# The Michael Scavo Group > Compass-affiliated Michael Scavo Group is a downtown Chicago real estate team specializing in concierge luxury apartment locating (no-fee to renters) and condo sales, using a social-first lead funnel plus Compass/MLS brokerage capabilities. Downtown Chicago luxury rentals & condos, social-first lead gen, concierge no-fee apartment locator, Compass/MLS brokerage, rapid same-day showings, Gen Z/Millennial renters, relocating professionals ## Agent Bios - [Carolina Mancilla | Contact Our Chicago Real Estate Team | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/carolina-mancilla): Agent profile for Carolina Mancilla, a broker with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Alexandra Smirnova Leasing Agent in Chicago | Discover Luxury Living | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/alexandra-smirnova): Alexandra Smirnova is listed as a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Alice Chen Leasing Agent in Chicago - Find Your Dream Home | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/alice-chen): Alice Chen's Chicago leasing agent profile lists contact details for luxury leasing with The Michael Scavo Group. - [Brigitte Reyes, Broker in Chicago | Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/brigitte-reyes): Agent profile for Brigitte Reyes, a broker with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Elena Chervenko | View Chicago Leasing Agent Profile | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/elena-chervenko): Leasing agent Elena Chervenko is listed on The Michael Scavo Group's Chicago team page. - [Jennifer Young Leasing Agent in Chicago | Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/jennifer-young): Jennifer Young is listed as a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Lis Demiri, Broker | Meet the Chicago Real Estate Team | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/lis-demiri): Lis Demiri is a broker with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [About Maria Ashurova | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/maria-ashurova): Maria Ashurova's Chicago leasing agent profile lists direct contact details for The Michael Scavo Group. - [Maria Matheus | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/maria-matheus): Broker Maria Matheus is listed with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Marisa Buchheit | Chicago Real Estate Agent & Broker | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/marisa-buchheit): Directory profile for Marisa Buchheit, a broker with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Michael Scavo: Premier Chicago Real Estate Agent | Discover Your Dream Home | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/michael-scavo): Chicago broker Michael Scavo profiles his downtown neighborhood focus, early-start career, major social reach, and top-production accolades. - [Nathan Anderson | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/nathan-anderson): Broker profile for Nathan Anderson at The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Param Patel Leasing Agent Chicago | Compass Real Estate | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/param-patel): Param Patel's Chicago agent profile lists her as a leasing agent with direct contact details. - [Sophia Mathew Leasing Agent in Chicago - Discover Your Dream Home | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/sophia-mathew): Directory listing for Sophia Mathew, a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Yessica Osuna Leasing Agent Chicago | Luxury Rentals | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/yessica-osuna): Profile of Yessica Osuna, a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Matt Petrosino Realtor Chicago | Luxury Compass Broker | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/matt-petrosino): Agent profile for Matt Petrosino, a broker with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Renee DiNino, Leasing Agent in Chicago | Contact Us | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/renee-dinino): Directory profile for Renee DiNino, a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Anthony Saldivar Broker Chicago | Real Estate Expert | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/anthony-saldivar): Agent profile for Anthony Saldivar, a broker at The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Harold Castellanos Leasing Agent in Chicago Apartments | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/harold-castellanos): Profile page for Harold Castellanos, a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Julia Alimova, Broker in Chicago | Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/julia-alimova): Directory profile for Julia Alimova, a broker with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. - [Arati Narayan Chicago Leasing Agent | Rental Expert | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/agents/arati-narayan): Listing for Arati Narayan, a leasing agent with The Michael Scavo Group in Chicago. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Streeterville Chicago Neighborhood: Luxury City Living | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/streeterville): A Streeterville neighborhood guide highlighting lakefront luxury living, dining, attractions, and nearby schools in Chicago. - [Explore West Loop Chicago Neighborhood - Luxury Living Awaits | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/west-loop): Chicago's West Loop neighborhood page highlights luxury housing, Restaurant Row dining, cultural attractions, and local schools. - [Wicker Park & Bucktown Chicago Real Estate | Michael Scavo | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/wicker-park-and-bucktown): A neighborhood guide to Wicker Park and Bucktown in Chicago, highlighting dining, parks, trails, schools, and local real estate. - [The Loop Chicago Neighborhood - Discover Luxury Living | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/the-loop): Chicago's Loop neighborhood profile highlights downtown living, dining, shopping, arts, and schools. - [Discover South Loop Chicago - Luxury Homes & Real Estate | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/south-loop): A South Loop Chicago neighborhood profile highlighting lakefront views, museums, transit, dining, and entertainment. - [Lakeshore East Chicago Homes - Explore Luxury Living | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/lakeshore-east): Chicago neighborhood profile for Lakeshore East, highlighting waterfront living, parks, dining, transit access, and nearby schools. - [River North Chicago Neighborhood | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/river-north): River North Chicago neighborhood guide highlighting dining, shopping, arts, parks, and schools. - [Gold Coast Real Estate | Area Guide | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/gold-coast): Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood page highlights upscale housing, luxury shopping, fine dining, beaches, and schools. - [Lincoln Park and Lakeview Homes | Explore Chicago Now | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/lincoln-park-and-lakeview): Chicago neighborhood guide to Lincoln Park and Lakeview, highlighting housing, dining, parks, schools, nightlife, and lakefront attractions. - [Old Town Chicago Real Estate Guide | Explore the Area | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods/old-town): Chicago's Old Town neighborhood page highlights walkable streets, dining, nightlife, parks, festivals, and housing options. ## Featured Properties - [Past Transactions](https://michaelscavogroup.com/properties/sold): Brokerage's recent sold and leased residential properties in Chicago, IL with prices, beds, baths, sizes. - [Portfolio | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/properties): Portfolio page listing active, sold, and leased homes and condos in Chicago and nearby suburbs. - [2300 N Commonwealth Avenue Unit: 7D | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/properties/2300-n-commonwealth-avenue-unit-7d-chicago-il-60614-mrd12485074): One-bedroom penthouse condo for sale in Lincoln Park, Chicago with in-unit laundry and heated garage parking. ## Tools - [Home Valuation | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/home-valuation): The Michael Scavo Group offers a home valuation request form for sellers and curious homeowners. ## Featured Blog Posts - [River North Luxury Apartments: How to Choose the Right One | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-luxury-apartment-in-river-north): Guide to choosing a luxury apartment in River North, covering views, amenities, fees, touring tips, and effective rent. - [West Loop Family Friendly Apartments, Schools & Parks | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/is-west-loop-family-friendly-apartments-schools-and-parks): A Chicago guide to West Loop family-friendly apartments, schools, parks, and library resources. - [CTA Access and Rent Prices in Chicago's Loop: A Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/how-cta-access-impacts-rent-in-the-loop): Chicago Loop guide on how CTA access affects rent, commute time, and noise tradeoffs near rail and bus corridors. - [Wicker Park/Bucktown vs West Loop for Renters Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/wicker-parkbucktown-vs-west-loop-renters-guide): A renters guide comparing Wicker Park/Bucktown and the West Loop on vibe, housing, transit, pricing, and Chicago lease basics. - [Old Town Rent vs Buy Condo Guide | Compare Costs Now | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/rent-or-buy-in-old-town-a-numbersfirst-framework): Old Town rent-vs-buy guide comparing condo ownership costs, taxes, HOA fees, and short-hold scenarios. - [River North Studio vs One Bedroom: Which Fits You? | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/river-north-studio-or-one-bedroom-budget-and-lifestyle-guide): A River North apartment guide compares studios and one-bedrooms by rent, square footage, and lifestyle fit. - [Old Town Chicago Apartments: Busy Streets or Quiet? | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/where-to-live-in-old-town-nightlife-streets-vs-quiet-blocks): Catalogs Old Town Chicago blocks by nightlife on Wells Street versus quieter interior Triangle streets. - [Wicker Park Bucktown Apartments: Which Fits You? | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/wicker-park-vs-bucktown-apartments-how-to-decide): Chicago apartment guide comparing Wicker Park and Bucktown for renters weighing nightlife, walkability, transit access, and block-by-block feel. - [Living in Lincoln Park Car Free, Chicago | Plan Your Move | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/a-car-free-weekend-in-lincoln-park-how-life-actually-feels): A guide to experiencing a car-free weekend in Chicago's Lincoln Park through transit, errands, recreation, parks, and dining. - [Getting a Gold Coast Condo Listing Market-Ready | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/getting-a-gold-coast-condo-listing-market-ready): A practical guide to preparing a Gold Coast condo for sale through staging, visual marketing, pricing, and seasonal launch planning. - [Lincoln Park High-Rise vs Walk-Up Living Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/lincoln-park-high-rise-vs-walk-up-living-pros-and-cons): A Lincoln Park real-estate guide comparing high-rise and walk-up living, including costs, amenities, character, noise, privacy, and lifestyle fit. - [Living in Lakeshore East: Chicago Loop Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/living-in-lakeshore-east-downtowns-quiet-pocket-neighborhood): A neighborhood guide to Lakeshore East's parks, amenities, transit, housing, and quieter residential character in downtown Chicago. - [Old Town Chicago Solo Rentals: Studios, One-Beds | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/moving-solo-to-old-town-studios-one-beds-budgets): A guide to choosing Old Town Chicago studios and one-bedrooms by budget, building type, layout, amenities, and location. - [South Loop High-Rise vs Townhome Living Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/south-loop-high-rise-vs-townhome-living-which-fits-you): A South Loop real-estate guide comparing high-rise and townhome living, including lifestyle tradeoffs, costs, maintenance, privacy, and transit access. - [Living Near West Loop's Restaurant Row in Chicago | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/what-its-like-to-live-near-west-loops-restaurant-row): A neighborhood guide to living near West Loop's Restaurant Row, covering lifestyle, housing, transit, parking, green space, and tradeoffs. - [Who Maintains Parkway Trees in Wicker Park Chicago? 311 Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/who-maintains-parkway-trees-in-wicker-park): Chicago blog explaining who maintains parkway trees in Wicker Park and how owners should handle 311 requests, sidewalks, and permits. - [Wicker Park & Bucktown Walk-Ups vs Lofts Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/first-time-buying-in-wicker-park-and-bucktown-walkups-vs-lofts): Chicago blog comparing walk-up condos, lofts, and newer elevator condos for first-time buyers in Wicker Park and Bucktown. - [South Loop Luxury Rentals and Concessions Explained | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/decoding-new-luxury-rentals-and-concessions-in-south-loop): A South Loop rental guide explains how to compare concessions, effective rent, and renewal pricing at luxury high-rises. - [Streeterville Apartment Utilities Cost Guide | Plan 2025 | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/what-do-utilities-cost-in-streeterville-apartments): A Streeterville guide breaks down typical apartment utility costs, billing setups, and lease questions for renters budgeting heat, internet, and parking. - [Sell Your Lakeshore East Condo Faster & For More | Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/positioning-your-lakeshore-east-condo-to-sell-well): Guide to selling a Lakeshore East condo in Chicago, emphasizing views, park access, amenities, parking, and disclosure prep. - [Maximize Virtual Tours to Sell Your Lakeshore East Condo | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/maximizing-virtual-tours-to-sell-your-lakeshore-east-condo): Guide to using virtual tours to market and sell Lakeshore East condos with staging, interactive elements, VR, and analytics. - [Winter Apartment Deals in West Loop: What To Expect | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/winter-apartment-deals-in-west-loop-what-to-expect): West Loop apartment guide on winter pricing softness, concessions, touring logistics, and amenity priorities. - [Parking in Wicker Park & Bucktown: Options, Costs, Tips | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/parking-in-wicker-park-and-bucktown-options-and-costs): A guide to parking options, costs, permits, and EV charging in Wicker Park and Bucktown. - [Micro-Living in the Chicago Loop: What to Know | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/small-apartment-big-life-microliving-in-the-loop): Blog post on micro-living in Chicago's Loop compares studio, convertible, and one-bedroom layouts using transit, amenities, and market data. - [Rent or Buy in Chicago's Gold Coast? Key Costs | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/should-you-rent-or-buy-in-chicagos-gold-coast): A Chicago Gold Coast guide weighs renting versus buying using neighborhood rents, condo prices, and ownership-cost tradeoffs. - [Lincoln Park Pet Friendly Apartments: What to Know | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/living-in-lincoln-park-with-a-dog-buildings-parks-tips): A Lincoln Park dog-owner guide covering lakefront walks, Wiggly Field, park rules, and pet policies in local buildings. - [Streeterville Apartments Near Northwestern | Start Here | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/streeterville-housing-guide-for-med-students-and-hospital-staff): A Streeterville apartment guide for med students and hospital staff near Northwestern Memorial and Feinberg. - [Oak Street Isn't Getting Bigger This Summer, It's Getting Taller | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/oak-street-isnt-getting-bigger-this-summer-its-getting-taller): A neighborhood guide examines how Oak Street in Chicago's Gold Coast is expanding vertically through retail, dining, art, and hospitality projects. - [Lakeshore East HOA Fees & Special Assessment Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/why-lakeshore-east-hoa-fees-dont-tell-you-the-whole-story): A guide to Lakeshore East's infrastructure assessment, park-maintenance charges, and true condo carrying costs. - [Streeterville in August 2026: A Resident's Two-Clock Guide | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/the-streeterville-august-calendar-runs-on-two-clocks): A resident-focused guide to Streeterville's August events, viewing spots, neighborhood changes, and Magnificent Mile development. - [What's New In River North This Summer: A Resident's Walking Map | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/whats-new-in-river-north-this-summer-a-residents-walking-map): A resident-focused guide to River North's summer 2026 restaurant openings, neighborhood events, and shifting dining patterns. - [The Loop's New Restaurants Aren't Chasing Your Lunch Break Anymore | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/the-loops-new-restaurants-arent-chasing-your-lunch-break-anymore): A neighborhood analysis of the Loop's restaurant openings, cultural events, and shift toward evening and weekend activity. - [In Wicker Park and Bucktown, the Storefronts Rotate. This Weekend Never Does. | michaelscavogroup.com](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog/in-wicker-park-and-bucktown-the-storefronts-rotate-this-weekend-never-does): A local analysis of storefront turnover and enduring cultural anchors in Chicago's Wicker Park and Bucktown neighborhoods. ## Testimonials - [Testimonials | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/testimonials): Client testimonials for Michael Scavo Group praise Chicago apartment search help, responsiveness, and guidance. ## Core Pages - [Chicago Luxury Apartment Locator | Elite Rental Search](https://michaelscavogroup.com/): Homepage for The Michael Scavo Group, a Chicago luxury apartment locator offering apartment search and neighborhood guides. ## Other Pages - [Copy of The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/homepage-sample): Chicago-based Michael Scavo Group offers free luxury apartment locating services and neighborhood search support. - [Meet the Team | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/team): Team page for The Michael Scavo Group, a Chicago luxury apartment locator, listing brokers, leasing agents, and contact details. - [Chicago, IL Real Estate Blog | The Michael Scavo Group](https://michaelscavogroup.com/blog): A Chicago real estate blog index with neighborhood guides and apartment, buying, selling, and renting topics. - [Bridge Loan Services | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/bridge-loan): Real-estate page explaining bridge loan services for buyers who need home equity before selling. - [Search Tool | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/search-tool): Templated apartment-search page for The Michael Scavo Group with contact details and inquiry forms. - [Privacy Policy | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate](https://michaelscavogroup.com/terms-and-conditions): The Michael Scavo Group's privacy policy and terms of use describes data collection, AI use, sharing, and opt-out practices for its real estate site. - [Compass Concierge | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate Team](https://michaelscavogroup.com/concierge): A Chicago real estate landing page promoting Compass Concierge for pre-sale home improvements. - [Neighborhoods | The Michael Scavo Group | Chicago Real Estate](https://michaelscavogroup.com/neighborhoods): Directory of Chicago neighborhoods featured by The Michael Scavo Group.