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Jen Ortman

5.0stars, 15 Reviews
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
265 Closed Sales
$115.6M Total Value
$225K - $1.6M Price Range
$436.2K Average Price
Prior five years

About Jen

Meet Jen – your real estate expert with a dash of Chicago flair and a whole lot of heart! Forbes named her to the Top 500 Agent Five Star List, and she leads an amazing team of award-winning Brokers. Jen's real joy comes from serving over 400 clients like you, earning hundreds of glowing 5-star reviews along the way — and she can't wait to add you to her list of success stories!

Picture this: Jen isn't just your run-of-the-mill real estate guru; she's your trusty guide through the exciting rollercoaster of home buying or selling. With the wisdom of a seasoned pro, she's got the lowdown on real estate law, market trends, design potential, and all the local secrets of the northwest suburbs. Jen's not just here to help; she's here to make your real estate journey as smooth as butter.

But wait, there's more! Jen's got all the latest tech and tools up her sleeve, and she's not afraid to use 'em. She'll hook you up with the hottest properties, whether they're on the market or playing hard to get. Plus, she's got the inside scoop on every neighborhood, from the best brunch spots to the coolest school districts. You won't find this kind of info on Google!

Jen also has a keen eye for design and rehab potential, and she's got the success stories (and maybe a few wild tales) to prove it. And fun fact—Jen even appeared on HGTV’s House Hunters, Season 63, Episode 7, showcasing her expertise on a national stage!

Beyond the business, Jen's a Chicago-loving resident with a heart of gold. She's been around the block (literally) and understands the personal side of your real estate journey. Need a recommendation for a plumber? She's got you covered. As a supermom of three sons, she's also the PTA queen and volunteers like a champ. Plus, she's got a soft spot for local philanthropy and gives back to her community like a real-life superhero. When she's not conquering the real estate world, Jen's all about family time. Board games, anyone? Splendor is their go-to, and they're always plotting their next adventure to sunny, sandy destinations.

Under Jen's fearless leadership, the Ortman Group has racked up awards left and right – the Berkshire Hathaway's President’s Club Chairman Top Award and the Five Star Customer Service Award for 15 glorious years, to be precise. They've been the crème de la crème in the real estate world, ranking in the Top 1% by Stark Real Estate and Top 1% by Homelight.com. Jen's a jack-of-all-trades in real estate, from Residential to Investment, and she's even got a knack for Office Management, Relocation, Foreclosure, Short Sales, and helping First Home Buyers.

Did we mention she's a proud University of Iowa alumna? Before her real estate journey, Jen rocked the corporate world as a VP of Sales, but her true calling is making sure her clients come first. So, if you're in Jen's world, you're the star of the show!
Home Types: House, Townhouse, Condo, MultiFamily, Co-op, Lot/Land
Years of Experience: 23
Education: Bachelor of Arts

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Total Deals
24
Total Value
$11,760,888
Average Sale Price
$490,037
Price Range
$190K - $961K

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
20
Total Value
$11,641,250
Average Sale Price
$582,063
Price Range
$180K - $1.1M

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals
42
Total Value
$19,910,525
Average Sale Price
$474,060
Price Range
$160K - $995K

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
43
Total Value
$20,990,950
Average Sale Price
$488,162
Price Range
$180K - $1.1M

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals
130
Total Value
$56,994,945
Average Sale Price
$438,423
Price Range
$13K - $995K

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
134
Total Value
$58,246,400
Average Sale Price
$434,675
Price Range
$180K - $1.6M

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Jen's Listings and Deals

Awards and Designations

  • 100% Club
  • Chairman's Club
  • Circle of Legends
  • Five Star Award
  • NAR - National Association of Realtors

Other Experience

Distressed Properties, First Time Home Buyers, Foreclosures, Investments, Luxury Homes, Military Families, New Construction, Property Management, Senior Communities, Short Sales, Timeshares, Veteran Programs

Jen's Reviews

5.0stars, 15 Reviews

2/7/23Samuel Sir

Google Review

My wife and I are first time homebuyers, so naturally we were overwhelmed by the stress of finding a good realtor. We weeded through many mediocre ones before ultimately finding Jen Ortman. Throughout the entire process, she's amazed us by her high level of professionalism and overall competency.

Benefits:
- She's accommodating.
She replies to your messages within minutes.
- She answers all your questions with precision and insight. The more you hear her talk, the more you'll learn.
- She constantly helps you untangle all the misconceptions in your head.
- She is blunt, but in a good way: she tells you what you actually need vs. what you think you need. If there's a house you're in love with but she doesn't think it's good, SHE WILL TELL YOU and she will explain how it will be for your own good to dodge that bullet. Personally, this speaks volumes to her character as opposed to most agents who will tell you any house is great as long as they can close the deal.

If you need an agent, look no further.

11/29/22Chris P

Google Review

Jen was great to work with. Very informative and kept us updated throughout the selling of our home. Great communication and responded to our questions quickly.

8/11/22Edmir Wade

Google Review

Jen is the best! Her wealth of experience and professionalism was invaluable to us during our home search. We highly recommend Jen Ortman and the Ortman Group.

Agent License: Illinois #471009586
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Jen Ortman