Kelly Ladewig
About Kelly
With more than a decade of experience as a licensed broker, Kelly Ladewig is a trusted professional lauded for her ability to deliver personalized, seamless experiences to her clients. Raised in Palos Heights and a city resident since 2015, Kelly has a deep understanding of Chicago’s diverse urban neighborhoods and suburban communities. Her keen local expertise, paired with her passion for helping clients achieve their real estate goals, has made her a go-to resource for sellers, first-time buyers, and investors alike.
Kelly’s journey into real estate began during her college years while earning her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and working as a legal assistant in her family’s law firm—where she gained firsthand experience and knowledge in the legal and financial elements of real estate. Originally a means to fund her education, real estate quickly became her lifelong passion. Since then, she has expanded her expertise to include investment properties, Airbnb consulting, and renovation guidance—combining her financial acumen and real estate expertise with her creative flair for design.
With her client-centered approach, Kelly consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her clients’ needs are met, from tailoring property searches to their exact needs or answering questions at odd hours. Her strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and emotional intelligence help her connect with clients on a personal level, making them feel supported and empowered throughout the entire process.
Kelly’s ability to think creatively and solve challenges is another of her defining strengths. Whether it’s navigating tricky negotiations, resolving inspection issues, or adapting to sudden changes, she prides herself on providing her clients with a stress-free transaction. Always up to date on current market trends, she ensures that buyers and sellers have the knowledge and data they need to make informed decisions that align with their financial goals.
Kelly’s expertise extends to helping clients analyze the financial potential of investment properties, including vacation rentals and fix-and-flips. Her hands-on experience with interior design and renovation is another valuable benefit, whether that’s staging a home to maximize a listing’s selling price or helping a first-time buyer to envision how a property could be transformed into their dream home.
Recognized as a National Association of Realtors® 30 Under 30 Honoree, Kelly’s success is built upon an enduring network of satisfied clients and their referrals—testament to her integrity, compassion and ability to deliver outstanding results. Understanding the importance of building strong communities, Kelly also devotes her time and talents to giving back. She has been a foster parent with One Tail at a Time, volunteered with iMentor, and continues to mentor new real estate agents.