Agents' Choice

Rookie of the Year: Ilana Steelman, @properties

A lifelong Chicago resident, Ilana Steelman brings to all her real estate business not only her vast knowledge of the area, but also her love for it.

Rookie of the Year, Suburbs: Melanie Enriquez, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty

Growing up in Chicago and then living in the southwest suburbs — currently Crystal Lake — has allowed Melanie Enriquez to know the ins and outs of all the surrounding Chicagoland areas.

Association Executive of the Year: Michelle Mills Clement, CEO, CAR

A passionate voice for fair housing and antiracism in the real estate industry, Michelle Mills Clement is the chief executive officer at the Chicago Association of REALTORS®.

Developer of the Year, City: Belgravia Group

Belgravia Group has developed over 2,500 homes in Chicago and currently has four active developments in the Bucktown, River North and West Loop neighborhoods.

Loan Officer of the Year: Andy Tisler, JPMorgan Chase

Andy Tisler is Chase’s top home lending advisor nationally, with over $1 billion of funded volume throughout his 10 years of originating loans with the company.

Lender of the Year: Guaranteed Rate

Guaranteed Rate has established itself as an industry leader by introducing innovative technology, offering low rates and delivering unparalleled customer service.

Developer of the Year, Suburbs: M/I Homes

For more than 40 years, M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design.

Development of the Year, City: Cirrus, Lendlease and Magellan Development Group

Cirrus, a luxury condominium tower by Lendlease and Magellan Development Group, opened its doors to residents in spring of this year.

Development of the Year, Suburbs: The Sanctuary of Lake Zurich, Romeo Kapudija

Soon, 23 elevated townhouses will bring lake living to life in Lake Zurich. The Sanctuary of Lake Zurich is unique in that it will be the last large project on the lake.

Title Company of the Year: Greater Illinois Title Company

As the largest title agency in Illinois, Greater Illinois Title Company provides a single point of contact for all title- and closing-related services.

Best Agent Website: George and Katrina de los Reyes, BHHS Chicago

George and Katrina de los Reyes are a husband-and-wife real estate team serving the Chicagoland since 2003. Check out their award-winning website.

Best Brokerage Website: Baird & Warner

Baird & Warner ranks among the nation’s top real estate firms. Check out their award-winning website.

Announcing the 2022 Chicago Agents’ Choice Awards finalists

Based on thousands of votes, we’re so excited to announce this year’s finalists in the Chicago Agents’ Choice Awards. Stay tuned to find out who won!

Chicago Agent’s 16th annual Agents’ Choice Awards winners!

Welcome to the 16th annual Agents’ Choice Awards, where we honor the best and brightest of Chicagoland real estate, according to the 35,000-plus votes cast.

Industry MVP, Suburbs: Mary Grant, Broker, @properties

Ask anyone who knows Mary Grant — if you need to get something done, just ask Mary.

Industry MVP, City: Grace Goro Kaage, Managing Director, Compass

Grace Goro Kaage serves as managing director at Compass, where she helps lead local strategies for growth and agent experience.

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