RealTrends Ranked Me Among Chicago’s Leading Real Estate Agents

by Christy Alwin

My Awards and Accomplishments

In 2025, I earned recognition as a RealTrends top agent in 2025 by both volume and by sides — meaning total transactions closed — for the Chicago metro area. I'm a Principal Agent with Redfin and hold President's Club status. I've been a real esate agent since 2004, giving me 22 years in the industry, including 11 at Redfin.

Over my career I've closed 755 homes totaling $236 million in sales volume. I grew up in Wheaton, have lived in Aurora and Naperville, and now live in St. Charles. I serve clients across the western suburbs including Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, and St. Charles, among others.

How Volume and Experience Build Trust

Closing 755 career transactions across multiple western suburbs requires a detailed understanding of each community. In the Chicago metro, where the median home price sits at $393,614 and 41.5% of homes sell above asking, I draw on years of experience, including flipping homes and running my own brokerage, to help clients price right and close efficiently.

My Largest Transactions

Five of my top transactions by sale price include 3449 Dover Hill Ct, St Charles for $1,175,000 (2020), 2 Crenshaw Ct, Bolingbrook for $1,125,000 (2024), 102 E Adelia St, Elmhurst for $1,106,000 (2025), 22W672 Elmwood Dr, Glen Ellyn for $1,000,000 (2025), and 528 W Belden Ave, Elmhurst for $938,000 (2022).

Why I Love Being a Real Estate Agent

I have experience in every aspect of the home-selling process and negotiate fiercely in my clients' favor. As a former brokerage owner, I know exactly which improvements and cost-effective preparations will maximize a home's value. My team and Redfin's technology give me the tools to be the best advocate possible.

How to Work with Me

Find my profile on Redfin to book a consultation and learn more about how I can help you buy or sell a home.

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