Client Testimonials

By chance, I was connected with Chris after an inquiry via Zillow, and what a fortunate thing that was. ... read moreBy chance, I was connected with Chris after an inquiry via Zillow, and what a fortunate thing that was. I was new to the Oak Park area, and Chris was hands down the most knowledgeable agent I'd spoken with in my house hunt to that point. The home finding / buying process with Chris was fantastic. He was always available for viewings and he quickly got to know my situation and what I was looking for. He would then tailor his recommendations based in that. Once we found the right place, he did an amazing job on the offer and negotiation, ensuring we got the best deal on our condo.I can't recommend Chris highly enough! read less

When looking for a home, Chris and Caroline provided such a wonderful experience. They are super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.... read moreWhen looking for a home, Chris and Caroline provided such a wonderful experience. They are super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Chris especially was always available and flexible with last minute home viewings. Not to mention he is extremely honest and I always felt like I could trust him. He helped me find my dream condo! Thank you both! read less

My wife and I started looking at homes in Winter of 2015. We had a low level of urgency,... read moreMy wife and I started looking at homes in Winter of 2015. We had a low level of urgency, and started off just wanting to explore available options in our desired area (Oak Park). Working with Chris was great early on, because he was willing to work with us as casually as we wanted at that time. He was willing to look at homes with us whenever we wanted, and was well aware of changes in the local market that related to our preferences. It was low pressure, informative, and highly enjoyable.

In the Spring, we got more serious, and wanted to go look at houses more frequently and in a wider area--we had decided that we wanted to look in Naperville and Downers Grove as well as Oak Park. Chris was more than accommodating, and very knowledgeable of all the areas in which we were looking.

In the end, we decided that we wanted to buy a house in Naperville that needed some short-term work, and Chris was very helpful through the finance-securing process to make sure that the decision made sense for us, which we really appreciated. We would probably not be in the house we bought if not for Chris' thoughtful, informative, and low-pressure approach.

Chris has lived in, renovated, and sold many of his own homes, so his knowledge base extends beyond "basic" real estate know-how. He has a strong understanding of the true value of the homes he tours, as well as the potential issues that a buyer may run into. It was great to have his foresight working on our behalf.

Not only was Chris helpful, knowledgeable, and honest, but he was also fun to spend time with. I grew to look forward to house hunting on weekends. We could not be happier with the experience. Thanks Chris! read less

Chris listed and sold our home in just a few short weeks. The whole process went without a hitch. We... read moreChris listed and sold our home in just a few short weeks. The whole process went without a hitch. We highly recommend Chris to others looking to buy or sell. read less

Chris found us our dream home. Through his network he was able to help us with our loan, insurance... read moreChris found us our dream home. Through his network he was able to help us with our loan, insurance and contractor for renovations. He is an expert in the River Forest, Oak Park, and Elmwood Park areas. A true pro! read less

Chris Garvey is FANTASTIC!After employing him for both a sale of a condo in Oak Park, a purchase of a... read moreChris Garvey is FANTASTIC!After employing him for both a sale of a condo in Oak Park, a purchase of a three-story home in Forest Park, and the sale of two condos in Evanston, Illinois, we can’t say enough wonderful things about him! He and his Team hit a grand slam every single time! We kept hiring him because he’s the right guy for the job!He absolutely loves what he does. He loves his communities. He takes the care, the time, and the resources needed for each task involved in the process, and he pays the attention to detail that is necessary to get the sale and/or purchase done right and done quickly. He has knowledge about Oak Park real estate and history and the surrounding Chicago areas, like no other. His accessibility is unparalleled. Chris Garvey exceeded our expectations every time, in every way. He has obviously devoted his life to this stuff! It is his passion and an experience he loves ... with each individual client, with each of his families, and each of his neighborhoods.Unlike all the others realtors out there (whether local, regional, or national), his knowledge extends to all of the other stuff that you need to know about before and after (and, of course, throughout) the sale/purchase process, e.g., he knows the best contractors, developers, and lawyers, and he has an unmatched working knowledge relative to local and state ordinances and laws and construction, engineering, remodeling, decorating, and design. If he doesn’t, he makes sure to acquire the knowledge and information for you, so that you don’t have to do the work. ... so that you do not have to worry.In short, you get so much more than a realtor when you hire Chris Garvey and his Team!You absolutely won’t be disappointed. We promise!CHRIS GARVEY IS YOUR GUY!Jennifer & David(We have not in any way been paid by Chris to say the above. In fact, please contact Chris if you would like to speak to us about our experience. We believe in him and his Team so much that we are willing to give our time to share our wonderful experiences with him.) read less

Chris was an invaluable asset for purchasing my first ever multi-unit investment property. His knowledge of building codes and... read moreChris was an invaluable asset for purchasing my first ever multi-unit investment property. His knowledge of building codes and ability to spot both serious problems in a home and point out potential value-adding aspects sellers aren't highlighting is very useful, and if he doesn't know it, he knows somebody who does. He has a Rolodex of real estate lawyers, mortgage originators, inspectors, contractors, and pretty much anyone you could possibly need to purchase and improve your home.

We toured over 15 properties, ranging in value from $700,000 to $1,300,000 in Wicker Park, Bucktown, River West, Lakeview, and Lincoln Park. He was always able to work within my schedule and never wasted my time (Unlike some of the Chicago realtors I've worked with before). I'm confident that the purchase I made will be a great investment. After some minor renovation I see no reason why it shouldn't cap out over 6.5%!

Compared to the standard Chicago realtor who doesn't know anything about the properties they are showing and are just in it for the commission, I couldn't recommend Chris more. I look forward to using him again to find new renters and my next property purchase. read less

My husband and I were referred to Chris by a friend of ours, and we are so ecstatic for i!... read moreMy husband and I were referred to Chris by a friend of ours, and we are so ecstatic for i! We began working with Chris in a more exploratory phase, thinking we would not purchase a home for a few more months. Chris did not place any pressure on us at all, even knowing (or so we thought) that we weren't quite ready to buy a home. He is truly knowledgeable about the community he serves. Chris' insight led us to see a fabulous home, one that we might not have otherwise decided to look at, that we can now call our own! He also is incredibly smart when it comes to home repairs and design. Chris was very strategic when it came time to putting in an offer on our home, which led to us getting an AMAZING price with no negotiations! We had a fabulous business relationship with Chris, and truly feel we gained a friend for life in buying our home! read less

Chris is really good, he spends time to explain our questions and is very informative. He is very detail oriented... read moreChris is really good, he spends time to explain our questions and is very informative. He is very detail oriented and showed us how to look for water damage and other issues with a house. read less

Thanks for fantastic service, Alexander! I appreciate you coming out so quickly, doing a great job, and being such a... read moreThanks for fantastic service, Alexander! I appreciate you coming out so quickly, doing a great job, and being such a professional. I will be coming back to your business for all locksmith needs in the future. read less

Chris Garvey Continues To Be The First Choice Of My Family To Make Informed Decisions About The Realty World. We... read moreChris Garvey Continues To Be The First Choice Of My Family To Make Informed Decisions About The Realty World. We Have All Of Our Questions Answered In A Timely Manner. Absolutely No Hesitation, I Would Have To Recommend Chris And His Team! read less

As a first time homebuyer, I really needed someone to patiently walk me through the process. Chris is so knowledgeable,... read moreAs a first time homebuyer, I really needed someone to patiently walk me through the process. Chris is so knowledgeable, was always available, and explained things to me in a way that made me feel capable and respected. From beginning to end, he was great at showing me options I liked, negotiating a contract, and answering any questions that came up. I am so grateful for all of his help and advice while purchasing my first home! I highly recommend his services. read less

Chris, where do I start.. You ARE the best realtor in Oak Park by far. We're so grateful to have... read moreChris, where do I start.. You ARE the best realtor in Oak Park by far. We're so grateful to have your help and knowledge in buying our first home. I'm even a little sad that we won't get to look at houses together anymore, but very happy to have our new home. Thank you so very much for your kindness and patience and generosity. We were so very lucky to have you.

Kelly and Dave read less

Chris is one of the smartest Agents I've encountered. His knowledge of Real Estate and work Ethic is why I... read moreChris is one of the smartest Agents I've encountered. His knowledge of Real Estate and work Ethic is why I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him!! read less

Chris was very helpful guiding us through our first home purchase. He was always available for questions and was extremely... read moreChris was very helpful guiding us through our first home purchase. He was always available for questions and was extremely easy to work with. I highly recommend him. read less

This was my first experience buying a home and Chris made it completely painless! I can't say enough positive... read moreThis was my first experience buying a home and Chris made it completely painless! I can't say enough positive things about my experience with working with Chris. He was incredibly responsive and called me back the first day I demonstrated interest in a property. He set up a day of walkthroughs and gave me his honest opinion of each property. When I decided on the place that I fell in love with, he expedited the offer and reassured me through the process. It's obvious by working with Chris that he loves his job, enjoys working with people, and has many years of experience. I would definitely work with Chris again! read less

Chris is absolutely the best! We bought and sold a house using his team, after a year passed he was... read moreChris is absolutely the best! We bought and sold a house using his team, after a year passed he was still there for me helping me to solve random things and supporting in other requests! His service goes away beyond the post sale... read less

Chris has been much more than a regular agent. He was always available and willing to help. For foreigners like... read moreChris has been much more than a regular agent. He was always available and willing to help. For foreigners like us (we are from Brazil), he was very patient and after the closing, he also helped us to settle down with other aspects, becoming a friend of the family. read less