Sharon and Marissa were the best team I could have asked for to find a condo in Chicago! They knew the neighborhoods and market values like the back of their hands. They knew what to look for (and what to look out for) in each property we visited. They were on top of new listings, scheduled showings immediately, were detailed oriented, and asked all the right questions that I would never have thought to have asked when viewing property. I cannot recommend the Gillman Group enough! Thank you!

Ryan T.

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 waivered, 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.

I have worked with Sharon for over 30 years. She sold us our first house in Lincoln Park and was fabulous! She helped us negotiate the price, aided at the closing, and was a great resource for contractors and tradesmen to do the work once we closed. Through the 25 years we lived there, she sent monthly newsletters to keep in touch. And then when it was time to sell that house and find a condo we contacted her again. She listed the house, did constant marketing and open houses, helped us stage the house, and sold it in a few months. Meanwhile, she found us the most fabulous condo in Streeterville and we closed and moved in 30 days. She is the best and nicest agent, anywhere!

Randi W.

Cara Fields is knowledgable, thorough, understanding, and patient, with a detailed familiarity of Chicago's neighborhoods and an architect's practiced eye. She has brilliant suggestions and ideas, cares about her clients, and goes the extra mile. We got a great deal on a beautiful new place. We couldn't have found it without Cara as our broker. Gillman Group / Compass Chicago is a terrific organization. Highly recommend!

Joshua F.

Cara was amazing! She was super patient with me. She made the process very easy, she pays attention to every detail and her personality puts everyone at ease. I loved working with her.

Patricia F.

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.

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.

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.

Peter and I want to thank you both for the excellent job you did helping us sell our condo. Your knowledge of and ability to help us navigate changing markets was invaluable. The marketing tools you employed enabled us to reach large numbers of highly qualified interested buyers. Years of experience in the high-end luxury market in our area were evident when we needed to make important decisions along the way. Most importantly, you listened to us. Every showing was conducted at our convenience with your help to make sure we were presenting at our best. The selling of one’s house is an emotional journey with important financial consequences. It is invaluable to have partners that can be trusted to give 100…

Peter and I want to thank you both for the excellent job you did helping us sell our condo. Your knowledge of and ability to help us navigate changing markets was invaluable. The marketing tools you employed enabled us to reach large numbers of highly qualified interested buyers. Years of experience in the high-end luxury market in our area were evident when we needed to make important decisions along the way. Most importantly, you listened to us. Every showing was conducted at our convenience with your help to make sure we were presenting at our best. The selling of one’s house is an emotional journey with important financial consequences. It is invaluable to have partners that can be trusted to give 100%. You have our sincerest thanks for a successful outcome and an almost stress-free Journey. We cannot thank you enough.

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Linda & Peter K.

We have raved to everyone we know about what a great experience we had with Sharon Gillman selling our home. The bottom line, she got us a price we were pleased with. Sharon was a pro in every way, highly motivated and assiduous in her research. Sharon has a wealth of experience with 30 years in real estate, which is truly what you want from someone selling your home. What’s more, Sharon is simply one of the nicest people we have ever met. She will look around your home with an experienced eye and give you some (much-needed) tough love about what needs to go and what needs to be presented differently in order to attract buyers, but she does so with your own best interests at heart. We learned very quickly…

We have raved to everyone we know about what a great experience we had with Sharon Gillman selling our home. The bottom line, she got us a price we were pleased with. Sharon was a pro in every way, highly motivated and assiduous in her research. Sharon has a wealth of experience with 30 years in real estate, which is truly what you want from someone selling your home. What’s more, Sharon is simply one of the nicest people we have ever met. She will look around your home with an experienced eye and give you some (much-needed) tough love about what needs to go and what needs to be presented differently in order to attract buyers, but she does so with your own best interests at heart. We learned very quickly that the faster you listen to Sharon and do what she wisely advises, the faster you will successfully sell your home!

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Sarah R.

I have worked with Sharon since 2003 - a total of 4 sales transactions and 5 purchases. She is the consummate professional in tailoring each search to my unique needs. Here's where Sharon really shines: getting a sale contract to the finish line of being a closed deal. It's always such an anxious time. I know I'm in very good hands with Sharon: she has great referrals for inspectors and attorneys, she addresses my buyer's questions, and she is laser-focused on managing all the small details that can derail a deal if not attended to properly. Sharon is market-savvy and smart.

John B.

Sharon Gillman knows Chicago real estate and she knows people. We were in the market for an additional unit in our existing building. She worked with the Realtor® on the sales side to make a deal that worked for both sides. It was a no-nonsense, quick negotiation that led to a short turn-around time. Sharon is a "full-service" Realtor®, helping us find a reasonably priced attorney, inspection person, and anything we needed. It was during COVID and we closed within days of acceptance.

Tom & Jennifer

I have known Marissa for many years both personally and professionally and I can honestly say, that she is a class act. Marissa is smart, hard-working, and extremely thoughtful. She exudes a certain kind of warmth, grace, and fair-mindedness that is rare. I plan on recommending Marissa to friends and business associates, and will certainly work with her again in the future. She was an integral part in our making the sale of our home stress-free.

Irene S.

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 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.

Marissa is thoughtful, goes above and beyond what is necessary, is willing to do what others shy away from, and is humble and kind. The difference between those that are good and those that are great is that greatness comes from doing a little bit more all of the time. Marissa does a little bit more, even when she doesn’t have to, and to me, that was priceless.

Helen Y.

Sharon was fabulous. We have used her multiple times and with great success. During the sales process, she was very proactive about getting visibility in the market and is always prompt and organized. We will be in need of Realtor® services again in the next few years and look forward to having Sharon handle our needs.

Steven E.

What a pleasure it is to work with Marissa! She has an impressive ability to gauge client needs and a wonderful sense of quality and style. Her insight of market conditions and advice in negotiating are invaluable. Marissa Schaefer is a real find in the real estate arena.

Sandy R.

We appreciated your professionalism and earnest efforts on our behalf. The experience was made all the more pleasant for me because you have handled us so well. If I have to be involved in real estate transactions, I want you on our team.

Harry S.

Marissa is truly outstanding! She is responsive, attentive and provides outstanding advice to her clients. I have had the pleasure of working with Marissa for a number of years and can only say that I would highly recommend her.

Alexis S.

The professionalism, patience, and overall service of Sharon Gillman were truly appreciated. She made our move from San Diego a pleasure and a happy experience.

Ron G.

I can’t say enough about how easy both Sharon & Marissa made it for us while selling our home. From the pin-point 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 the 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.

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 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.

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 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.