Ethics, Energy and Real Estate @ Work

"I Love What I Do!  This shows through my unending drive and determination to provide the best service to my Buying and Selling Partners.  Yes, that's right, I said partners.  In every transaction a partnership is formed and in order for the buying or selling process to be completed, my clients and myself have to feel comfortable with each other and the committment we make to see each other through to the end.  This is such an important part of a successful real estate experience...if we don't click then we move on... 

Combining my years of experience in sales with additional training, I am now a Certified Negotiation Expert, an Accredited Buyers Representitive and a Member of the Luxury Home Marketing Institute.  I am dedicated to providing exceptional service to my clients before, during, and after the buying and selling process, my standards, based on honesty, thorough follow through and quick response time always assure my clients will be happy with the results."


Ellen Baren joined @properties after a successful 20 year Sales and Management Career in Arts Administration at The Second City Theater in Chicago.  As a graduate of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, she has a solid back ground in working both independently and in collaboration to get the job done.  Specializing in neighborhoods along the Chicago Lakefront, such as Edgewater Glen, Lakewood Balmoral, Andersonville, Rogers Park and West Ridge & now as a member of the @properties Northshore Team, you can expect a solid knowledge base of neighborhoods, homes, schools, entertainment and transactions.

Home Sellers can expect to benefit from an aggressive, innovative marketing plan for the sale of their property, as well as outstanding personal service. @properties has created new standards of excellence for the Chicago Real Estate Community. With progressive marketing programs including high-impact advertising and collateral, state-of-the-art direct mail and email, and a customizable and easily navigated real estate website.  Home Buyers can expect to receive the benefit of professional guidance and extensive market knowledge in the search for their home, as well as knowledgeable and aggressive representation during the negotiating/purchasing process.

I am everything needed to assure a smooth, well organized and successful transaction.

Call me for a free phone consultation!  312.804.1049