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Agent Andrea, Chicago, IL (2026)

08/05/2026

This is the kind of home you can feel has been truly loved.

The current owners have spent years thoughtfully improving it while preserving the Georgian character that makes it so special.

From the mirrored bow windows and Juliet balconies to the double doors leading out to the porch, there are details throughout the home that you simply do not see every day.

The primary suite is a standout, with a recently renovated bathroom, heated floors, a never-used soaking tub, a second washer and dryer, and custom dimmable lighting throughout the bedroom.

You’ll also find surround sound on the first floor and porch, dimmable lighting in all the right places, a finished basement with a half bath, and a beautifully built addition supported by steel beams and a full foundation.

Every nook and cranny was designed with intention, while still keeping the original style of the home at the center of it all.

The owners are only leaving because retirement is taking them to Florida, and now this home is ready for its next chapter.

There will be an open house THIS Friday, August 7th 🤩

DM me for the address, time, and full listing details 👍

07/29/2026

Chicago has a neighborhood for every version of city living.

You can’t really say there is an overall “best”, it’s about figuring out which one is best for YOU.

Those wanting...

🍸 a full social calendar
Wicker Park has great bars + live music, fun shopping, and easy Blue Line access. Logan Square adds its own great bars/restaurants + a little more breathing room.

🍽️ endless date night options
West Loop puts some of the city’s best-known restaurants and rooftops together. Old Town gives you Second City, neighborhood-y taverns, and calmer side streets still near the action.

🌳 city life with quieter pockets
Lincoln Square has local shops, community events, and a European main-street feel (I did a whole post on it!). North Center 🤫💎 offers residential blocks with restaurants and the Brown Line (best line!) nearby.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 a bit more space
Beverly is known for larger homes with unique architecture, and a strong neighborhood identity. Sauganash is a bit further out, but offers quiet streets and access to forest preserves.

🌮 art + food galore
Pilsen has PEAK Mexican restaurants + tons of murals and the National Museum of Mexican Art. Uptown also covers a lot of ground with food, classic music venues, and lake access.

🍺 outings with a good patio:
Ravenswood has Malt Row, indie businesses, and easy Brown Line stops. Avondale mixes breweries and restaurants, with convenient access to Logan Square.

🌊 easy lake access:
Edgewater has beaches, high-rises, and quieter residential streets. Hyde Park combines lakefront space, historic architecture, bookstores, and cultural institutions.

And yes, I left tons of other possibilities out - Instagram only gives me so much space! Shoot me a DM and we can talk through the neighborhoods that actually match your lifestyle.

Or Comment “GUIDE” and I’ll send you my ‘Chicago’s *Most Popular* Neighborhoods’ Guide - where I cover some of the neighborhoods above more in depth - as well as many others not mentioned here!

07/21/2026

If you need year-round sunshine, low taxes, or the idea snow sounds rough… you might want to keep scrolling 😅

But for the people who love the energy, the grit, the character of this city... Chicago is magic ✨

Here are a few things to think about if you’re considering making the move here:

🚗 Traffic Will Test Your Patience Rush hour isn’t just an hour 😵‍💫 and if there’s a Cubs game? Good luck. But once you learn how to navigate like a local (👋 hello side streets and CTA), it does get easier.

💸 Taxes & Rent Are No Joke The cost of living is real. Property taxes are high. But for many, it’s the tradeoff for living near world-class food, culture, and opportunity - all without New York or LA prices. And there are plenty of parks, museums, and great public transportation (despite what some might say). As far as world class cities go, it is pretty economical.

🚨 City Vibes Come with City Noise Trains, sirens, etc. Parking can be a brutal. If you want peace and quiet 24/7, this might not be the city for you. But if you love a city that’s alive, you’ll feel right at home. And there are many pockets in the city that do feel a bit more tucked away and peaceful!

🌆 It’s Not All Riverwalk and Rooftops Yes, the skyline’s iconic. But Chicago isn’t just the touristy areas and boujee restaurants. The true magic lives out in the neighborhoods with block parties, local spots, and people who actually say hi to their neighbors. You have to love that local side to really thrive here.

☁️ The Weather Is What They Say And finally the obvious, winter here will test you. Not so much the cold, but the length. But we get seasons - like actual fall leaves 🍁 and lakefront summers that make you forget the cold even happened.

So no, Chicago isn’t for everyone.

But if you’re into real neighborhoods, real people, and a city with a lot of heart… it just might be your kind of place. 🏙️ 
If we haven’t met - HI 🙋🏻‍♀️ my name is Andrea. I’m here to help you actualize your dreams, not sell you one.

Comment “GUIDE” and I’ll send you my ‘Chicago’s Most Popular Neighbhorhoods’ guide to help

07/15/2026

Chicago summers are incredible... until it is too hot for the lakefront, patio, or even a walk around the block

Maybe you need somewhere to work. Maybe you want to wander around somewhere beautiful. Maybe you just need strong air conditioning and a reason to leave your apartment 😅

When you need to get out of the house but don’t want to sit outside, save this list of free or low-cost indoor spots around the city.

📚 Chicago Public Libraries
I will never stop talking about how good our libraries are. The Winter Garden on the top floor of Harold Washington Library (in the video) is especially beautiful and my favorite place to get some work done.

🎨 Chicago Cultural Center
A downtown classic for a reason. There are rotating art exhibits, gorgeous architecture, clean restrooms, and the largest Tiffany glass dome in the world.

🏛️ Free Museum Days
A lot of Chicago museums offer free or discounted admission on select days, especially for Illinois residents. A CityKey can also unlock additional discounts, so message me if you want more info on that!

🏢 The Rookery
It is still a functioning office building, but you can walk into the lobby and take in the Frank Lloyd Wright details, light court, and some very cool staircases. A hidden gem in plain sight.

🇺🇸 Macy’s on State Street
The former Marshall Field’s building has so many preserved historic details. Head to the upper floors and it honestly feels kinda lost in time. The massive American flag hanging through the center of the building is also wild to see up close.

🛎️ Historic building + hotel lobby wandering
The Marquette Building, the Monadnock, and downtown hotel lobbies are all great places to cool off while admiring incredible architecture.

🛋️ RH Chicago
This one is different from the rest, but if you want to pretend you live in a $15M home for an afternoon, this is your spot 😂 I have spent a whole afternoon wandering around here. And there’s a beautiful restaurant on the ground floor.

I’m Andrea, a Chicago real estate agent who can help you find a home and figure out where to go once you live here.

Follow along for more Chicago tips, and send me a DM if a move

07/08/2026

On paper, two homes can both be in River North or Near North Side.

But the day-to-day can feel completely different.

“I want to live in River North” is only the starting point.

Because the block matters.

The parking situation matters.

So does the traffic pattern, the noise, the closest grocery store🔑, the walk to the Brown Line, the restaurants nearby, the dog-walking route, the side streets, and whether you’re near a little green space like Washington Square Park (where this video was taken!) or closer to the middle of the action.

Chicago is very much a micro-location city.

River North / Near North Side is a great example.

One pocket can feel lively, social, and nonstop with restaurants, nightlife, the Riverwalk, galleries, and people out at all hours.

And a few blocks away you can be near Washington Square Park, walking past historic buildings, quieter side streets, neighborhood coffee shops, and kinda forget you’re basically downtown.

Same general area.

Very different day-to-day life.

And this is exactly why buying in Chicago isn’t just about picking the neighborhood name you’ve heard the most.

It’s about understanding how you actually want to live.

Do you want to walk to dinner in 5 minutes?
Do you care more about parking or being close to the CTA?
Do you want quiet at night or do you like being near the energy?
Are you planning around a dog, a commute, a favorite grocery store, your gym, or your go-to coffee spot?

The right neighborhood gets you close.

But the right block is what makes it actually feel like home.

And that’s where having someone who knows Chicago beyond the search filters really matters 🏙️

If you’re thinking about buying or moving within Chicago, shoot me a DM! Or comment “SEARCH” and I’ll send over some collections of active listings, to start doing a little window shopping and see what prices are these days!

I’ll personally follow up as well 💜

06/30/2026

This easily could’ve been one of those ideas that never left the group chat 🫠

One of my best friends sent me a sewing class she found in West Town, and since I’m already a huge hobby person (knitting, crochet, cross stitch… if I can make it, I’m interested 😅), I was immediately intrigued.

She had already done all the research and sent me the link. I figured if I didn’t book it right then, I’d probably keep saying “one day” until it sold out… so I registered.

Turns out she felt the exact same way. She told me she probably would’ve kept putting it off if I hadn’t booked first. Moral of the story? Sometimes you just need someone to pull the trigger with you.

The class itself completely exceeded my expectations. Anastasia created such a fun, welcoming space, and every week we learned a new technique before turning it into a project we actually got to take home. My favorites were making pleats and darts!

One of the smartest things she did was give us a binder to keep notes and sewing samples in, so I actually remember what I learned after class. She also has YouTube tutorials for everything.

Since finishing the class, I’ve already hemmed pants that had been sitting in my closet forever, repaired clothes I’d been meaning to fix for years, and finally started using the sewing machine my future mother-in-law gave me.

Honestly, the weekly class became something I looked forward to just as much for the sewing as I did for getting to spend time with one of my best friends 💛

If you’ve been thinking about taking a class, trying a new hobby, or doing something that’s been sitting in the group chat for months… this is your sign.

Just book the thing. Future you will be so glad you did!

And if you’re looking for a sewing class in Chicago, I can’t recommend Sew Anastasia enough. 🫶

06/23/2026

We are OFFICIALLY 2 days in to summer in Chicago 🤩

If you haven’t had a rooftop cocktail or watched the sun set over the skyline yet… now’s the time!!🍹☀️

Here are some of my favorite Chicago rooftops, starting with the obvious one:

☁️ Cindy’s Rooftop – Loop $$$
The rooftop everyone thinks of (and for good reason). Overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan, the views are pretty hard to beat.

🥂 Cabra – West Loop $$$
One of my personal favorites. Stephanie Izard’s Peruvian inspired menu is fantastic, and the rooftop feels like a lil vaca in the middle of the city.

🍸 Raised – River North $$
Right along the Riverwalk with great cocktails, string lights, and some of the best river views in Chicago.

🍣 Nobu Rooftop – West Loop $$$$
Minimalist luxury and the perfect place to impress your date.

🧊 Utopian Tailgate – Old Town $$
Basically an adult playground with skyline views. Great for group outings!!

🍷 Chateau Carbide – Loop $$
A French-inspired rooftop garden with rotating DJs and a completely different feel from most rooftops downtown.

🪴 The Kennedy Rooftop – Wicker Park $$
An underrated gem with a relaxed atmosphere, skyline views, and one of the better hidden rooftop spots on the west side.

✨ Honorable Mention ✨

Gotta mention LH Rooftop since that’s where this video was filmed 😉

It’s one of the first rooftops people think of after Cindy’s. The river views are incredible, especially around sunset.

My favorite rooftop Cerise, atop the Virgin Hotel, unfortunately closed and the hotel is under new management (Sports Illustrated). So the roof is only open to guests for now and reopening in the Fall! So I’m excited to check that out eventually 🙏

If we haven’t met, I’m Andrea 👋 A local real estate agent who helps people find the Chicago neighborhood that fits their lifestyle… rooftops included!! 👊

Thinking about moving this summer? Send me a DM. It never hurts to start gathering info - even if your move is a ways out!

If you’re still in the early stages, comment “SEARCH” and I’ll send you a couple collections of listings to see what places go for these days �

06/04/2026

Most sellers are ready for photos, showings, and offers.

They are not always ready for the weird little stuff that comes with it.

Before your Chicago home hits the market, heres a few things I like sellers to be ready for:

⏱ 1. Your best offer might come early
Those first weekend buyers are often the most serious because they have been watching the market and are ready to move. Waiting too long for “something better” can backfire.

📄 2. An accepted offer is not the finish line
Going under contract is exciting, but it does not mean the deal is done.

Buyers get cold feet, inspection issues pop up, financing can get messy, and the attorney review period can still shift things. Celebrate, but don’t mentally move out yet 😅

🔑 3. Doors can get left unlocked or keys can go missing
Most agents are careful, but mistakes happen.

A patio door left open, a key not put back, a light left on, a lockbox issue… it’s worth doing a quick walkthrough when you can.

🔧 4. Repair requests can get annoying fast
Buyers and inspectors will notice things you have stopped seeing.

A leaky faucet, older HVAC, sticky door, loose railing, outlet issue, roof concern… little things add up quickly.

Sometimes it makes sense to fix things before listing. Sometimes it makes sense to price accordingly. Either way, it’s better to be ready than surprised.

🚪 5. Random people may show up
A “For Sale” sign does not mean “come on in.”

If someone knocks and says they want to see the home, do not let them inside. Even if they say they are an agent. Showings should be scheduled and confirmed. Send them to your agent.

👀 6. People will snoop
Closets, drawers, medicine cabinets, nightstands…

Most people are respectful, but some are nosy. Before showings start, put away anything personal, valuable, or private. So jewelry, documents, meds, mail, or anything you would not want a stranger near.

Selling a home is more than putting it on the MLS and waiting for offers.

Thinking about selling in Chicago and want to know what to handle before listing? Send me a DM.

Or comment “SEARCH” and I’ll send over some active listing brackets to see what places are

06/03/2026

Thinking about trading Boston for Chicago? 🏙️

I’ve helped a few of people relocate from Boston, and the questions are usually the same:

Will I regret leaving Boston? Is Chicago really cheaper? How bad is winter? Is it actually a good place to live?

Here’s what I tell them:

1️⃣ You’ll probably get more for your money.

Whether you’re renting or buying, most people are surprised by how much farther their housing budget goes here. More space, more neighborhood options, and less of that feeling that you’re paying a premium just to exist.

2️⃣ Chicago feels bigger.

Not just the population.

The neighborhoods are more distinct, the streets are wider, and there’s a little more room to breathe. Some people fall in love with that immediately. Others need a bit to adjust.

3️⃣ Winter isn’t the biggest challenge.

Everyone focuses on the temperature.

What catches people off guard is how long winter can feel. January through March is a grind 😅

Although we get random 60° days in February where everyone goes outside and it reminds us what’s coming…

… Chicago summers 🤩

Street festivals, patios, concerts, lakefront walks, neighborhood events... the city explodes 🥳

4️⃣ Your experience will depend heavily on your neighborhood.

This is true whether you’re talking about safety, walkability, nightlife, restaurants, or transit access.

Chicago isn’t one experience. It’s dozens of different neighborhoods that all feel very different from one another.

5️⃣ Daily life can feel easier than people expect.

My clients said they feel like they have more breathing room here. More housing options. More things to do. More opportunities to build a lifestyle that fits them.

They also called Boston “the city that always sleeps” 😂

Boston and Chicago are both great cities.

But which city fits the life you want right now?

If you’re thinking about making a move to Chicago I’m happy to be a local resource and answer questions.

Comment “SEARCH” and I’ll send over different pricing brackets to see what places are going for these days!

I’ll personally follow up as well! 💜

06/02/2026

Today’s buyers are doing their homework before they ever step inside.

They’ve seen hundreds of listings, saved inspiration photos, and they know when a home feels current.

That’s the tricky thing about home updates. What felt fresh a few years ago can age pretty quickly.

A few design choices buyers are starting to side-eye:

❌ Cool grays everywhere
Gray floors, cabinets, walls had a run, but buyers are craving warmer woods, softer neutrals, and earthy tones.

❌ All-white rooms with zero texture
A light space is great, but flat white can feel cold. Texture is what makes it feel finished: linen, woven rugs, velvet, natural wood, lime wash, layered lighting, etc.

❌ Open kitchen shelving
Cute on Pinterest, harder in real life. Most buyers want storage that hides clutter. Closed cabinets, two-tone cabinetry, or a painted island can make a kitchen feel current.

❌ Faux finishes
Fake marble, fake wood, shiny finishes… buyers can usually tell. Small touches of authentic materials can make a space feel elevated.

❌ Farmhouse overload
A little rustic can be beautiful, but too much shiplap, barn door, and distressed wood can feel stuck in a past trend cycle.

Good news? You do not need to fully renovate before selling.

Updates that can make a big difference:

✨ Warm up the floors. New wood, warm-toned LVP, or refinishing can completely change the feel.

✨ Swap stark white or cool gray for softer earth tones like taupe, olive, greige, or creamy neutrals.

✨ Update the lighting. New fixtures and less harsh bulbs can make a space feel better overnight.

✨ Change the hardware. Matte black, brushed gold, or vintage k***s can refresh a kitchen or bath.

✨ Make it functional. Buyers love closed storage, hidden appliance zones, and flex spaces like porches, sunrooms, offices, or basements.

Not every update gives a dollar-for-dollar return, but the right combo can change how buyers feel.

HI 💁🏻‍♀️ I’m Andrea! I can help you figure out what’s worth doing, what’s not, and what buyers respond to before you spend money.

Want to window shop some Chicago listings? Comment SEARCH for a few different price bracket collections🏡✨

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