Sara Varner

Galesburg IL

Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

525 Closed Sales

$61.6M Total Value

$41K - $575K Price Range

$117.2K Average Price

Prior 5 years

About Sara

With over a decade of experience in Illinois real estate, I specialize in helping commercial buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their goals. My extensive market knowledge and client-first approach ensures strategic solutions for office, industrial, retail, and other commercial properties. Whether you're acquiring or selling, let me guide you through the complexities of today's real estate landscape.

Home Types: House, MultiFamily, Lot/Land, Commercial, Manufactured

Years of Experience: 12

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals
Total Deals	96
Total Value	$14,020,250
Average Sale Price	$146,044
Price Range	$8K - $550K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	34
Total Value	$4,626,850
Average Sale Price	$136,084
Price Range	$3K - $294K

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	168
Total Value	$21,858,907
Average Sale Price	$130,113
Price Range	$8K - $550K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	58
Total Value	$7,303,050
Average Sale Price	$125,915
Price Range	$3K - $294K

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	400
Total Value	$45,568,949
Average Sale Price	$113,922
Price Range	$4K - $550K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	125
Total Value	$15,981,700
Average Sale Price	$127,854
Price Range	$3K - $575K

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Sara is Experienced In

Wardcliffe

1 Sale
North Peoria

1 Sale

Sara's Recent Active Listings

$129,900
- 6 Beds
- 2,880 Sq Ft
591 Clark St

Galesburg, IL
Attention investors! Opportunity awaits with this side-by-side brick duplex offering immediate income potential and room to grow. One unit is currently rented for $950 per month while the second is ready for its next chapter whether that's a new tenant or an owner-occupant. Rich original woodwork, hardwood floors, five-panel doors, decorative columns, and stunning staircases showcase the

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$219,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,124 Sq Ft
1715 Meadow Lark Dr

Galesburg, IL
Welcome home to this 4 bed, 2 full bath split level home nestled in the desirable Birdland neighborhood. Upon entering, the upper level showcases a modern open concept layout connecting the living and dining areas creating a space perfect for both gathering & entertaining. A stylish woodburning fireplace serves as the focal point in the living room while the kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$215,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,560 Sq Ft
2297 Catherine St

Galesburg, IL
Nestled under the trees on a beautiful street in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods, this 3 bed, 2 bath ranch home is full of potential and ready to be brought back to life. Behind the front door is a spacious floor plan just waiting for the right buyer to unlock its beauty. The home features both formal & informal dining spaces that flow into a sunken living room showcasing a

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$99,900
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 864 Sq Ft
201 S Olin

Altona, IL
Recently remodeled and affordable 2 bed, 1.5 bath ranch situated on a spacious double corner lot in the desirable ROWVA School District! A welcoming open concept layout presents an inviting living room showcasing a cozy woodburning fireplace flowing into the informal dining area perfect for entertaining. The efficient kitchen is a great place for cooking with a casual breakfast bar and adequate

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$44,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,128 Sq Ft
1057 S Pearl St

Galesburg, IL
Ready for its next chapter, this character-filled home is waiting for the right buyer to bring it back to its former glory. The main floor offers spacious living and dining areas, a convenient bedroom, a full bathroom, and a sizable kitchen creating an ideal canvas for transformation. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms with lots of storage and a second full bathroom offering ample

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$129,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,402 Sq Ft
782 Monroe St

Galesburg, IL
This 3 bed, 2 bath home offers classic character with room to make it your own. A bold formal entry creates an immediate first impression, showcasing original woodwork and a striking staircase. Spacious living and dining spaces are filled with natural light from multiple windows with distinctive trim and the living room even has a stunning fireplace. The true showstopper is the beautifully

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$6,000
- Land
- 0.65 Acre
- $9,231 per Acre
Lot 54 & 55 Country Club Estates Subdivision

Galesburg, IL
Buildable residential lot located in a tucked-away subdivision on the edge of town. The secluded neighborhood features mostly newer homes with public water/sewer and other utilities available. Bring your creative plans and design the home you’ve been envisioning from the ground up. Not sure where to start? Listing agent can help with that, too! Additional lots are also available to purchase.

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$6,000
- Land
- 0.65 Acre
- $9,231 per Acre
Lot 50 & 51 Country Club Estates Subdivision

Galesburg, IL
Buildable residential lot located in a tucked-away subdivision on the edge of town. The secluded neighborhood features mostly newer homes with public water/sewer and other utilities available. Bring your creative plans and design the home you’ve been envisioning from the ground up. Not sure where to start? Listing agent can help with that, too! Additional lots are also available to purchase.

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$8,000
- Land
- 0.75 Acre
- $10,667 per Acre
Lot 63 & 64 Country Club Estates Subdivision

Galesburg, IL
Buildable residential lot located in a tucked-away subdivision on the edge of town. The secluded neighborhood features mostly newer homes with public water/sewer and other utilities available. Bring your creative plans and design the home you’ve been envisioning from the ground up. Not sure where to start? Listing agent can help with that, too! Additional lots are also available to purchase.

Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

Recently Sold

$227,000

Sold Jun 12, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,034 Sq Ft
1538 Oriole Dr

Galesburg, IL
- 3% Above List
- $112/SF
- 67 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $216K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$187,000

Sold Jun 3, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,248 Sq Ft
114 E Franklin St

Henderson, IL
- 2% Below List
- $150/SF
- 20 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $185K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$145,000

Sold Jun 2, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,174 Sq Ft
1820 Bluebird Dr

Galesburg, IL
- 12% Above List
- $67/SF
- 4 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $136K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$45,000

Sold Jun 2, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,008 Sq Ft
484 Lawrence Ave

Galesburg, IL
- 25% Below List
- $45/SF
- 28 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $66K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$99,900

Sold May 29, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,136 Sq Ft
452 Jefferson St

Galesburg, IL
- $47/SF
- 4 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $143K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$175,000

Sold May 28, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,963 Sq Ft
516 E South St

Knoxville, IL
- 3% Below List
- $89/SF
- 10 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $176K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$60,000

Sold May 27, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,746 Sq Ft
604 N Walnut St

Abingdon, IL
- $34/SF
- 24 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $63K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$75,000

Sold May 22, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 594 Sq Ft
1519 Florence Ave

Galesburg, IL
- $126/SF
- 4 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $73K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

$140,000

Sold May 22, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,491 Sq Ft
212 Academy St

Cameron, IL
- 7% Below List
- $94/SF
- 7 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $147K
Sara Varner Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

Awards and Designations

I have ranked top 10 in MLS every year since 2017.
I started my own brokerage in 2020. My firm has ranked top 2 in sides/volume in West Central MLS every year since 2020.
Ranked among the top 1.5% of 1.4 million real estate professionals in the US every year since 2017 by Real Trends: America's Best Real Estate Professionals. Currently, I ranked #9 in sides in the state of IL and #149 in sides in the nation for 2024.
NAR - National Association of Realtors

Other Experience

Distressed Properties, First Time Home Buyers, Foreclosures, Investments, Luxury Homes, Military Families, Property Management, Senior Communities, Veteran Programs

Agent License: Illinois #471020643

Sara Varner

(309) 315-3139

Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC

(309) 315-3139

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Sara Varner

About Sara

Transaction History

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Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

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Neighborhoods Sara is Experienced In

Sara's Listings and Deals

Sara's Recent Active Listings

Recently Sold

Awards and Designations

Other Experience