Melanie Carlson

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Melanie Carlson Group
Broker
Mobile: 630.885.2209 Office: 773.472.0200
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Melanie is a seasoned real estate consultant at @properties Christie's International Real Estate and is consistently recognized as a Top Producer by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®*. Her keen understanding of the real estate market and extensive knowledge of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods allows Melanie to provide clients with an elevated level of service. Melanie's attention to detail, trustworthiness, and personable demeanor have enabled her to establish a successful real estate career, with 800+ transactions to date*. She treats each deal with the highest level of care and commitment and imparts continuous accessibility to each client. Melanie uses cutting-edge technology and supportive @properties Christie's International Real Estate's tools to be a trusted advisor and resource to her clients.

In addition to selling to local Chicagoans, Melanie has also found a niche dealing with domestic and international relocation clients. Melanie and her team provide luxury relocation services for buyers, sellers, and renters alike. Neighborhood expertise includes (but is not limited to) The West Loop, Loop, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lakeview, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Logan Square, River North, Streeterville, Lake Shore East, Gold Coast, South Loop and Lincoln Square. 

Buying or selling a home is not only a business transaction but an emotional experience which is something Melanie thoroughly appreciates, and her clients are quickly comforted to realize she understands all the factors at play. Melanie works diligently to guide each client through both the emotional and transactional aspects of each deal and always keeps her client's best interests in mind. She provides honest feedback and assured counsel- but also makes sure there is some fun had along the way!

In 2011, Melanie received a bachelor's degree in Choral Music Education from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. After graduation, she started her professional career in teaching before establishing herself in real estate. Melanie also prioritizes giving back to her local community, including serving on the @gives back board for 8 years, 3 of which she served as President.

Melanie grew up in the west Chicago suburbs and currently resides in the West Loop. She enjoys traveling, cycling, reading, and trying out new restaurants in all corners of the city. She recently utilized her passion for interior design while completing a year-long renovation of her condo in which she sourced pieces from all over the world to create the modern/classic design of her dreams! Her favorite way to start and end the day is with her beloved rescue dogs, Harley and Willow.

"To give real service, you must add something which cannot be bought or measured by money, and that is sincerity and integrity"- Douglas Adams

 

*Sources: Chicago Association of REALTORS® and MRED, LLC, based on closed sales data, 01/2007-current


Clients are saying:

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This is the 2nd home we have purchased with Melanie. Where to begin? Professional, knowledgeable, easy to deal with, FANTASTIC communication, forthcoming, and just an overall joy to be around. There were multiple homes that my wife and I were trying to find the positives in during this crazy market... read more
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Melanie did an amazing job helping me find great places to live in the area. I’ve worked with her a couple times already to look for apartment leases and buying my first home, and honestly I’ve loved it so far! She’s very friendly, knows about the market, and she’s very responsive whenever I needed... read more
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Provided by Zillow
Melanie is a phenomenal broker who helped us successfully navigate a very competitive housing market to land our dream home. Her enthusiasm, dedication, thoroughness, and thoughtfulness carried us through a number of multiple offer situations. She also helped us to sell our current home for over ask... read more

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