Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Wheeling, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated June 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.15%
in Wheeling, IL
$372.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.7%
in Wheeling, IL
$557.2M
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.85%
in Wheeling, IL
$314.2M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.93%
in Wheeling, IL
$338.1M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $5.8M
Price Range
4%
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 1.39%
in Wheeling, IL
$292.3M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Dina Wasmund
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
20 Years of experience
29+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.09%
in Wheeling, IL
$78.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $900K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(474)
Jim Starwalt & The Star Home Team
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
28 Years of experience
588+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.7%
in Wheeling, IL
$969.3M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.78%
in Wheeling, IL
$381.3M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.4M
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.78%
in Wheeling, IL
$306M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.86%
in Wheeling, IL
$72.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.94%
in Wheeling, IL
$787.3M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.01%
in Wheeling, IL
$68.5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.25%
in Wheeling, IL
$128.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.25%
in Wheeling, IL
$112.1M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $800K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.4%
in Wheeling, IL
$389.2M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.48%
in Wheeling, IL
$20.8M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Ivica Otis Lazich
Capital Investment Realty Group Inc
20 Years of experience
60+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.86%
in Wheeling, IL
$89.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $890K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.86%
in Wheeling, IL
$140M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.8M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.48%
in Wheeling, IL
$89.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(138)
John and Beth Garry
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
29 Years of experience
44+ Sales in the last 12 months
$243.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$137.9M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $710K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$142.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$55.7M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$39.6M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $400K
Price Range
337
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$106.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $950K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Wheeling Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$299,837
-8.59% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
52
+8 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
99.57%
-1.18% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
41.4%
-5.8% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
58.8%
+2.3% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
19.0%
+3.2% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.3
Realtors in Wheeling
1,294
Verified MLS market data through June 2026.
Do Top Wheeling Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Wheeling sell in a median of 27 days, compared with the Wheeling market median of 52 days on market.
About 25 days faster (48% quicker than the Wheeling market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Wheeling agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Wheeling market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Wheeling?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Wheeling 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
43 days
Typical time on market
101%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Wheeling, 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 Wheeling Buyers and Sellers
Wheeling's housing market currently reads as balanced with a mild seller advantage, and the numbers in the Housing Market Trends module above show why. The median sale price sits at $299,837, having moved -8.6% year over year, while homes are trading at an average sale-to-list ratio of 99.57%. With 2.3 months of supply and 86 active listings against 132 pending sales, demand is absorbing inventory at a steady pace rather than an overheated one.
The competitive indicators tell a nuanced story. About 41.4% of homes sold above list price and 58.8% went off the market within two weeks, signals that well-priced, move-in-ready listings still draw quick, aggressive offers. At the same time, 19.0% of listings recorded a price reduction, and median days on market registered a +8 days change, evidence that overpriced homes now sit and eventually cut. For a buyer, this means splitting your strategy: move fast and near or above ask on fresh, sharply priced homes, but negotiate confidently on anything carrying a price drop or lingering past 52 days. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one, since the 58.8% early-sale rate rewards accuracy and the 19.0% reduction rate punishes ambition.
Wheeling has 1,294 licensed agents operating in zip code 60090, a wide field that makes performance verification essential. Reading these indicators correctly, knowing when leverage sits with the buyer and when it sits with the seller, is exactly where an experienced local agent earns their fee.
What Wheeling Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Wheeling 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 | $299,837 |
| Down payment (20%) | $59,967 |
| Loan amount | $239,870 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,108 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.69% mortgage rate (as of August 6, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $299,837 median home price with 20% down at 6.69% (as of August 6, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Wheeling MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Wheeling Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition or a billboard tells you little about how they perform when your money is on the line. It is more useful to look at verified transaction history, review depth, and negotiation outcomes. Among the 50 agents ranked by EffectiveAgents in Wheeling, Gary Aver at Re/Max United stands out on measured production, with 1,822 career transactions, 117 client reviews, and $372.7M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in a market where about 41.4% of homes sell above list: an agent who has structured hundreds of competitive offers understands how to position clients when multiple bidders surface, and how to read when a listing carrying a price drop is open to negotiation. Depth of transaction experience across zip code 60090 helps an agent price accurately against the 58.8% early-sale rate rather than guess. When you review candidates, look for consistent review patterns over time rather than a handful of recent five-star entries, since sustained feedback is a stronger signal of reliable service.
How We Rank Wheeling 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 Wheeling 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: June 2026
Wheeling Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Wheeling, IL?
The strongest-performing agent in Wheeling, IL by verified data is Gary Aver at Re/Max United, with 1,822 career transactions, 117 client reviews, and $372.7M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using objective performance metrics, including closed transactions, sales volume, and review history, rather than advertising spend. Gary is one of 50 ranked agents drawn from 1,294 licensed agents in the area. The best fit still depends on your property type and goals, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Wheeling 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 Wheeling?
Our data covers 1,294 real estate agents serving the Wheeling area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Wheeling market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Wheeling mean for sellers?
Wheeling's median sale price is $299,837 as of June 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 Wheeling?
In Wheeling, the median home currently takes about 52 days to go from listing to accepted offer, and market time has seen a +8 days change year over year. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes move faster, with 58.8% of listings going under contract within two weeks. Timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location within zip code 60090. Listings that start above market value tend to sit and later cut price, which is reflected in the 19.0% of homes recording a reduction. Pricing to current data from day one is the most reliable way to shorten your sale.
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 Wheeling 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 Wheeling 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 Wheeling 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 Wheeling realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Wheeling 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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