Relocating to Chicago

Moving to a new city is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. You’re making one of the biggest decisions of your life, and you’re doing it from a distance without knowing which neighborhoods feel right, where the good schools actually are, or what Chicago winters really mean for your commute.​

Ken Jungwirth has spent 22 years helping executives, professionals, and families land in the right Chicago neighborhood on the first try.

Not just the right property, but the right life in a city that’s completely new to you.

Why Relocations Are Different

Relocating to Chicago isn’t like buying a second home in a city you already know.

You’re researching neighborhoods from scratch, trying to figure out school boundaries from Google, and making life-changing decisions on a compressed timeline while juggling a job transfer, family logistics, and the stress of leaving everything familiar behind.

Ken specializes in turning that overwhelm into clarity by giving you the hyperlocal insight and hands-on support that makes the entire process clear, efficient, and stress-free.

With 600+ successful transactions and deep partnerships with corporate relocation firms, Ken knows how to match your lifestyle priorities with Chicago’s distinct neighborhoods, whether that’s Lincoln Park elegance, Roscoe Village family appeal, or Streeterville’s downtown energy.

Ken’s Relocation Advantage

Local Intelligence. National Reach. Personal Service.

 

Neighborhood Expertise: Ken provides curated insights into Chicago’s top residential areas. All the insights on schools, commutes, walkability, dining, parks, and hidden gems that only a 20+ year resident knows.

 

Premier Partnerships: Affiliated with Christie’s International Real Estate and @properties’ Top 3 Illinois office, Ken serves corporate transferees and luxury relocations with discretion and nationwide marketing reach.

 

Full-Service Coordination: From virtual tours and market analysis to inspector referrals and closing logistics, Ken manages every detail so you can focus on your transition. Whether you need a pre-arrival property preview or post-closing support, Ken’s end-to-end approach ensures nothing falls through the cracks.

 

Proven Track Record: Ken recently guided a seamless relocation transaction at 11 E Walton St, a $4.95M luxury condo in the prestigious Gold Coast, demonstrating his ability to secure high-value properties for discerning relocating buyers.

 

 

What to Expect

Transparent. Responsive. Results-Driven.

 

Ken’s relocation clients consistently praise his market knowledge, responsiveness, and patient guidance through complex decisions.

One buyer noted: “Ken was an expert in our neighborhood but had a robust comparable value understanding of the entire near-north side of Chicago”.

Another shared: “He was patient and knowledgeable, and made the process manageable instead of overwhelming”.

Whether you’re moving from across the country or across the globe, Ken provides the local advocacy and insider access that turns uncertainty into confidence.  (more testimonials)