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Updated October 5, 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 Danville, Illinois close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.

We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 9 real estate agents in Danville, IL to identify the best of the best. These are the top-rated agents in Danville based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.

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Our team spends hundreds of hours each month analyzing real estate agents across the country so you don’t have to. We focus on the most important data for typical buyers and sellers in Danville — people looking for a knowledgeable, well-rounded agent who can deliver strong results.

To identify the best agents for most people, we apply a consistent set of filters to narrow the field to agents with relevant experience, strong performance in the local market, and a balanced track record. We then sort those agents based on key metrics like sales volume, speed, pricing accuracy, and client mix.

We regularly update our rankings as new data becomes available and continue refining our approach to surface the most useful recommendations. See our full methodology.

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

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  • Top Local Pro

    Erin Clinganharrison

    CLINGAN,JIM AUCTION&REALTY,INC
    Local sales*
    39
    Total sales*
    45
    Price range*
    $42K - $485K
    Typical price*
    $149,900
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    Highlights
    About
    Top 1% local Listing specialist Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Erin Clinganharrison is a real estate agent who is active in Danville, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 21 transactions over the past 12 months — 45 in the past two years. Erin Clinganharrison's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 71% sellers, 29% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 45
    • Local ranking by total sales: #1
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,688
    • Median days on market: 55 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Joe Zalabak

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    8
    Total sales*
    109
    Price range*
    $23K - $900K
    Typical price*
    $165,000
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    About
    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: #4
    • State ranking by total sales: #288
    • Median days on market: 50 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Tim Drollinger

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    11
    Total sales*
    32
    Price range*
    $40K - $845K
    Typical price*
    $172,450
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    Highlights
    About
    Listing specialist Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Tim Drollinger is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 14 transactions over the past 12 months — 32 in the past two years. Tim Drollinger's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 75% sellers, 25% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 32
    • Local ranking by total sales: #2
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,162
    • Median days on market: 59 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
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  • J Leman

    eXp Realty-Champaign
    Local sales*
    7
    Total sales*
    72
    Price range*
    $32K - $625K
    Typical price*
    $176,000
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    About
    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: #6
    • State ranking by total sales: #682
    • Median days on market: 51 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Caryn Happ

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
    Local sales*
    7
    Total sales*
    52
    Price range*
    $59K - $443K
    Typical price*
    $180,000
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    Highlights
    About
    Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Caryn Happ 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 — 52 in the past two years. Caryn Happ's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 63% sellers, 37% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 52
    • Local ranking by total sales: #5
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,293
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
  • Top Local Pro

    Jay Fruhling

    RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
    Local sales*
    9
    Total sales*
    28
    Price range*
    $35K - $769K
    Typical price*
    $265,500
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    Highlights
    About
    Fast sales Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Jay Fruhling is a real estate agent who is active in Champaign, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 14 transactions over the past 12 months — 28 in the past two years. Jay Fruhling's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 28
    • Local ranking by total sales: #3
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,760
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%

  • Kyle Koester

    KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC-MONT
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    261
    Price range*
    $24K - $1.6M
    Typical price*
    $205,000
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    Highlights
    About
    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: #8
    • State ranking by total sales: #36
    • Median days on market: 39 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

  • Stefanie Pratt

    Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    124
    Price range*
    $23K - $755K
    Typical price*
    $188,000
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    Highlights
    About
    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: #9
    • State ranking by total sales: #223
    • Median days on market: 46 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%

  • Natalie A Nielsen

    Pathway Realty, PLLC
    Local sales*
    7
    Total sales*
    175
    Price range*
    $36K - $808K
    Typical price*
    $189,450
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    Fast sales 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)

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

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

General 

  • High transaction volume: Does more than 72 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 Danville 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 Danville is 61 days)

Buyers

  • Strong negotiator: The best buyer’s agents in Danville 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 Danville 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 Danville 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 Danville, 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 Danville.

If a traditional agent isn’t the right fit, here are some Danville-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 Danville

Data sources

Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 89,800 data points for 9 real estate agents across Danville, 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 Danville, 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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