Allison McCarthy is a leading Western Suburbs real estate agent known for more than two decades of hyper‑local expertise and a strategic, intuitive approach to client representation. Her understanding of pricing, positioning, and negotiation gives buyers and sellers a clear advantage across all market conditions. She works throughout La Grange, Western Springs, Hinsdale, Westchester, and surrounding communities, where clients rely on her steady guidance and informed perspective.
Allison's approach blends market intelligence with a calm, deliberate style. She listens closely, reads between the lines, and quickly identifies the factors that truly drive a transaction. Her ability to pace a deal—advancing when the moment is right and holding when it's not—creates an experience that feels intentional, informed, and intelligently managed.
Allison holds a Negotiation Consultant Certification. Before real estate, she worked as a manager on a trading floor, advising clients in high‑pressure, fast‑moving environments. That background sharpened her ability to think quickly, manage volatility, and protect client interests at the table. She also holds a Staging Consultant Certification, combining analytical skill with a natural eye for design to enhance perceived value and drive stronger offers.
Her work includes leading the repositioning and successful close‑out of two major luxury condo developments—THE HILL in Elmhurst and Foxford Station in Western Springs—where she was brought in during COVID to rebuild momentum and drive absorption. Through refined positioning, targeted marketing, and a reset of on‑site strategy, she contributed to the sale of 32 units totaling $22.7M.
In low‑inventory markets, Allison is known for her creativity and resourcefulness. She uncovers off‑market opportunities, leverages her network, and finds solutions where others see limitations, giving clients meaningful access and a competitive edge. Her design expertise further elevates listings, helping sellers present their homes at their highest potential.
Clients describe Allison as intuitive, direct, and unwaveringly focused on their goals. She anticipates needs, communicates with clarity, and advocates with strength. Buying or selling a home is a major financial and emotional investment, and Allison is the agent people trust to guide them with strategy, insight, and steady judgment.
