Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Palatine, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.08%
in Palatine, IL
$379.6M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.51%
in Palatine, IL
$292.4M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(2)
Dina Wasmund
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
20 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.59%
in Palatine, IL
$78.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $900K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.67%
in Palatine, IL
$973.9M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $52.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.93%
in Palatine, IL
$226.4M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(106)
Jen Ortman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
24 Years of experience
59+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.26%
in Palatine, IL
$291.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.35%
in Palatine, IL
$372.7M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.43%
in Palatine, IL
$336.3M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $5.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.6%
in Palatine, IL
$407.7M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $5.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.68%
in Palatine, IL
$783.6M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4.8M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.69%
in Palatine, IL
$309.4M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.79%
in Palatine, IL
$230.8M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $3.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.96%
in Palatine, IL
$190.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.12%
in Palatine, IL
$329.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1000K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.29%
in Palatine, IL
$128.2M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.38%
in Palatine, IL
$785M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.71%
in Palatine, IL
$245.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $8.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.05%
in Palatine, IL
$69.9M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $960K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.22%
in Palatine, IL
$234.2M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(138)
John and Beth Garry
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
29 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.56%
in Palatine, IL
$243.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.56%
in Palatine, IL
$77M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(55)
Daniel Mirea
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
23 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.98%
in Palatine, IL
$146.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(468)
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 6.06%
in Palatine, IL
$968.2M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.4%
in Palatine, IL
$552.9M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.4%
in Palatine, IL
$189.8M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Palatine Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$411,500
+7.72% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
38
-6 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
101.43%
+0.73% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
57.1%
+5.2% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
66.7%
+3.4% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
13.2%
+1.9% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.1
Realtors in Palatine
1,188
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
Do Top Palatine Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Palatine sell in a median of 25 days, compared with the Palatine market median of 38 days on market.
About 13 days faster (34% quicker than the Palatine market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Palatine agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Palatine market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Palatine?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Palatine sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
41 days
Typical time on market
101.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Palatine, 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 Palatine Buyers and Sellers
Palatine currently reads as a seller-favorable market, and the Housing Market Trends module above quantifies why. With 2.1 months of supply and 174 active listings against 84 homes sold and 99 pending sales each month, demand is absorbing inventory faster than it is being replaced. The clearest signal sits in the competitive indicators: 57.1% of homes closed above their asking price, 66.7% left the market within two weeks, and only 13.2% of listings required a price reduction. A sale-to-list ratio of 101.43% confirms that sellers are generally holding firm on price.
For a buyer, this combination means leverage is limited on well-priced, move-in-ready homes. Offers at or above list, with clean terms and minimal contingencies, are often necessary to compete, particularly across active zip codes like 60067 and 60074. The counterweight is time on market: at a median of 38 days and a -6 days change in market time, homes that linger past the two-week window signal room to negotiate, so patient buyers can still find openings on aging listings.
For a seller, pricing accurately at the outset captures the early-demand surge that the 66.7% two-week absorption rate rewards, while overpricing risks joining the 13.2% that eventually cut. With $234.754 per square foot as a reference point and prices moving +7.7% year over year, precise comparable analysis matters. Palatine has 1,188 licensed agents, and results vary widely among them, which is where verified performance data becomes essential.
What Palatine Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Palatine 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 | $411,500 |
| Down payment (20%) | $82,300 |
| Loan amount | $329,200 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,767 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.58% mortgage rate (as of July 23, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $411,500 median home price with 20% down at 6.58% (as of July 23, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Palatine MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Palatine Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually determines outcomes: measured transaction history and negotiation results. EffectiveAgents ranks 67 agents in Palatine from a pool of 1,188 licensed professionals, analyzing verified performance rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Amy Diamond at @ properties, has closed 1,013 transactions with $378.2M in all-time sales volume. In a market where 57.1% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 101.43%, negotiation skill is measurable: an agent who consistently protects a seller's price or structures a competitive buyer offer changes the final number materially. Strong agents work fluently across Palatine's zip codes, from 60067 and 60074 to 60078, adjusting strategy to how quickly local inventory turns. When reviewing candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across many reviews. Amy Diamond's 212 reviews illustrate the point: a large, consistent body of feedback is a more reliable indicator than a handful of recent five-star ratings.
How We Rank Palatine 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 Palatine 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
Palatine Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Palatine, IL?
The top-ranked agent in Palatine, IL, based on verified performance data is Amy Diamond at @ properties, with 1,013 career transactions, 212 client reviews, and $378.2M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents by analyzing measured transaction history, closing results, and review patterns rather than advertising. Of the 1,188 licensed agents in Palatine, 67 meet the ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your specific situation, so we recommend comparing several verified agents before deciding.
How were these Palatine 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 Palatine?
Our data covers 1,188 real estate agents serving the Palatine area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Palatine market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Palatine mean for sellers?
Palatine's median sale price is $411,500 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.
How long does it take to sell a house in Palatine?
In Palatine, the median home currently sells in about 38 days, reflecting a -6 days change versus last year. That figure measures time to accepted offer, so add roughly 30 to 45 days for closing. Actual timelines vary with pricing accuracy, condition, and location: with 66.7% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, correctly priced and well-presented listings often move quickly, while 13.2% of listings that required reductions tend to take considerably longer to sell.
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 Palatine 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 Palatine 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 Palatine 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 Palatine realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Palatine 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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