I was referred to Alexandra Vanella from a person that worked with her in the past, I truly wish I…read moremet her a month ago before my deadline out of my hotel. After our introductions Alexandra provided efficient and fast service that I did not get from the other 4 agents I was working with trying to move here to Chicago. I did tell her i was running out of time and needed to move within the next week, the quality of options and the variety if options was exactly what I needed to see as I was getting stressed with the whole "moving in the summer to Chicago". She was very transparent and when we were dealing with difficult realtors she was not hesitant on reaching out for me to find out what the hold up was on their end to really get me in a place that I was interested in. Alexandra would send me morning texts to check on statuses if I was getting emails replied and getting in touch with the home owners. She did a really amazing job delegating my stress and communication with everyone I needed to all the way until i was officially moved in. At times I felt i was probably annoying her and I apologized for being antsy and she told me that everything was ok and that there was no need for me to apologize. Her goal was set to get me through this process as smooth as she can make it for me.. I will be sending all my friends her way and i will not use another agent as long as I live here in chicago!

One of the worst experiences . This place is absolutely not kid-friendly, and the way they treated…read morethat man discriminatory and completely unacceptable. No one should leave a place feeling targeted, disrespected, or judged because of their identity or background. False accusations and reports can ruin lives. We have seen around the world, including in America, how dangerous prejudice and unfair claims can become when people are judged without evidence. This is a serious issue that should never be ignored. I would strongly warn families and anyone considering visiting to think carefully. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and fairness.

Let me tell you a story. Once upon a time, my wife got a job in Chicago. She had 2 weeks to find a…read moreplace to rent that was close to her future work location. I started looking for agents on the internet. You would think that being one of the top-5 biggest cities in the US, Chicago is an easy city to find an agent in. WRONG! Every agent I called turned out to be a either a douchebag who "did not do rentals" or an asshole who "had nothing in my price range". After a few hours of looking for an agent, I was convinced that I will end up having to rely on outdated Trulia data and take my chances with open houses during our 1-day house-hunting trip. I ended up cursing at myself, Chicago, and all its real-estate agents and did what I typically do when I want to cool down: filled a bowl with plain yoghurt and took it to my bed to eat in peace. After devouring the first spoon of plain yoghurt, I came across Stephen's number on Yelp. I was pessimistic, but that one spoon had un-pissed me enough to give another agent a chance, so, I said, what the heck, I'll call this one too. Now, this was a cold depressing Sunday afternoon, so, nothing could really cheer me up and I wasn't expecting anyone to answer anyways. Still I called anyways. He answered the phone asking me the exact kind of questions I was expecting "how close do you want to be to the loop?", "how do you feel about spending $100 more to get a place that's closer". He then took time to explain to me how real-estate market works in Chicago (it is VERY different than Boston and San Francisco!). We exchanged emails and he put us through the smoothest apartment-hunting experience anyone in continental US has experienced.

Had an awesome experience working with Steve at Missirlian Properties! He had contacts at every…read moreproperty and ensured I was totally happy with my new place. Will definitely be working with him in the future.

Khala Bridges is the real deal. Patient, professional, and genuinely cares…read more I will be honest. I was a difficult client. Khala showed me multiple places, I went and looked at options through other channels, and at one point she probably thought I had moved on entirely. She never made me feel bad about it, never pressured me, and stayed professional and kind throughout. When I was ready to commit, she came through immediately. I just signed a lease for me and my son, and I could not be happier. This is exactly what I needed and Khala made it happen. If you are apartment hunting in Chicago, especially in the South Loop, ask for Khala Bridges. She will take care of you. And Cassie, thank you for building a company with people like her on your team. It is rare. 10 out of 10. I will recommend to everyone I know. Best, Christian S

Carlos Cruz is absolutely amazing. He is super down to earth, straight to the point, and completely…read morehonest. These are by far the best qualities I can think of when working with an agent. After our consultation, he made a very good list of apartments, all of which were exactly as described. After discussion and touring, we ultimately made our decision. Highly recommend using him!

I never write reviews, but I had such a wonderful experience working with Cassandra Kleinshmidt…read morethat I had to share. I was looking for an apartment for my 20 year old son in downtown Chicago, near his college. We live in Southern California which made researching neighborhoods and finding available units close to school, in our price range even more challenging. I literally spent weeks going thru Apartments.com, Zillow, Craigslist, Domu, all of them! Only to be frustrated by unreturned calls or missing out on prospective apartments as they went so fast and we were not physically present in Chicago. I inquired about an apartment on HotSpot Apartment Rentals, and Cassandra got back to me immediately. She suggested a phone call to find out more about we were looking for and spent at least a half an hour chatting with me about my son, his school, our budget and what we were looking for. She sent me a video of a fantastic apartment that was not on any of the lists I had seen and was only a 3 minute walk from my son's school. A huge plus during a Chicago winter! She advised me on many other great units to look at as well, but we ultimately went with the first place she showed us which was perfect. Cassandra has such an understanding of each Chicago area and wonderful relationships with so many of the great buildings, she even helped us thru the leasing process with our new landlords. I could not recommend her more and only wish I would have found her sooner, would have saved me so much time! And we could not have found a better home for our son. So grateful to Cassandra, call her!

I was in a panic to find an apartment, and I just so happened to stumble upon Jennifer Day, who is…read morepart of the HotSpot Apartment team! Out of all brokers I've spoken to before, Jennifer was one of the most helpful and nicest that I've met. She sent me a list of apartments that fit my criteria and even found me a deal that is unheard of in downtown Chicago. I was able to tour immediately the next day, and she was accommodating of my changing schedule. Highly recommend working with her/ and her team if you're trying to find an apartment to rent in Chicago!

As first-time homebuyers, we were naturally nervous about the process, but Lance made it an…read moreabsolute breeze. From our first meeting, he was incredibly patient and took the time to explain the end-to-end process in detail, ensuring we knew exactly what to expect and when. What we appreciated most was how he truly listened to our 'wants vs. needs' and remained extremely attentive throughout the entire search. He wasn't just trying to make a sale; he consistently gave his honest, expert opinion on every home we toured. If you want a realtor who is transparent, knowledgeable, and genuinely has your best interests at heart, look no further than Lance!

Lauren did a great job guiding through the process of finding an apartment! Most importantly, she…read morewent above and beyond and would often make tour requests and answer my questions outside of work hours, putting 100% effort in at all times!

Dropping by to say that Ting is absolutely phenomenal! As a licensed real estate broker who also…read moremanages properties, she goes above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly for tenants. From our very first viewing through the application process, her communication has been timely, clear, and incredibly helpful. She consistently provides answers and guidance for every question we've had. She makes sure our home is comfortable, safe, and fully functional--whether it's minor new-build items like an ice machine or a window adjustment, or keeping us updated on maintenance and mail matters. Her friendly, professional demeanor makes every interaction a pleasure, and she ensures our property feels cared for and works as it should, creating a seamless and worry-free living experience. She really has gone above and beyond for us and it's really appreciated. We've had several property managers in the past, but I can confidently say she is the best!!! We are so grateful for her support, dedication, and expertise, and anyone lucky enough to work with her will be in excellent hands. Thanks Ting!!!

Put in a maintenance request and no response after a dumb question and 4 days. They cannot get me…read moreanyone from the maintenance department nor their supervisor. They just promise an answer then ghost. Fuck these guys. Chicago property management SUCKS. Buy that stuff.

I was in a desperate situation last month after being turned down by other places and finding out…read moreat the last minute that I needed to move into a permanent home within two and a half weeks. It was very difficult at first to locate a place because my son is disabled and I needed a building with an elevator in a certain area. I contacted Caryn and Dave at Apartment Solutions in Naperville, Illinois. They stepped up immediately and fought so hard for me. I cannot say enough good things about this team! Dave really pushed incredibly hard to make sure everything went through. Thanks to their absolute dedication, they came through in less than two weeks with a beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental complete with elevator and garage parking. If you need a team that will truly go to bat for you when the pressure is on or you are looking for a team to help you find housing with dedication to your specific needs, look no further than Apartment Solutions! You guys are truly Awesome!!! Linda Young

Contacted once for initial intake and then never heard from them again. Disappointed because I was…read morereally hoping they would help!

I've been working with Jane Ehlert for several years now, and she continues to exceed my…read moreexpectations every time. Most recently, she helped me secure amazing new tenants in just one weekend! Jane provided great recommendations on what to fix and update to get faster results, and she was right on point. She's incredibly professional, responsive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I trust her judgment completely and truly appreciate her dedication. If you're looking for someone who knows the market and gets results quickly, Jane is the one!

No. I drove 2 hours, cleaned, etc. the Broker Judy did not even show. Do not use them. She never…read morecalled. Just stood me up. Cindy referred her to me.

If you're searching for a real estate team that combines deep expertise with genuine care, look no…read morefurther than Vesta. My experience working with Joe Nicastro and the entire team during the purchase of my first home was nothing short of exceptional. As a first-time homebuyer, I had countless questions and moments of uncertainty, but Joe navigated every step with patience, clarity, and confidence. He is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also truly invested in his clients' success. The entire Vesta team operated with professionalism and precision, keeping me informed, prepared, and supported from start to finish. Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but with Vesta, I felt empowered and protected throughout the process. I am deeply grateful for their partnership and cannot recommend them enough.

Julia was a dream to work with. We were moving back to Chicago from out of state and were concerned…read moreabout having logistical issues when booking viewings and going through paperwork. All those concerns were for not because Julia was responsive, an advocate for our preferences/choices, made sure we could jam pack our viewings during our short trip to Chicago, and helped us with our inspection and final walkthrough. The rest of the Vesta team was also extremely helpful and responsive. We are so grateful to Julia and the Vesta team for all of their hard work. Highly recommend.

I recently sold a condominium in Chicago. What made the listing and sale difficult was that I don't…read morelive in Chicago. I live in Los Angeles. Tiffany and her team made the process painless. She offered expert guidance in pricing the listing and negotiating with buyers. Tiffany and her team were prompt, professional, detailed and made sure the process went without a glitch. I have purchased and sold many properties before and have a lot of experience with agents and brokers. Tiffany's team is first class. They will go beyond to help complete the purchase at the best price possible. If ever I am doing a real estate transaction in the Chicago area, I would use their team over and over again.

We are looking for a agent to rent an apartment and I cannot say if Tiffany is any good at finding…read moreapartments, but I can say she cannot return calls well. So we went with another sgent.