Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in North Chicago, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$55.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.81%
in North Chicago, IL
$332.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.81%
in North Chicago, IL
$320.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(482)
Jim Starwalt & The Star Home Team
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
28 Years of experience
594+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.33%
in North Chicago, IL
$987.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.33%
in North Chicago, IL
$397M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(29)
Renee OBrien
Keller Williams Northshore West
18 Years of experience
37+ Sales in the last 12 months
$145.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$184.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.11%
in North Chicago, IL
$332.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kyle R. Bowen
McColly Real Estate
9 Years of experience
43+ Sales in the last 12 months
$86M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $910K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$218.1M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
3
Sold in North Chicago, IL
Top Agent(8)
Julia Alexander
Keller Williams North Shore West
22 Years of experience
94+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.66%
in North Chicago, IL
$176.1M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$97.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $4.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.18%
in North Chicago, IL
$805.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$373.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$567M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$144.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Ivica Otis Lazich
Capital Investment Realty Group Inc
20 Years of experience
62+ Sales in the last 12 months
$90.6M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$94.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $880K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$231.9M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kimberly Boyle
Cove Realty
15 Years of experience
80+ Sales in the last 12 months
$95.4M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $740K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$78.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Brad W. Andersen
Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors
32 Years of experience
2+ Sales in the last 12 months
$163.8M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $4M
Price Range
188
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$38.9M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $980K
Price Range
141
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(12)
Cheryl Arena
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
10 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$30.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $670K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$29.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.6M
Price Range
87
Total Number Of Homes Sold
North chicago Housing Market Trends
Homes in North chicago take a median 57 days to sell, go for 98.28% of asking, prices are down 15.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
3.2 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$257,280
median sale price
How fast they sell
57 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
3.2 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for North Chicago.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the North Chicago agents whose results fit it.
North Chicago agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 20 days, the North Chicago market in 57
median sale price in North Chicago
Do Top North Chicago Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in North Chicago sell in a median of 20 days, compared with the North Chicago market median of 57 days on market.
About 37 days faster (65% quicker than the North Chicago market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked North Chicago agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the North Chicago market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in North Chicago?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in North Chicago 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
51 days
Typical time on market
100.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of North Chicago, 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 North Chicago Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a North Chicago market where competitive pressure and buyer caution are coexisting. With 44.1% of homes selling above list and 54.4% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings still move quickly and often attract multiple bids. At the same time, months of supply sits at 3.2 and only 20.5% of listings have recorded a price cut, which indicates a market that leans balanced rather than overheated. The average sale-to-list ratio of 98.28% confirms that final prices are landing close to asking.
For buyers, this combination means selectivity pays off. Homes that are sharply priced draw fast competition, so leverage is thin on the freshest inventory. Older listings and any home showing a price drop are where negotiation room opens up, especially given that median time on market has stretched to 57 days. Watching days on market before writing an offer is the clearest way to gauge seller flexibility.
For sellers, pricing accuracy is everything. The share of homes selling above list rewards realistic list prices, but with median values moving -15.7% year over year, an aspirational price risks the extended timeline that now defines slower listings. Correct pricing at launch captures the two-week momentum window; overpricing invites the price-drop cycle. Across 339 licensed agents working these zip codes (60064 and 60086), the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and guesswork is measurable in both final price and days to contract.
What North Chicago Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in North Chicago goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $257,280 |
| Down payment (20%) | $51,456 |
| Loan amount | $205,824 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,896 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.03% mortgage rate (as of September 24, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $257,280 median home price with 20% down at 7.03% (as of September 24, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from North Chicago MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a North Chicago Realtor
Name recognition and a familiar yard sign say little about how an agent performs when it matters. The more useful signals are verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and how those results hold up across different price points. In North Chicago, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 97 transactions to rank 40 agents against measurable performance data rather than reputation alone. The top-ranked agent, Silvia Carmona at Bee Realty, has closed 449 transactions with $55.7M in all-time sales volume, a track record that reflects consistent execution across the local market covering zip codes 60064 and 60086. Negotiation skill shows up in the numbers here: with 44.1% of homes selling above list and an average sale-to-list ratio of 98.28%, the agent who can position an offer or defend a list price directly affects the final figure. When reviewing candidates, look at review patterns over time (consistency and recency matter more than a single high rating), and weigh depth of transaction experience alongside client feedback.
How We Rank North Chicago 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 North Chicago 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.
339
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: August 2026
North Chicago Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in North Chicago, IL?
The top-ranked agent in North Chicago, IL is currently Silvia Carmona at Bee Realty, with 449 career transactions and $55.7M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing verified performance data (closed transactions, sale-to-list outcomes, and client reviews) rather than advertising or name recognition. Across 97 analyzed transactions, 40 agents have earned rankings. The best fit depends on your property type and price point, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these North Chicago 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 North Chicago?
Our data covers 339 real estate agents serving the North Chicago area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our North Chicago market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in North Chicago mean for sellers?
North Chicago's median sale price is $257,280 as of August 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 North Chicago?
Homes in North Chicago currently take a median of 57 days to sell, a figure that reflects a +20 days change in market time versus last year. That said, 54.4% of listings go under contract within two weeks, so accurately priced, well-presented homes often move much faster than the median suggests. Timeline is driven by pricing strategy, condition, location within zip codes 60064 and 60086, and current inventory of 36 active listings. Overpricing is the most common cause of extended time on market and eventual price drops.
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 North Chicago 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 North Chicago 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 North Chicago 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 North Chicago realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in North Chicago 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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