Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Lake Forest, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(55)
Cory Green
Compass
22 Years of experience
121+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.15%
in Lake Forest, IL
$336.4M
All-Time Sales
$780K - $5.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Brad W. Andersen
Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors
32 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.52%
in Lake Forest, IL
$163.8M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $4M
Price Range
Top Agent(2)
Kimberly Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's lake Forest
11 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.74%
in Lake Forest, IL
$57.1M
All-Time Sales
$990K - $4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(103)
Judy Greenberg
COMPASS
23 Years of experience
116+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.78%
in Lake Forest, IL
$550.3M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(58)
Alan Berlow
Coldwell Banker
22 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.93%
in Lake Forest, IL
$336.1M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(75)
Marjorie Allabastro
Baird and Warner
21 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.93%
in Lake Forest, IL
$101.6M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(62)
Benjamin Hickman
REMAX SHOWCASE
12 Years of experience
141+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.37%
in Lake Forest, IL
$304.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(260)
Barb Noote
Compass
26 Years of experience
129+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.45%
in Lake Forest, IL
$383.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(343)
Danielle Dowell
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
19 Years of experience
354+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.45%
in Lake Forest, IL
$1.11B
All-Time Sales
$440K - $6.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(138)
John and Beth Garry
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
29 Years of experience
44+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.45%
in Lake Forest, IL
$242.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(28)
Renee OBrien
Keller Williams Northshore West
18 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.45%
in Lake Forest, IL
$142.1M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Chezi Rafaeli
Coldwell Banker
15 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.45%
in Lake Forest, IL
$299.7M
All-Time Sales
$1.1M - $20M
Price Range
Top Agent(59)
Eugene (Jim) Abbott
Baird and Warner
12 Years of experience
81+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.26%
in Lake Forest, IL
$223.7M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(117)
Gary Aver
Re/Max United
33 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.85%
in Lake Forest, IL
$372.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(103)
Beth Repta
Keller Williams Success Realty
20 Years of experience
77+ Sales in the last 12 months
$306M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.8M
Price Range
929
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(18)
Char Nikolai
Cove Realty
10 Years of experience
94+ Sales in the last 12 months
$139.7M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Ivica Otis Lazich
Capital Investment Realty Group Inc
20 Years of experience
57+ Sales in the last 12 months
$87.5M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(41)
Connie Antoniou
Jameson Sotheby's International Real Estate
41 Years of experience
53+ Sales in the last 12 months
$349.7M
All-Time Sales
$660K - $4.5M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Silvia Carmona
Bee Realty
23 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
$55.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(42)
Ardit Dizdari
@ properties
7 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
$11.3M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $980K
Price Range
41
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(13)
Jillian Webb
Keller Willams North Shore
14 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
$36.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $980K
Price Range
134
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(1)
Angel Angelov
Runway Realty, INC
12 Years of experience
7+ Sales in the last 12 months
$20.8M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Lake forest Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$1,220,000
-3.71% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
49
-15 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
103.13%
+6.60% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
62.1%
+41.5% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
59.3%
-1.3% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
12.5%
-3.4% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.5
Realtors in Lake forest
1,349
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Lake Forest Agents Sell Faster?
The 22 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Lake Forest sell in a median of 28 days, compared with the Lake Forest market median of 49 days on market.
About 21 days faster (43% quicker than the Lake Forest market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Lake Forest agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Lake Forest market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Lake Forest?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Lake Forest sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
57 days
Typical time on market
99.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Lake Forest, IL sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
How We Rank Lake Forest Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Lake Forest market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
Lake Forest Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Lake Forest real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Lake Forest?
Our data covers 1,349 real estate agents serving the Lake Forest area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Lake Forest market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Lake Forest mean for sellers?
Lake Forest's median sale price is $1,220,000 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Lake Forest realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
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