Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Trout Valley, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
$328.5M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.8M
Price Range
3
Sold in Trout Valley, IL
Top Agent$130.5M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(485)
Jim Starwalt & The Star Home Team
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
28 Years of experience
607+ Sales in the last 12 months
$1.08B
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$274.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $8.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$241M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $3.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$30.3M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.3M
Price Range
1
Sold in Trout Valley, IL
Top Agent$1.03B
All-Time Sales
$360K - $52.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$593.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$191.6M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(29)
Renee OBrien
Keller Williams Northshore West
18 Years of experience
37+ Sales in the last 12 months
$149.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$139.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$153.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$191.1M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
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
$93.4M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(44)
Melanie Parsons
Keller Williams Success Realty
21 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
$218.7M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.9M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$68M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$89.2M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $1.6M
Price Range
268
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$74.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $960K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(3)
Larry Schneider
Jason Mitchell Real Estate Illinois
25 Years of experience
16+ Sales in the last 12 months
$7.4M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $1.3M
Price Range
16
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$65.8M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.4M
Price Range
148
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(12)
Cheryl Arena
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
10 Years of experience
6+ Sales in the last 12 months
$30.4M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $670K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Trout valley Housing Market Trends
Homes in Trout valley take a median 62 days to sell, go for 96.81% of asking, prices are up 26.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
1.3 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$729,653
median sale price
How fast they sell
62 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
1.3 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Trout Valley.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Trout Valley agents whose results fit it.
Trout Valley agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 35 days, the Trout Valley market in 62
median sale price in Trout Valley
Do Top Trout Valley Agents Sell Faster?
The 21 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Trout Valley sell in a median of 35 days, compared with the Trout Valley market median of 62 days on market.
About 27 days faster (44% quicker than the Trout Valley market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Trout Valley agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Trout Valley market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Trout Valley?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Trout Valley sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
45 days
Typical time on market
104.5%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Trout Valley, 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 Trout Valley 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 Trout Valley 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: September 2026
Trout Valley Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Trout Valley 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 Trout Valley?
Our data covers 336 real estate agents serving the Trout Valley area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Trout Valley market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Trout Valley mean for sellers?
Trout Valley's median sale price is $729,653 as of September 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 Trout Valley 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 Trout Valley 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 Trout Valley 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 Trout Valley realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Trout Valley 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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