Marilyn Kohn has been a leading Re/Max Realtor in the Central Illinois market for over 38 years. She has been nationally ranked with ReMax LLC, and honored with their top awards. In 2022 Marilyn merged her Team with Wendy Kolbus a fellow Re/Max agent with over 30 years experience and a successful track record. Closing over 10,000 homes during that time means a lot of experience going to work for you! Marilyn and Wendys Team uses all State of the Art marketing via Internet, Social Media, Print and Networking. They are a very customer centric real estate experience that has a huge repeat and referral business from past clients. Marilyn covers all of Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford Counties. Visit us a marilyn kohn.com to view our marketing and our Team Profiles.
OTHER LANGUAGES
French
Community Involvement
Children's Miracle Network, Central Illinois Harvest
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Skiing, Scuba Diving, Reading
FAMILY
Married, 2 grown children
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Specialties
Sellers
Buyers
Residential Property
Commercial Property
Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Luxury, Relocation, new construction, Military in Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford Counties
Awards
2025
TOP AGENT
Peoria, IL
2025
TOP AGENT
Dunlap, IL
2025
TOP AGENT
East Peoria, IL
Other Awards
Re/Max Paramount of Excellence, Re/Max Lifetime Achievement,Re/Max Diamond Club, Circle of Legends, Hall of Fame, Luminary of Distinction Award
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FAQ
1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?
Work with an experienced agent. Make sure they explain the process so you understand all your options. Be careful if you are looking at a for sale by owner and request help from your realtor or an attorney.
2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?
Choose an experienced realtor and understand their marketing program. Today’s realtor should have a great internet presence, a team of professionals around them to give you the support and success you deserve.
3. What types of clients have you worked with?
We work with both experienced and 1st time sellers and buyers. We cover all price ranges from starter homes to luxury homes.
4. Describe a recent transaction you are fond of. How did it go?
We recently worked with another agent who had the buyer for one of our listings. At the last minute their loan was denied. We secured another lender for the other agent that was able to help her client. We will be closing this sale for our seller!
5. How did you get started in Real Estate?
40 years ago, I enjoyed my own 1st home purchase process. With a degree in marketing it seemed a good fit! It had been a rewarding and successful career!
6. Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?
I hold extra designations, Certified Residential Specialist, Seniors Real Estate Specialist, Graduate of the Realtors Institute, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Certified Distressed Property Expert. I attend 3-4 conferences and educational training each year for further education and idea exchanges.
Contact Information
Location
6811 N. Knoxville Ave.Peoria, IL, 61614
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Review for Member: Marilyn Kohn
August 7, 2019
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I knew exactly who I wanted to contact when I decided to list my home. The expertise is simply the best, bar none. Marilyn will absolutely serve her clients to the best of her ability with the utmost ...
Bex1958
Review for Member: Marilyn Kohn
August 2, 2019
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We can't say enough positive things about Marilyn and her team. The service level we received is second to none. Everything flowed smoothly from the get-go (signage, sales material, 3-D photography, ...
Annk59
Review for Member: Marilyn Kohn
July 16, 2019
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Great experience, worked with Melissa Fox, very professional and attentive to detail. She kept us updated during the process. We're happy we chose Melissa Fox/Marilyn Kohn Realty.
Sarahbohanan39
Review for Member: Marilyn Kohn
June 5, 2019
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i have had nothing but AWESOME help from this whole group! they have gone above and beyond what i expected. Very patiA<
Robertclarkjr9
Review for Member: Marilyn Kohn
May 8, 2019
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Our experience with Marilyn was great. She was knowledgeable and responsive to our questions and needs. We were out of town during most of the process, and she really helped us manage our property while ...