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Updated October 3, 2025

If you’re buying or selling a home, choosing the right real estate agent can make a big difference in your experience and outcome. Top real estate agents in Champaign, Illinois close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.

We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 196 real estate agents in Champaign, IL to identify the best of the best. These are the top-rated agents in Champaign based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.

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Champaign, IL top real estate agents (October 2025 rankings)

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  • Top Local Pro

    Mark Waldhoff

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    335
    Total sales*
    339
    Price range*
    $53K - $1.1M
    Typical price*
    $223,000
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Mark Waldhoff is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 179 transactions over the past 12 months — 339 in the past two years. Mark Waldhoff's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 34% sellers, 66% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 339
    • Local ranking by total sales: #1
    • State ranking by total sales: #6
    • Median days on market: 45 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Kyle Koester

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC-MONT
    Local sales*
    219
    Total sales*
    261
    Price range*
    $24K - $1.6M
    Typical price*
    $205,000
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    Top 5% localFast sales Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Mobile homes Vacant land Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Kyle Koester is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 135 transactions over the past 12 months — 261 in the past two years. Kyle Koester's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 41% sellers, 59% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 261
    • Local ranking by total sales: #4
    • State ranking by total sales: #36
    • Median days on market: 39 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Creg Mcdonald

    Realty Select One
    Local sales*
    247
    Total sales*
    251
    Price range*
    $34K - $1.2M
    Typical price*
    $302,500
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land Townhouses Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Creg Mcdonald is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 110 transactions over the past 12 months — 251 in the past two years. Creg Mcdonald's experience includes luxury homes, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 61% sellers, 39% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 251
    • Local ranking by total sales: #2
    • State ranking by total sales: #39
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
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  • Top Local Pro

    Carol Meinhart

    The Real Estate Group,Inc
    Local sales*
    235
    Total sales*
    243
    Price range*
    $30K - $640K
    Typical price*
    $150,000
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    Top 1% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Mobile homes Multi-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses

    Carol Meinhart is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 112 transactions over the past 12 months — 243 in the past two years. Carol Meinhart's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 40% sellers, 60% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 243
    • Local ranking by total sales: #3
    • State ranking by total sales: #44
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
  • Top Local Pro

    Jeffrey Finke

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    205
    Total sales*
    208
    Price range*
    $75K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $287,500
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Jeffrey Finke is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 108 transactions over the past 12 months — 208 in the past two years. Jeffrey Finke's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 42% sellers, 58% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 208
    • Local ranking by total sales: #5
    • State ranking by total sales: #66
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Jennifer Hoss Mcclellan

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    141
    Total sales*
    143
    Price range*
    $65K - $892K
    Typical price*
    $230,000
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Jennifer Hoss Mcclellan is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 77 transactions over the past 12 months — 143 in the past two years. Jennifer Hoss Mcclellan's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 143
    • Local ranking by total sales: #9
    • State ranking by total sales: #158
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Natalie A Nielsen

    Pathway Realty, PLLC
    Local sales*
    160
    Total sales*
    175
    Price range*
    $36K - $808K
    Typical price*
    $189,450
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Mobile homes Vacant land

    Natalie A Nielsen is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 89 transactions over the past 12 months — 175 in the past two years. Natalie A Nielsen's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 42% sellers, 58% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 175
    • Local ranking by total sales: #7
    • State ranking by total sales: #104
    • Median days on market: 45 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 342687 (NC)
  • Top Local Pro

    Barbara Gallivan

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    181
    Total sales*
    182
    Price range*
    $25K - $640K
    Typical price*
    $268,500
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Vacant land

    Barbara Gallivan is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 101 transactions over the past 12 months — 182 in the past two years. Barbara Gallivan's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 64% sellers, 36% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 182
    • Local ranking by total sales: #6
    • State ranking by total sales: #90
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Jill Hess

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    112
    Total sales*
    115
    Price range*
    $51K - $759K
    Typical price*
    $247,850
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Townhouses Vacant land

    Jill Hess is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 72 transactions over the past 12 months — 115 in the past two years. Jill Hess's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 115
    • Local ranking by total sales: #14
    • State ranking by total sales: #261
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Michael Hogue

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    96
    Total sales*
    97
    Price range*
    $35K - $875K
    Typical price*
    $221,500
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Michael Hogue is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 48 transactions over the past 12 months — 97 in the past two years. Michael Hogue's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 97
    • Local ranking by total sales: #20
    • State ranking by total sales: #368
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Eddie Mullins

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    107
    Price range*
    $43K - $725K
    Typical price*
    $179,900
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes

    Eddie Mullins is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 47 transactions over the past 12 months — 107 in the past two years. Eddie Mullins's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 107
    • Local ranking by total sales: #15
    • State ranking by total sales: #306
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Stefanie Pratt

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    114
    Total sales*
    124
    Price range*
    $23K - $755K
    Typical price*
    $188,000
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land Townhouses Mobile homes Commercial properties

    Stefanie Pratt is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 53 transactions over the past 12 months — 124 in the past two years. Stefanie Pratt's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 48% sellers, 52% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 124
    • Local ranking by total sales: #13
    • State ranking by total sales: #223
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Scott Bechtel

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    84
    Price range*
    $69K - $1.2M
    Typical price*
    $245,500
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Scott Bechtel is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 25 transactions over the past 12 months — 84 in the past two years. Scott Bechtel's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 84
    • Local ranking by total sales: #24
    • State ranking by total sales: #508
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
  • Top Local Pro

    Nick Taylor

    Taylor Realty Associates
    Local sales*
    159
    Total sales*
    166
    Price range*
    $39K - $924K
    Typical price*
    $290,000
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land Commercial properties

    Nick Taylor is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 70 transactions over the past 12 months — 166 in the past two years. Nick Taylor's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 64% sellers, 36% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 166
    • Local ranking by total sales: #8
    • State ranking by total sales: #113
    • Median days on market: 63 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Julie Huisinga

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOC-MONTICELLO
    Local sales*
    90
    Total sales*
    95
    Price range*
    $54K - $1.2M
    Typical price*
    $195,500
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Julie Huisinga is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 45 transactions over the past 12 months — 95 in the past two years. Julie Huisinga's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 59% sellers, 41% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 95
    • Local ranking by total sales: #23
    • State ranking by total sales: #378
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Joanna Smith

    Real Broker, LLC
    Local sales*
    91
    Total sales*
    92
    Price range*
    $50K - $715K
    Typical price*
    $263,775
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Joanna Smith is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 50 transactions over the past 12 months — 92 in the past two years. Joanna Smith's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 48% sellers, 52% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 92
    • Local ranking by total sales: #22
    • State ranking by total sales: #422
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Matt Difanis

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    115
    Price range*
    $53K - $665K
    Typical price*
    $257,500
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Matt Difanis is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 62 transactions over the past 12 months — 115 in the past two years. Matt Difanis's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 37% sellers, 63% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 115
    • Local ranking by total sales: #11
    • State ranking by total sales: #263
    • Median days on market: 51 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Joe Zalabak

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    98
    Total sales*
    109
    Price range*
    $23K - $900K
    Typical price*
    $165,000
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Investor-friendly First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Townhouses Vacant land Manufactured homes

    Joe Zalabak is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 61 transactions over the past 12 months — 109 in the past two years. Joe Zalabak's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 109
    • Local ranking by total sales: #17
    • State ranking by total sales: #288
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Deana Gauze

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    75
    Total sales*
    78
    Price range*
    $35K - $575K
    Typical price*
    $190,000
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    Fast sales Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Mobile homes Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Deana Gauze is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 34 transactions over the past 12 months — 78 in the past two years. Deana Gauze's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 78
    • Local ranking by total sales: #27
    • State ranking by total sales: #588
    • Median days on market: 39 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99.5%

  • Sherry Qiang

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    65
    Total sales*
    66
    Price range*
    $83K - $895K
    Typical price*
    $220,000
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    Offer strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Sherry Qiang is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 33 transactions over the past 12 months — 66 in the past two years. Sherry Qiang's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 45% sellers, 55% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 66
    • Local ranking by total sales: #34
    • State ranking by total sales: #837
    • Median days on market: 45 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99.5%

  • Steve Littlefield

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    81
    Total sales*
    84
    Price range*
    $40K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $235,000
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land

    Steve Littlefield is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 30 transactions over the past 12 months — 84 in the past two years. Steve Littlefield's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 61% sellers, 39% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 84
    • Local ranking by total sales: #25
    • State ranking by total sales: #510
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Jeremy Brandow

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    61
    Total sales*
    63
    Price range*
    $36K - $668K
    Typical price*
    $203,000
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Jeremy Brandow is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 27 transactions over the past 12 months — 63 in the past two years. Jeremy Brandow's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 63
    • Local ranking by total sales: #37
    • State ranking by total sales: #908
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Lisa Rector

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    97
    Total sales*
    101
    Price range*
    $61K - $900K
    Typical price*
    $227,500
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Lisa Rector is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 44 transactions over the past 12 months — 101 in the past two years. Lisa Rector's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 68% sellers, 32% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 101
    • Local ranking by total sales: #18
    • State ranking by total sales: #339
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Elizabeth Young

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    48
    Total sales*
    49
    Price range*
    $40K - $1.1M
    Typical price*
    $240,000
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    Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Elizabeth Young is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 26 transactions over the past 12 months — 49 in the past two years. Elizabeth Young's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 51% sellers, 49% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 49
    • Local ranking by total sales: #45
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,456
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Reggie Taylor

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    77
    Total sales*
    79
    Price range*
    $108K - $800K
    Typical price*
    $280,000
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    Fast sales Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Reggie Taylor is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 33 transactions over the past 12 months — 79 in the past two years. Reggie Taylor's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 79
    • Local ranking by total sales: #26
    • State ranking by total sales: #579
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Russell Taylor

    Taylor Realty Associates
    Local sales*
    127
    Total sales*
    128
    Price range*
    $40K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $302,450
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    Top 5% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Russell Taylor is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 58 transactions over the past 12 months — 128 in the past two years. Russell Taylor's experience includes luxury homes, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 59% sellers, 41% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 128
    • Local ranking by total sales: #10
    • State ranking by total sales: #203
    • Median days on market: 64 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Lisa Duncan

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    114
    Total sales*
    117
    Price range*
    $75K - $925K
    Typical price*
    $300,000
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land Townhouses

    Lisa Duncan is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 53 transactions over the past 12 months — 117 in the past two years. Lisa Duncan's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 62% sellers, 38% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 117
    • Local ranking by total sales: #12
    • State ranking by total sales: #255
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Daniel Gordon

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    70
    Total sales*
    76
    Price range*
    $25K - $822K
    Typical price*
    $170,000
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    Offer strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes Manufactured homes Commercial properties

    Daniel Gordon is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 24 transactions over the past 12 months — 76 in the past two years. Daniel Gordon's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 76
    • Local ranking by total sales: #29
    • State ranking by total sales: #619
    • Median days on market: 53 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Rick Wilberg

    eXp Realty-Champaign
    Local sales*
    52
    Total sales*
    53
    Price range*
    $55K - $768K
    Typical price*
    $210,000
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Rick Wilberg is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 29 transactions over the past 12 months — 53 in the past two years. Rick Wilberg's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 45% sellers, 55% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 53
    • Local ranking by total sales: #43
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,278
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Darnell Cox

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    45
    Total sales*
    47
    Price range*
    $45K - $495K
    Typical price*
    $203,250
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    Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Darnell Cox is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 16 transactions over the past 12 months — 47 in the past two years. Darnell Cox's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 49% sellers, 51% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 47
    • Local ranking by total sales: #47
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,568
    • Median days on market: 45 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Eric Porter

    The Real Estate Group,Inc
    Local sales*
    69
    Total sales*
    70
    Price range*
    $29K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $225,000
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Mobile homes

    Eric Porter is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 30 transactions over the past 12 months — 70 in the past two years. Eric Porter's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 61% sellers, 39% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 70
    • Local ranking by total sales: #31
    • State ranking by total sales: #715
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Shannon Collins

    Green Street Realty
    Local sales*
    58
    Total sales*
    63
    Price range*
    $25K - $802K
    Typical price*
    $231,900
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Shannon Collins is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 42 transactions over the past 12 months — 63 in the past two years. Shannon Collins's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 63
    • Local ranking by total sales: #39
    • State ranking by total sales: #922
    • Median days on market: 52 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Dawn Marie Coyne

    KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS ST. AUGUSTINE
    Local sales*
    29
    Total sales*
    36
    Price range*
    $62K - $1.8M
    Typical price*
    $287,000
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    Fast sales Offer strategy Repeat clients HOA experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Dawn Marie Coyne is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 12 transactions over the past 12 months — 36 in the past two years. Dawn Marie Coyne's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and sales involving HOAs.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 36
    • Local ranking by total sales: #69
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,532
    • Median days on market: 17 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97.5%
    • License #: 3620094 (FL)

  • J Leman

    eXp Realty-Champaign
    Local sales*
    65
    Total sales*
    72
    Price range*
    $32K - $625K
    Typical price*
    $176,000
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Townhouses Vacant land Commercial properties

    J Leman is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 39 transactions over the past 12 months — 72 in the past two years. J Leman's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 72
    • Local ranking by total sales: #33
    • State ranking by total sales: #682
    • Median days on market: 51 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
  • Top Local Pro

    Steven Starwalt

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    32
    Price range*
    $71K - $755K
    Typical price*
    $211,500
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    Fast sales Offer strategy Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Steven Starwalt is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 32 in the past two years. Steven Starwalt's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 32
    • Local ranking by total sales: #63
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,157
    • Median days on market: 35 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Laura Heiser

    The Real Estate Group,Inc
    Local sales*
    71
    Total sales*
    75
    Price range*
    $24K - $440K
    Typical price*
    $170,000
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    Offer strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Mobile homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Laura Heiser is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 36 transactions over the past 12 months — 75 in the past two years. Laura Heiser's experience includes first-time homebuyers and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 44% sellers, 56% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 75
    • Local ranking by total sales: #28
    • State ranking by total sales: #637
    • Median days on market: 47 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%

  • Craig Buchanan

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    65
    Price range*
    $95K - $1.4M
    Typical price*
    $273,000
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Craig Buchanan is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 33 transactions over the past 12 months — 65 in the past two years. Craig Buchanan's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 65
    • Local ranking by total sales: #32
    • State ranking by total sales: #848
    • Median days on market: 67 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Kristen Dilley

    eXp Realty-Champaign
    Local sales*
    32
    Total sales*
    33
    Price range*
    $22K - $570K
    Typical price*
    $211,000
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    Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Kristen Dilley is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 32 transactions over the past 12 months — 33 in the past two years. Kristen Dilley's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 48% sellers, 52% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 33
    • Local ranking by total sales: #61
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,948
    • Median days on market: 60 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Debby Auble

    WARD & ASSOCIATES
    Local sales*
    30
    Price range*
    $132K - $588K
    Typical price*
    $244,900
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    Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Debby Auble is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 13 transactions over the past 12 months — 30 in the past two years. Debby Auble's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 30
    • Local ranking by total sales: #66
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,346
    • Median days on market: 37 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 105%

  • Jennifer Snodsmith

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    24
    Price range*
    $140K - $691K
    Typical price*
    $331,500
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    8+ years experience Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Jennifer Snodsmith is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. Jennifer Snodsmith has worked in real estate for over 8 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 24 in the past two years. Jennifer Snodsmith's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 38% sellers, 63% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 24
    • Local ranking by total sales: #81
    • State ranking by total sales: #4,615
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Mark Panno

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    96
    Price range*
    $23K - $599K
    Typical price*
    $249,900
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    Top 10% local Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Vacant land Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Mark Panno is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 40 transactions over the past 12 months — 96 in the past two years. Mark Panno's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 69% sellers, 31% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 96
    • Local ranking by total sales: #19
    • State ranking by total sales: #375
    • Median days on market: 60 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Bill Craig

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    35
    Total sales*
    36
    Price range*
    $110K - $710K
    Typical price*
    $261,750
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    Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Bill Craig is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 18 transactions over the past 12 months — 36 in the past two years. Bill Craig's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 36
    • Local ranking by total sales: #58
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,482
    • Median days on market: 57 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Nicholas Ward

    JOEL WARD HOMES, INC
    Local sales*
    40
    Price range*
    $29K - $785K
    Typical price*
    $219,000
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    Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Mobile homes Commercial properties Manufactured homes

    Nicholas Ward is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 40 in the past two years. Nicholas Ward's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 43% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 40
    • Local ranking by total sales: #55
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,153
    • Median days on market: 61 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Nick Tangen

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    26
    Total sales*
    28
    Price range*
    $50K - $515K
    Typical price*
    $210,950
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    Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Mobile homes

    Nick Tangen is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 16 transactions over the past 12 months — 28 in the past two years. Nick Tangen's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 28
    • Local ranking by total sales: #76
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,846
    • Median days on market: 43 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97.5%

  • Kimberly Krismanclark

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    63
    Total sales*
    65
    Price range*
    $43K - $878K
    Typical price*
    $250,000
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    Offer strategy Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos

    Kimberly Krismanclark is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 38 transactions over the past 12 months — 65 in the past two years. Kimberly Krismanclark's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 62% sellers, 38% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 65
    • Local ranking by total sales: #35
    • State ranking by total sales: #855
    • Median days on market: 55 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98.5%

  • Judy Fejes

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    44
    Price range*
    $45K - $649K
    Typical price*
    $214,000
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    Fast sales Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Judy Fejes is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 44 in the past two years. Judy Fejes's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 41% sellers, 59% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 44
    • Local ranking by total sales: #49
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,769
    • Median days on market: 32 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Ronald Fields

    AroundCU Real Estate Company
    Local sales*
    41
    Price range*
    $113K - $705K
    Typical price*
    $244,900
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Ronald Fields is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 25 transactions over the past 12 months — 41 in the past two years. Ronald Fields's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 41
    • Local ranking by total sales: #54
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,065
    • Median days on market: 56 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Pj Trautman

    Trautman Real Estate Agency & Appraisal LLC
    Local sales*
    54
    Total sales*
    56
    Price range*
    $23K - $1.1M
    Typical price*
    $303,250
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    Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Pj Trautman is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 29 transactions over the past 12 months — 56 in the past two years. Pj Trautman's experience includes luxury homes, first-time homebuyers, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 56
    • Local ranking by total sales: #42
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,151
    • Median days on market: 53 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Jacob Patterson

    Realty Select One
    Local sales*
    44
    Price range*
    $56K - $1.1M
    Typical price*
    $250,900
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    Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Vacant land

    Jacob Patterson is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 19 transactions over the past 12 months — 44 in the past two years. Jacob Patterson's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 44
    • Local ranking by total sales: #48
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,760
    • Median days on market: 67 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
  • Top Local Pro

    Jeanette During

    TOWN & COUNTRY REALTY,LLP
    Local sales*
    106
    Total sales*
    108
    Price range*
    $23K - $399K
    Typical price*
    $135,000
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    Top 10% local Offer strategy Negotiation expert Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Townhouses

    Jeanette During is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 55 transactions over the past 12 months — 108 in the past two years. Jeanette During's experience includes first-time homebuyers and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 66% sellers, 34% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 108
    • Local ranking by total sales: #16
    • State ranking by total sales: #294
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

What to know about top real estate agents in Champaign, IL

Top Champaign real estate agents combine deep, local expertise with higher-than-average performance. Here’s what that looks like in Champaign. 

General 

  • High transaction volume: Does more than 22 sales per year (local median)
  • Well established: At least 3–5+ years of experience in the local market
  • Good reputation: High total review count and average ratings

Sellers

  • Pricing expertise: Few-to-no price drops 
  • High sale-to-list ratios: Typically sells near or above list price (median sale-to-list in Champaign is 100%)
  • Strong marketing strategy: Beautiful photos, compelling listing descriptions, maximum visibility
  • Faster-than-average sales: Gets homes under contract quickly (median sale timeline in Champaign is 48 days)

Buyers

  • Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Champaign often save 5-10% off list price
  • Local expertise: Know neighborhoods, schools, amenities, regulations
  • Responsive and accessible: Reviews consistently call out these specific traits

Most likely, yes. The vast majority of home sellers in Champaign will get the best outcome and most money selling with a top local real estate agent. That said, it really depends on your goals.

Consider listing with a Champaign realtor if:

  • You're aiming for top dollar or need help navigating pricing and offers
  • You want someone to handle the full process—marketing, showings, negotiation, paperwork
  • Your property is typical for the area and priced at or above $200,000

Consider alternatives if:

  • You want a faster sale and are open to a cash offer from a cash home buyer or iBuyer
  • You’re cost-conscious and want to save on commission with a discount real estate broker
  • You want to avoid realtor commission altogether and are comfortable trying FSBO (for sale by owner), knowing that FSBO sales usually net less and require a lot of work.

In Champaign, the average real estate commission is about 5.56%, while the national average is (5.57%).

  • Typically, this gets split between the listing and buyer’s agents (2.85% and 2.71%, respectively).
  • Rates are negotiable and may be lower for higher-priced homes or repeat clients.
  • Following the NAR settlement, buyers may need to negotiate their agent's fee directly.

Sell with a top agent and save

With Clever, sellers can list with a top local agent for just 1.5% (or $3,000 flat) — up to 50% less than the typical rate in Champaign.

If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Champaign-area alternatives:

Cash buyer services

  • Get fast, no-obligation offers from investors, iBuyers, and bridge loan providers.
  • Ideal for distressed homes, tight timelines, or sellers prioritizing speed over top price.

Discount brokerages

  • Offer lower commissions (often 1–2%) while still providing MLS access and support.
  • Good option if you want to save but still prefer professional help.

Flat-Fee MLS (FFMLS)

  • Pay a one-time fee to list your home on the MLS.
  • You'll handle pricing, showings, and negotiation yourself — best for experienced sellers.

For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

  • No agent involvement, no commission—but you’ll do everything yourself.
  • FSBO homes typically sell for less, so weigh potential savings vs. final sale price.

Pro tip: Even if you go non-traditional, consider services like Clever or local offer platforms — they help you compare your options and connect with agents or investors offering discounts, fast offers, or both.

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How we research and evaluate top real estate agents in Champaign

Data sources

Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 795,500 data points for 196 real estate agents across Champaign, Illinois.

We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but no dataset is perfect. Some activity may not be captured if information isn’t available or accurate from our sources. We update and refine our data regularly to improve coverage and reliability.

Methodology

There’s no single “best” real estate agent — the right fit depends on your goals and situation. Our approach is designed to highlight agents with strong, well-rounded performance in Champaign, Illinois and make it easier to compare your options.

We look at factors that matter most to typical buyers and sellers, such as:

  • Transaction volume and recent activity
  • Balance of buyer- and seller-side representation
  • Pricing accuracy and negotiation outcomes
  • Speed of sales relative to the local market
  • Years of experience and proven track record
  • Specialized expertise with certain property types or client needs

We use these key indicators to surface agents who are likely to be a good fit for most people, while giving you the data you need to decide which qualities matter most for your own situation.

Ongoing updates

Rankings are updated regularly as new data becomes available. Our goal is to provide a clear, objective view of agent performance to help you make an informed choice when hiring a real estate professional.

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