Busby Group | Chicago
Chicago is our specialty, and where our team continues to expand its reach and impact. Across Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods, from Bucktown, where our office is located, to the Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, West Town, River North, and the South Loop, we help clients navigate the city’s dynamic, neighborhood-driven market with clarity and confidence. This page highlights our recent sales, market data, neighborhood insights, and curated articles that reflect what is shaping real estate across Chicago. Whether you are buying, selling, investing, or evaluating timing, we provide hyper-local expertise paired with a broader market perspective so you can make informed decisions in every cycle.
Industry Leading Results
$1 BILLION+
Total Sales
$2.1M
Median Sales Value
50% Buyers/
50% Sellers
102%
Sales-to-List Price*
20% Off-Market
Transactions*
Real Trends
Top 10 Team in Chicago**
Chicagoland’s Only
SportStar Relocation Team
“In a city defined by diversity of housing and lifestyle, a specialized strategy is not optional. It is essential.”
Why Chicago Requires Specialized Strategy
Chicago is not one market. It is 77 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own pricing patterns, buyer demographics, housing stock, and absorption trends. Strategy in Bucktown is not the same as strategy in the Gold Coast. Lincoln Park behaves differently than the South Loop. Even block-to-block variations can materially impact value.
Successful representation in Chicago requires:
Hyper-local pricing based on true neighborhood comparables, not citywide averages
Understanding architectural nuances, from historic greystones to modern new construction
Positioning properties relative to competing inventory within the same micro-market
Broker-to-broker relationships that drive qualified showings
Timing strategy aligned with seasonal demand patterns
Chicago buyers are informed, selective, and neighborhood-focused. Sellers benefit from measured positioning, strong preparation, and disciplined execution.
The Busby Group Difference
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Chicago is a relationship-driven market. Over decades, we have built strong connections with top-producing brokers, attorneys, lenders, and repeat clients across the city’s 77 neighborhoods. Our reputation creates trust before a listing even hits the market.
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Every Chicago neighborhood requires a tailored approach. We combine professional photography, floor plans, video, strategic digital campaigns, and direct broker outreach to ensure your property reaches the right audience at the right time.
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Our team brings over 100 years of combined real estate experience. We pair hyper-local comparable data, absorption trends, and neighborhood timing insights with seasoned judgment to position properties strategically from day one.
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From property preparation to closing coordination, our concierge and operations teams manage the details so you do not have to. Our structured process ensures clear communication, organized timelines, and a smooth experience throughout the transaction.
Award-Winning Real Estate Team
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Julie Busby
Founder, Realtor®
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Barb Steinhauser
Director of Luxury Realtor®
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Pamela Moran
Selling Partner, Realtor®
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Susan Panozzo
Selling Partner, Realtor®
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Maggie Yandel
Selling Partner, Realtor®
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Riley Garant
Selling Partner, Realtor®
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Adriana Bahena
Selling Partner, Realtor®
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Roslyn Parayo
Selling Partner, Realtor®
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Lindsey Rivollier
Selling Partner, Realtor®
Full-Service In-House Concierge
Designed from the ground up to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.
Enjoy a seamless real estate experience with comprehensive support from seasoned professionals. The goal? A soft landing into your next chapter.
Exceptional Results
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“Julie and her team are nothing short of amazing – I wish they did more than real estate, because working with her is a dream. Julie’s attention to detail, personal and individual care, knowledge and sheer expertise is unmatched. She is a leader in her field.”
Lolita A
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“We have had the pleasure of working with Busby Group three times now, and we simply can’t imagine working with a different broker. When buying, they were instrumental in helping locate the perfect home. When they represented us as sellers, she obtained an outcome far beyond what we thought was even possible…”
Megan & Charlie K
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“It was a pleasure to work with Julie – she is a true expert, easy to get along with, and always puts her clients first. Most of all, she has an AMAZING team. Everyone who I worked with at the Busby Group shared Julie's high expectations and helped make it a great experience.”
Melissa S
Live Market Data
Access real-time market insights for Chicago’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Review current inventory, market time, and average prices for homes across the Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, the North Shore, and beyond. Visit our full market data page for neighborhood-specific data and multi-units. Let us know if there’s one you’d like to see added.
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Sales Highlights
Discover our past sales across Chicago’s neighborhoods. From lakefront residences in the Gold Coast and single-family homes in Bucktown, our past sales portfolio reflects the breadth and caliber of properties we represent. Explore the full collection on our dedicated past sales site.
Articles
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In the News
Our Founder, Julie, is a regular contributor, commentator and industry expert for numerous top publications including Forbes, Realtor.com and Crain’s. She is also publishes a regular column in top real estate industry publication, Inman.