I have used chris johnson from generation realty for both my condo management company and to be my…read moresellers agent to sell my condo Chris is awesome. As a condo management company everything was taken care for. Rent, repairs, and at a lower rate then most companies. I had two prior management companies and they failed to meet the needs of the renters As my sellers agent chris did everything. I sold my two bedroom condo in Lincoln park within 45 days. We had multiple showings each week. He worked with the renters and made sure that the place was in show condition. Chris made sure it was show ready. He cleaned up, lit candles, aired out the baby and dog smells. He also found a lawyer for the sale and the closing was seem less Amazing communication, pleasant to work with, a fantastic experience. I wish he worked where I live now in Wisconsin.

We were tenants in a property managed by GenRealty. One of the key things that I expect in a…read moreproperty manager is responsiveness - to service requests and in interactions with the landlord. That did not always happen in a good way with the GenRealty team - they were, more often than not, slow to respond to our requests and, even when waiting on a response from the property owner, the team would not provide even perfunctory updates (e.g. "still waiting on update from owner. stay tuned. thanks for your patience"). Instead, they would go radio silent. They do not frequently answer their phone and prefer to have all their communications in written form, which can be frustrating when you just want to have a 5-minute check-in on open items. The owners of our particular unit tended not to accommodate our requests, and I think they tried to negotiate with them to meet our needs. Customer service and timeliness, while not legally required, are really important in property management. I think GenRealty did things because they were required to (e.g. legal compliance, the "rules"), but I think they struggled with the nice to haves (e.g. customer service, responsiveness, open communication). They have beautiful properties on offer and we LOVED the apartment we rented from them. But based on my what I like in a property manager, I would not recommend them.

I've rented in Chicago for over 10 years, and Hanging Out has been BY FARRRRRR my FAVORITE COMPANY…read moreTO WORK WITH! They are caring, friendly, accommodating, and fast responders! I can't speak to their other properties, but I LOVE MINE! Also, they just launched a subsidized wifi program and I'm saving so much money! In all, highly HIGHLY recommend! This is not some big corporation looking to squeeze every penny out of you, they truly care about their tenants! (They even gave us bottles of champagne for the holidays.. like how sweet!!)

Great two years renting from Hanging Out. Responsive and kind maintenance team. Would rent with…read morethem again.

After living at the Meltzer apartments for a few months now I can say I have had nothing but an…read moreamazing experience so far. The apartment itself is updated and very well kept. Any issues that may have arisen in these past months, including locking myself out of the apartment, property manager Ciddy and TJ have been very prompt at responding to and extremely helpful. Couldn't ask for better experience!

Meltzer is such a great company to rent through! I've lived in my meltzer building on Grove Avenue…read morefor 6 years now! Management is so wonderful and accommodating, rent price is good for all you're getting with your beautiful home, and everyone really goes above and beyond (from maintenance to management) to make sure you're comfortable and satisfied as a tenant. You're around a lot in the area as well-most places even walking distance from the property you're renting. Rent with Meltzer, you definitely won't regret it!

Working with Arlette Quiñones these past few months have been nothing short of amazing. We were…read morefirst time home buyers in Chicago and we had no idea on where to even start. From the first outreach to tour our first condo, I was immediately impressed by the timeliness of the response from Sam Shaffer at Chicago Properties Firm. He immedtiately connected us with Artette and I feel so lucky to be able to work so closely with her thse past few months. I can't speak highly enough of her and the team at Chi Properties. Her professionalism, honesty, integrity and hard work were very much appreciated and respected. She is very detailed, honest, and just so great to work with. From the first home she viewed with us, to the last, she remember every single detail of things we liked & disliked and as I sent her listing after listing until we found the one, she advised on before even going to the listing if we would like it or not. 10/10 experience with her and the team! When we decide to buy our next home, I will absolutely be using her and the team again as they made this process as seamless as possible.

(We worked with David DuFault - please note I posted this review on his individual Yelp page, but…read morewanted to make sure he got credit on the Chicago Properties site too.) I cannot rate David highly enough. He was our real estate agent last year as first-time home buyers also expecting our first baby. David was careful to explain every step of the process, and balanced perfectly the delicate line between supporting our decisions and preferences while giving us honest feedback about certain properties. He was incredibly responsive, always in-contact, and always found an answer for us when we reached out with questions. We never felt pressured to make a decision. Even when, earlier this year, we had an issue with our new Jefferson Park condo and needed consulting on our contract, he responded right away and went above and beyond to help us resolve it. David is also just a great, sweet guy. :) We are so incredibly happy with our first home, and we will definitely be contacting David when it comes time for us to make our next move!!

Moving from Philadelphia to Chicago is stressful enough, but moving in just one day after tenants…read moreof six years moved out added an extra layer. From the moment I expressed concerns to the property manager, Shawn, he immediately stepped in to help -- and that made all the difference. Shortly after, the landlord, Morrie, came to meet me in person. He took the time to walk through the unit with me, listen to what I needed, and ensure everything was handled quickly and thoroughly. His responsiveness and willingness to jump in personally really stood out. A huge compliment to the maintenance and cleaning team -- Hector, Marc, and Robert. They worked efficiently, were incredibly professional, and made sure everything was cleaned and prepared so I could settle in comfortably. And a special shout-out to DeAngelo, the Director of Maintenance and Facilities. He not only addressed every concern I had, but he also made me feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire process. His communication, follow-through, and kindness turned what could have been a stressful situation into a positive experience. The building itself is beautiful -- clean, secure, and in a great location. You can tell the team takes pride in maintaining the property. I'm grateful to have landed somewhere where the management truly cares. If you're looking for a place where the staff goes above and beyond, this is it.

I, Allonzo Murríel Perez, without reservation recommend Morrie Liebling and Central City…read moreManagement. As a tenant from September 2021 to December 2022 at the Lake Shore Drive property, I have experienced a well-run management company: they responded to phone calls and e-mails when I had questions and issues. In addition, they maintained a clean lobby and laundry room. If I end up back in Chicago , I would gladly rent a room from them again.

While my leasing venture did not work out with my potential roommate in Lakeview, and I ended up…read morejust resigning my lease where I live, I cannot say enough good things about Tim Tuckley at this agency. Dude is a saint. Put a lot of effort to let me tour on a weekend. He definitely wanted to get the commission. Nice chill mild mannered guy who overall understands most details of the properties he shows. May also have the halo effect working in his favor in a sales job like this (handsome chap). Definitely will work with Pioneer Realty again if I need to. They seem like they got their shit together compared to other agencies like "The Apartment Source", which mostly doesn't. Not to mention, while being a real estate or leasing agent is usually the job of an over eager shark trying to get you to sign stuff quick, Tim is a lot more subtle about that and genuinely informative. He did not come off too pushy in any way.

Terrible experience, changed the terms of rental agreement after I applied for the place so was…read morescammed out of the application fee.

Be Realty is such a wonderful business- they care deeply about their customers as individuals and…read morewill invest an astounding amount of time and energy making sure they are doing everything they can to meet your needs. Andrew is a great guy and crisscrossed the city with us until we found the perfect home on two occasions; each time he was always there for us, ready to meet us miles from his office during rush hour or log long hours on the weekend getting a feel for our options. When we decided to open a business, Mikus helped us find the idea location- he even helped us track down the owner of a building that wasn't for rent yet, which allowed us to lock in the perfect spot. Be Realty will make you feel like part of their family and I can't recommend them enough.

Andrew and his team is the best of the best!!! Andrew managed my rental property after I moved to…read moreanother state, and I am so blessed with this decision! Andrew is super knowledgeable, responsive and responsible, and kept the property in a great condition, so it is really a relief to me. There is nothing I need to worry about and I true him 100%. After I decided to sell the property, he sold it at a very good price and closed the deal within an incredible short period, which is amazing! I think the best part is, he and his team can take care of everything for you, from purchase to rent to sale. I will 100% go back to him if I have any property needs in the future

I lived in one of their units for 6 years and had nothing but good experiences. Highly recommend.read more

I scheduled two tours with Jim. First tour, he came 25 minutes late without any communication…read morebeforehand -- wasn't answering his phone or email. Upon touring the property, he apologized profusely and explained there was an emergency situation. I get it, life happens. The second tour, also with Jim, he agreed to meet me at the property directly after the first tour. Somehow, despite coming from the same exact location, he was 20 minutes late. I wouldn't trust this company to walk my dog, forget maintaining the essential services of my home. Other reviews online also reflect their complete lack of care and ineptitude -- the last thing you want, for instance, when your heater is broken in a Chicago winter. I would advise anyone to think twice when viewing a property listed by A. Saccone & Sons.