Lourdes Arencibia, Real Estate Agent

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Client Testimonials

★★★★★

"Lourdes is the best Real state agent I have work with. She was patient , kind, and understanding with all of my situation. She was the best most reassuring agent I ever have work with. I would work with her again in a heartbeat! Thank you Lourdes for all you did for me and my family!" - Blanca G.

★★★★★

"Lourdes was exceptional in all of what I call the three important areas of a real estate transaction: preparation (she provided a great list of comps and price histories for my neighborhood), negotiation (read both the buyers and the current sales environment to get me more than I anticipated) and follow-through (she stayed on top of the deposits and closing process to ensure a smooth finish). I've bought and sold homes in 4 different states, so my expectations were high. She exceeded them in every aspect of the transaction." - Thomas B.

★★★★★

"Professional broker supporting purchase of my home process from market research till close, who is the member of HomeAdvantage program. It was pleasure to work with Lourdes!" - Marek P.

★★★★★

"Lourdes has been patient and flexible with us since we began looking for places nearly two years ago. Even though it turned out I didn't qualify for anything on the market when we first started looking, she kept in touch with me and was immediately available after my financial situation changed. I never felt pressured to settle for a property we weren't comfortable with, and she made it clear that she would help us out for as long as it would take to find a place we loved in a good location." - Jennifer B.

★★★★★

"- Lourdes was amazing! From the first contact we had over email we could tell that she was a first-class professional. She listened very carefully to our needs and wants and we were able to find a place we are very happy with. She was patient, kind, warm, knowledgeable, thorough, and very generous with her time. Not a single question we had went unanswered, either immediately or in a follow up email within a few minutes. She also provided us with great tips for living in the area, from restaurants to car buying. Thank you, Lourdes!" - Jose Ramon F.

★★★★★

"- Lourdes is amazing! She is patient, kind, thorough, a fabulous listener, and incredibly gracious at the same time. She truly knows how to do her job with confidence. Finding a new home can become a stressful situation, and Lourdes really makes it very pleasant." - Jennifer T.

Education

Mundelein College, Bachelor of Arts, Degree in History

Charity

Board Member, Chicago Chamber Music Society

Oktoberfest Co-Chair 2015 and 2016, St Joseph School, Wilmette Illinois

Founding Board Member, Logan Square Chamber of Arts, Chicago Illinois

Former Board Member, Economic Development Commission of Logan Square, Chicago Illinois

About Lourdes

From the North Shore to Chicago, Lourdes Arencibia is a trusted real estate advisor known for calm strategy, clear communication, and results-driven negotiation. A 38-year Wilmette resident, Lourdes pairs deep local insight with rare, behind-the-scenes experience that helps clients make confident decisions—especially when the stakes are high.

Before real estate, Lourdes helped run her family’s mortgage brokerage—managing the business in addition to spending 12 years as a mortgage broker—giving her a strong command of financing, timelines, and what it takes to get a deal to the closing table. She also brings hands-on ownership and investment experience, having bought, sold, and managed properties for years, including multiple condo renovation and repositioning projects. Lourdes has also advised investor clients on value-add renovations and finish selections—experience that translates directly into smart pricing, strong positioning, and a clear plan from day one.

Design-minded and practical, Lourdes is known for helping sellers prepare their homes to truly stand out. From paint colors and lighting updates to finish choices and coordinating pre-listing projects, she focuses on the improvements that create the biggest impact on buyer appeal and value.

As an agent with Compass, Lourdes combines high-touch service with best-in-class marketing, data, and an exceptional network—giving her clients a meaningful edge across Wilmette, the North Shore, and Chicago.