Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Salem, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 2.4%
in Salem, IL
$55.7M
All-Time Sales
$80K - $1.1M
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
597+ Sales in the last 12 months
$987.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
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(9)
Angela Stodden
Keller Williams Realty Signature
22 Years of experience
42+ Sales in the last 12 months
$51.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $790K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$33.8M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $360K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Kimberly Boyle
Cove Realty
15 Years of experience
79+ Sales in the last 12 months
$95.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $740K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$38.8M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Salem Housing Market Trends
Homes in Salem take a median 44 days to sell, go for 98.59% of asking, prices are up 0.2% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.9 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$169,888
median sale price
How fast they sell
44 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.9 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Salem.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Salem agents whose results fit it.
Salem agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 32 days, the Salem market in 44
median sale price in Salem
Do Top Salem Agents Sell Faster?
The 7 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Salem sell in a median of 32 days, compared with the Salem market median of 44 days on market.
About 12 days faster (27% quicker than the Salem market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Salem agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Salem market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Salem?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Salem 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
44 days
Typical time on market
98.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem 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.
250
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
Salem Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Salem 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 Salem?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Salem area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Salem market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Salem mean for sellers?
Salem's median sale price is $169,888 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 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Salem 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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