Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in River Forest, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(12)
Susan Maienza
Gagliardo Realty and Associates
39 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$120.7M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $2.4M
Price Range
102
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Top AgentTop 0.28%
in River Forest, IL
$136.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.96%
in River Forest, IL
$907.2M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(136)
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Beyond Properties Realty
15 Years of experience
66+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.93%
in River Forest, IL
$223.7M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$914.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(55)
Daniel Mirea
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
25 Years of experience
30+ Sales in the last 12 months
$150.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$101.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$688.4M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $3.7M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Stacie Kidwell Sandoval
Engel and Volkers Chicago
22 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$22.2M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $790K
Price Range
3
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Top AgentTop 3.72%
in River Forest, IL
$633.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$73.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.8M
Price Range
2
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Top Agent$27.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $840K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$177.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.3M
Price Range
1
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Top Agent(351)
Danielle Dowell
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
19 Years of experience
338+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.68%
in River Forest, IL
$1.14B
All-Time Sales
$440K - $6.5M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$111.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.96%
in River Forest, IL
$108.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $950K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.96%
in River Forest, IL
$74.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $730K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.23%
in River Forest, IL
$554.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $4.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(119)
Daniel Barrios
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
24 Years of experience
144+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.23%
in River Forest, IL
$61.9M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.23%
in River Forest, IL
$65.6M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.4M
Price Range
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Angela Sarni
RE/MAX Titanium
7 Years of experience
3+ Sales in the last 12 months
$8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $540K
Price Range
1
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Top Agent$138.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $710K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$137.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
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$79.3M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $940K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
River forest Housing Market Trends
Homes in River forest take a median 40 days to sell, go for 100.27% of asking, prices are up 7.0% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.4 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$774,487
median sale price
How fast they sell
40 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.4 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for River Forest.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the River Forest agents whose results fit it.
River Forest agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 33 days, the River Forest market in 40
median sale price in River Forest
Do Top River Forest Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in River Forest sell in a median of 33 days, compared with the River Forest market median of 40 days on market.
About 7 days faster (18% quicker than the River Forest market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked River Forest agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the River 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 River Forest?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in River Forest sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around February.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
46 days
Typical time on market
101.3%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of River 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 River 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 River 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.
726
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
River Forest Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these River 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 River Forest?
Our data covers 726 real estate agents serving the River Forest area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our River Forest market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in River Forest mean for sellers?
River Forest's median sale price is $774,487 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.
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 River 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.
Should I use a local River Forest 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 River Forest 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 River Forest realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in River Forest 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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