Born and raised in Oak Park and River Forest, Chris Garvey knows the area extremely well and is consistently one of the top selling realtors in the area. Chris is also a "Top Rated Real Estate Award Winner" and a Five Star Premier Agent on Trulia and Zillow.
Chris has become one of the very best Oak Park and River Forest real estate agents by providing a level of service that goes beyond what the ordinary broker does. For buyers, he doesn’t just show you the home, he teaches you about the home, the block it is on, the neighborhood and its schools and walkability. For sellers, he doesn’t just list your home, he provides you with an aggressive 89 point marketing plan and a team of experts that will net you the most amount of money in the least amount of time.
Chris says:
My approach to home buyers is one of friendly conversation about the area and its homes with a long-term perspective towards finding them the right investment in their future. Take your time getting to know the neighborhoods, home styles, and what makes Oak Park, River Forest, Elmwood Park and other areas a great place to live.
For buyers, my goal is to find you the right home, at the best price, in the right time, while providing you with an enjoyable process of touring homes and learning about the neighborhoods and their amenities. For home sellers, my goal is to net you the most amount of money, in the shortest amount of time, with the least amount of problems.
The great success I have with my clients stems from a few things in my background. First and foremost I would say that growing up in this beautiful, multicultural community has truly helped me become a better person and communicator. The second most important factor is my experience as a teacher in the local school systems. I have taught at Oak Park and River Forest high school and until just recently, I used to coach the debate team at OPRF high school. (My wife Nancy was also a nurse at Hatch elementary school in Oak Park.) Another fun fact is that I have lived in over 11 homes in Oak Park/River Forest and rehabbed seven of them. If you like HGTV or home renovation shows, you will love touring homes with me!
I offer great insight as to what can be done to a home, how much it is likely to cost, and whether or not the improvements will be a good investment for you as a home owner. My service to you goes way beyond that though. As you tour homes with me I will teach you about the homes, the neighborhoods, schools, parks and the great neighborhood “vibe”.
One final thing that my clients tell me they love about their experiences with me is that I do more than just show a home. I actually teach them about the home, the neighborhood, and the buying process. A little bit of the teacher in me comes through whenever I show a home:)
Feel free to call/text me any day of the week between 8 am and 11 pm. Home tour requests on short notice is ok! You do not have to be thinking of buying a home to go to see it. Touring with me is a fun and enjoyable experience and a great way to get to know the different home styles and neighborhoods. Don't hesitate to start touring right away. You can reach me at 312 434 3187
