Chicago Real Estate Relocation Services

At SPG Chicago, we are dedicated to assisting relocation clients manage all of their real estate needs.

Changing jobs and location is difficult enough, and then there is the overwhelming burden of finding a new place to live. Along with identifying the perfect house, there are many other factors that have to be considered when deciding upon the ideal neighborhood.

Many of our brokers have personally relocated and can attest to the numerous challenges that moving entails, and are ready to assist you with your move to the Chicago area.

Understanding the process provides us with the perfect foundation needed to customize the services we offer to each individual situation:

  • Housing Options
  • Detailed Property Listings
  • Video Tours (for out-of-State clients)
  • Complimentary Home Valuation Services
  • School District Data & Summaries
  • Community & Neighborhood Information
  • Transportation & Commuting Details
  • Finance, Mortgage & Legal Partners
  • Home Inspection, Remodeling, Renovation & Landscaping Experts
  • Moving Company Specialists

SPG Chicago becomes an additional member of your team and helps the relocation process go as smoothly as possible for everyone involved.

Please do not hesitate to contact us, so that we can discuss your individual needs and how we can best assist you given your particular situation.

Who is SPG Chicago?

SPG Chicago Real Estate (Standard Properties Group) is a real estate firm based in Chicago that offers a wide range of real estate services. The company is involved in residential real estate development, buying and selling services for both buyers and sellers, and sponsors investment opportunities creating value for investor partners. SPG Chicago specializes in delivering tailored solutions, with expertise in home building, alternative real estate investments, property marketing, and project management.

The team at SPG Chicago Real Estate includes experienced professionals who offer strategic advice and manage real estate transactions across multiple channels. This could include assistance with property acquisition, new home construction, renovation projects, and property sales & marketing. They also cater to real estate investors by offering guidance on various investment strategies, sourcing properties, and providing access to capital or partnership opportunities.

SPG Chicago Real Estate is known for its hands-on approach, offering personalized customer service with a focus on local market expertise. The firm leverages innovative tools and technologies to better serve its clients, utilizing advanced market data analysis and key metrics, along with compelling digital marketing strategies to sell homes quickly and at the best possible price.

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SPG is an independently owned, full service real estate brokerage offering expert market insights to Western Springs, La Grange, and La Grange Park home owners. Benefit from “big” brokerage tools & resources, with the flexibility & service level of a family business. Whether you are selling a luxury home, or an “as-is” estate, we have a cost-saving solution for you without sacrificing quality or service.

If you are considering selling your home, please contact us through the form below for a no obligation consultation, or email [email protected] with questions regarding this offer. Thank you.

 

New Company Pictures

SPG Chicago Real Estate Team Picture updated for 2023/2024!

Pictured From Left to Right:

Top Row: Peter Blythe, Selena Georgelos, Spiro Georgelos

Bottom Row: Sarah Gilligan, Melissa Schumacher

SPG Welcomes Melissa Schumacher

The SPG team welcomes our newest broker and legendary Beverly resident Melissa Schumacher! As an active community member with life-long roots in the Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhoods, Melissa brings new insight and energy to the team.
BIO: Melissa joins the SPG team as a lifelong Beverly/Morgan Park resident; active in the community with deep roots and a large network to draw on for a positive customer experience. With 20 years experience in the social service and education fields, Melissa is excited to translate her attention to detail, active listening skills and ability to cultivate positive customer relationships into the real estate field.

Hot off the press! Business Spotlight on SPG Chicago

Hot off the press! Business Spotlight on SPG Chicago Real Estate in The Villager newspaper highlighting SPG’s local connection to the Beverly & Morgan Park neighborhoods. Many thanks to Brittany Wiley and the The Beverly Area Planning Association for the write-up.

 

New Listing! 10810 S Hoyne Ave [Beverly/Morgan Park]

The real estate market continues to stay red-hot in the Spring of 2021 as our newest listing at 10810 S Hoyne Ave Chicago, IL 60643  was under contract on day #1. This charming 4 bedroom home is move-in-ready and just steps to Crescent Park in a prime Beverly/Morgan Park location offering the best of city neighborhood living. Property exclusively listed and marketed by SPG Chicago Real Estate / Selena Georgelos [Partner | Broker]

Just Listed! 105 30th St | La Grange Park

We’re officially on the market with our newest renovation/redesign of a classic 1950’s split-level in La Grange Park. Mid-century detailing showcased throughout featuring a master suite, 4 total bedrooms, 3 full baths, finished lower level, multi-purpose 3-seasons room, attached garage, and private back yard space. Easy access to La Grange, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, and only 15 miles to downtown Chicago. Click here to view full listing details!

Project Details & Specs: New Construction Home in Western Springs, Summer 2020 Completion!

SPG Chicago presents 3908 Rose Ave Western Springs, an upgraded new construction home which is FOR SALE with Summer 2020 delivery.

SPG has teamed up with joint venture partners Accretive Properties & HD One Construction as well as strategic partners Paul Bilek [style design & construction detailing] & Synergy Design Group [architectural design] to produce a home with its own signature style and high efficiency in the desirable Old Town neighborhood of Western Springs.

The property is currently in the rough carpentry stage, and interested buyers are welcome to drive by. Once framing is complete, guided tours will be available by appointment. Unbeatable value for new construction in an area with sales in the millions. The home is available FOR SALE while it is being built which creates a fantastic opportunity to upgrade & customize above and beyond our specifications.

[Front elevation]

[Sketch of entry foyer & hallway]

[Main level floor plan]

[2nd level floor plan]

[Finished basement floor plan]

[Framing stage 02-19-20]

[View across the street from 2nd level – Former project 3913 Rose in view]

[Sereda Park right outside your door]

[2nd level master suite with sight lines to park]

Layout & Highlights:

  • Professional Interior & Exterior Design with custom trim/finish details & built-in features
  • Incredible value for upgraded new construction [Closed sales 980K-1.77M]
  • Elevated Interior lot with partial views to Sereda Park [Play ground & ball fields]
  • 9′ ceilings on main & 2nd levels
  • Window configuration will bring in lots of natural light
  • Floor plan designed for daily living and entertaining
  • Open concept kitchen & family room
  • Living areas overlook backyard
  • Separate dining room [Custom ceiling detail]
  • Butler’s pantry [Custom, to include cabinets, floating shelving & quartz counters]
  • 4 bedrooms on 2nd level with 5th in the full finished basement
  • 4.1 baths | 4 full baths, with powder room on main level
  • Designer master suite with master bath and 10 x 7 walk-in closet
  • En Suite [perfect for overnight guests]
  • Mud room [access from attached 2-car garage]
  • Full & finished basement with full bath, 5th bedroom, recreation space, mechanicals & storage
  • Rear deck [10 x 13]
  • Covered front porch [Stained tongue & groove wood ceiling]
  • Access to top schools, parks, Metra, public pool and all that the village of Western Springs offers

Project Specs

General

  • Conforms to International Energy Conservation Code specifications
  • Built per approved architectural & civil engineering plans via building permit
  • Upgraded & Energy Star rated materials
  • Experienced design/build team with vast portfolio of completed projects

Exterior

  • James Hardie cement backed Lap Siding [Light Mist with Arctic White board & batten accents]
  • Timberline HD Architectural 30-year shingles [Charcoal]
  • Energy Star & Certified NFRC Certified double hung windows [Low-E, Argon Fill, Double Glazing]
  • High R-Value insulated carriage-style garage door with insulated windows & Craftsman motor
  • Covered Front porch [concrete] and stained tongue & groove ceiling
  • Rear deck [10 x13 treated wood]
  • Footings, foundation walls, slabs, with steel reinforcement
  • Foundation footing, 20″ wide & 10″ thick
  • 1″ rigid board insulation on exterior foundation wall
  • 2″ rigid board [R-10] under basement slab
  • 4″ concrete basement & garage slab [4″ stone bedding, 6mil vapor barrier & wire mesh]
  • 4″ concrete driveway & walkway [4″ stone bedding, 6mil vapor barrier & wire mesh]
  • Drywell to absorb excess rain water [below grade, south/rear yard]
  • Window wells with grated covers

Systems & Mechanicals

  • New Water Service line [Copper from both village and into the home]
  • Rheem High efficient TANKLESS hot water heater [Gas]
  • 2 separate Rheem High efficient HVAC systems
  • 2 Aprilaire Humidifiers
  • 200 AMP Electrical Service
  • Fire Sprinkler system
  • Radon gas mitigation system
  • Drain tile [exterior] & sump pump
  • Ejector pump & overhead sewer
  • Insulation R-values to the 2015 IECC requirements
  • Gas service for cooking, dryer, fireplace & hot water heater

Interior

  • 9’ foot ceilings [main level & 2nd level]
  • Fireplace [Heat & Glo gas start/gas log unit with remote]
  • Fireplace facade & mantel [Custom built on site]
  • 2-panel recessed doors [SOLID CORE]
  • Clean-look trim carpentry (flat/square trim profile for baseboards, window & door casing
  • Oak stair treads with oval metal balusters [Custom post+hand rails built & stained on site]
  • 3.25″ inch Oak hardwood floors on main level, stair cases, hallways & master [finished on site]
  • Proprietary floor stain blend (mixed on site)
  • Carpet in beds #1, #2, #3 & basement
  • Stylish light fixtures & hardware [Black]
  • Recessed & under-mount lighting
  • Custom interior painting [Doors and trim sprayed]
  • MSI Quartz counters throughout [Arctic White]
  • Fresh tile designs throughout
  • White shaker “soft-close” kitchen cabinets with black hardware
  • 6′ Island with quartz counter
  • Butler’s pantry [Custom design]
  • Bosch appliances [Fridge, wall mount double oven, microwave, 36″ cooktop, dish washer]
  • Full Finished basement with 5th bedroom, 4th full bath, rec room, storage & mechanical room
  • Egress window [basement bedroom]
  • 2nd level laundry room with cabinet & sink
  • Master suite with large walk in closet & master bath
  • Designer master bath with separate shower, free standing tub, tempered glass door, dual vanity & water closet
  • En suite bathroom [connected to bedroom 3]
  • 3rd full bath on 2nd level for bedrooms 1 & 2
  • Powder room on main level [Tile]
  • Mud room with access from attached garage [Custom bench, slop sink, closet, tile]
  • Ceiling fan in all bedrooms [with remotes]
  • Carpet in beds #1, #2, #3 + basement

Location Benefits

  • Great “in town”neighborhood feel with access to many resources
  • Sereda Park location [Playground, soccer & baseball fields at your door step!]
  • Public pool & Theatre of Western Springs [performing arts] just blocks away
  • 0.4 Miles to John Laidlaw Elementary school and Laidlaw Park!
  • Just 1 mile to Downtown Western Springs & Metra with service to Union Station
  • 4 minute drive, 5 minute bike ride & 20 minute walk to downtown & train
  • Quick access to I-294
  • Neighboring La Grange, Hinsdale & Oak Brook provide an abundance of shopping/retail
  • Whole Foods and Trader Joes nearby

Investor Partnerships

SPG Chicago offers real estate investors an opportunity to plug into our established property sourcing, marketing and construction platform. Through affiliated partnerships with Chicago’s top construction & design professionals, SPG Chicago offers front-to-end advisory, project management, construction, property marketing and brokerage services with partnership structures tailored for each opportunity.

Just recently, the team successfully produced and sold a stellar project at 3913 Rose Ave in Western Springs which was a complete renovation with 2nd floor addition. Our experienced team executed on target with the investment duration and within the client’s return expectation range.

Snap shots showing the progression:

Contact us if you are an investor interested in learning more about our partnership options.