David Schwabe

David Schwabe

Team Lead & Principal | Schwabe Group

Specialties

Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Landlord

Education

Marquette University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
About David
David has a passion for helping people and has found that assisting people in selling their homes in a challenging market is what makes his career rewarding. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a background in Project Management, he brings a completely different dimension to selling homes. He has stated that "marketing a home should be a systematic approach that never overlooks any one part of the process." David believes that every home on the market for sale should be staged to its highest potential. In a market that is saturated with houses, the listing agent must prepare the home to bring the emotion out of the buyer to get the home sold.

Born and raised in Wisconsin, David obtained his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University in Milwaukee. He quickly relocated to Arlington Heights in 1991 and worked for an engineering firm in downtown Chicago where he focused on Project Management and equipment acquisition. He later moved into the manufacturing sector and received his first sales position. It was here that David realized his passion for helping others. David eventually became a REALTOR® in 2002, and it became apparent that it was a perfect fit. After a few short years, his business grew, and he realized that to service his clients properly, he would have to start a team. It was then in 2006 that The Schwabe Group was formed.

David has a beautiful wife and four children. His family continues to live and grow in Arlington Heights. He has had the opportunity to participate in coaching soccer at the park district level in Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove for many years. David has also had the privilege of working on a local, private school board and donates his time working on marketing functions for the school. He believes that giving back to the community is a necessity. It makes our towns stronger and re-energizes the spirit.

Client Testimonials

★★★★★

“David and Faith put lots of time and effort into marketing and showcasing our house. They were very professional, knowledgeable and available. I highly recommend them.Rhonda, Buffalo Grove

★★★★★

“We reached out to David due to his deep knowledge of the area we were interested in moving to. David responded to my initial contact promptly, despite being on vacation with his family (talk about dedication!). He encouraged us to tour a house we were initially uncertain about, but boy am I glad we followed his guidance! That very house ended up being our perfect forever home! His experience buying and selling real estate in the neighborhood helped us craft a competitive offer and feel confident that we were on the right path. David and Faith were extremely responsive and easy to work with, both for our new home purchase and during the process of selling our previous house. Even with all the current volatility in the housing market, David and Faith made sure everything went as smoothly as possible. If you're looking to buy or sell property in the Arlington Heights or Buffalo Grove areas, you couldn't do better than Schwabe Group!Christine, Arlington Heights & Schaumburg

★★★★★

“I cannot recommend David enough. He has a very proactive and compassionate approach to his clients which made the whole home searching process both enjoyable and quick. He was kind, fun, positive, but also very professional. His network and knowledge of the community really helped us close in on the deal. So if you’re looking for someone who goes above and beyond, look no further :) Karina, Mt Prospect

 

★★★★★

“We were recommended to David’s team because of his experience in the area. With the market that we’re in, we are so glad we did. David And Faith’s experience meant that they knew exactly when we should take the leap. David was able to provide guidance on how to make our home stand out in order to be sold quickly. Selling our home after buying was our biggest stressor, but in the end, we ended up closing our old house only 2 days after purchasing our new home.”  Karen, Arlington Heights & Buffalo Grove

 

★★★★★

“We recently worked with David Schwabe and his group to sell our home, but they did so much more than just that. David met with us early on in the process to discuss strategy and timing. He provided us with solid data and insights that helped us create a sound marketing plan for selling our home. His team advised on staging, took exceptional photography and planned the listing to maximize interest in our home. We were fortunate enough to receive multiple offers, and when our first offer started to get cold feet, David advised us to make the right call to move on to our next offer. Ultimately, we hit our goal and believe our old home is now in the hands of a very deserving family. This was our first time selling a home. We had lived there for nearly 20 years. David and his team were empathetic throughout the entire process, taking calls and texts at odd hours of the day, willing to spend the extra time to explain things to us and put us at ease. They are very organized and helped remove stress wherever possible. I would highly recommend working with David Schwabe and his team!” Thomas, Prospect Heights

 

★★★★★

“David did an awesome job helping sell my Dad's house. It was an older, needing lots updating, staging, and quite a bit of TLC (and patience) to get it over the finish line, but we got there thanks to David and his team. Whether in referring stagers or other services, providing guidance on pricing and market conditions, or clear communication throughout the process, he was a true professional in all aspects of the sale. And we came out with a better closing price than we anticipated, despite numerous late-breaking surprises (water in the basement, anyone?) that could have thwarted the deal. Matt, Palatine

★★★★★

“David and Faith were amazing to work with! From our first meeting through the final walk-through and everything in between, the entire experience was so professional and flawless. David has so much knowledge that he willingly shares and I know that all his expertise and his approach to selling our home from staging through negotiations made a tremendous difference in our final selling price. David was so easy to work with and communication was always prompt and helpful. Just an incredible experience all around. Many thanks to David and his team.”  Kathy, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“I bought my first home in Arlington Heights through David. We really need a house very quickly, and I was able to buy a house in about one month. David was always responsive, taking calls at any time, responding to my messages in minutes. David was humorous, cordial, kind, always smiling, and thoughtful in addressing all kinds of concerns. I will be eternally grateful to David. Thanks David! All the best.” Heo, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David and his team were excellent. His knowledge of the Arlington Heights area and connections to other professionals made our home buying experience very smooth. His communication was very timely and made sure to explain any detail of the process we had questions about. I would recommend David to anyone looking to buy a home!” Matt, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“Can’t say enough good things about working with David and his team. David was dedicated to finding us our home and very responsive to our questions. He was always on time to showings, and was very accommodating to our schedule. The house we ended up purchasing was initially outside of our search parameters, but David went the extra mile to make it a possibility for us. Would highly recommend him and his team to anyone looking for a home in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.” Zack, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David Schwabe helped us buy our house in Arlington Heights. We had a fantastic experience with him and really enjoyed working with him. We were thankful for his expertise as first-time homebuyers. And —bonus —we had fun. Thanks, David!” Christina, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“Working with Dave and his team at the Schwabe Group was an absolute pleasure, and their expertise in the real estate market exceeded our expectations. One aspect that truly stood out was Dave's invaluable advice on how to update our house before putting it on the market for sale. He provided expert recommendations on paint colors and carpeting, as well as insightful suggestions on what changes would make our house look its absolute best. Additionally, Dave was instrumental in providing us with a list of reputable contractors who could handle the necessary work, including painting, flooring, staging, and cleaning. The results were outstanding. The house looked so incredibly good that we regretted not having done the updates sooner. Thanks to Dave's guidance and attention to detail, we received multiple offers within the first weekend the house was listed. The exceptional outcome of the sale was undoubtedly a testament to Dave's expertise and commitment to ensuring our success.
Not only is Dave a consummate professional, but he is also an absolute joy to work with. His enthusiasm, dedication, and genuine care for his clients make the entire experience of selling a house enjoyable and stress-free. I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Dave Schwabe and the Schwabe Group for any real estate needs. Their knowledge, guidance, and exceptional service truly set them apart.” Mike, Schaumburg

★★★★★

“Dave, Faith and the Schwabe Group were great to work with. They helped us find a great new home and priced/prepped our existing home to solicit multiple offers! We ended up selling above our listing price, which was a pleasant surprise. I'm sure we'll be working with the Schwabe Group again in the future!” John, Buffalo Grove

 

★★★★★

“Dave made the process of home-buying fun and less stressful! He and his team stepped in and finalized items outside of their process to get the sale closed for us. Their cheerful dispositions, knowledge, and expertise made the entire experience a very positive one. They were quick to respond to any and all questions. I would work with Dave again - 100% recommend!” Michelle, Bartlett

 

★★★★★

“It was an absolute pleasure having David Schwabe and his group sell our home. David is personable and knowledgeable …. we knew we were in great hands! Thanks, also to Faith Gleeson!! Great job of marketing our home…it sold in a few short weeks.” Sherry, Arlington Heights


★★★★★

“David and Faith are absolutely incredible! They had our back & best interest in mind throughout every step of the selling process. We are so happy with how the sale of our home went and will be partnering up with this team again in the future!” Christine, Lake Villa

★★★★★

“Working with David was amazing! He expertly guided us through the first-time buyer process in a tricky housing market, quickly understood our needs, and advocated for us through the negotiation process. We could not recommend David, Faith, and The Schwabe Group more highly.” Emily, Arlington Heights

 

★★★★★

“He came with homework, explained whole process of selling and communicated with us through whole process Good personality and very easy to get along Open to suggestions and easy to reach Thanks David for your help.” Dinesh, Palatine

 

★★★★★

“We had the sincere pleasure of working with Dave Schwabe and his team at the Schwabe Group to purchase a house in the sought-after town of Arlington Heights, amidst a highly competitive market. With Dave's expert guidance, we were able to identify the ideal property and craft a compelling and victorious offer, despite facing fierce competition from over a dozen other offers. Our experience working with Dave and his team was exceptional, and we could not be happier with the outcome. We highly recommend the Schwabe Group for anyone seeking top-notch real estate services and expertise. Thank you, Dave and team, for your outstanding support throughout the home-buying process.” Mike, Arlington Heights


★★★★★

“It was a pleasure working with David and his team! They were very professional and quite understanding of my situation and helped with all of my questions along the way. They held numerous open houses to get more traffic through to see my home. I would highly recommend David and the team from Compass!” Miriam, Schaumburg

★★★★★

“It was a pleasure working with David and his team! They were very professional and quite understanding of my situation and helped with all of my questions along the way. They held numerous open houses to get more traffic through to see my home. I would highly recommend David and the team from Compass!” Trevor, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David and his team are very knowledgeable and accessible. Not only that, but they were fun to work with! I really enjoyed their services and would recommend them to anyone who is in the home-buying process.” Keith, Palatine

★★★★★

“We used David to help us buy our “forever” home in Arlington Heights and would absolutely recommend him to anyone who wants to the same! We were buying during a VERY competitive time in the market and David helped ensure we put in the best (but also realistic and fair to us as buyers) offer which ultimately won us our dream home! The process was flawless from start to finish and he was responsive and helpful the whole time. I would highly recommend David to anyone!Patrick, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“Used the Schwabe team for a second time and I am very happy with their professionalism. Their knowledge of the local market ensures you can price your home for a fast sale and good price! My interactions with David and Faith have been nothing but positive and I highly recommend them.James, Palatine

★★★★★

“David was great to work with! His knowledge of the neighborhoods and market was extremely helpful. We would happily recommend him and his team for anyone looking to make a move.Megan, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“I had great experience with David and Faith. Our Palatine property was sold in three days. The whole transaction went smoothly. I wholeheartedly recommend David.Sudhin, Palatine

★★★★★

“We have been working with David Schwabe in the Arlington Heights area since 2007 and we just listed and sold our 3rd property with him in 2021. We've been fortunate to capitalize upon David's depth of market knowledge in the NW Suburban Chicago area. He and his team are always responsive, personable and show attention to detail. In one such instance, it was a dreary day when the photographer arrived to take the listing photos, but his team member went back to take a photo of the outside of our property on a sunny day for cheery curb appeal. Real estate transactions have the potential to be stressful, but our experiences have always been a breeze with David.  Elina, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“We worked with David Schwabe on selling my home and buying a new house, he is very responsive, and always professional. He worked around our schedule and always gave his honest opinion. His knowledge about the area and insight the locations was helpful. David proved himself to be a super resourceful and helpful guy. Tons of personal experience in the real estate field and always had an answer, or joke, to all our questions. I would recommend him to anyone that is looking for a future home. Thank you David!Nasir, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David and his team did an excellent job in helping my family navigate the Arlington Heights real estate market. He was very knowledgeable about this market and was able to connect us to the relevant service providers. He provided able counsel regarding the sale of our house and guided us in creating a very good sales strategy for our home. His suggestions were very helpful and we were very impressed by the photography and setup of our home's listing. The sale went very smoothly and the closing occurred much more quickly than I had expected. David and his team were able to generate ample interest in our home and we are very satisfied with the results. We would not hesitate to use him again for our real estate needs.Hong, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David & Faith work so well together. They provided the guidance & support to get our home listed and sold quickly. They were a pleasure to work with! I would recommend anyone looking to buy or sell in Arlington Heights contact the Schwabe group!Kitty, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“We worked with David and Faith last year to purchase our home, and again this year to sell our townhouse. We highly recommend using David and the Schwabe Group. They are very professional and resourceful. David is very knowledgeable about the market and pays great attention to detail. He is a great negotiator, which tremendously helped with purchasing our house. David offered helpful advice throughout the entire process of buying, selling and even remodeling. He was very responsive and always available to answer our numerous questions. Thank you David and Faith, it was a pleasure working with both of you!Edyta, Arlington Heights & Wheeling

★★★★★

“I had a fantastic experience with David Schwabe and team. He was patient in working with me and used his vast expertise to answer my many questions throughout the entire process. David was also very helpful in reminding me of the priorities I had set with him throughout my search, helping me to find a home that was the best fit for me. He was kind enough to work with me in Chicago and was always willing to make regular trips into the city. Thank you for helping me find home!TJ , Chicago

★★★★★

“David Schwabe & the team were fantastic. As first time homebuyers, he helped us understand the entire process & made sure we found the house we were looking for. David was very knowledgeable & made this process very smooth. David was looking out for our best interests! Highly recommend!Brett, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“We just sold our home and bought a condo. We couldn’t have been happier with David and Faith. They were there every step, every question and late-night texts. They always gave us great advice and very patient with us. This was a big move for us and felt they were there for us as all the time. I would highly recommend them. In addition, David spent much time showing us potential condos and homes.Ellen, Arlington Heights & Palatine

★★★★★

“David was the best to work with! As first-time homebuyers, he walked us through step by step what to expect. He listed to what we were looking for and got us in to see homes quick due to the crazy market. He had our best interest in heart and wanted to find US the perfect home and would do whatever it took. I highly recommend David if you are looking to buy or sell. They make the whole process easy and smooth. Thank you David and Faith!Lauren, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David was nothing short of amazing throughout the selling of our condo and helping us get into our new home. I always felt like he had our best interest at heart on our home selling and buying journey. If you are looking to buy or sell, David and his team are the best!Kevin, Buffalo Grove

★★★★★

“David helped us get into the home of our dreams during one of the most difficult housing environments in some time. His professionalism, relationships, and expertise made all the difference. We can't thank him and his team enough. They walked us through the home buying process step by step which eased our concerns. we highly recommend using the Schwabe group!Scott, Palatine

★★★★★

“David and Faith are wonderful to work with. They definitely have a passion for what they do and you can tell that they love their job and the services they provide. They really care about their clients and are extremely knowledgeable about the Arlington Heights area. I highly recommend them if you are looking to buy or sell a home.Shannon, Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David Schwabe and his whole team were terrific. They helped us manage home renovations and coordinate a challenging sale of my parent's home after their passing. The team was the best, couldn't recommend them enough.” Nate Arlington Heights

★★★★★

“David and Faith recently helped sell our home. Their professionalism and advice was great and they sold our home in a day. Great experience and we are always confident to refer them to family and friends.”  Dr. David, Arlington Heights

 

 

 


David Schwabe’s Listings

1/22
Listed By CompassOpen: 12/7 10:00AM - 12:00PM

$599,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Square Feet
1,838
Acres
0.02
a view of a yard in front of a brick house
Compass Coming Soon

$499,900

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Square Feet
2,200
Acres
0.22
1/32
Listed By CompassOpen: 12/8 01:00PM - 03:00PM

$410,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Square Feet
1,700
Acres
Unavailable
a front view of a house with garden
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a wooden floor
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove top oven a sink a dining table and chairs
a view of a livingroom with wooden floor and furniture
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink mirror vanity and toilet
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and staircase
a bedroom with furniture and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a dresser
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a view of a room with gym equipment
a view of a room with lounge chair
a white toilet sitting next to a bathroom sink
a utility room with dryer and washer
a front view of a house with a garden
a front view of a house with a garden
a picture of a bench in front of a door
a picture of a bench in front of a wall
a picture of a bench in a white house
1/21
Listed By CompassContingent

$299,000

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Square Feet
1,138
Acres
0.04
a building view
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and large window
a living room with furniture and a window
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove and a refrigerator
a kitchen with granite countertop cabinets stainless steel appliances and a counter space
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator a stove a sink dishwasher and a dining table with wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a bedroom with a large bed and a chandelier
a bedroom with a bed and a desk
a bedroom with a bed and a flat screen tv
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a view of roof deck
a view of front door of house
a backyard of a residential building with barbeque oven and outdoor seating
a view of a pathway with house on both side
a picture of a wall with a white wall and a picture of a painting
1/17
Compass Coming Soon

$299,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
791