Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Ottawa, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(35)
Theresa Poundstone
Coldwell Banker
29 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.8%
in Ottawa, IL
$130.9M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $620K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(41)
Phil Makarewicz
RE/MAX 1st Choice
17 Years of experience
55+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.2%
in Ottawa, IL
$103.8M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(32)
Erin Stuedemann
Coldwell Banker
24 Years of experience
24+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.2%
in Ottawa, IL
$88.5M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
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Shawn Sell
RE/MAX 1st Choice
9 Years of experience
24+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.8%
in Ottawa, IL
$19.3M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $500K
Price Range
12%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Esmeralda Avila
HomeSmart Realty Group
5 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 6.4%
in Ottawa, IL
$15.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $620K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(7)
Dana Hathorn
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
10 Years of experience
43+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.6%
in Ottawa, IL
$36.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $680K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(98)
Irina Allison
APEX Real Estate Brokerage
21 Years of experience
53+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8%
in Ottawa, IL
$100.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(6)
Jamie Unholz
Executive Realty Group
12 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.4%
in Ottawa, IL
$12.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $570K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(105)
Adam Baxa
Coldwell Banker
12 Years of experience
25+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.2%
in Ottawa, IL
$114.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $830K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Carla Hill
Kettley & Company Realtors
36 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10.4%
in Ottawa, IL
$41.5M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $700K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(114)
Nicole Tudisco
Team Tudisco Realtors of Wheatland Realty
22 Years of experience
77+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 13.6%
in Ottawa, IL
$251.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(187)
Chris Fischer
Crosstown Realtors
21 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 16.8%
in Ottawa, IL
$410.1M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(47)
Raquel Goggin
Barvian Realty
9 Years of experience
77+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 17.2%
in Ottawa, IL
$110.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $870K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(76)
John Salidas
@properties | Christie's International Real Estate
11 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 17.6%
in Ottawa, IL
$74.1M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Ryan VanDerKarr
Tiered Real Estate
22 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0%
in Ottawa, IL
$39.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Ottawa Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$200,000
+8.70% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
61
+9 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
97.18%
-1.89% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
27.8%
-10.7% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
54.8%
+3.0% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
14.4%
-10.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
5.4
Realtors in Ottawa
250
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
How We Rank Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
Ottawa Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Ottawa 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 Ottawa?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Ottawa area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Ottawa market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Ottawa mean for sellers?
Ottawa's median sale price is $200,000 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 Ottawa 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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