Sam Shaffer

About Sam

For Sam Shaffer, the recipe for success is hustle—with a huge helping of humility. And that hard work has paid off—as he is recognized again as the top 1% broker for all Realtors by the Chicago Association. But none of that success has gone to his head. “I never want to rest on my laurels,” he says. “I’m still striving to be better. I still have a lot that I want to accomplish and achieve—so every day is a grind and a hustle.” That nose to-the-grind attitude and humble spirit is what differentiates Shaffer from his competitors. Restless, detail-oriented, empathetic—this is Shaffer. “I have truly my client’s ultimate best interest in mind every step of the way,” he says. “I am not chasing the money or the paycheck. I’m chasing the client’s ultimate satisfaction to provide the best real estate experience possible.” For clients about to list, Shaffer offers these three “must” tips: “Price it properly; have the home in showing condition (staging, decluttering); and make sure you properly advertise.” For buyers, tip No. 1 is to make sure you are prequalified so you know your exact buying power—advice worth keeping in mind for what Shaffer thinks will be a market frenzy come spring. Look for Ukrainian Village and Fulton Market to continue to be hot neighborhoods, he predicts—and areas close to public transportation (specially the Blue Line) to see a resurgence as more people return to the office. But ultimately, no matter where you’re buying or selling in Chi Town or surrounding suburbs, Chicago Properties Firm owner Sam Shaffer will eat, sleep and breathe your dream until you are “over the moon,” he says.

about 5 years ago

An absolute pleasure to work with

We bought and then later sold (~6yrs later) our condo with Sam and his team. They knew the market extremely well and they were able to advise us properly. Also quick to respond, always accommodating, and made sure to move at a pace we were comfortable with. From our experience they prioritize the relationship with their clients above everything else. If we find ourselves back in the Chicago market we’ll be working with them again!

about 5 years ago

I would recommend working with Sam to anyone

Sam had my best interest top of mind ALWAYS and this was reflected in the attentiveness, thoughtfulness and guidance he provided throughout the buying and selling process. Sam is incredibly knowledgeable of the Chicago real estate market and all the other things that come with owning a home as well.

over 5 years ago

We highly recommend Sam and his team to anyone

Sam and his team are extremely knowledgeable, very responsive, and great people to know and work with. Sam helped us buy our first home a few years ago and helped us sell that same place (during a pandemic!) when we needed to relocate. We highly recommend Sam and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Chicago.

over 5 years ago

Sam and his Chicago Properties team are fantastic

Sam and his Chicago Properties team are fantastic. Sam is extremely buttoned up and professional. He’s a great partner, very proactive and committed to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. He has a strong pulse on the market and guides with savvy. I would highly recommend working with him and Chicago Properties!

over 5 years ago

Sam and his Chicago Properties team are fantastic

Sam is extremely buttoned up and professional. He’s a great partner, very proactive and committed to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. He has a strong pulse on the market and guides with savvy. I would highly recommend working with him and Chicago Properties!

almost 6 years ago

I would recommend working with Sam to anyone

I would recommend working with Sam to anyone. Sam had my best interest top of mind ALWAYS and this was reflected in the attentiveness, thoughtfulness and guidance he provided throughout the buying and selling process. Sam is incredibly knowledgeable of the Chicago real estate market and all the other things that come with owning a home as well.

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