Client Testimonials

Chris is very dedicated to his clients and helped us find the perfect home~ He is very knowledgable; ... read moreChris is very dedicated to his clients and helped us find the perfect home~ He is very knowledgable; we appreciated his enthusiasm and understanding of Oak Park and the surrounding areas. His professionalism and attention to detail were exemplary. We would not hesitate recommending him! read less

As first time home buyers, we couldn't have been luckier to work with Chris Garvey. From start to finish he... read moreAs first time home buyers, we couldn't have been luckier to work with Chris Garvey. From start to finish he was patient in our search and extremely knowledgeable about the OPRF and surrounding areas. He never hesitated to tell us the good, the bad, and sometimes ugly about potential properties to ensure we were making the right choice for the right value for our family.

Chris is extremely down to earth and genuinely cares about his clients. Whether you are buying or selling your home, we cannot recommend him highly enough. 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

After having such a great experience buying our first home with Chris, we turned to him when we were selling... read moreAfter having such a great experience buying our first home with Chris, we turned to him when we were selling our home and could not be happier with the results. He gave us amazing advice and tips on how to present our home while still living in it, and we ended up selling immediately, which was our wish since we had to move across country! As first time home sellers we appreciated him walking us through the process. Also I want to mention that Chris truly knows the real estate industry like the back of his hand. When we were in the midst of buying our new house and farm in Vermont and were having trouble with the seller agent and mortgage companies, Chris helped us out even with those stressful issues even though there was nothing in it for him! Chris is just an amazing guy. read less

Chris was very accommodating, and willing to go the extra mile. We are very happy with the results and... read moreChris was very accommodating, and willing to go the extra mile. We are very happy with the results and his commitment to make this an enjoyable experience for us.1 read less

Chris was awesome. He helped me move into my first condo. He also helped do all the paper work and... read moreChris was awesome. He helped me move into my first condo. He also helped do all the paper work and found a awesome attorney for me. Chris was also by his phone 24/7 to answer any questions I had. If you want the best guy in Chicagoland use Chris!!!!! read less

I’ve worked with Chris to purchase two investment properties and tour single family homes. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND working with Chris;... read moreI’ve worked with Chris to purchase two investment properties and tour single family homes. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND working with Chris; he’s extremely knowledgable and will guide you every step of the way. When it comes to touring houses, negotiating an offer, closing, and more, Chris will far exceed your expectations. Chris is very experienced and has seen it all before; this will pay off if you have a unique situation (in my case, being an out-of-town buyer).

When I started my search, it was immediately clear how knowledgeable Chris is. He was able to answer all of my questions about a variety of neighborhoods in the city and suburbs, often giving great examples from memory of specific blocks and properties that might be a good fit. When touring properties, Chris was patient and helpful -- he even suggested that we take a second look at several properties, which ultimately helped me decide what I wanted. Chris also has a good deal of contractor type knowledge and was able to give insight on what repairs/costs I might need to consider as we toured various properties. Chris is a very good negotiator and will help you get the best deal; for both of my purchases, Chris was able to negotiate even lower than what I thought our best case scenario was.

Whatever your goal is, Chris will go the extra mile to help you make it happen. I just closed a property in Oak Park that I plan to rent out. Because I live in California and have a busy travel schedule it was going to be difficult for me to coordinate the necessary repairs and secure a tenant in a timely manner. Chris offered to find a tenant for me, AND coordinate the flooring & painting upgrades that were needed before the tenant moved in. For two weeks after the sale had closed, Chris was coordinating these upgrades on my behalf! You will not find another agent who is as capable, or cares more about his clients. If you’re reading this consider yourself lucky -- you’ve just come across the best agent in the business: Chris Garvey! read less

I was extremely happy with the work Chris did while I went through the buying and selling process. Chris... read moreI was extremely happy with the work Chris did while I went through the buying and selling process. Chris handled both sides of our deals. He sold the house we lived in and found the house we bought.He was always very on top of things. What I like to refer to as mentally well organized. He made me feel like I was his only client when we worked together. (Obviously, he couldn't make a living if that were true.) But, it was his memory of what I liked, didn't like, the purchase price I was looking towards, on and on that made me feel that my needs for both the sale and the purchase were important. 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

He was very friendly and helpful. Always willing to show whatever property we wanted. He always made time to show... read moreHe was very friendly and helpful. Always willing to show whatever property we wanted. He always made time to show us different properties. I would recommend him to anyone. read less

As first time home buyers my husband and I didn't know anything about real estate (or even mortgages for that... read moreAs first time home buyers my husband and I didn't know anything about real estate (or even mortgages for that matter), but wow did Chris make the entire home buying process so painless and even fun! He really listened to what my husband and I were interested in, never rushed us, and was so on top of everything all the time it was just...the best experience! He found us our perfect home and I am so thankful we were able to get it - thank you Chris!! 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 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 is so knowledgeable about Oak Park and a genuinely nice person. We learned a lot while touring with him.... read moreChris is so knowledgeable about Oak Park and a genuinely nice person. We learned a lot while touring with him. He knew what to look for in some of the older Oak Park homes and offered perspective that we needed to hear about schools, necessary renovations, and Oak Park quirks. read less

Caroline is an amazing realtor. As first time home buyers, we began this process with a different realtor and did... read moreCaroline is an amazing realtor. As first time home buyers, we began this process with a different realtor and did not have a positive experience. We almost walked away from the buying process all together.

Caroline was/is an informative & tenacious realtor. We learned so much about every aspect of the process. She listened to our needs and respected our financial parameters. Caroline was always positive and kept our spirits high. We can not recommend her enough, and if and when we want to sell, she will be our realtor again 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

We were looking for investment properties in Chicago and the western suburbs and found what we think is the best... read moreWe were looking for investment properties in Chicago and the western suburbs and found what we think is the best agent we could have ever found. Chris Garvey helped us search through hundreds of properties and gave us honest and accurate assessments of many, many homes and mult unit buildings. Always ready to help 24/7! Super friendly and always on time too!!! We could not have done it without him. If you are looking for an honest realtor that makes you feel at ease through the whole process, we highly recommend Chris Garvey. 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