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★★★★★
”Truly you are a gem of a human and I cannot thank you enough. I haven’t ever had anyone just take over and get things done the way you have for us! You are an amazing woman! I am so lucky and grateful to have met you. Not only do you make dreams come true, you blow roadblocks to dust like a superhero. I am forever in your debt. You know that the door is always open to you and your family too. Words cannot describe how much your friendship and guidance has meant to me. Thank you just isn’t enough.”
- Lea | Buyer & Seller (Glenview)
★★★★★
”Thank you SO much for all your help. I really appreciate all the effort you put into making this process go smoothly. Your patience with answering my questions, taking my late night calls / texts, and holding my hand through this process is admirable. I am so grateful to have you as my broker and I feel like I got really lucky. Your “people” (lenders and attorneys) are awesome!”
- Apoorva | Buyer (Chicago)
★★★★★
"We are so thankful for everything you’ve done for us and our family. You helped us with selling and purchasing four properties over the course of seven years. You’ve always been available, always caring, always uplifting and always looking out for us and our own interests. Not once you pushed us into something we did not feel super excited about. Moreover, you always spoke your mind candidly about the properties that we were excited about without actually understanding possible the risks and obstacles down the road. You've consulted us on multiple remodeling ideas, connected us with amazing contractors and attorneys, and more importantly, always found time to talk, understand our situation and empower us with our own decision making. No project is too small for you as you truly care and wholeheartedly try to help. Thank you for your patience and encouragement!! Thank you for your expertise and never ending support! Thank you for your friendship and kindness! It was a blessing to have met you!!”
- Makhail & Yulia | Buyers & Sellers (Chicago-Morton Grove)
★★★★★
”Dear Dana, Thank you so much for helping us find our dream home! Your kindness, time and advice are truly appreciated!”
- Paco & Angie | Buyers (Chicago)
★★★★★
”I had a fantastic experience with Dana when selling my late father's home in Glenview. Living out of the area, I really needed someone I could depend on to help clean, facilitate and identify contractors for improvements and stage the home prior to listing it and I couldn't have found anyone better. Dana worked tirelessly to coordinate the various contractors and stage the home. She found creative solutions to every problem we encountered. I appreciated that Dana was very accessible and responsive throughout the process. We used the Compass' Concierge Program to finance the improvements and staging of the home and that process was seamless and helpful as we did not need to come out of pocket for these expenses. We were so thankful for all of Dana's efforts which produced a quick sale and at a very attractive price. Aside from her work, Dana is such a wonderful person and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend Dana without any hesitation!”
- Chad | Seller (Glenview)
★★★★★
”You are the most capable and thorough agent we have ever come across.”
- Charla & Michael | Buyers & Sellers (Evanston)
★★★★★
”Dana, you are an absolute saint for what you do for us!”
- Kristina & Tom | Buyers (Winnetka)
Dana's experience spans luxury residences, single-family homes, condominiums, new construction, and multi-unit investment properties. Throughout her career, she has helped first-time buyers, growing families, luxury homeowners, and seasoned investors confidently navigate every stage of the real estate process. Known for her consultative approach, Dana begins every client relationship by taking the time to understand each individual's lifestyle, goals, and vision. She develops a customized strategy tailored to their needs and continually refines that strategy as the transaction evolves. Her clients appreciate her responsiveness, honesty, and ability to anticipate challenges before they arise.
While many agents consider their work complete once an offer is accepted, Dana believes that's when exceptional representation truly begins. She remains actively involved through every milestone, coordinating inspections, appraisals, financing, contractors, attorneys, and closing logistics to ensure a seamless transaction. Her attention to detail and proactive communication provide clients with confidence from the initial consultation through closing day.
In addition to residential sales, Dana brings valuable firsthand experience in home renovations and property rehabs. Her passion for design and understanding of construction allow her to help clients identify hidden potential, evaluate renovation opportunities, estimate future improvements, and make informed investment decisions.
Having lived in both Downtown Chicago and the North Shore for more than two decades, Dana possesses an intimate understanding of each market and specializes in helping clients transition seamlessly between city living and suburban lifestyles. In 2026, she expanded her business to Orange County and Dana Point, California, bringing her expertise to Southern California while drawing upon her previous experience with luxury coastal vacation properties in Malibu.
Before launching her real estate career, Dana managed operations for a trading company at the Chicago Board of Trade, where she developed the discipline, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills that continue to distinguish her approach today.
Originally from Minnesota, Dana has lived in California and Chicagoland throughout different chapters of her life. Her own relocation experiences give her unique insight into helping clients confidently navigate major life transitions.
Whether representing a first-time buyer, marketing a luxury residence, or advising an investor on portfolio growth, Dana combines deep market knowledge, exceptional negotiation skills, and concierge-level service to consistently deliver outstanding results. Her mission is simple: to help every client make smart real estate decisions while creating an experience that is seamless, enjoyable, and built on trust.
Dana Slager’s Transactions
$8,600,000
211 N Carpenter St
West Loop
$2,100,000
1638 N Marshfield Ave
Chicago
