Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Riverside, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$177.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.3M
Price Range
324
Sold in Riverside, IL
Top Agent
(136)
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Beyond Properties Realty
15 Years of experience
65+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.6%
in Riverside, IL
$223.7M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.9%
in Riverside, IL
$186.8M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $3.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$101.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$1.01B
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$138.7M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.94%
in Riverside, IL
$908.6M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $3.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$903.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $30M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$79.5M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $940K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$421.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $3.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$136.3M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.23%
in Riverside, IL
$130.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$139.7M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $710K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$158.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.75%
in Riverside, IL
$176.9M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$56.4M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.27%
in Riverside, IL
$635M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(114)
Nicole Tudisco
Team Tudisco Realtors of Wheatland Realty
22 Years of experience
74+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 7.27%
in Riverside, IL
$256.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$27.3M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $700K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.79%
in Riverside, IL
$52.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $790K
Price Range
Top Agent(17)
Ivica Otis Lazich
Capital Investment Realty Group Inc
20 Years of experience
62+ Sales in the last 12 months
$91M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(119)
Daniel Barrios
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
24 Years of experience
144+ Sales in the last 12 months
$63.3M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
228
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$124.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$73.2M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$41M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $430K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Riverside Housing Market Trends
Homes in Riverside take a median 53 days to sell, go for 102.31% of asking, prices are up 27.9% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$642,575
median sale price
How fast they sell
53 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Riverside.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Riverside agents whose results fit it.
Riverside agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 34 days, the Riverside market in 53
median sale price in Riverside
Do Top Riverside Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Riverside sell in a median of 34 days, compared with the Riverside market median of 53 days on market.
About 19 days faster (36% quicker than the Riverside market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Riverside agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Riverside market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Riverside?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Riverside sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
51 days
Typical time on market
101.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Riverside, 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 Riverside Buyers and Sellers
Riverside is a seller-favored market, and the competitive indicators above make that clear. With months of supply at just 1.5 and only 22 active listings against 15 homes sold monthly, demand is outpacing available inventory. The Housing Market Trends module shows a median sale price of $642,575, and prices moved +27.9% year over year, translating to roughly $308 per square foot. The sale-to-list ratio sits at 102.31%, meaning the typical home closes above its asking price.
For buyers, the leverage math is tight. With 52.3% of homes selling over list and 57.5% going under contract within two weeks, hesitation is costly. That said, 7.7% of listings recorded a price cut, so mispriced or lingering homes do exist, and those are where buyers can negotiate. A median of 53 days on market signals that well-priced homes still move quickly while overpriced ones sit.
For sellers, current conditions reward accurate pricing over aspirational pricing. Homes priced to the comps in zip code 60546 are drawing competitive offers, but the 7.7% price-drop share is a reminder that overreaching invites a reduction and a longer timeline. Watching 43 pending sales and 35 new listings each month helps gauge momentum. With 336 licensed agents operating locally, the difference between a data-driven pricing strategy and guesswork is measurable, which is where working with a verified, top-performing agent matters most.
What Riverside Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Riverside 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 | $642,575 |
| Down payment (20%) | $128,515 |
| Loan amount | $514,060 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,450 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $642,575 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Riverside MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Riverside Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: transaction volume, negotiation record, and consistency across market cycles. In Riverside, EffectiveAgents has analyzed 111 transactions to rank 49 agents against measured performance rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Judy Jisa at Att Properties, has closed 409 transactions with $177.5M in all-time sales volume. In a market where 52.3% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio is 102.31%, negotiation experience directly affects how much a buyer overpays or how much a seller nets. Agents who work zip code 60546 regularly understand how pricing behaves across Riverside's varied housing stock, from historic homes to renovated properties, and how to position an offer when 57.5% of listings sell within two weeks. When reviewing agents, look at review patterns over time rather than a single testimonial. A steady record across many closings is a stronger signal than a small number of standout reviews.
How We Rank Riverside 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 Riverside 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.
336
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
Riverside Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Riverside, IL?
The top-ranked agent in Riverside, IL is Judy Jisa at Att Properties, with 409 completed transactions and $177.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using an objective methodology that analyzes 111 local transactions and measures verified performance, including sales volume, closing record, and client outcomes, rather than advertising. Of 336 licensed agents in the area, 49 meet the ranking criteria. The best fit depends on your property type and goals, so comparing several ranked agents is recommended.
How were these Riverside 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 Riverside?
Our data covers 336 real estate agents serving the Riverside area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Riverside market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Riverside mean for sellers?
Riverside's median sale price is $642,575 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 Riverside?
Homes in Riverside currently take a median of 53 days to sell, though the timeline varies by price, condition, and pricing strategy. With 57.5% of listings going under contract within two weeks and 1.5 months of supply, accurately priced homes move quickly. Listings that start too high tend to sit longer and often require a price cut, which 7.7% of area homes recorded. Location within zip code 60546, staging, and photography also influence how fast a home attracts qualified offers.
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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Riverside 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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