Chris Johnson is a real estate advisor with the KlopasStratton Team at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, specializing in new construction, multi-family properties, and first-time buyers throughout Chicago and close-in suburbs. With over 12 years of experience and 450+ closed transactions across buying, selling, and leasing, Chris combines data-driven strategy with boutique service to deliver exceptional results throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.
Chris earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Iowa, bringing an analytical mindset to pricing strategy, offer negotiations, and investment analysis. This foundation allows him to help clients make informed decisions that create long-term benefits across Chicago's diverse neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs.
His impressive track record includes listing and selling seven ground-up or converted developments, advising on more than 20 multi-family acquisitions and dispositions, and executing commercial tenant representations with aggregate lease values exceeding $1 million. Whether working with first-time homebuyers or seasoned investors seeking strategic opportunities throughout Chicagoland, Chris provides clear, step-by-step guidance grounded in market data and neighborhood-specific insights.
For first-time homebuyers, Chris understands the process can be overwhelming and is committed to guiding clients through every step—from finding the right property to securing financing and closing. For investors, he has a proven track record of identifying high-quality investment properties and helping clients maximize returns while reducing liabilities. Beyond the transaction, clients rely on Chris as an ongoing resource for market insights, vendor recommendations, and portfolio strategy.
As part of the KlopasStratton Team at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, Chris delivers elevated exposure backed by sophisticated marketing and a global network spanning more than 1,100 offices in 83 countries and territories throughout Chicago and beyond.
Rooted in Chicago, Chris has served on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity Chicago since 2016. Outside of real estate, he enjoys golfing, attending Cubs games, and walking the lakefront with his wife, Jami, and their dog, Grace.
Areas of Expertise: New construction, multi-family properties, first-time buyers, investment analysis, commercial tenant representation, portfolio advisory
Markets Served: Chicago and close-in suburbs
Experience: 12+ years | 450+ transactions | 7 developments | 20+ multi-family deals | $1M+ commercial leases | Economics degree
Home Types:
Condo, MultiFamily, Townhouse, Commercial
Years of Experience:
13
Education:
University of Iowa
