Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Marion, IL

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    Ayn Bartok profile picture
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    Ayn Bartok

    All In One Real Estate Company

    21 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $54.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $6.2M

    Price Range

    9%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Lynnette Hunter

    Hunter Real Estate

    47 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $38.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $50K - $360K

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Eugenia Manning

    House 2 Home Realty

    7 Years of experience

    0+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $4.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    4

    Sold in Marion, IL

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    (159)

    Kyle Robinson (The Robinson Group)

    Epique Realty

    13 Years of experience

    318+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $600M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $1.3M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Payton Blaylock

    EXP Realty LLC

    12 Years of experience

    218+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $118.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $750K

    Price Range

    1

    Sold in Marion, IL

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    Tracey Miller

    Vylla Home

    15 Years of experience

    43+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $8.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $20K - $280K

    Price Range

    1

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    Valerie Bethel

    Valerie Bethel Designated Man

    Top 0.8%

    in Marion, IL

    166

    Sold in Marion, IL

    6

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Shelly Cain

    Coldwell Banker J David Thomp

    12 Years of experience

    Top 1.2%

    in Marion, IL

    157

    Sold in Marion, IL

    1

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Monica McGinley

    House 2 Home Realty C

    14 Years of experience

    Top 1.6%

    in Marion, IL

    116

    Sold in Marion, IL

    2

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Jeanie Blue

    C21 House Of Realty Inc

    15 Years of experience

    Top 2%

    in Marion, IL

    106

    Sold in Marion, IL

    1

    Sold in last 18 months

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    Celia Robertson

    House 2 Home Realty C

    14 Years of experience

    Top 2.4%

    in Marion, IL

    102

    Sold in Marion, IL

    2012

    Year Licensed

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    Shawnna Donovan

    Coldwell Banker Prime Realty

    Top 2.8%

    in Marion, IL

    97

    Sold in Marion, IL

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    Marion agents analyzed for these rankings

    days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 44 days, the Marion market in 58

    median sale price in Marion

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    Do Top Marion Agents Sell Faster?

    The 6 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Marion sell in a median of 44 days, compared with the Marion market median of 58 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents44 days
    Marion market58 days

    About 14 days faster (24% quicker than the Marion market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Marion agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Marion market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Marion?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Marion 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)

    79Jan76Feb69Mar54Apr53May59Jun63Jul62Aug58Sep55Oct65Nov76Dec

    May

    Best month to sell

    53 days

    Typical time on market

    98.3%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Marion, 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.

    What These Numbers Mean for Marion Buyers and Sellers

    Marion's housing market currently shows a median sale price of $209,900, with values moving +32.0% year over year. The Housing Market Trends module above tracks the day-to-day movement, but the negotiating picture comes into focus when you read the competitive indicators together. Homes are averaging 58 days on market, a -7 days change in market time, and roughly 46.8% of listings still go off the market within two weeks. At the same time, 35.1% of active listings have taken a price reduction and months of supply sits near 4.1, which is closer to a balanced market than a strongly one-sided one.

    For buyers, this combination signals real room to negotiate on homes that have lingered, even while well-priced, move-in-ready listings continue to sell quickly. With 26.5% of homes selling above list and an average sale-to-list ratio of 98.27%, aggressive over-asking offers are the exception rather than the rule, so buyers can often lead with measured offers and lean on the 35.1% price-drop rate as evidence.

    For sellers, the takeaway is disciplined pricing. With 92 active listings and 89 new ones arriving monthly against 72 pending sales, overpricing risks the exact price-cut cycle that lengthens time on market. Pricing to the $132.59 per square foot benchmark tends to capture the two-week buyer surge. Across 250 licensed agents in the area, the difference between a sharp pricing strategy and a guess is measurable in both final price and days on market.

    What Marion Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Marion goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Marion
    $70,200
    Median home price$209,900
    Down payment (20%)$41,980
    Loan amount$167,920
    Monthly payment (PITI)$1,639

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Marion Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 58 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.27%
    Price Trend (YoY) +32.0%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $1,639
    Principal & Interest
    $1,163
    Property Taxes
    $201
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $209,900 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Marion Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $159,003
    Today $209,900
    +32.0%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 65 days
    Today 58 days
    -7 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 96.5%
    Today 98.27%
    +1.76%
    What this shift means: Compared with a year ago, prices moved +32.0% while the sale-to-list ratio shifted +1.76% and homes now take a -7 days change in market time to sell. For sellers, that means valuations have held up even as buyers take longer to commit, so pricing accuracy matters more than it did last year. For buyers, the longer timeline translates into more standing inventory and more leverage to negotiate on homes that sit.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Marion MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Marion Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks the metrics that actually predict outcomes: closed volume, transaction count, and how consistently a professional prices and negotiates in the local market. In Marion, EffectiveAgents has ranked 19 agents out of 250 licensed locally, using verified transaction data rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Ayn Bartok at All In One Real Estate Company, has closed 505 transactions and $54.2M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 26.5% of homes sell above list and 35.1% take a reduction, because reading which side of that split a given home falls on is the core of effective negotiation. Working across the 62959 zip code, an agent with a documented track record can position a listing to capture the 46.8% of buyers who move within two weeks, or help a buyer structure a measured offer on a home that has lingered. When reviewing agents, look past star counts to review patterns: consistency over many closings tells you more than a single glowing note.

    How We Rank Marion 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 Marion 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.

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    agents analyzed

    15+

    performance signals

    $0

    paid for placement

    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: September 2026

    Marion Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Marion, IL?

    The highest-ranked agent in Marion, IL by verified performance data is Ayn Bartok at All In One Real Estate Company, with 505 closed transactions and $54.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured transaction history, closing volume, and client review patterns rather than paid placement or name recognition. Of the 250 licensed agents active in the area, only 19 meet the ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your specific goals, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents against your price point and timeline.

    How were these Marion 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 Marion?

    Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Marion area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Marion market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Marion mean for sellers?

    Marion's median sale price is $209,900 as of September 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.

    How long does it take to sell a house in Marion?

    Homes in Marion currently take a median of 58 days to sell, reflecting a -7 days change in market time versus last year. Roughly 46.8% of listings go under contract within two weeks, so well-priced, move-in-ready homes often move much faster than the median suggests. Timeline is driven primarily by pricing accuracy, condition, and how a home compares to the 92 active listings competing for buyers. With 35.1% of listings taking a price cut, homes that start above market value tend to sit longer before selling.

    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 Marion 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.

    Should I use a local Marion agent or a national brand?

    The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Marion neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.

    What questions should I ask a Marion realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Marion in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.

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