Jaclyn Etchingham Merlo, Real Estate Agent

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Specialties

Jackie specializes in residential home-sales and proudly serves the neighborhoods of Roscoe Village, West Lakeview, Norwood Park, Edison Park, Park Ridge, Mt. Prospect, Arlington Heights, and their surrounding communities. She places a particular emphasis on educating first time homebuyers, first time home sellers, and multi-family unit investors.

Jaclyn’s Concierge Program

Education

Loyola University of Chicago-Masters Social Justice and Community Development

St. Norbert College-Bachelor's degree Sociology

St. Viator-Bachelor's degree

Client Testimonials

"Jackie Merlo was a steadying and pleasant broker during our first home-buying process—which we decided to take on while planning a wedding just months away. Jackie set the tone that our ambitious goal was feasible and clearly laid out the steps and timeframe, and we eventually closed on our first home with our wedding just months away. We were so lucky to work with her." - Patrick E.

"Jackie just helped my fiancé and I secure our first home, and I couldn't have imagined a smoother process! She coached us through all that goes into buying a home, and ensured that we were fully in the know throughout the entire process. Jackie went above and beyond taking the time to learn about what mattered most to my fiancé and I in our new home, and was incredibly knowledgeable in the markets we were looking in, to ensure our offer was competitive! I would highly recommend Jackie to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!"- Gina M.

"Jackie was a great help to us in buying our first home. She knew the area well and gave great advice to make sure we were buying a home at the right price and made sure we got what we needed in negotiations. She gave great references for other services we needed to involve along the way and made sure that everything went according to plan. Buying a home for the first time was a pretty daunting task, but Jackie helped us be prepared and feel comfortable with the process. We've already recommended her to other friends and would do it again in a heartbeat!" -Brian H

"Working with Jackie has been great! She is a very personable agent that helped us on a sale and a purchase. She helped us prepare our condo with knowledge of what buyers are looking for and we got multiple offers on our condo after just 2 days on the market. On the purchase side, Jackie was always there for inspections and walkthroughs and asked the questions that we didn’t think of but definitely helped us make an informed decision."- Lena S

"If you are looking for a home in Chicago, you have to contact Jackie. She will listen to your needs, understand your concerns, and help you weigh the "pros and cons" of each property fairly. Her knowledge of the city and the home buying process made everything so simple for us. We couldn't be more thrilled with the location and property we chose. Next time we are in the market, she will be our first call!" -Meghan C

About Jaclyn

A native of the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, Jaclyn Etchingham Merlo is a Licensed Real Estate Broker working with Team Chicago77 at Compass. As a seasoned real estate agent with years of experience, Jackie prides herself on delivering exceptional service to all of her clients. Her deep knowledge of the local market and her commitment to personalized attention ensures that you'll receive the guidance and support you need to make the best decisions for your unique situation.

Jackie's interest in real estate began when she sold her two-bedroom condo, and bought her first investment property in Chicago's Roscoe Village neighborhood. There, she learned about the value in owner-occupying an investment home. Since then, Jackie has purchased and renovated three additional properties; a lake home in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, a 1929 bungalow in Norwood Park, Chicago, and the home where she now lives. Her personal experiences have allowed her to take a hands-on approach with all of her clients, including providing invaluable knowledge about renovation expenses, managing rental properties, and staying up to date on today's preferred design choices.

Jackie currently resides with her husband, two kids, and beloved rescue dog in a restored bungalow in Park Ridge. Outside of selling and managing her personal real estate, Jackie can be found traveling, gardening, and volunteering at her kids' school.