Tim Harrington

Managing Principal
Illinois Licensed Designated Managing Broker
Champaign

201 W Springfield Ave.
11th Floor
Champaign, IL 61820

Cell: (217) 369-0226
Office: (217) 403-3302
Fax: (217) 352-5513

Professional Profile

Tim Harrington is the Managing Principal of Coldwell Banker Commercial Devonshire Realty, where he has built a 44-year career in commercial real estate helping clients achieve their goals. A Champaign-Urbana native, Tim combines deep local knowledge with broad industry expertise to deliver long-term value across all types of transactions.

Recognized nationally with honors such as the Halter/Case Leadership award winner and was inducted into the Midwest RE Hall of Fame and multiple Circle of Distinction awards, Tim is known for his integrity, collaborative approach, and commitment to client success. Outside the office, he enjoys golf, travel, and spending time with family and friends.

Professional Experience/Education

  • 42+ years of Commercial Real Estate Experience
  • Business Administration Degree, University of Arizona, 1981
  • Commercial Brokerage Business from 1981 to Present
  • Illinois Licensed Real Estate Broker, 1981
  • Illinois Real Estate License, 1979

Memberships/Awards/Boards

  • Coldwell Banker Commercial Halter/Case Leadership Award (2016)
  • Midwest Real Estate News Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame Inductee (2016)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial National Advisory Board (2000-2005, 2014-2021)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial National Retail Group Member
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Platinum Circle of Distinction (2004, 2005, 2006)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Gold Circle of Distinction (2007, 2017)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Silver Circle of Distinction (2011, 2014, 2019)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Bronze Circle of Distinction (2008, 2009, 2015, 2016)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Mentor/Protégé Award of the Year (2006)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Top Illinois Producer (2007)
  • Coldwell Banker Commercial: Top Five Producer for Northern Region (2007)
  • CCAR (Champaign County Association of Realtors)
  • Champaign County Economic Development Corporation, Board of Directors (2000-2005)
  • ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers)
  • NAR (National Association of Realtors)
  • IAR (Illinois Association of Realtors)
  • Central Illinois Bank Board (2006-2008)
  • Commerce Bank Board of Advisers (2013-present)
  • Champaign Country Club Board of Directors (1997-1999)

Personal Profile

Tim is a native of Champaign-Urbana and over the years has fostered numerous contacts and resources beneficial to clients. Tim enjoys golf, travel, dining, home projects, entertainment events, and working out.

Testimonials

“Our joint venture with Tim Harrington and his team to create the Sterling Commons project in Peoria exceeded our expectations. With his guidance in the development, management, and leasing the center and is now a valuable asset in our portfolio compared to the vacant unproductive property prior to our partnership.”

-Robert Balzebre

“Tim Harrington and his team recently assisted me with the sale of several apartment projects in Champaign-Urbana.  He was well prepared, kept me informed and worked diligently to get both projects closed in a timely manner.”
-Dan Hamelberg