Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Winnetka, IL

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    Jackie Mack

    Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

    26 Years of experience

    110+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.01%

    in Winnetka, IL

    $556.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $2.4M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Sheila Doyle

    Baird and Warner

    18 Years of experience

    35+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.33%

    in Winnetka, IL

    $306M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    4%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Alan Berlow

    Coldwell Banker

    22 Years of experience

    29+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.02%

    in Winnetka, IL

    $340.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $380K - $2.3M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Kathleen Collins

    Nest Equity Realty

    7 Years of experience

    40+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.12%

    in Winnetka, IL

    $27.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $700K

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Char Nikolai

    Cove Realty

    10 Years of experience

    96+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $142M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    5%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Ivica Otis Lazich

    Capital Investment Realty Group Inc

    20 Years of experience

    60+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $88.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $140K - $890K

    Price Range

    8%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Eugene (Jim) Abbott

    Baird and Warner

    12 Years of experience

    84+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $226.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $400K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    3%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Mary Lou Allen

    Coldwell Banker

    23 Years of experience

    18+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $112.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $200K - $800K

    Price Range

    447

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Silvia Carmona

    Bee Realty

    23 Years of experience

    11+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $55.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $100K - $820K

    Price Range

    7%

    Negotiated Off List

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    Edna Thompson

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    29 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $39.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $90K - $400K

    Price Range

    337

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Bobby Mehney

    @ properties

    7 Years of experience

    45+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $77.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Brad W. Andersen

    Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors

    32 Years of experience

    2+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $163.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $700K - $4M

    Price Range

    188

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

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    Larry Lazar

    Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc.

    13 Years of experience

    19+ Sales in the last 12 months

    $28.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $270K - $1.6M

    Price Range

    84

    Total Number Of Homes Sold

    Do Top Winnetka Agents Sell Faster?

    The 13 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Winnetka sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Winnetka market median of 36 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents30 days
    Winnetka market36 days

    About 6 days faster (17% quicker than the Winnetka market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Winnetka agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Winnetka market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Winnetka?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Winnetka sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    53Jan45Feb33Mar26Apr37May40Jun47Jul50Aug40Sep34Oct44Nov44Dec

    April

    Best month to sell

    26 days

    Typical time on market

    103.9%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Winnetka, 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 Winnetka Buyers and Sellers

    The Housing Market Trends module above measures a Seller's Market market in Winnetka, and the competitive indicators sharpen that picture. With a median sale price of $2,000,000 and just 0.8 months of supply, inventory sits at 18 active listings against 23 homes sold in the latest month. That imbalance is where negotiating leverage lives. When 65.2% of homes close above their asking price and 50.0% leave the market within two weeks, sellers of well-positioned properties hold the stronger hand, and the 104.63% sale-to-list ratio confirms buyers are frequently paying a premium to secure the right home.

    Still, the signals are not uniform. A median of 36 days on market and price reductions on 16.7% of listings show that overpriced or dated homes stall and eventually concede. For a buyer, the practical takeaway is to move decisively on new, correctly priced inventory (roughly 12 homes arrive monthly) while reserving firm negotiation for listings that have lingered or already cut price. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing at the outset rather than testing an aspirational number, since the homes drawing multiple offers are those that anchor near market value from day one.

    Interpreting these crosscurrents requires local judgment, not just headline figures. Winnetka has 946 licensed agents, and outcomes vary widely depending on who structures the offer or pricing strategy. The sections below explain how EffectiveAgents narrows that field to the agents whose measured track records match current conditions in zip code 60093.

    What Winnetka Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Winnetka goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Winnetka
    $534,600
    Median home price$2,000,000
    Down payment (20%)$400,000
    Loan amount$1,600,000
    Monthly payment (PITI)$12,474

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of July 30, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Winnetka Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Seller's Market
    Days on Market 36 days
    Sale-to-List Price 104.63%
    Price Trend (YoY) -14.9%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $12,474
    Principal & Interest
    $10,282
    Property Taxes
    $1,917
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $2,000,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of July 30, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Winnetka Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $2,350,000
    Today $2,000,000
    -14.9%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 38 days
    Today 36 days
    -2 days days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 102.7%
    Today 104.63%
    +1.90%
    What this shift means: Year over year, the median sale price moved -14.9%, time on market shifted by a -2 days change, and the sale-to-list ratio registered +1.90%. Read together, these tell buyers that patience has returned to parts of the market even as the strongest listings still clear above ask. For sellers, the longer marketing window means pricing precision and presentation now carry more weight than they did a year ago.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Winnetka MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Winnetka Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely correlates with results. EffectiveAgents ranks representatives on verified transaction history, review depth, and measured sale outcomes rather than advertising spend, which is why only 29 of the 946 agents active in Winnetka meet the ranking threshold. The top-ranked agent, Jackie Mack at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, has closed 1,160 transactions backed by $554.5M in all-time sales volume. That volume matters in a market where 65.2% of homes sell above list and the sale-to-list ratio holds at 104.63%, because pricing a home correctly and defending an offer both demand experience with genuine competitive bidding. In a compact market covered by zip code 60093, an agent who has repeatedly navigated 36-day timelines and structured offers on properties above the $2,000,000 median brings pattern recognition that a first-time listing agent cannot replicate. Just as telling as transaction counts is the review record: 243 reviews signal a consistent client experience over many years, and that consistency, more than any single sale, is the pattern worth weighting.

    How We Rank Winnetka 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 Winnetka 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: May 2026

    Winnetka Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Winnetka, IL?

    The highest-ranked agent in Winnetka, IL according to EffectiveAgents is Jackie Mack at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, with 1,160 closed transactions, 243 client reviews, and $554.5M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising; it analyzes verified transaction records, review history, and sale outcomes across the 946 agents active locally to surface the 29 who consistently perform. The right choice depends on your price point and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.

    How were these Winnetka 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 Winnetka?

    Our data covers 946 real estate agents serving the Winnetka area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Winnetka market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Winnetka mean for sellers?

    Winnetka's median sale price is $2,000,000 as of May 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 Winnetka?

    Homes in Winnetka currently take a median of 36 days to sell, though the year-over-year figure reflects a -2 days change in market time, so timelines have shifted meaningfully. Actual speed depends on pricing, condition, and season. With 50.0% of homes leaving the market within two weeks, correctly priced and well-presented properties move quickly, while listings that require price drops (currently 16.7% of active homes) tend to sit longer. Accurate initial pricing remains the single largest factor in a fast 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 Winnetka 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 Winnetka 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 Winnetka 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 Winnetka realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Winnetka 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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