Client Reviews
What My Clients Say
A 5.0-star rating on every site where clients review me, with more than 280 reviews in total from sellers and buyers across Naperville, Aurora, Lisle and the western suburbs.
Ratings Everywhere
5.0 Stars Across Every Review Site
Review counts as of October 2026. Click any site to read every review in full. Some sites, like FastExpert, also show reviews first posted on Zillow.
5.0 stars · 101 reviews
Experience.com
5.0 stars · 94 reviews
5.0 stars · 58 reviews
5.0 stars · 100% recommend
5.0 stars · 5 reviews
Yelp
5.0 stars · 3 reviews
5.0 stars · 87 reviews
From Sellers
What Sellers Say About Working With Me
Recent reviews from clients who sold with me, from Zillow. Shortened in places; read them in full on my Zillow profile.
Sold in Aurora
“Selling our home in Aurora, IL could have been stressful, but Jake made the entire process smooth, straightforward, and even enjoyable… Thanks to his strategy and expertise, we not only sold our home quickly but also got the best possible value.”
Bought and sold a townhouse, Aurora · March 2026
Sold in Fox Valley, Aurora
“He was also a true advocate for us during negotiations, helping us receive a great price in just days of putting our house on the market!”
Sold a single-family home, Aurora · October 2025
Sold in Glen Ellyn
“After a five-month home sitting period and switching agents, Jake was able to secure an offer within three weeks… Jake is transparent and honest.”
Sold a single-family home, Glen Ellyn · October 2025
Sold for a Parent
“We used Jake to sell my elderly mother’s home. He was so kind and patient with making sure she understood everything… He helped us through out the whole process.”
Caroline S. · Sold a single-family home, Glendale Heights · May 2026
Sold While Traveling
“I was traveling during the process, and he went above and beyond to make sure everything was seamless.”
Sold a townhouse, Aurora · May 2026
Two Sales and a Purchase
“I have worked with Jake for the sale of two homes and the purchase of another, and we wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again.”
Bought and sold, West Chicago · June 2026
What Clients Mention Most
Knowledgeable, Attentive, Responsive
On Zillow, clients most often describe me as knowledgeable (58 reviews), attentive (58), friendly (37), responsive (32) and a good negotiator (31). Those are the things I work hardest at. See the 229 sales behind these reviews
From Buyers
What Buyers Say
First Home in Aurora
“Jake was responsive, and made the process of purchasing my first home stress free!”
Sabrina S. · Bought in Fox Valley, Aurora · July 2026
A Realtor Who Listens
“If you are looking for a realtor who truly listens and champions your vision, I highly recommend Jake!”
Michael F. · Bought in Fox Valley, Aurora · May 2026
Found the Forever Home
“In this sellers market… Jake assured us along the way that our home was out there and he would help us find it. He did.”
Bought in Schaumburg · May 2026
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Reviews are quoted from my Zillow profile and shortened where marked. Reviewer names are shortened or left off for privacy. Ratings and counts are as shown on each site in October 2026. Jake Kilts, HomeSmart Realty Group.