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Updated September 30, 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 Rockford, Illinois close more deals, negotiate better prices, and move homes faster than their peers.

We analyzed transactions and performance metrics for 311 real estate agents in Rockford, IL to identify the best of the best. These are the top-rated agents in Rockford based on local experience, sales history, and overall results.

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

  • Top Local Pro

    Toni Vanderheyden

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    328
    Total sales*
    329
    Price range*
    $25K - $750K
    Typical price*
    $215,000
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    Top 1% local Top 1% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Toni Vanderheyden is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 170 transactions over the past 12 months — 329 in the past two years. Toni Vanderheyden's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 76% sellers, 24% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 329
    • Local ranking by total sales: #1
    • State ranking by total sales: #10
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    Fidel Batres

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    252
    Total sales*
    274
    Price range*
    $25K - $628K
    Typical price*
    $171,250
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    Top 1% local Top 1% IllinoisFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Investor-friendly Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses Mobile homes

    Fidel Batres is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 131 transactions over the past 12 months — 274 in the past two years. Fidel Batres's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 274
    • Local ranking by total sales: #2
    • State ranking by total sales: #28
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475133262 (IL, WI)
  • Top Local Pro

    Zil Huma

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    94
    Total sales*
    98
    Price range*
    $21K - $1.2M
    Typical price*
    $205,500
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    Top 5% local Top 1% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Luxury homes First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes Townhouses Mobile homes Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Zil Huma is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 49 transactions over the past 12 months — 98 in the past two years. Zil Huma's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 98
    • Local ranking by total sales: #6
    • State ranking by total sales: #365
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
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  • Top Local Pro

    Kendra Monroe

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    92
    Total sales*
    109
    Price range*
    $30K - $527K
    Typical price*
    $207,000
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    Top 5% local Top 1% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos Manufactured homes

    Kendra Monroe is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 64 transactions over the past 12 months — 109 in the past two years. Kendra Monroe's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 109
    • Local ranking by total sales: #7
    • State ranking by total sales: #408
    • Median days on market: 38 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101%
    • License #: 475178361, 89566-94 (IL, WI)
  • Randy Schulenburg

    Schulenburg Realty, Inc
    Local sales*
    10
    Total sales*
    53
    Price range*
    $27K - $600K
    Typical price*
    $329,500
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    Top 5% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent 32+ years experience Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes

    Randy Schulenburg is a real estate agent who is active in Chicago, IL. Randy Schulenburg has worked in real estate for over 32 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 24 transactions over the past 12 months — 53 in the past two years. Randy Schulenburg's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 42% sellers, 58% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 53
    • Local ranking by total sales: #215
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,275
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
  • Top Local Pro

    Olga Kampmeier

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    151
    Total sales*
    160
    Price range*
    $21K - $715K
    Typical price*
    $159,500
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    Top 1% local Top 1% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Investor-friendly First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Townhouses Condos Manufactured homes Vacant land

    Olga Kampmeier is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 84 transactions over the past 12 months — 160 in the past two years. Olga Kampmeier's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 78% sellers, 22% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 160
    • Local ranking by total sales: #3
    • State ranking by total sales: #123
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475166479 (IL)
  • Debbie Carlson

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
    Local sales*
    97
    Total sales*
    101
    Price range*
    $22K - $675K
    Typical price*
    $190,000
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    Top 1% local Top 1% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Condos Mobile homes Townhouses Commercial properties

    Debbie Carlson is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 57 transactions over the past 12 months — 101 in the past two years. Debbie Carlson's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 63% sellers, 37% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 101
    • Local ranking by total sales: #5
    • State ranking by total sales: #336
    • Median days on market: 40 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Rebecca Leclaire

    Century 21 Affiliated - Rockford
    Local sales*
    25
    Total sales*
    27
    Price range*
    $110K - $690K
    Typical price*
    $210,100
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    Fast sales Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

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

    • Works with: 44% sellers, 56% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 27
    • Local ranking by total sales: #97
    • State ranking by total sales: #4,028
    • Median days on market: 25 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 471022184 (IL)
  • Tracy Suyko

    Gambino Realtors Home Builders
    Local sales*
    17
    Price range*
    $43K - $330K
    Typical price*
    $195,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Tracy Suyko is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 17 in the past two years. Tracy Suyko is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 17
    • Local ranking by total sales: #147
    • State ranking by total sales: #7,037
    • Median days on market: 34 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Top Local Pro

    John Juliano

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real
    Local sales*
    30
    Price range*
    $43K - $457K
    Typical price*
    $204,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Pricing strategy Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses

    John Juliano is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 20 transactions over the past 12 months — 30 in the past two years. John Juliano's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 30
    • Local ranking by total sales: #70
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,380
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 103%
  • Top Local Pro

    Malachi Brick

    Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Rockford
    Local sales*
    29
    Total sales*
    32
    Price range*
    $77K - $459K
    Typical price*
    $199,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Malachi Brick is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 16 transactions over the past 12 months — 32 in the past two years. Malachi Brick's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 32
    • Local ranking by total sales: #76
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,608
    • Median days on market: 34 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100.5%
    • License #: 110399-94 (WI)
  • Top Local Pro

    Kristina Campbell

    Key Realty - Rockford
    Local sales*
    52
    Total sales*
    55
    Price range*
    $90K - $550K
    Typical price*
    $215,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% IllinoisFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Manufactured homes Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Kristina Campbell is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 29 transactions over the past 12 months — 55 in the past two years. Kristina Campbell's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 55
    • Local ranking by total sales: #20
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,267
    • Median days on market: 27 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 84641-94, 475126050 (WI, IL)
  • Angie Wait

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    105
    Total sales*
    110
    Price range*
    $26K - $530K
    Typical price*
    $200,000
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    Top 1% local Top 1% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Angie Wait is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 66 transactions over the past 12 months — 110 in the past two years. Angie Wait's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 74% sellers, 26% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 110
    • Local ranking by total sales: #4
    • State ranking by total sales: #294
    • Median days on market: 35 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475148472, 94047-94 (IL, WI)
  • Amber Andreen

    Century 21 Affiliated
    Local sales*
    12
    Price range*
    $82K - $405K
    Typical price*
    $210,750
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos

    Amber Andreen is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 4 transactions over the past 12 months — 12 in the past two years. Amber Andreen's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 12
    • Local ranking by total sales: #177
    • State ranking by total sales: #9,192
    • Median days on market: 30 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Lawrence Naselli

    Baird & Warner
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    24
    Price range*
    $50K - $635K
    Typical price*
    $316,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses

    Lawrence Naselli is a real estate agent who is active in Chicago, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 12 transactions over the past 12 months — 24 in the past two years. Lawrence Naselli is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 33% sellers, 67% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 24
    • Local ranking by total sales: #281
    • State ranking by total sales: #4,668
    • Median days on market: 23 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102.5%
  • David D Johnson

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real
    Local sales*
    35
    Price range*
    $115K - $540K
    Typical price*
    $192,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    David D Johnson is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 35 in the past two years. David D Johnson's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 43% sellers, 57% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 35
    • Local ranking by total sales: #48
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,644
    • Median days on market: 35 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 471020511 (IL)
  • Top Local Pro

    Allison Hawkins

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    82
    Total sales*
    84
    Price range*
    $56K - $475K
    Typical price*
    $210,759
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    Top 5% local Top 1% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Mobile homes Townhouses Manufactured homes Condos

    Allison Hawkins is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 44 transactions over the past 12 months — 84 in the past two years. Allison Hawkins's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 69% sellers, 31% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 84
    • Local ranking by total sales: #9
    • State ranking by total sales: #505
    • Median days on market: 41 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Carrie Dumelle

    Weichert Realtors - Tovar Prop
    Local sales*
    19
    Total sales*
    25
    Price range*
    $35K - $372K
    Typical price*
    $190,000
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    Pricing strategyFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land

    Carrie Dumelle is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 13 transactions over the past 12 months — 25 in the past two years. Carrie Dumelle's experience includes first-time homebuyers and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 52% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 25
    • Local ranking by total sales: #123
    • State ranking by total sales: #5,362
    • Median days on market: 38 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 110656-94 (WI, IL)
  • Joseph Eurek

    DICKERSON & NIEMAN
    Local sales*
    22
    Price range*
    $70K - $481K
    Typical price*
    $212,500
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    Fast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Mobile homes Manufactured homes

    Joseph Eurek is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 14 transactions over the past 12 months — 22 in the past two years. Joseph Eurek's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 22
    • Local ranking by total sales: #108
    • State ranking by total sales: #5,171
    • Median days on market: 31 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 97%
  • Dixie Kalk

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
    Local sales*
    30
    Total sales*
    39
    Price range*
    $114K - $960K
    Typical price*
    $260,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Dixie Kalk is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 39 in the past two years. Dixie Kalk's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 44% sellers, 56% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 39
    • Local ranking by total sales: #69
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,033
    • Median days on market: 35 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 87868-94 (IL, WI)
  • Kim Keefe

    Compass
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    141
    Price range*
    $22K - $980K
    Typical price*
    $280,000
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    Top 1% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Vacant land Multi-family homes

    Kim Keefe is a real estate agent who is active in Chicago, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 59 transactions over the past 12 months — 141 in the past two years. Kim Keefe's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 60% sellers, 40% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 141
    • Local ranking by total sales: #280
    • State ranking by total sales: #166
    • Median days on market: 37 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475125819 (IL)
  • Top Local Pro

    Noah Meyer

    Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Rockford
    Local sales*
    45
    Price range*
    $50K - $700K
    Typical price*
    $235,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% Illinois Pricing strategy Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses

    Noah Meyer is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 23 transactions over the past 12 months — 45 in the past two years. Noah Meyer's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 45
    • Local ranking by total sales: #30
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,711
    • Median days on market: 35 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100.5%
  • Top Local Pro

    Arturo Flores

    eXp Realty
    Local sales*
    26
    Total sales*
    134
    Price range*
    $25K - $530K
    Typical price*
    $245,450
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    Top 1% Illinois Pricing strategyFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos Multi-family homes Vacant land

    Arturo Flores is a real estate agent who is active in Chicago, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 56 transactions over the past 12 months — 134 in the past two years. Arturo Flores's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 41% sellers, 59% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 134
    • Local ranking by total sales: #90
    • State ranking by total sales: #186
    • Median days on market: 31 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 58658-90 (WI)
  • Aimee Leon

    Gambino Realtors Home Builders
    Local sales*
    14
    Price range*
    $58K - $412K
    Typical price*
    $169,250
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Condos

    Aimee Leon is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 14 in the past two years. Aimee Leon's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 14
    • Local ranking by total sales: #158
    • State ranking by total sales: #7,993
    • Median days on market: 11 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 103%
    • License #: 475201058 (IL)
  • Carrie Buckett

    Century 21 Affiliated
    Local sales*
    32
    Total sales*
    40
    Price range*
    $91K - $420K
    Typical price*
    $198,450
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    Top 10% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Carrie Buckett is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 16 transactions over the past 12 months — 40 in the past two years. Carrie Buckett's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 48% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 40
    • Local ranking by total sales: #61
    • State ranking by total sales: #3,010
    • Median days on market: 38 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 63577-94, 475124531 (IL, WI)
  • Top Local Pro

    Joshua Tuttle

    Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Rockford
    Local sales*
    19
    Price range*
    $104K - $400K
    Typical price*
    $203,000
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    Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes

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

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 19
    • Local ranking by total sales: #126
    • State ranking by total sales: #6,091
    • Median days on market: 19 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
    • License #: 475.197826 (IL)
  • Erin Spence Paff

    Re/Max of Rock Valley
    Local sales*
    12
    Total sales*
    14
    Price range*
    $150K - $335K
    Typical price*
    $217,500
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Erin Spence Paff is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 11 transactions over the past 12 months — 14 in the past two years. Erin Spence Paff's experience includes first-time homebuyers and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 14
    • Local ranking by total sales: #179
    • State ranking by total sales: #8,733
    • Median days on market: 37 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 103%
    • License #: 98666-94 (WI)
  • Christine Smith

    Real Broker, LLC
    Local sales*
    11
    Price range*
    $58K - $285K
    Typical price*
    $190,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Christine Smith is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 10 transactions over the past 12 months — 11 in the past two years. Christine Smith is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 11
    • Local ranking by total sales: #189
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,009
    • Median days on market: 32 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475152617 (IL)
  • Jamie Pendergrass

    Re/Max of Rock Valley
    Local sales*
    5
    Total sales*
    6
    Price range*
    $59K - $210K
    Typical price*
    $168,750
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Jamie Pendergrass is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 1 transaction over the past 12 months — 6 in the past two years. Jamie Pendergrass is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 6
    • Local ranking by total sales: #296
    • State ranking by total sales: #15,331
    • Median days on market: 8 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475.197443 (IL)
  • Robin Henry

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    22
    Price range*
    $111K - $635K
    Typical price*
    $206,500
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    Listing specialist 36+ years experience Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Robin Henry is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. Robin Henry has worked in real estate for over 36 years. They primarily work with sellers and have closed at least 10 transactions over the past 12 months — 22 in the past two years. Robin Henry's experience includes luxury homes and first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 82% sellers, 18% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 22
    • Local ranking by total sales: #109
    • State ranking by total sales: #5,262
    • Median days on market: 55 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475123258 (IL)
  • Top Local Pro

    Bradley Martin

    DICKERSON & NIEMAN
    Local sales*
    49
    Price range*
    $110K - $540K
    Typical price*
    $230,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% Illinois Pricing strategyFast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Townhouses Multi-family homes

    Bradley Martin is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 27 transactions over the past 12 months — 49 in the past two years. Bradley Martin's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 59% sellers, 41% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 49
    • Local ranking by total sales: #24
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,440
    • Median days on market: 30 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 101%
  • Jose Herrera

    HomeSmart Connect
    Local sales*
    6
    Total sales*
    43
    Price range*
    $55K - $580K
    Typical price*
    $290,000
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    Top 5% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Jose Herrera is a real estate agent who is active in Chicago, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 24 transactions over the past 12 months — 43 in the past two years. Jose Herrera's experience includes first-time homebuyers and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 23% sellers, 77% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 43
    • Local ranking by total sales: #277
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,846
    • Median days on market: 13 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102.5%
  • Jamie L Ruth

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    10
    Total sales*
    15
    Price range*
    $45K - $1.3M
    Typical price*
    $290,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent 5+ years experience First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Jamie L Ruth is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. Jamie L Ruth has worked in real estate for over 5 years. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 8 transactions over the past 12 months — 15 in the past two years. Jamie L Ruth's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 53% sellers, 47% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 15
    • Local ranking by total sales: #209
    • State ranking by total sales: #8,191
    • Median days on market: 67 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98.5%
    • License #: 475207372 (IL)
  • Top Local Pro

    Jodi Stromberg

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real
    Local sales*
    41
    Total sales*
    43
    Price range*
    $56K - $440K
    Typical price*
    $205,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Pricing strategyFast sales Negotiation expert Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Multi-family homes

    Jodi Stromberg is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 26 transactions over the past 12 months — 43 in the past two years. Jodi Stromberg's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 65% sellers, 35% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 43
    • Local ranking by total sales: #34
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,043
    • Median days on market: 26 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
  • Milena Cojkic

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    47
    Total sales*
    51
    Price range*
    $45K - $570K
    Typical price*
    $150,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos

    Milena Cojkic is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 26 transactions over the past 12 months — 51 in the past two years. Milena Cojkic's experience includes first-time homebuyers, VA loans and military buyers, and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 51
    • Local ranking by total sales: #26
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,377
    • Median days on market: 36 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99.5%
  • Karla Worley

    EXIT Realty Redefined Maurer Group
    Local sales*
    6
    Price range*
    $88K - $320K
    Typical price*
    $195,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Karla Worley is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers They have closed at least 6 in the past two years. Karla Worley is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 6
    • Local ranking by total sales: #279
    • State ranking by total sales: #15,500
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 475197872 (IL)
  • Brian Bottcher

    EXIT Realty Redefined Maurer Group
    Local sales*
    33
    Total sales*
    38
    Price range*
    $50K - $2M
    Typical price*
    $232,950
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    Top 10% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Condos

    Brian Bottcher is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 17 transactions over the past 12 months — 38 in the past two years. Brian Bottcher's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 58% sellers, 42% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 38
    • Local ranking by total sales: #55
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,507
    • Median days on market: 34 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 98%
    • License #: 96724-94 (IL, WI)
  • Ruth Premo

    Gambino Realtors Home Builders
    Local sales*
    11
    Price range*
    $64K - $319K
    Typical price*
    $173,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Multi-family homes

    Ruth Premo is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 11 in the past two years. Ruth Premo is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 11
    • Local ranking by total sales: #202
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,455
    • Median days on market: 24 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100.5%
  • Kelsey Fagan

    Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Rockford
    Local sales*
    15
    Price range*
    $30K - $415K
    Typical price*
    $175,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Kelsey Fagan is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 9 transactions over the past 12 months — 15 in the past two years. Kelsey Fagan's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 47% sellers, 53% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 15
    • Local ranking by total sales: #154
    • State ranking by total sales: #7,730
    • Median days on market: 36 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 102%
  • Justin Smith

    Century 21 Affiliated - Rockford
    Local sales*
    33
    Total sales*
    37
    Price range*
    $40K - $620K
    Typical price*
    $235,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Condos Vacant land

    Justin Smith is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 15 transactions over the past 12 months — 37 in the past two years. Justin Smith's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 54% sellers, 46% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 37
    • Local ranking by total sales: #57
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,435
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475168898 (IL)
  • Brandy Graves

    Century 21 Affiliated - Rockford
    Local sales*
    32
    Total sales*
    34
    Price range*
    $38K - $381K
    Typical price*
    $180,000
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    Top 10% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Condos Townhouses Manufactured homes

    Brandy Graves is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 20 transactions over the past 12 months — 34 in the past two years. Brandy Graves is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 44% sellers, 56% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 34
    • Local ranking by total sales: #60
    • State ranking by total sales: #2,763
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475175567 (IL)
  • Top Local Pro

    Miguel Lobato

    Gambino Realtors Home Builders
    Local sales*
    65
    Total sales*
    69
    Price range*
    $40K - $645K
    Typical price*
    $165,000
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    Top 5% local Top 5% Illinois Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Condos Commercial properties

    Miguel Lobato is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 37 transactions over the past 12 months — 69 in the past two years. Miguel Lobato's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 38% sellers, 62% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 69
    • Local ranking by total sales: #12
    • State ranking by total sales: #753
    • Median days on market: 42 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Jennifer Held

    Black Castle Properties
    Local sales*
    16
    Total sales*
    19
    Price range*
    $88K - $580K
    Typical price*
    $189,000
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    Fast sales Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes

    Jennifer Held is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 10 transactions over the past 12 months — 19 in the past two years. Jennifer Held's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 63% sellers, 37% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 19
    • Local ranking by total sales: #151
    • State ranking by total sales: #6,413
    • Median days on market: 21 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 60287-90, 471022324 (IL, WI)
  • Brenda Jones

    Door To Door Realty
    Local sales*
    20
    Total sales*
    24
    Price range*
    $24K - $360K
    Typical price*
    $216,000
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    Fast sales Offer strategy Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Manufactured homes Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes

    Brenda Jones is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 15 transactions over the past 12 months — 24 in the past two years. Brenda Jones is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 42% sellers, 58% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 24
    • Local ranking by total sales: #115
    • State ranking by total sales: #4,557
    • Median days on market: 39 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 96.5%
    • License #: 475126376 (IL)
  • Kimberly Taylor

    NextHome First Class
    Local sales*
    10
    Total sales*
    11
    Price range*
    $163K - $390K
    Typical price*
    $265,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Kimberly Taylor is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 8 transactions over the past 12 months — 11 in the past two years. Kimberly Taylor is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 55% sellers, 45% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 11
    • Local ranking by total sales: #211
    • State ranking by total sales: #10,250
    • Median days on market: 27 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 99%
  • Mercedes Brain

    Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Rockford
    Local sales*
    8
    Price range*
    $105K - $350K
    Typical price*
    $154,950
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes

    Mercedes Brain is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 5 transactions over the past 12 months — 8 in the past two years. Mercedes Brain is experienced with first-time homebuyers.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 8
    • Local ranking by total sales: #244
    • State ranking by total sales: #13,032
    • Median days on market: 29 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475171874 (IL)
  • Matthew Koch

    Gambino Realtors Home Builders
    Local sales*
    9
    Price range*
    $57K - $435K
    Typical price*
    $180,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent First-time buyers Single-family homes Multi-family homes Manufactured homes

    Matthew Koch is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 7 transactions over the past 12 months — 9 in the past two years. Matthew Koch's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and investment properties.

    • Works with: 56% sellers, 44% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 9
    • Local ranking by total sales: #227
    • State ranking by total sales: #12,003
    • Median days on market: 36 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Lisa Jensen

    Keller Williams North Shore West
    Local sales*
    5
    Total sales*
    130
    Price range*
    $105K - $850K
    Typical price*
    $317,450
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    Top 1% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Lisa Jensen is a real estate agent who is active in Chicago, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 32 transactions over the past 12 months — 130 in the past two years. Lisa Jensen's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 66% sellers, 34% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 130
    • Local ranking by total sales: #303
    • State ranking by total sales: #202
    • Median days on market: 33 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
  • Nicholas Carter

    Keller Williams Realty Signature
    Local sales*
    52
    Total sales*
    63
    Price range*
    $33K - $758K
    Typical price*
    $205,000
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    Top 10% local Top 5% Illinois Listing agent Buyers agent Neighborhood expert Repeat clients Military buyers First-time buyers Single-family homes Vacant land Townhouses Multi-family homes Mobile homes Manufactured homes Condos

    Nicholas Carter is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 30 transactions over the past 12 months — 63 in the past two years. Nicholas Carter's experience includes first-time homebuyers, luxury homes, and VA loans and military buyers.

    • Works with: 67% sellers, 33% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 63
    • Local ranking by total sales: #21
    • State ranking by total sales: #1,127
    • Median days on market: 44 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%
    • License #: 475179409, 95454-94 (IL, WI)
  • Nicholas Rhoads

    HomeSmart Connect, LLC.
    Local sales*
    9
    Total sales*
    16
    Price range*
    $72K - $550K
    Typical price*
    $264,000
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    Listing agent Buyers agent Repeat clients First-time buyers Single-family homes Townhouses Condos

    Nicholas Rhoads is a real estate agent who is active in Rockford, IL. They work with sellers and buyers and have closed at least 6 transactions over the past 12 months — 16 in the past two years. Nicholas Rhoads's experience includes first-time homebuyers and luxury homes.

    • Works with: 50% sellers, 50% buyers
    • Total recent sales: 16
    • Local ranking by total sales: #230
    • State ranking by total sales: #7,365
    • Median days on market: 36 days
    • Median sale-to-list ratio: 100%

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

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

General 

  • High transaction volume: Does more than 21 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 Rockford 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 Rockford is 38 days)

Buyers

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

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

Data sources

Our rankings are powered by real estate transaction data, internal research, and other publicly available sources. We compiled and analyzed over 986,900 data points for 311 real estate agents across Rockford, 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 Rockford, 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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