Claudio is the best. Can't say enough good things about him. He always puts his clients first, and has best interests in mind. He is knowledgable, patient, honest and always keeps you informed as things progress. Buy/selling a home is one of the largest financial decisions you will ever make. You need someone like Claudio guiding you through the process. He does business with integrity, and goes above and beyond to make sure his clients are comfortable with their decisions and get the best. Highly recommend read more

I was in the process of finding an apartment after living with my parent, and I had zero knowledge about renting. Claudio was incredibly patient and took the time to explain every aspect of the process without making me feel rushed or pressured into an uninformed decision. He was always honest when I asked for his opinion, which I truly appreciated . One of the things I valued most was how quick he was with responses to my messages and questions--something that was really important to me in a realtor. I was looking for someone highly responsive, patient, and knowledgeable, and I'm so glad Claudio was there to support me during this huge transition in my life. If you're looking for a fantastic realtor, I highly recommend him! read more

If I could give Claudio Varo from Varo Real Estate more than 5 stars, I would in a heartbeat. Working with Claudio has been one of the best experiences we've ever had, not just in real estate but with any professional, period.We were helping my parents find a condo, and in today's limited market, that's not easy. But Claudio made the entire process feel effortless. He showed us around a dozen properties, and every single time, he was patient, professional, and genuinely caring. He didn't just open doors; he walked us through every detail, pointed out things most agents would miss, and gave honest, thoughtful advice. He even saved us from a few total disasters along the way.What really makes Claudio special is his honesty and integrity. It's SO clear that he's not just trying to make a sale. He truly wants his clients to find the right home. Since my parents weren't in a rush, he literally told us, "Don't buy something just to buy it, wait for the right one." That alone says everything about the kind of person and realtor he is.He also goes above and beyond when it comes to communication. Claudio was always there for us, no matter what time it was. There were nights when we'd text him at 11 PM and mornings when we'd message at 7 AM, and without fail, he always responded right away. He always answered my calls, and I never once had to wait or wonder if I'd hear back. That kind of responsiveness and dedication is almost unheard of these days, and it meant the world to us.My mom, who attended every single showing, said it best: "You couldn't have picked a better realtor." She constantly mentioned how much she appreciated his patience, kindness, and honesty, and she's genuinely so thankful for everything he did. Claudio treated us like family, not clients, and that's something we'll never forget.If you're looking for a realtor who's professional, honest, patient, and truly dedicated to your best interests, someone who will show up, answer every text, every call, and genuinely care about finding what's right for you -- Claudio is your guy.Thank you, Claudio, for your honesty, your time, your patience, and your heart. You've set the bar impossibly high for every realtor out there. read more

This review is late but also an update!. Raluca has found me two great apartments two years in a row most recently very soon after I reached back out with a high stress email about needing to move asap due to nonrenewal due to sale on my previous unit. Raluca responded almost immediately and made me feel at ease from day 1. Highly suggest using them for finding an apartment in the city. I sent in my budget and my "nonnegotiables" and had long list of apartments to look at within a few days. Once we had a spot I liked she knew which other units i wouldn't care for and the process moved very quickly from there. Claudio took us around to all of our showings as well which is so helpful since parking can be hard in the city. When I eventually will looking to buy a place I will 100% be using them for that as well. 10/10 would recommend. :] read more

Posts the same message in several Facebook groups even if they don't have any listings available that matches criteria. Spammer. Edit thanks to the reply; "We do not control how many people ask for the same thing in one or more Facebook groups." Is a poor excuse for spamming. They can absolutely control who they reply to and ensure they are only posting their listings when there is an appropriate match. Instead they just spam their website even when there is nothing available according to the person's specifications. Spammer. Spammer. Spammer. read more

Great experience with Claudio. He was honest and gave us great feedback with every home we saw. He helped along the way with our brokerage and attorney questions even though he didn't have to. He was super knowledgeable about what to look for and/or avoid when buying a home. He assisted us with purchasing our first home and I wouldn't have asked for a better first experience. Highly recommend. read more

I continue to be amazed by Claudio's expertise, patience and care! He has yet again helped me secure a quality tenant for one of my several apartments in Lincoln Square. He continued to exude professionalism and attentiveness to a complex process. He was timely in his responses and was able to answer all my questions. He has an amazing work ethic and I will continue to engage Claudio for future tenant needs. I highly recommend Varo Real Estate and their agents! read more

There are several things I appreciated while on the months long journey to find and buy perfect house: Claudio is very knowledgeable and observant, not just about real estate, but about houses in general. I never felt like he was pressuring me into something, more so - he always gave me his honest opinion, and we kept looking. He will point things out to you that are pro's and con's. He is calm, cool and collected - which helps tremendously during the stressful buying period time. While you may think you will go crazy, he will be there to calm you down. Claudio is always on time, very honest and very patient. He is also fun and full of stories. It's been a pleasure to work with him and we are finally in the most amazing home! read more

In every step of the apartment finding process, Raluca was there and went above and beyond in our search. The entirety of the service, from the first email to handing the keys, was filled with nothing but quick responses, helpful suggestions, and friendly service. Despite not being from the area, Raluca navigated us through the process and helped us find a place within budget. The entire experience was truly exceptional, Raluca was incredibly helpful and honest about the apartments we were interested in. I am beyond satisfied with the service and help from Raluca. read more

I waited long enough to remove any stored emotions/thoughts from the whole process but even over two weeks after the whole process, I am still in awe of the service we received from Claudio. I accidentally ran into Claudio through Lyft and found out Claudio is a full-time real estate broker. I had asked him to help me and my boyfriend find an apartment and he was on top of it! I have lived in the city for as long as I am an adult and usually have no problems finding an apartment through different channels... but it was different this time around. The market was so competitive and apartments were being taken even without actual showings! What I liked about Claudio is that his business values (integrity) truly aligned with mine - he was a true advocate for us and very honest from beginning to end. He essentially got us at least seven (7) showings in two business days and at least one application a day. We signed a lease and moved into our apartment in a span of a week and a half! The apartment he found us fits us so well and met 98% of our criteria - that is rare as we usually have to make sacrifices when renting... it's almost as if I hired a very good friend to scout apartments for me. When the time comes and I am ready to own, I will be going back to Claudio! read more

No questions asked... The best realtor in Chicago! Throughout the apartment hunting process Claudio was genuinely concerned with my needs. He was honest when I was looking for something unrealistic and made sure I had all the information necessary to make decisions. I never felt pressured throughout the difficult process of finding an apartment in downtown Chicago. I had lots of requests and questions and Claudio made the process as easy as possible. He is very well versed in the neighborhoods and local amenities. Honesty is the best policy and while it is often difficult to find someone willing to work endlessly until your needs are met, Claudio is your guy! read more

Claudio is by far the best real estate broker I have ever worked with. As someone who is new to Chicago and did not really know what to expect, he was extremely helpful in helping me find an apartment. My girlfriend and I were relocating to Chicago and had set up a few days in town to find a home. Claudio responded immediately to our inquiries, and after we told him what we were looking for, sent us new listings daily. When the time came to view the properties, he set up the viewings to show us the maximum number of apartments in our limited time. What impressed us above all was that he truly seemed to have our best interests at heart. Each time we arrived at a new unit, Claudio offered us his honest opinion about the apartment, whether it was worth the asking price and whether it seemed like a good fit for us. Claudio took it upon himself to ask the listing agents and landlords questions that we would never have thought to ask. He was also extremely knowledgeable and was able to offer unique insights on the design and quality of each property we visited. I have no reservations recommending Claudio to anyone who is looking to rent or buy property in the Chicago area. read more

This review is long overdue. I was in search of apartments around the August-September timeframe. If you know anything about Chicago this is the busiest time of the year and toughest to find an apartment. I reached out to several apartment agents to assist me with my search. I had no luck, no one called me back or wasn't quick to respond to my messages. I decided to search for assistance and with the help of Yelp that's when I saw all of the great reviews for Varo Real Estate. I decided to take my chances and reach out to the agency. I left a message and the very next day a gentleman by the name of Claudio called me. He was very pleasant and listened to all of my needs "wish list" of everything I wanted in an apartment. Claudio would then send me listings everyday of all of the apartment listings according to my criteria (price range, location). The apartment listings that Claudio found were great but he thought it maybe best to come into his office, meet, and view the apartments together. That way he could fully understand my needs. This was a great idea! That day we went through over 90+ apartments and we narrowed down the list of places I wanted to see in person. We ended up looking at three apartments and I found the apartment for me. Claudio made sure from start to finish that the lease looked good, he called me and walked through the lease before I signed it, he talked with the apartment agency about getting my keys to me in time, and list of other things( the list goes on but for sake of space) I have never been more pleased with the service that Claudio provided. He went above and beyond to make sure I had the apartment of my dreams and made sure that the apartment rental agency provided me with everything that I needed before moving in. I will definitely be using Varo Real Estate for my next move whether that be an apartment or house. This is one of the best if not the BEST real estate agents in Chicago. Thanks again Claudio!!! read more

I'm moving to Chicago for school and needed a decently priced apartment that's not too far from my school and the basic necessities. After being overwhelmed with the real estate options, I turned to a friend whom had moved to Chicago from my hometown. She gave me some helpful tips about areas of interest and what to avoid. But the best suggestion she gave me was to go through her realtor, Claudio Varo. She indicated that he was by far the best and, best of all, Free. Being a perpetual student and immersed in student loans, I couldn't turn it down. Claudio is incredibly attentive and hardworking. I've never been more pleased by someone's work ethic and willingness to help regardless of the problem or situation. I filled out an application for a unit within a day (Of course, time was of the essence with school starting in mid-August). Overall, asking Claudio for help was one of the best decisions I've made. read more

Choosing Claudio as our realtor to help us buy our second home was one of the first and best decisions my new husband and I made together. Claudio is very professional, easy (and fun!) to work with and he really understands the market, especially in Chicago area. One of my favorite things I loved about working with Claudio is that he made buying every house learning experience ( we bought our first one with him as well). He took the time to explain everything to us. When we made our first offer on the house, he sat down with us and explained every single document we signed so it was clear to us what we were signing. He is very thorough, we never felt rushed and he made sure ALL our questions were answered. We never felt pressured into buying a home which is something I half expected a realtor to do. In fact, he would recommend against putting in offers and hold out for something better which we did and now we are in our new home and couldn't be happier! I always felt like he gave us honest advice and that we could trust him. He is someone who I would definitely use again, when the time comes. I highly recommend him, he is very honest, patient and tenacious! read more

Claudio was great in helping myself and 4 roommates find a home to call our own. He was very patient in looking at houses with us, coming from Chicago to the suburbs. He was very responsive to any and all e-mails and phone calls that I sent to him, always responding the same day. I definitely know finding a 4-5 bedroom home in our price range was a daunting task but I'm happy with the home he's found for us. He would regularly show us 2-3 houses whenever we asked him to take a look at some. When we found the one we finally settled with he was with us the whole way from applying to actually checking in with us after the move to make sure everything went okay. I'd recommend Claudio to any of my friends and family on the sure fact that Claudio will be the one to find you a home that you love. read more

Claudio was fantastic to work with! He was incredibly honest during the apartment hunting process and helpful when showing units. He set up showings quickly and when it was time to sign for an apartment, he responded to all questions in a timely manner. Highly recommend working with him! read more

If I had to pick three words to describe Claudio, they would be honest, dependable and tenacious. I was introduced to Claudio Varo by a friend when I needed to move from NYC to Chicago for a new job. As you can imagine, my case was difficult since I needed to find in apartment in very short timeframe and could not be in Chicago to physically look at apartments. From day one, Claudio was more helpful and accommodating than any realtor I've ever known. He asked detailed questions about what I was looking for and sent me listings that fit my requirements each day. Not once did he stray from my budget or expectations. Since I had to do my apartment search remotely, he took extra photos and videos of every listing that I was interested in as well as the building and surrounding neighborhood. When I needed to change course midway through my search, he did so without missing a beat. He also promptly responded to every question or concern I had and took the time explain his answers. Claudio Varo is not only a professional in the utmost sense of the word, but he is a joy to work with. He goes above and beyond for his clients and truly has a passion for his profession. I highly recommend him. read more

Claudio is probably the most honest, helpful, and patient real estate person I have ever dealt with. I found Claudio via Twitter when I had posted about the daunting task of moving from small town, Indiana to Chicago. Claudio was patient with us working with our schedule. He also asked lots of questions regarding desires, locations, and budget and always stuck to what we asked, even when we changed our minds. My boyfriend and I were not the easiest clients to deal with and Claudio stuck with us, and we finally got a lease on a great unit in a cute neighborhood with all the features we wanted in our budget. When our lease is up in a year and we start looking to rent another unit or to buy, I am sure we will be contacting him again. read more

Claudio is an expert in Chicago real estate. I was thoroughly impressed with his ability to relate to me as a young renter. He gave me all the necessary tools to help look at different spaces. He also was 100% honest on what he thought was great and value and what was not. I will not look for anything in Chicago without him. read more

We recently bought our first house having Claudio as our real estate agent. Claudio was very patient with us even after we've seen several houses that didn't work out, he made the whole process extremely smooth by being on our side anytime we had any questions or concerns, answering the phone calls and proving valuable insight. But what we appreciated the most was his honesty. We will strongly recommend you to all our friends. Excellent job Claudio! read more

Raluca was amazing. My roommate and I moved to the city from out of state and she found us an apartment within a week and even facetimed us as she toured the different options. Responded to all our questions, call, and emails very fast as well as checking in after we had moved in. 100% would recommend. read more

This was my first experience looking at apartments. It was 100% perfect! Claudio was so helpful and honest. Always there to help you from start to finish. We had some problems with the landlord, and Claudio made sure it was fixed. There is no way I would want to use anyone else! When my girlfriend and I are back on the market, we will be sure to use Claudio. read more

I highly recommend Claudio Varo. He is attentive, professional and gives honest feedback. He knows what you want and sends good options that meet your needs and requirements. Looking for a new place is stressful enough but having someone like Claudio on your side really makes the whole process much easier! read more

Claudio is as good as it gets when it comes to dealing with residential real estate transactions in Chicago. My situation was not a typical one; I am actually a former Chicago resident and had to sell two income properties in the city while I was out of town, and Claudio was able to handle both transactions with ease. The properties were tenant occupied and I needed to close both within 30 days with cash buyer(s) only. Claudio gladly took on the task was able to exceed all my expectations. Communicative, trustworthy, and detail oriented, he always executes on his promises and strives to deliver his best work for his clients. Claudio consistently kept me posted on the latest information on my deals and was always reachable with a quick response time. If you want someone who can work on your transactions with ease and tackle any challenges for a smooth closing, please do not hesitate to reach out to Varo Real Estate. read more

Very helpful and attentive to our concerns and questions. Raluca was very nice and helpful when my roommate and I were looking for apartments. I recommend it. read more

Ive been a landlord for 18yrs. I came across last year that i had 4 units vacant at the same time. I met Claudio and he handled every little thing on getting all four units rentals. He was always available and very professional. He was very reliable and made this process very smoothly for me. I would definitely use him in the future. read more

Claudio went above and beyond in helping me find my first apartment in Chicago. Not only did he use his personal car to drive my dad and me to listings, he also gave us tours of the local neighborhoods and pointed out landmarks so I could get my newcomer bearings. When touring, he had background information on all the properties we saw including renovation information and inside intel. He stuck precisely to my budget and always responded within an hour or less to my emails- even on non-business days! I know that I'll definitely be using his services again in the future. I'll recommend all my househunting friends to Claudio! read more

I have been lucky enough to find real estate broker Claudio Varo through the Internet. I signed a lease today for a rental apartment using his excellent knowledge and experience. For instance, in determining if a basement apartment had sustained flooding in the past. He could tell from the condition of the wood floors that there had been no water damage since the floor had been installed and could tell the floor had been present for quite some time. Claudio was an advocate for me and my roommate and was invaluable in locating a prime rental property in my price range. He was thorough in making sure the lease was correct, he found a mistake that was very important and made sure it was corrected. Claudio is knowledgable, experienced responsive, and in my opinion, highly ethical. read more

I've been working with Claudio over the past couple years, and he has been absolutely wonderful to work with! He sends me quality properties, lots of different options, and is very timely with responding and scheduling showings. I've also referred Claudio to my friends, and he has been able to find great places for them too. I highly recommend working with Claudio for rentals or buying/selling! read more

Claudio is the best! Period! I have his help on finding a rental in the summer, which is like the hottest time for Chicago area, to make it more difficult, I'm frequent traveler who's not in the area most of the time. However, Claudio has his magic!!! He went through all the listings, made appointments with them back to back, and within 4 hours of efforts, I found my perfect dream place!! One thing I particularly liked about Claudio is he's very honest, he shares his true opinions about places.He didn't just promote places he has shown me, he actually tells me in details what he likes, what he concerns about the place, so I can have a second and expert opinion when I make decisions. read more

Claudio's impeccable service level throughout the process of securing a rental home in the Chicago area while living out of state was invaluable. He took care of every detail while thoroughly communicating and responding in a very timely manner. I cannot recommend him highly enough. read more

Claudio could not have been any better during our apartment search. From beginning to very end he was extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and helpful. He listened to exactly what we wanted and delivered many great apartment options. Through conversations it is easy to tell how insightful he is in real estate and how much he cares for both the business and his customers. He was extremely efficient with all of his interactions with us and very quick to schedule apartment viewings when we found ones of interest. Even after signing our lease he made sure to follow up to make sure we were happy and offer assistance with any issues we were facing. I would without a doubt recommend Claudio to assist with any home/apartment rentals and purchases (and already have!) and definitely plan to work with him further in the future! read more

Claudio was hands down the best help I had in searching for a place in Chicago. After searching on my own and going with other agents to apartments that did not fit my specifications, Claudio came through to help by providing me a personalized link to a webpage that listed ONLY apartments that fit my needs. It was so convenient. He also helped me through the application process. I love my apartment and I'm a few days away from signing a lease for a second year here! read more

Claudio helped my husband and me find a wonderful apartment in September of 2012. He was very conscientious about addressing our needs and wants and didn't show us anything that didn't accommodate those needs and wants. He is congenial, patient, has lots of knowledge about the Chicago rental market and is just an all-around nice guy and genuinely decent human being. I highly recommend him and the next time we're in the market for an apartment, I'll definitely be working with Claudio! He's the greatest!! read more

Cannot say enough great things about working with Claudio! He was patient with us as all three of us girls were trying to find an apartment with different wants and needs. Nicest and easiest person to work with, couldn't have asked for anyone better! We will be using him again! read more

Moving to Chicago from Sydney, Australia was in itself a daunting challenge. Whilst my company support with temporary accommodation, I had a few weeks to find and move into a new apartment. From the first interactions with Claudio, he appeased my concerns that there will be a property that would be suitable for me. I had the opportunity to review all my options before even leaving Australia. He had sound knowledge and insight to not only the Chicago property section but any questions I had on renting in a new country. One action packed Saturday afternoon later (assisted by his wonderful business partner and wife) and I will be moving into my new rental apartment early next week! One huge stress completely off my shoulders. I would recommend Claudio Varo whole heartedly to anyone that is looking for property - renting or buying! read more

Being my first house purchase, i did not know anything about buying a home but Claudio guided me through the whole process. He is very attentive to detail and listens to what you are looking for. He is very knowledgable in every aspect of selling or buying a house and if he does not know something he will find it out for you. It was a pleasure working with him and his team. It was the best house buying experience anybody could have asked for. Thank you Claudio!! read more

When it comes to buying your first property/rent/sell can not find anyone better in Chicago area!

If you're even thinking about moving, before you start the search on your own, you should give Claudio a call. He helped my boyfriend and I find the perfect apartment for us within a full week of knowing him. He asked me what were our wants and wishes in an apartment, and even though I gave him a long list, he managed to find a place with every single thing we wanted and under our budget! Claudio is so patient and genuine.I appreciated that he made sure to respond back to me as quickly as he could if I texted or emailed him. He's not a Realtor that pushes you to apply for the first thing you see just so he can receive the commission, he wants to make sure you are comfortable. Claudio made our apartment search ten times easier and faster than it would have been if we did it by ourselves. I appreciate everything he did for us and will definitely be keeping his contact information if we ever need to rent again and especially when we are ready to purchase! read more