Dee Savic Top Chicago Real Estate Agent, Baird & Warner

Dee Savic Top Chicago Real Estate Agent, Baird & Warner Whether you're a seasoned buyer, a first-time seller, or somewhere in between, I'm here to make your real estate journey smooth, enjoyable, and successful.

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Feeling like you’ve outgrown your condo, but not quite ready to deal with the headache of a single-family home?I hear th...
09/25/2026

Feeling like you’ve outgrown your condo, but not quite ready to deal with the headache of a single-family home?

I hear this exact dilemma from my clients in Irving Park and Horner Park constantly. You want that extra room for a home office or a guest space, but the jump to a full house feels like a massive financial and maintenance leap you aren't ready to take.

That’s why duplexes are becoming the secret weapon for my buyers. They offer the sprawling footprint of a house without the constant struggle of lawn care and roof repairs.

🏠 The "house-sized" living experience for a condo price.
⚖️ Why I help my clients choose between 'Up' or 'Down' layouts.
🔑 A sneak peek at a massive 2,500 sq. ft. unit hitting the market near Horner Park.

Check out the full breakdown and see if this is your next move:

What a duplex condo is, why Chicago buyers love the space, duplex up vs. duplex down, and a first look at a 2,500 sq ft duplex near Horner Park.

Received one of those “We’ll buy your house for cash” letters in your mailbox lately? 📬I know the pitch: No showings. No...
09/24/2026

Received one of those “We’ll buy your house for cash” letters in your mailbox lately? 📬

I know the pitch: No showings. No repairs. Fast closing. It sounds like a dream, especially if you’re stressed about moving.

But before you sign anything, there is a math equation that every Chicago seller needs to run first. Convenience has a price tag, and you should know exactly what it is before you hand over the keys.

I just published a new article on how to compare a direct cash offer against the traditional open market, so you can look at the actual net number—not just the initial offer price.

Don't make a decision until you see the math.

👇 Read the breakdown here:
https://deesavic.com/blog/cash-home-buyers-chicago

Thinking about a cash offer on your Chicago home? Learn how to compare a cash offer to a listed sale, line by line, before you sign anything.

Uptown is one of those Chicago neighborhoods that looks easy on a map but can feel like three different cities once you’...
09/24/2026

Uptown is one of those Chicago neighborhoods that looks easy on a map but can feel like three different cities once you’re on the ground. 🏙️

The vibe, the housing, and even the pace can change from one block to the next. If you’re trying to figure out if it fits your life, it’s hard to know where to start.

I just published a new breakdown of the 2026 Uptown market to help you cut through the confusion. I’m covering the different neighborhood "pockets," transportation, and exactly what I’d tell a buyer to watch out for before they sign anything.

If Uptown is on your shortlist, read this first so you can look with confidence.

👇 The full guide is right here:
https://deesavic.com/blog/living-in-uptown-chicago

Living in Uptown Chicago in 2026: the lake, the Red Line, the homes, and why Uptown condos are selling above their original list price.

If you are thinking about moving to Chicago, Wicker Park is one of the neighborhoods you need to understand.The six corn...
09/03/2026

If you are thinking about moving to Chicago, Wicker Park is one of the neighborhoods you need to understand.

The six corners where North, Damen, and Milwaukee meet. Myopic Books. Wormhole Coffee. The Violet Hour. Big Star. The 606 trail above the street. Greystones and vintage two-flats on tree-lined side streets. One of the most walkable, alive, independently-spirited neighborhoods in the entire city - and still one of the most competitive to buy in.

Only 12 condos for sale when I pulled the data. One-bedrooms around $359,000, two-bedrooms around $581,000. Median market time about seven days.

But the thing Zillow cannot show you is that one block changes everything here. Right on Milwaukee you have the energy. One block off, you have a quiet street and the same walkability.

I walked the whole neighborhood on camera to show you where it shifts and what each part actually feels like. Full guide and video below.

What living in Wicker Park Chicago is really like - real MLS prices, the Blue Line, Division Street, the 606, and the one-block rule that changes everything.

Chicago North Side home prices just hit a record - $500,000 median in Q2 2026. But here is the number that actually expl...
09/02/2026

Chicago North Side home prices just hit a record - $500,000 median in Q2 2026.

But here is the number that actually explains why: Five years ago there were 3,697 homes for sale across nine North Side neighborhoods. Today: 1,125. Only 90 of those are single-family homes. Three price records in one quarter. Fewer homes sold than last year. Average days to contract dropped from 50 to 38. Prices are up because there is nothing to buy.

That is the whole story. What does this mean for you? It depends entirely on the neighborhood, property type, and price point you are actually shopping. North Center attached homes were up 15.2% this quarter. Edgewater attached homes were down 5.2%. Same quarter. Same side of the city.

I broke down the full Q2 data by neighborhood and property type - and what it means whether you are buying or selling. Link below.
https://deesavic.com/blog/chicago-north-side-home-prices-record-2026

North Side Chicago home prices hit a record $500,000 in Q2 2026 while inventory fell 22.8%. Here is what the numbers mean for buyers and sellers.

"Everyone is leaving Chicago" - you have probably heard this. Here is what the 2026 data actually shows. Chicago's popul...
08/30/2026

"Everyone is leaving Chicago" - you have probably heard this.

Here is what the 2026 data actually shows. Chicago's population is 2,731,585 as of July 2025. That is UP for the third year in a row. Growth slowed a lot in the most recent year. Illinois does lose more residents to other states than it gains.

Both things are true. But also true: The number 1 source of people moving INTO Illinois last year was Texas. California was number 2. The number 1 destination for people LEAVING Illinois was Indiana - not Florida. And while Chicago's population grew by only 5,253 people last year, my buyers were competing against 20 offers on a single North Side home. Population and housing markets are not the same thing.

I broke down the full data - census figures, migration tables, the Indiana property tax comparison, and what it actually means if you are buying or selling in Chicago right now. Link below.
https://deesavic.com/blog/is-everyone-leaving-chicago

Chicago's population has grown three years running - but growth is slowing. Here is what the 2026 census and migration data mean if you are buying a home here.

Still waiting for mortgage rates to drop before you start your home search in Chicago? Here is what the data actually sh...
08/30/2026

Still waiting for mortgage rates to drop before you start your home search in Chicago? Here is what the data actually shows. The 30-year fixed rate averaged 6.65% the week of August 20. A year ago? 6.58%. Rates have barely moved. What HAS moved: inventory and prices. Chicago has only 2.8 months of available supply. About half of homes are selling above asking price. The median sale price is up 7.4% year-over-year.

A buyer who waited one year for rate relief ended up paying roughly $31,800 more for the same median-priced Chicago home - while the rate they were waiting for actually moved slightly higher. The better question is not "should I wait for rates to drop?" The better question is: if the right home came on the market today, would you be ready to act?

I broke down exactly what this market means for buyers and sellers right now. Link below.
https://deesavic.com/blog/chicago-mortgage-rates-inventory-2026

Mortgage rates have barely moved all year in Chicago. The 30-year fixed is at 6.65%. The real variable deciding buyer outcomes right now is inventory - and Chicago has 2.8 months of supply.

How does your Chicago property tax bill actually get calculated? Most homeowners don't know - and it costs them. Here is...
08/26/2026

How does your Chicago property tax bill actually get calculated?

Most homeowners don't know - and it costs them. Here is the short version: Your assessed value (set by Cook County at 10% of what they think your home is worth) × The state equalizer (set by Illinois - you can't change this) - Your exemptions (Homeowner, Senior, etc. - this is where most people leave money on the table) × The local tax rate (set by schools, parks, the city, and 559 other government bodies) = Your tax bill Two of those four things you can actually influence. Two you cannot.

I put together a full plain-language guide that explains each one, shows a real dollar example, and includes a glossary of every term on your bill.

Link below.
https://deesavic.com/blog/how-chicago-property-taxes-work

How do Chicago property taxes actually work? Assessment, equalizer, levy, exemptions - and only two of those four are where you can move the number. A plain-language guide from a 24-year Chicago agent.

Why did your Chicago property taxes go up? Here is the 30-year answer. A Cook County Treasurer study released earlier th...
08/24/2026

Why did your Chicago property taxes go up? Here is the 30-year answer. A Cook County Treasurer study released earlier this year found that property taxes in Cook County grew 182% between 1995 and 2024. Inflation grew 91% over the same period. Wages grew 161%.

The biggest driver was NOT your home's value going up. It was levy growth - the amount local governments decided to collect each year. Here is what drove it: 📈 School district levies: up 189% since 1995 📈 TIF district taxes: up 1,000% since 1995 📈 Total county levy: from $6.8 billion to $19.2 billion Your assessment affects your share of the total.

But the total keeps growing because 562 local government bodies keep increasing what they ask for - and loopholes in the state's tax limitation law let them do it.

I put together the full explainer with a chart showing exactly where the money went - link below.
https://deesavic.com/blog/why-did-my-chicago-property-taxes-go-up-the-30-year-answer

Cook County property taxes grew 182% between 1995 and 2024 - double the rate of inflation. Here is the 30-year answer to why your Chicago property tax bill keeps rising.

Rogers Park and Edgewater homeowners - you have until September 1 to appeal your property tax assessment. That is 8 days...
08/23/2026

Rogers Park and Edgewater homeowners - you have until September 1 to appeal your property tax assessment. That is 8 days.

Here is what you need to know:
📅 Filing deadline: September 1
📋 Evidence deadline: September 11
💰 Cost to file: FREE
⏱ Time it takes: About 15 minutes online at cookcountyboardofreview.com

You do NOT need an attorney. You do NOT need to hire anyone. You just need to go online and file before the deadline. Who should consider it? If your bill went up significantly this year, if comparable homes in your building or on your block sold for less than your assessed value implies, or if your property has condition issues that are not reflected in the assessment - it is worth filing.

The Cook County Board of Review processed a record 290,533 appeals last year. This is something a lot of your neighbors are already doing.

I wrote a quick guide on exactly what to do - link below.
https://deesavic.com/blog/rogers-park-and-edgewater-your-property-tax-appeal-window-closes-september-1

If you own property in Rogers Park Township - which covers Rogers Park and Edgewater - your Board of Review appeal window is open now and closes September 1, 2026. Evidence is due September 11.

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