--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/il/peoria --- # Top Real Estate Agents in Peoria, Illinois > Find top real estate agents in Peoria, Illinois. Median home price: $135K. Connect with the best local agents today. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Illinois --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Adam Merrick - **Brokerage:** Adam Merrick Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 11093 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 22 - **Listings:** 45 ### #2 Bryson Smith - **Brokerage:** The Bryson Smith Team - Keller Williams Premier Realty - **Total Sales:** 3513 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 15 - **Listings:** 7 ### #3 Christine Schauble - **Brokerage:** EXP Realty - **Total Sales:** 4203 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 29 - **Listings:** 0 ### #4 Troy Kerrn - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Premier Realty - **Total Sales:** 1493 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 21 - **Listings:** 3 ### #5 Marilyn Kohn Team - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Traders Unlimited - **Total Sales:** 2880 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 44 - **Listings:** 14 ### #6 Scott Rodgers - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Traders Unlimited - **Total Sales:** 2356 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 25 - **Listings:** 3 ### #7 The Knell Group - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - **Total Sales:** 855 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 41 - **Listings:** 3 ### #8 Steve Schauble - **Brokerage:** The Royal Realty Company Illinois - **Total Sales:** 363 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 17 - **Listings:** 4 ### #9 Marilyn Kohn - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Traders Unlimited - Peoria - **Total Sales:** 77 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 44 - **Listings:** 0 ### #10 Stephanie Gehrig - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - **Total Sales:** 746 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 15 - **Listings:** 0 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — Peoria Real Estate ### What is the average home price in Peoria, Illinois? The median home price in Peoria is $135,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting. ### How long does it take to sell a home in Peoria? Homes in Peoria spend an average of 42 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer. ### How do I find the best real estate agent in Peoria, Illinois? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Peoria's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Peoria based on verified sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold. ### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Peoria? In Illinois, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Peoria will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions). ### How much does a real estate agent cost in Peoria? In Illinois, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing. ### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Peoria? Ask about their recent sales in Peoria specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these. ### What employer anchors drive Peoria's real estate demand? Caterpillar Inc., whose global headquarters anchor downtown Peoria, remains the city's dominant economic engine alongside OSF HealthCare and UnityPoint Health systems. Bradley University and Illinois Central College add an education sector that sustains rental demand in neighborhoods near Normal Avenue. When Caterpillar's manufacturing cycle is strong, housing demand spikes particularly in the $150,000-$250,000 range favored by its skilled trades workforce. ### Which Peoria neighborhoods offer the best value for buyers? North Peoria near Dunlap schools and the Allen Road commercial corridor has become the most active new-construction submarket, with homes in the $250,000-$350,000 range. Historic Moss-Bradley and the Glen Oak Park area offer lovingly maintained older homes at $130,000-$200,000 with easy downtown access. The Illinois River blufftop neighborhoods like Grandview Drive command premiums for their panoramic views and access to the scenic Grandview Drive parkway. ### How affordable is Peoria compared to other Midwest metros its size? Peoria's $135,000 median home price ranks among the most affordable in the Midwest for a city with a Fortune 500 headquarters. Buyers can purchase a 3-bedroom single-family home for what a Chicago studio condo costs, and property taxes, while present, are offset by Illinois homestead exemptions for owner-occupants. This affordability draws remote workers from higher-cost metros who want Midwest stability with major-city salaries. ### What should buyers know about the East Bluff and South Side markets? East Bluff has historically been an investor-heavy market with lower price points but variable property conditions, making inspections particularly important. The South Side has pockets of revival near Dozer Park and the Peoria Riverfront district, where adaptive reuse projects are attracting younger buyers seeking urban living. Agents with hyperlocal block-by-block knowledge are essential in these submarkets where values can shift dramatically within a few streets. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/il/peoria*