Testimonials

We enlisted Michael's services when purchasing our first home, and had such a wonderful experience that when it was time for our next move there was no doubt we were giving him a call! Not only did he originally help guide us through the intricacies of buying our first home, a few years later when we decided to transition to a larger property he was an immense help in navigating the much trickier nuances of both selling and purchasing at the same time. You can't argue with the results: within a matter of days we had our offer accepted on the home we intended to purchase for a price we could afford, and as if that weren't enough we in turn had a (CASH!) offer above asking price within mere days of listing on our original condominium. We truly loved working with Michael; he is extremely knowledgeable, and was always very prompt in answering questions. He truly is available 24/7 and provides a calming influence during what can be a very stressful time. Knowing other friends and family who have used Michael I can assure you that they all had a similarly outstanding experience. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of a Realtor. 

We enlisted Michael's services when purchasing our first home, and had such a wonderful experience that when it was time for our next move there was no doubt we were giving him a call! Not only did he originally help guide us through the intricacies of buying our first home, a few years later when we decided to transition to a larger property he was an immense help in navigating the much trickier nuances of both selling and purchasing at the same time. You can't argue with the results: within a matter of days we had our offer accepted on the...

From the first meeting Michael and I had to discuss buying our first home he was knowledgeable on the neighborhoods, available inventory and told us exactly what we could expect- both emotionally and logistically throughout the process. He truly wanted us to find the perfect first home and never made me feel like we should settle, but rather showed us dozens of options in our preferred neighborhood and budget so we could decide what was most important to us. He was accommodative to our work schedule- showing us places on nights and weekends and calling us the second there was a new listing he thought would interest us. Once we found our dream home there was another offer and he helped us make an appropriate and competitive offer to the seller and worked very closely with seller's agent to help us get the condo without going over our budget. He walked us through the closing process and lawyer review, staying accessible and responsive through the very end.  I can't say enough good things about working with Michael and he will be the first call I make when we are ready to sell or buy another place in the Chicago area.

From the first meeting Michael and I had to discuss buying our first home he was knowledgeable on the neighborhoods, available inventory and told us exactly what we could expect- both emotionally and logistically throughout the process. He truly wanted us to find the perfect first home and never made me feel like we should settle, but rather showed us dozens of options in our preferred neighborhood and budget so we could decide what was most important to us. He was accommodative to our work schedule- showing us places on nights and weekends ...

My husband and I were unbelievably impressed by our experience with Michael. Prior to visiting properties, Michael took time to understand what we were looking for in a home and screened out options that did not align with our requirements. During our time together, Michael was very involved – from teaching us the appropriate questions to ask, to pointing out highway access at each location, his expertise, attention to detail and advice were incredibly valuable. Even after spending more than 8 hours straight looking at properties together, Michael still sat down with us at the end of the day to walk through a decision. He offered honest opinions and guided us through the decision making process. Michael turned the stress of finding a new home into an enjoyable and worry-free experience. We could not be happier with our new home or with Michael. He is by far the best realtor we have ever worked with and we look forward to buying future properties with him.

My husband and I were unbelievably impressed by our experience with Michael. Prior to visiting properties, Michael took time to understand what we were looking for in a home and screened out options that did not align with our requirements. During our time together, Michael was very involved – from teaching us the appropriate questions to ask, to pointing out highway access at each location, his expertise, attention to detail and advice were incredibly valuable. Even after spending more than 8 hours straight looking at properties together, M...

I can't recommend working with Sarah and Michael enough! They couldn't have been more professional and helpful from start to finish. As a first time home (condo) buyer, they were extremely well informed on buildings, knowledgeable on the pros/cons of different areas in the neighborhood and knew the right questions to ask to make sure I was staying in budget and making sure my needs were addressed. They were extremely patient throughout the whole process as I took much longer than I anticipated in the search, always sharing a plenty of options. They are a highly organized and efficient team- often being able to go see multiple units in under 2 hours!  Michael and Sarah guided me every step of the way- eventually finding the perfect place to call home! Thank you for all the hard work and making the home buying experience wonderful!

I can't recommend working with Sarah and Michael enough! They couldn't have been more professional and helpful from start to finish. As a first time home (condo) buyer, they were extremely well informed on buildings, knowledgeable on the pros/cons of different areas in the neighborhood and knew the right questions to ask to make sure I was staying in budget and making sure my needs were addressed. They were extremely patient throughout the whole process as I took much longer than I anticipated in the search, always sharing a plenty of option...

Michael has been my realtor for two transactions, and did excellent work both times. The first was a purchase during a “buyer’s market”—Michael’s counsel for patience, and his judgment as to the true market price were very helpful in our successful purchase. He helped us again with a second purchase this past summer when the market had changed to a seller’s market. We needed to move very quickly, and ended up having to outbid other interested purchasers. Michael’s advice was again spot on, including as to how best to structure the bid. Overall, I very much appreciated his knowledge of the market, his attention to detail during the closing process, and his calm, low key style throughout both transactions.

Michael has been my realtor for two transactions, and did excellent work both times. The first was a purchase during a “buyer’s market”—Michael’s counsel for patience, and his judgment as to the true market price were very helpful in our successful purchase. He helped us again with a second purchase this past summer when the market had changed to a seller’s market. We needed to move very quickly, and ended up having to outbid other interested purchasers. Michael’s advice was again spot on, including as to how best to structure the bid. Overa...

Throughout the entire housing search process by far the best and easiest part was Michael Swanson. In a nutshell, Michael is a top notch professional and an expert realtor. This was our first time buying a new home. He made the process seamless from the initial search to signing the final papers. We had lots of questions and in turn he had lots of patience guiding us and giving excellent advice/service along the way. He even had recommendations for top people in their field to use in respect to inspections and mortgage. We truly believe he went above and beyond with us. Without Michael we wouldn't have found our wonderful home and cannot thank him enough!

Throughout the entire housing search process by far the best and easiest part was Michael Swanson. In a nutshell, Michael is a top notch professional and an expert realtor. This was our first time buying a new home. He made the process seamless from the initial search to signing the final papers. We had lots of questions and in turn he had lots of patience guiding us and giving excellent advice/service along the way. He even had recommendations for top people in their field to use in respect to inspections and mortgage. We truly believe he w...

My husband and I recently had an outstanding experience working with Michael to sell our condo in the West Loop. We had tried to sell the property once before in 2009 and were unsuccessful. After hearing all the horror stories of where the market was headed we were pretty skeptical that we would have any better luck two years later. With Michael's help and expertise we developed a plan that resulted in immediate success. Within 7 days we were under contract! I would definitely recommend Michael to any potential buyers and sellers in the Chicagoland area!

My husband and I recently had an outstanding experience working with Michael to sell our condo in the West Loop. We had tried to sell the property once before in 2009 and were unsuccessful. After hearing all the horror stories of where the market was headed we were pretty skeptical that we would have any better luck two years later. With Michael's help and expertise we developed a plan that resulted in immediate success. Within 7 days we were under contract! I would definitely recommend Michael to any potential buyers and sellers in the Chic...

Michael was wonderful to work with! He was proactive, thorough, and helped me find exactly what I was looking for. I was a first-time home buyer, so I was not too familiar with the home-buying process. Michael carefully walked me through each step, kept me well up to date on any new activity, listened carefully to my thoughts, and provided his honest feedback. He truly cared about me finding the perfect home. I also appreciated him recommending attorneys, contractors, inspection companies, etc. I highly recommend Michael!

Michael was wonderful to work with! He was proactive, thorough, and helped me find exactly what I was looking for. I was a first-time home buyer, so I was not too familiar with the home-buying process. Michael carefully walked me through each step, kept me well up to date on any new activity, listened carefully to my thoughts, and provided his honest feedback. He truly cared about me finding the perfect home. I also appreciated him recommending attorneys, contractors, inspection companies, etc. I highly recommend Michael!

Huge thanks to Michael Swanson Real Estate for helping me find the apartment that was perfect for me. Before I had ever met him in person, he was professional and prompt in our email responses. Being out-of-state and searching for an apartment, the fact that he compiled all of the amenities I was looking for and organized a very efficient day of apartment tours was invaluable. During the day of tours, I don't know what I would have done without his insight into the different neighborhoods and buildings.

Huge thanks to Michael Swanson Real Estate for helping me find the apartment that was perfect for me. Before I had ever met him in person, he was professional and prompt in our email responses. Being out-of-state and searching for an apartment, the fact that he compiled all of the amenities I was looking for and organized a very efficient day of apartment tours was invaluable. During the day of tours, I don't know what I would have done without his insight into the different neighborhoods and buildings.

As a first time condo-owner I was very new to the buying/searching process. Michael was very prompt, calm, and thorough which put me at ease. He took the time to understand what it was I was exactly looking for and presented me with listings that I had never seen. He was quick in his responses and scheduling showings, knowing how fast the market can move in Chicago. I had a wonderful experience working with Michael and would recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a new home/condo.

As a first time condo-owner I was very new to the buying/searching process. Michael was very prompt, calm, and thorough which put me at ease. He took the time to understand what it was I was exactly looking for and presented me with listings that I had never seen. He was quick in his responses and scheduling showings, knowing how fast the market can move in Chicago. I had a wonderful experience working with Michael and would recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a new home/condo.

For anyone who has not worked with Michael, I highly recommend it. Having gone through other modes of renting last year, I can confidently say this was a far more pleasurable experience. We found a unit after looking at only three other places, and Michael understood exactly what we wanted. Michael helped us with all of the paperwork, we felt confident with what we were doing, and everything was quickly signed and done. I'm now in a beautiful building at a great price! Thanks Michael!

For anyone who has not worked with Michael, I highly recommend it. Having gone through other modes of renting last year, I can confidently say this was a far more pleasurable experience. We found a unit after looking at only three other places, and Michael understood exactly what we wanted. Michael helped us with all of the paperwork, we felt confident with what we were doing, and everything was quickly signed and done. I'm now in a beautiful building at a great price! Thanks Michael!

Michael is the utmost and consummate professional from beginning to end, starting from getting to know your needs and desires in your future home, to the knowledge of the Chicagoland area and the high rises, walkups and condominiums in each neighborhood. He has a very good eye and a great attention to detail in any place you view. I would absolutely recommend him for any new buyer looking anywhere in the area, and will definitely stay in contact moving forward.

Michael is the utmost and consummate professional from beginning to end, starting from getting to know your needs and desires in your future home, to the knowledge of the Chicagoland area and the high rises, walkups and condominiums in each neighborhood. He has a very good eye and a great attention to detail in any place you view. I would absolutely recommend him for any new buyer looking anywhere in the area, and will definitely stay in contact moving forward.

Mr. Swanson is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional who I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone in need of real estate advice. Michael patiently helped me search for my first apartment in Chicago. Even though I was unfamiliar with many of the neighborhoods, I felt reassured and confident in my search because I knew that Mr. Swanson was committed to finding me a great real estate fit. Michael is also just a good guy.

Mr. Swanson is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional who I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone in need of real estate advice. Michael patiently helped me search for my first apartment in Chicago. Even though I was unfamiliar with many of the neighborhoods, I felt reassured and confident in my search because I knew that Mr. Swanson was committed to finding me a great real estate fit. Michael is also just a good guy.

Finding your next home can be stressful, but Michael made the process easy. He sends all the relevant postings for the places that meet your requirements and personally sets up and accompanies you to all the viewings. If you want a realtor who prioritizes their clients, is professional, and extremely responsive, Michael provides top notch service. I will definitely use him again when I decide to buy. 

Finding your next home can be stressful, but Michael made the process easy. He sends all the relevant postings for the places that meet your requirements and personally sets up and accompanies you to all the viewings. If you want a realtor who prioritizes their clients, is professional, and extremely responsive, Michael provides top notch service. I will definitely use him again when I decide to buy. 

Michael did a fantastic job finding our current home. As first time homebuyers, Michael put us at ease with great knowledge of our options that was tailored to what we were searching for. He was very responsive and always available which was key with the type of schedules we hold. My wife and I love loving in Old Town and I would highly recommend anyone looking to buy a home to give Michael a call. 

Michael did a fantastic job finding our current home. As first time homebuyers, Michael put us at ease with great knowledge of our options that was tailored to what we were searching for. He was very responsive and always available which was key with the type of schedules we hold. My wife and I love loving in Old Town and I would highly recommend anyone looking to buy a home to give Michael a call. 

Michael was amazing, flexible and a pleasure to work with on such an important purchase. He was able to gain a quick understanding of exactly what I was looking for and helped me narrow down my decision to the perfect home. He is very accommodating to work with and never felt pressured to make a decision. I am very happy with the process and look forward to working with Michael again in the future!

Michael was amazing, flexible and a pleasure to work with on such an important purchase. He was able to gain a quick understanding of exactly what I was looking for and helped me narrow down my decision to the perfect home. He is very accommodating to work with and never felt pressured to make a decision. I am very happy with the process and look forward to working with Michael again in the future!

It was a pleasure to work with Michael on multiple occasions. He is incredibly knowledgeable, punctual, and professional. He really listened to what we wanted in a home and dialed in on it from the beginning. Michael made the process easy from start to finish. I am looking forward to working with Michael again in the future and I would recommend him to anyone with residential real estate needs.

It was a pleasure to work with Michael on multiple occasions. He is incredibly knowledgeable, punctual, and professional. He really listened to what we wanted in a home and dialed in on it from the beginning. Michael made the process easy from start to finish. I am looking forward to working with Michael again in the future and I would recommend him to anyone with residential real estate needs.

My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Michael as we were looking to establish a residence in Chicago. We found Michael to be knowledgeable, accessible and responsive and a pleasure to work with. As important, we are delighted with the destination he guided us to. I would recommend Michael to anyone that would like to have the same experience.

My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Michael as we were looking to establish a residence in Chicago. We found Michael to be knowledgeable, accessible and responsive and a pleasure to work with. As important, we are delighted with the destination he guided us to. I would recommend Michael to anyone that would like to have the same experience.

Michael helped my roommate and I find our first apartment downtown Chicago. Michael's knowledge of the different neighborhoods in the city helped us choose the perfect location. Michael made it real easy by providing the best options that met our criteria and needs. Michael was a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend him.

Michael helped my roommate and I find our first apartment downtown Chicago. Michael's knowledge of the different neighborhoods in the city helped us choose the perfect location. Michael made it real easy by providing the best options that met our criteria and needs. Michael was a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend him.

Michael was fantastic throughout the process. He had great insight on what to look for from the start, and I was pleased with the recommendations he made where I needed guidance. In addition, he was always very flexible, personable, and professional. I was more than happy with the experience, and will be working with Michael again.

Michael was fantastic throughout the process. He had great insight on what to look for from the start, and I was pleased with the recommendations he made where I needed guidance. In addition, he was always very flexible, personable, and professional. I was more than happy with the experience, and will be working with Michael again.

Michael is an ultimate professional who puts the needs and wants of his clients first. It was pleasure working with him and would highly recommend him to all potential buyers and sellers. His industry knowledge was key to me finding the perfect apartment. I plan on working with Michael in the future and wish him all the best.

Michael is an ultimate professional who puts the needs and wants of his clients first. It was pleasure working with him and would highly recommend him to all potential buyers and sellers. His industry knowledge was key to me finding the perfect apartment. I plan on working with Michael in the future and wish him all the best.

Working with Michael was a great experience. He managed all the components in the home-buying process and introduced me to a great lender, attorney and inspector. Michael made things easy and efficient, we were able to close on our home within 4 weeks of putting an offer down.

Working with Michael was a great experience. He managed all the components in the home-buying process and introduced me to a great lender, attorney and inspector. Michael made things easy and efficient, we were able to close on our home within 4 weeks of putting an offer down.

Michael made what I thought would be a stressful process of finding my very first apartment a breeze! From listening to my needs, to organizing visits, I was able to find the perfect apartment. With Michael's insights and commitment to his clients I knew I was in good hands.

Michael made what I thought would be a stressful process of finding my very first apartment a breeze! From listening to my needs, to organizing visits, I was able to find the perfect apartment. With Michael's insights and commitment to his clients I knew I was in good hands.

Michael, thanks for helping us buy our first house in the city earlier this summer. You were great to work with and introduced us to a good network of people that helped me through the process. Here's to continued success, Cheers!

Michael, thanks for helping us buy our first house in the city earlier this summer. You were great to work with and introduced us to a good network of people that helped me through the process. Here's to continued success, Cheers!

Michael was fabulous to work with! He found us the perfect apartment for the right place and in the best neighborhood. He was punctual, friendly, and very helpful. I would work with him again in a heartbeat.

Michael was fabulous to work with! He found us the perfect apartment for the right place and in the best neighborhood. He was punctual, friendly, and very helpful. I would work with him again in a heartbeat.

Big thanks to Michael Swanson for helping me find my new apartment in the Gold Coast at One East Delaware. This is my second time working with Mike, and it's always a fantastic experience!

Big thanks to Michael Swanson for helping me find my new apartment in the Gold Coast at One East Delaware. This is my second time working with Mike, and it's always a fantastic experience!

Great thanks to Michael Swanson for helping me find my first home. He did a wonderful job finding a home that was right for me and made the process very easy. Much appreciated.

Great thanks to Michael Swanson for helping me find my first home. He did a wonderful job finding a home that was right for me and made the process very easy. Much appreciated.

Michael was thoughtful and patient with me throughout my search. Ultimately his guidance and expertise helped me find the perfect place for me!

Michael was thoughtful and patient with me throughout my search. Ultimately his guidance and expertise helped me find the perfect place for me!

Michael is truly fantastic - someone we could trust to find us the right place fitting what we valued most.

Michael is truly fantastic - someone we could trust to find us the right place fitting what we valued most.