As one of Chicago’s top real estate agents, Crosby Downey is known for her strategic expertise, calm guidance and heart-forward approach. A proud member of Home Collective—a top 1.5% nationally ranked team by WSJ Real Trends and recipient of the Chicago Association of Realtors’ Top 1% Producer award—Downey has earned a reputation for delivering results while building real, lasting relationships rooted in trust, care and a genuine commitment to the people she serves.

In her previous career as a teacher, she developed a deep sense of empathy, clear communication and the ability to stay grounded under pressure—qualities that now define her work in real estate. She became an expert at translating complex ideas into something meaningful and easy to grasp, a skillset that empowers her clients to feel confident and supported through every step of their home journey.

“I learned how to meet people where they are,” Downey says. “Everyone processes things differently, and I approach each client relationship with patience, care and an understanding of their unique needs.”

Originally from Dallas and now deeply rooted in Chicago, Downey is especially passionate about helping clients who are relocating between the two cities. Whether someone is heading north or making the move south, she brings first-hand insight and trusted guidance to ease the transition and make it feel seamless.

Over the span of her career, Downey has helped over 130 clients find the place they call home, with over 40 of them being first-time buyers achieving their dreams of homeownership—experiences that reaffirmed her purpose in real estate. “This work is personal to me,” she says. “It’s not just about real estate. It’s about showing up for people, walking with them every step of the way and celebrating the moments that matter most.”