Chicago's North Side & Near-Northwest Side
I'll tell you what a home is actually worth, whether now is the right time, and when a deal isn't worth doing. Even when it costs me the business.
How I work
Most of what goes wrong in a Chicago deal is predictable: the wrong price, the wrong partner, or falling for finishes over fundamentals. I'm built around avoiding those.
If the right list price is lower than you hoped, you'll hear it from me first. A price that makes you feel good this week can cost you months on the market.
I once recommended a list price a seller thought was too low. They listed higher with someone else. The home sold close to my original number.
Every client works with my own attorney, inspector, and lender. I picked them because they don't miss things, not because they're convenient.
A client once used their own attorney, who missed the deadline to extend the review period. They nearly had to close on a home they no longer wanted.
Paint and countertops can change. Location, structure, taxes, the association, and resale can't. That's where I spend my attention, and I'll tell you when to walk away.
Here's what I'd actually do: see a lot of homes, take your time deciding where, and be ready to move fast once the right one shows up.
Client reviews
Buyers, sellers, renters, and landlords, going back to 2014. These are from my Zillow profile, unedited apart from length.
His advice on preparing our property for sale was spot-on. One of Peter's greatest strengths is that he takes the time to explain the market, what buyers are looking for, and realistically how he believes your property will perform. In our experience, he was remarkably accurate! You never feel rushed or pressured.
“Peter works tirelessly to find the right home for his clients. He listens well, is thoughtful and patient, yet gets things done and doesn't miss a step.”
“Peter gave helpful guidance and was available when we needed him. He brought up considerations that we hadn't thought about.”
“Peter has helped me rent multiple rental units that I have. He has had a great track record on the tenants that he has brought in. No wasted time.”
“He was quick to respond and follow up and offer plenty of options that adjusted to our needs.”
Who I work with
I genuinely like the open-ended search, the buyer who knows they want to move but hasn't settled on where or what. Tell me where you are and we'll figure out the rest.
Pricing based on what's actually selling on your block, a plan for getting the home ready, and a clear read on every offer, including the ones that look better than they are.
Read the seller guide →Buying and selling at the same time takes sequencing. We'll work out whether to sell first, buy first, or line them up, based on your numbers and your nerves.
Talk it through →New to the city? I'll show you a lot of homes across a lot of neighborhoods until it's obvious where you belong, and tell you what each one is really like to live in.
Start the search →Renters, landlords, and investors get the same straight read. Plenty of my buyers started as renters, and I'm glad to help you get there.
Looking to rent? Start the rental questionnaire →Where I work
I've walked, shown, and sold in these neighborhoods for years. I know which blocks hold their value, which buildings have association problems, and what a fair price looks like on each.
Looking somewhere else in the city? Ask anyway. I work across Chicago, and if another agent knows an area better, I'll tell you.
Found one you like? Text me the address at 872-588-0505 and I'll tell you what I know about the building and the block before you go see it.
Free guide
What actually moves the price, what to fix and what to skip, and the timing question everyone asks. Written for sellers in Bucktown, Wicker Park, Logan Square, and nearby.
Download the guideAbout Peter
I've spent 15 years helping people buy, sell, and rent on Chicago's North Side. The job, as I see it, is to tell you the truth early enough for it to matter.
I've recommended list prices sellers didn't want to hear and offers other agents wouldn't touch, and more often than not the market has proven me right. I'm comfortable telling a client to walk away from a deal that isn't right, and I'd rather lose the business than tell you what you want to hear.
I work with move-up buyers, people relocating to Chicago, and owners deciding whether to sell now or wait. I'm patient with the process and direct with the advice. What I don't have much patience for is a deal with no real timeframe behind it.
Before real estate, I had a professional ballet career, dancing with the Joffrey Ballet, Lyric Opera, and other companies.
Contact
Buying, selling, or just wondering what your place is worth. Call, text, or email and you'll hear back from me, not an assistant.
