Swati Saxena has again achieved the No. 1 agent ranking in all of Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park, selling more homes than any other agent in both 2021 and 2022.

Saxena is a masterful negotiator and brings boundless energy and enthusiasm to her clients. “I am honored to help families find or sell their homes and to simplify what otherwise can be an incredibly stressful time,” she says. “I pride myself on listening carefully to my clients’ needs and working tirelessly on their behalf.” That dedication to her craft is reflected in Saxena’s No. 1 ranking and the fact that she is consistently recognized as a top agent in her office and across Chicagoland.

Saxena switched careers 12 years ago, when she realized her extroverted nature was better suited to real estate than to the field of electrical engineering. And the skills she honed as an engineer serve her present-day clients well. She has a sharp eye for structures and spaces and is adept at breaking down and communicating complex situations.

“I truly love working with people and finding solutions for them, whatever their circumstances are,” Saxena explains. “Building personal relationships with my clients is one of the greatest joys of working in real estate. In many cases, we stay in touch for years after the sale, and I value that connection deeply.”

The excellent reputation that Saxena has built over the last decade means that much of her business now comes from referrals. “That is perhaps the best kind of compliment,” Saxena adds. “To know that a client was so happy with my services that they are recommending me to all of their friends and family is absolutely heartwarming.”

A resident of Oak Park with her spouse and their rescue dogs, Kona and Chester, Saxena focuses on serving the near-western suburbs. She is locally known for her dedication to vegan living and equity issues, and for her generous involvement with nonprofits like Hephzibah, Animal Care League, Housing Forward, Sarah’s Inn and many others.