Wheaton, Illinois Jan 27, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - The Thornton Team at Keller Williams Premiere Properties, led by top-producing broker Michael Thornton, has been recognized by RealTrends Verified as the #1 real estate team in Wheaton, Illinois, ranking first in both transaction count and total sales volume based on verified performance data.

In addition to this distinction, The Thornton Team announced a record-breaking 2025, closing 70 transactions totaling $38 million in sales volume, marking the strongest year in the teams history and continued growth across Chicagos western suburbs.

This recognition places The Thornton Team among the top 1% of REALTORS® nationwide, reinforcing its reputation as one of the most trusted and high-performing real estate teams in DuPage County.

Proven Performance, Year After Year

Based on RealTrends Verified rankings, The Thornton Team earned the following distinctions:

• #1 real estate team in Wheaton by transaction sides and sales volume

• Top 1% of REALTORS® nationwide

• State and national rankings for both volume and sides

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Led by Michael Thornton, the team has helped more than 400 families buy and sell homes and surpassed $200 million in lifetime sales, averaging approximately $30$38 million annually across Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, St. Charles, Geneva, and surrounding communities.

Closing 2025 with our strongest year ever is a direct result of our clients trust and our teams commitment to doing things the right way, said Michael Thornton, Team Lead of The Thornton Team. Being named the top team in Wheaton while also growing our business responsibly is something were incredibly proud of.

Expanding the Team

As part of its continued growth, The Thornton Team also announced the addition of Tamryn Sanzeri as a new team member. Sanzeri brings a strong client-first mindset and will support buyers and sellers throughout the western suburbs, further strengthening the teams service capabilities as transaction volume continues to rise.

Our goal has always been sustainable growth that improves the client experience, Thornton added. Adding Tamryn allows us to continue delivering high-touch service while meeting increased demand.

Trusted by the Community

The Thornton Teams success is driven by long-term relationships, referrals, and consistent client satisfaction. The team is supported by more than 100 verified five-star reviews across Google, Zillow, and Realtor.com and brings experience across all segments of the market, including first-time buyers, relocations, investors, and luxury listings, with multiple recent transactions in the $1 million$2 million range.

As residents of Wheaton, Michael Thornton and his family are deeply connected to the community, reflecting the neighbor-first values that define the teams approach.