Broker Associate · RE/MAX Suburban · Libertyville, IL

Best Realtor in Libertyville, IL – Liz Turnbaugh-Federman

Expert Libertyville Real Estate Agent & Broker Associate | The Leslie McDonnell Team at RE/MAX Suburban | Serving Lake County Buyers, Sellers & Investors

Liz Turnbaugh-Federman is a Broker Associate with The Leslie McDonnell Team at RE/MAX Suburban in Libertyville, Illinois — and a true product of the community she serves. A lifelong Lake County resident, Liz brings over 23 years of executive sales and marketing experience to every real estate transaction, giving her clients an unmatched edge in negotiation and problem-solving throughout Libertyville, Vernon Hills, Gurnee, Mundelein, and the surrounding communities.

What sets Liz apart is her remarkable track record: she achieved a list-to-sale price ratio of over 121% — a standout achievement that reflects her pricing precision and ability to generate maximum value for her sellers. Her buyers benefit equally from her analytical approach, patience, and encyclopedic knowledge of Lake County neighborhoods and market conditions.

A Record of Excellence

Libertyville's Trusted Expert. Proven Results.

"Liz is an absolutely exceptional realtor. Her knowledge of the Libertyville market is unmatched, and her negotiation skills got us significantly over asking. She was available every step of the way and made the entire process feel effortless."

— Seller, Libertyville, IL

Rooted in Lake County. Focused on You.

Deep Local Roots. Powerful Local Network.

Liz's connection to Libertyville goes far beyond her license. Her family owns two beloved local businesses — The Board Room restaurant and My Charcuterie catering company — giving her an unmatched network of community contacts and an authentic understanding of what makes Libertyville such a special place to live. When clients work with Liz, they gain access to a broker who knows this community from the inside out.

Liz specializes in first-time homebuyers navigating the Libertyville market, sellers looking to maximize their home's value, and investors seeking the right long- or short-term rental property in Lake County. Her warm, high-touch communication style means clients always feel informed, supported, and never pressured.

As a member of The Leslie McDonnell Team — #1 in Lake County and ranked among the Top 200 U.S. Real Estate Teams by The Wall Street Journal with over $3.5 billion in career sales — Liz brings individual attention backed by a full-team infrastructure: transaction coordinators, marketing specialists, and systems built for a seamless experience from first showing to final closing.

Serving Lake County & Chicago's North Shore

Libertyville  ·  Vernon Hills  ·  Gurnee  ·  Mundelein  ·  Waukegan  ·  Lake Forest  ·  Lincolnshire  ·  Lake Bluff & surrounding communities

What Clients Say

Real Reviews from Real Clients

"Liz's passion for real estate is evident through her excellent communication and warm, friendly approach. She worked tirelessly on our behalf and the results spoke for themselves — sold above asking in days."

— Seller, Libertyville, IL

"As first-time buyers we were nervous, but Liz made every step clear and manageable. She never made us feel rushed and always had our best interests in mind. We found the perfect home and couldn't be happier."

— First-Time Buyer, Lake County, IL