--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/il/waukegan --- # Top Real Estate Agents in Waukegan, Illinois > Find top real estate agents in Waukegan, Illinois. Median home price: $347K. Connect with the best local agents today. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Illinois --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Kris Seegren - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Plaza - **Total Sales:** 740 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 35 - **Listings:** 0 ### #2 John Steele - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Plaza - **Total Sales:** 417 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 22 - **Listings:** 0 ### #3 Lori Mattice - **Brokerage:** Re/Max Plaza - **Total Sales:** 2307 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 20 - **Listings:** 6 ### #4 Terrance Muse - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Premier - **Total Sales:** 861 - **Avg Rating:** 4.4 - **Years Experience:** 19 - **Listings:** 4 ### #5 Jim Starwalt - **Brokerage:** Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes - **Total Sales:** 3826 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 28 - **Listings:** 26 ### #6 Prentiss Grant - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Plaza - **Total Sales:** 417 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 9 - **Listings:** 5 ### #7 Rocio Mena - **Brokerage:** Homesmart Connect Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 158 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 7 ### #8 Flor Luis-washington - **Brokerage:** 1964 - **Total Sales:** 582 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 30 - **Listings:** 1 ### #9 Tomas J. Gomez - **Brokerage:** Freedom Realty - **Total Sales:** 67 - **Avg Rating:** 4.7 - **Years Experience:** 30 - **Listings:** 0 ### #10 Jane Lee - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Top Performers - **Total Sales:** 7029 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 82 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — Waukegan Real Estate ### What is the average home price in Waukegan, Illinois? The median home price in Waukegan is $347,000. 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 Waukegan? Homes in Waukegan spend an average of 38 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 Waukegan, Illinois? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Waukegan's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Waukegan 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 Waukegan? In Illinois, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Waukegan 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 Waukegan? 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 Waukegan? Ask about their recent sales in Waukegan 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 is driving renewed interest in Waukegan's real estate market? Waukegan's Lake Michigan waterfront and harbor have attracted developer attention for mixed-use redevelopment, and its position as Lake County's seat means stable government employment. The city's relatively low entry price points, with a $347,000 median that includes a significant range of lakefront and near-lake properties, attract buyers priced out of Evanston, Wilmette, and other lakefront suburbs further south. Proximity to the Great Lakes Naval Station in North Chicago also creates steady military buyer demand. ### How does Waukegan's lakefront compare to other North Shore communities? Waukegan has direct Lake Michigan frontage with a working harbor and Waukegan Beach, but unlike Evanston or Highland Park, it has not historically commanded lakefront premiums due to industrial legacy along its southern waterfront. Ongoing cleanup and redevelopment of former industrial parcels is gradually unlocking the lakefront's residential potential. Buyers who purchase now near the harbor district may benefit from appreciation as waterfront redevelopment progresses. ### What should buyers know about Waukegan's school districts and neighborhood variation? Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 serves most of the city and has faced academic performance challenges, which is a key reason some family buyers with school-age children look to neighboring Gurnee or North Chicago instead. However, private school and charter options are available, and buyers without school-age children often find Waukegan's price-to-lakefront-access ratio compelling. The north end near Beach Park and Wadsworth has newer housing stock and stronger school performance metrics. ### Is Waukegan a viable option for Chicago commuters? Waukegan has a Metra Union Pacific North station with trains to Ogilvie Transportation Center in about 75 minutes, making it feasible for hybrid workers who commute two to three days per week. The I-94 drive to Chicago runs 45-60 minutes in off-peak conditions but can exceed 90 minutes during rush hour. Buyers who work in Gurnee, Libertyville, or the Lake County biotech and pharmaceutical corridor find Waukegan's value proposition particularly strong given its proximity to those employers. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/il/waukegan*