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★★★★★
"I simply can't say enough good things about Sharon and Marissa, who helped manage the recent sale of our Chicago apartment. We looked at several agents, but Sharon and Marissa from day one went the extra mile and were clearly the right fit. They truly partnered with us, and listened to our hopes and concerns from start to finish. They got us a terrific deal, and also had a wonderful “human touch”, helping manage our natural anxieties and the ups and downs that are a normal part of going through the process of a property sale. I would recommend them without hesitation, and would certainly turn to them again if we have real estate needs in Chicago. True gems!" - Elisha W.

★★★★★
"Sharon and Marissa are the best! My husband and I worked with the Gillman Group for almost a year to find what will hopefully be our forever home and are very happy to have partnered with them for the journey. Three things stand out to us: geographic expertise, sound familiarity with all types of homes (and their true costs), and strong negotiation skills. Sharon is an expert on the Lincoln Park area (and surrounding neighborhoods) which was very helpful as we were set on purchasing in a specific geographic area. What I particularly appreciated was that Sharon encouraged us to see tons of homes and always made herself available when we were in town for a short visit (we moved from out of state). She helped us assess and quantify which homes needed structural and aesthetic work to understand what kind of investment we were making, and what was truly worth it (or not) for our lifestyle and preferences. Finally, when we found our home, we were able to successfully negotiate to stay within our budget (and then some). I highly recommend the Gillman Group and look forward to staying in touch with Sharon and Marissa as they are both lovely individuals as well." - Rena H.

★★★★★
"I can’t say enough about how easy both Sharon & Marissa made it for us while selling our home. From the pinpoint accurate pricing, to the amazing photography, to selling so quickly and bringing it all to a successful close! They had a wealth of knowledge, were always there for us, responding quickly to questions or concerns, offered great advice, and kept the process moving in a calm and steady manner. I will continue to refer Sharon, Marissa and the entire Gillman Group to everyone I know, feeling confident they, too, will be impressed and well taken care of! Can't thank them enough!" - Rita W.

★★★★★
"We couldn't have been more pleased with the very comprehensive and professional service we received from Sharon, Marissa, and the Compass team! Selling our home was a very long process, given the market conditions, and their efforts never wavered, many times going above and beyond the scope of what a typical real estate agent would do for a client. I would highly recommend Sharon and Marissa to anyone looking to sell (or buy!) a home in Chicago." - John R.

★★★★★
"Working with Sharon and the entire Gillman Group was such a great experience. Coming from California, we really appreciated their knowledge and expertise of the Chicago market. Sharon worked hard to get us into the perfect property. She was very responsive to our needs and wants when searching for the right neighborhood as well. We are excited to start our next chapter in Chicago thanks to Sharon and the Gillman Group." - Todd G.

★★★★★
"Sharon and Marissa were a truly phenomenal team in helping us find our dream home in Lakeview. As first time home buyers and non-natives to Chicago, their expertise on the market and overall home buying process was invaluable in our search. We were living out of state during COVID-19, and they completed numerous FaceTime / virtual tours for us, giving their honest assessments of each property we were evaluating. Once we found a spot we all were excited about, they helped us navigate a multiple offer process to land our dream condo! Many thanks to Sharon and Marissa for everything they did for us!" - Brandon D.

★★★★★
"We had the pleasure of working with the Gillman Group Chicago, specifically Amie Rule, on both buy and sell transactions in 2021. As buyers, we had our minds made up quickly, however Amie helped navigate the many nuances of buying new construction. She made sure to ask for all the correct upgrades and negotiate the items that we prioritized. On the sell side, we could not have been more impressed. Amie navigated market challenges, constantly hustled to make sure our listing was relevant, and gave us direct feedback that was critical to making changes to get the best price for our condo. It was clear that the Gillman Group worked as a team, which was refreshing to know we had more than one opinion/set of eyes on our property. From offer to close on the buy side and from list to close on the sell side, we felt we had sound advice, an array of contacts provided to us (painters, lawyers, inspectors, etc.) and overall peace of mind in the entire process by using the Gillman Group and Amie Rule. We loved working with Amie!" - Alison D.

★★★★★
"Sharon and her team were super responsive and quick to come out and view our unique home. She appreciated the work we recently did and captured beautiful photos that resulted in our home selling for full ask the first week we put it up. We had a very fast timeline given a move, and we could not have been happier. Highly recommend!" - Matt F.

★★★★★
"Marissa and Sharon were absolutely wonderful in helping us buy our first home. We had a very short window to find a place, and they were extremely responsive and helpful with securing our home. They gave great advice, asked all the questions that we would have never known to ask, and got us a great price on our home. I would highly recommend working with them!" - Rachel S.

★★★★★
"We had a great experience with Sharon! She had a wealth of knowledge about buildings in the area we were looking. She advocated for us and guided us through the entire process from beginning to end. When there were bumps in the road, she was responsive and professional and got involved in solving the issue. I appreciated knowing I could depend on her. Sharon is a realtor I would use again and recommend to others." - Susan A.

★★★★★
"Amie was recommended to us when we were looking to buy our first home in Chicago, and my husband and I are SO glad we worked with her. Right away, Amie jumped in and helped us find & lockdown our dream house. Being Canadian citizens, we had some extra hurdles and Amie was available 24/7, answering calls & texts, to help provide answers and help get things moving. Amie made a stressful process an easy one, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell their house in Chicago! " - Anjula V.

★★★★★
"Sharon is a gem. I have worked with her since 2003; we have done 5 purchases and 4 sales together. I appreciate her keen sense of knowing my precise needs in a home—no wasted time! And I sleep well knowing Sharon has full command of all of each deal's complexities; she excels in getting an offer to completed contract to DONE!" - John B.

★★★★★
"Marissa and the Gillman Group were absolutely fantastic to work with, and she helped us find not only our first home but our dream home. As we were first time home buyers, she walked us through the entire process and gave great advice and recommendations. I highly recommend using the Gillman Group for anyone looking for a home." - Dave C.

★★★★★
"Sharon and her team were terrific to work with. Always provided sound advice both with staging and pricing, but most importantly Sharon was patient and empathetic. We were selling through the COVID-19 summer and fall of 2020 which created all kinds of challenges and setbacks. Sharon was a calming force in a very turbulent time. Thoughtful. Proactive. And got the job done." - Hugh A.

★★★★★
"Amie is a rockstar & seasoned professional. She not only asked all the right questions, she listened to my responses and quickly jumped into action to secure us an impossible to find short-term rental property when we were in a bind. Through Amie’s perseverance and deep contacts, she found us a fabulous “unlisted” brand-new space with amazing views and amenities. She turned an unexpected, challenging situation into an amazing experience and fun summer. I recommend working with Amie for any of your real estate needs." - Debbi M.

★★★★★
"Sharon and Marissa were efficient and always professional while selling an apartment that was an estate sale. They quickly found an appropriate buyer and the sale went very smoothly." - Arlene S.

★★★★★
"This is a wonderful team to work with and are passionate about their business. They put their clients first, are very detail oriented, honest, reliable, fair, and go above and beyond for each listing." - Allison B.



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About The Gillman Group
With over 60 years of combined Real Estate experience in Chicago, the Gillman Group’s team mission is to help you “live your best life.”

Sharon Gillman and her daughter Marissa Gillman Schaefer co-lead the Gillman Group. Elizabeth Soto, Amie Rule and Lexi Lorimer complete the powerhouse group. This collaborative team, regularly working together in their independent Lincoln Park office, continuously learns from and helps one another to enhance every clients' experience. Their individual and group dedication, negotiating skills, and strategy, expertly guides their clients through the buying and selling process. Utilizing the team's communication skills as well as their collective understanding of the Chicago market, their clients receive the highest level of attentiveness and care throughout each transaction, always negotiating the best deal.

Let us help you "live your best life."
For more information, visit:
GillmanGroupChicago.com
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The Gillman Group’s Listings

1/50
Listed By CompassOpen: 12/8 11:30AM - 01:30PM

$2,599,000

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3.5
Square Feet
5,046
Acres
0.12
1/43
Listed By CompassOpen: 12/7 02:00PM - 04:00PM

$2,450,000

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3.5
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
0.06
a front view of a building
a view of a big room with wooden floor and windows
a view of a livingroom with furniture
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with fireplace furniture and a wooden floor
a living room with fireplace furniture and a flat screen tv
a kitchen with kitchen island a counter space a sink and appliances
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove a sink and a refrigerator
a city view with tall buildings
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a toilet and a mirror
a utility room with dryer and washer
a view of a livingroom with wooden floor and window
a view of an empty room with wooden floor
a bathroom with a sink and mirror
a view of small space
a large bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a large window
a view of a hallway with wooden floor
a bathroom with a sink and a bathtub
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a view of a room with gym equipment
a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a large white kitchen with a large window
a living room with furniture
1/26
Compass Coming Soon

$925,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
2,150
1/20
Compass Coming Soon

$825,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
Unavailable
1/21
Listed By CompassPending

$675,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,605
1/21
Listed By Compass

$425,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1.5
Square Feet
920