Jim Kinney

Chicago IL

Baird & Warner

72 Closed Sales

$57.4M Total Value

$310K - $2.9M Price Range

$797.1K Average Price

Prior five years

About Jim

Jim Kinney is the Vice President of luxury home sales, spearheading Baird and Warner’s Luxury Portfolio program at the sales level out of the market-leading Gold Coast office. He is responsible for developing new initiatives that enable Baird and Warner sales associates to maximize their upper-tier residential marketing efforts on behalf of clients.

Jim joined the Baird and Warner sales team from Rubloff Residential Properties where he served as president. Throughout his distinguished career, he has been deeply involved with a number of professional real estate organizations at the local, national, and international levels. Both the Chicago Association of Realtors and the Illinois Association of Realtors (IAR) have honored him as their “Realtor of the Year.”

Jim is the current President of IAR and has served on many IAR committees over the years, including his tenure as dean of the Realtor Institute and president of the Real Estate Education Foundation. He holds the Certified Real Estate Specialist (CRS) designation, served as Illinois CRS chapter president, and was twice recognized as “CRS of the Year.”

In addition, Jim has served on the National Association of Realtors (NAR) executive committee. He is a current member of FIABCI, the international real estate federation, and was president of the National Board of the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers in 2009.

Before joining the real estate industry, Jim enjoyed a career in advertising. He is currently a member of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Executives Club of Chicago. Jim is president emeritus of the Advisory Board of the Illinois Eye Bank and was honored to be named a presidential liaison to Ireland. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Northwestern University.

Jim has many professional designations, including CRS, FIABCI, Certified Residential Broker, Graduate of the Realtor® Institute (GRI), Quality Service Certified (QSC), and Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR).

Home Types: House, Condo, Co-op, Townhouse

Years of Experience: 32

Education: Northwestern University

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$7,677,500

Average Sale Price

$767,750

Price Range

$280K - $1.2M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$3,720,000

Average Sale Price

$620,000

Price Range

$200K - $1.3M

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$14,320,000

Average Sale Price

$716,000

Price Range

$225K - $1.2M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$8,615,000

Average Sale Price

$957,222

Price Range

$200K - $1.9M

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$40,287,000

Average Sale Price

$774,750

Price Range

$225K - $2.9M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals

Total Value

$17,101,500

Average Sale Price

$855,075

Price Range

$185K - $1.9M

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Jim Has the Most Experience In

Jim's Recent Active Listings

$1,000,000
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 5,000 Sq Ft
1430 N Lake Shore Dr

Unit 12

Chicago, IL
Estate Sale---Needs complete renovation 5000 sf to customize! Windows have been replaced. Taxes are not included in monthly assessment, There is a one year capital assessment of 2627.63 per month and a one year reserve assessment of 844.59 per month.

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$950,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,200 Sq Ft
1242 N Lake Shore Dr

Unit 22

Chicago, IL
Only Gold Coast offering of a grand and gracious pre-war co-op ready to customize into one of Chicago's finest residences. Located on the full and private twenty-second floor, this light-filled layout of 4,200 square feet enjoys lakefront vistas and views from four exposures. Indulge your every wish and create a stunning home steps to Michigan Avenue and walking distance to excellent private and

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$1,000,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4,396 Sq Ft
215 W Illinois St

Unit 2B-2C

Chicago, IL
TAXES QUOTED HAVE NOW BEEN REDUCED BY 1/3 ! OLD taxes were 46,101 NEW TAXES are 32,000.Two units custom combined to make 4396 sf of classic loft living. Use it all yourself or rent out the second unit for additional income. Perfect for multigenerational living. Two parking spaces included! Wood burning fireplace in the living room. High ceilings and exposed brick make for the perfect loft home.

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$1,000,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 5,327 Sq Ft
1242 N Lake Shore Dr

Unit 25

Chicago, IL
Huge 5327 sf duplex home with a 200+ sf terrace. Former home of Samuel Insul and Ray Kroc- offers panoramic wrap around views of lake and city. Home needs some updating but is priced accordingly. Amazing mural commissioned by Ray and Joan Kroc graces the circular stairway that leads to the second floor. Wood burning fireplace in the living room. Huge modern kitchen and a breakfast room with a

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$299,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 950 Sq Ft
1200 N Lake Shore Dr

Unit 905

Chicago, IL
Best price on corner 1 bedroom at popular vintage condo on the Drive. Fabulous light in this northwest corner unit. Great hardwood floors and vintage details. Update this to your taste and style. Super staff and best roof deck in the city. Additional storage cage included. Most windows have been replaced. Special assessment paid by seller. Building in excellent condition.

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$3,900,000
- 4 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 6,450 Sq Ft
1500 N Lake Shore Dr

Unit 22A

Chicago, IL
Among the most stunning, spacious and impressive apartments in the city. This expansive home has a brilliant layout for both formal and casual entertaining. 6450 square feet on one level makes this unit one of the most substantial in the building. Extraordinary living with jaw dropping views! The commanding panoramas include East,South, West and North views! 75 feet directly facing the lake.

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$730,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,852 Sq Ft
179 E Lake Shore Dr

Unit 502

Chicago, IL
An opportunity to own one of the few two-bedroom residences on prestigious E Lake Shore Drive, home to Chicago's grand pre-war co-ops. Situated in the coveted Drake Tower, the spacious 1,852 square foot floor plan offers desirable north views of the lake and park from the 33-foot living room and large primary suite. The 2021 renovation transformed the kitchen with modern high-gloss cabinetry, the

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$899,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,300 Sq Ft
200 E Pearson St

Unit 6W

Chicago, IL
TOP FLOOR RESIDENCE IN LOVELY BOUTIQUE DEGOYER BUILDING. COMPLETELY RENOVATED WITH NEW WIRING,NEW MECHANICAL SYSTEMS,RESTORED MOLDINGS, RESTORED FLOORS, NEWER KITCHEN WITH HIGH END APPLIANCES. NEWER BATHS. FLOODED WITH LIGHT. WONDERFUL VIEW OF MCA & PARKS, THIS GRACIOUS HOME FEATURES LARGE ENTERTAINING SPACES. 10 FOOT+ CEILING HEIGHTS! AREA AMENITIES ABOUND WITH MAG MILE SHOPPING, FABULOUS

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

$2,550 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 850 Sq Ft
1300 N Astor St

Unit 7A

Chicago, IL
South east corner one bedroom with great views. Freshly painted and new carpet!

Jim Kinney Baird & Warner

Awards and Designations

NAR - National Association of Realtors
CIPS - Certified International Property Specialist
GRI - Graduate REALTOR Institute
FIABCI USA
ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
CRB - Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager
CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
REALTOR® Emeritus
QSC - Quality Service Certified
SRES - SRES®, Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Other Experience

Investments, Luxury Homes

Jim Kinney

(312) 548-3998

Jim Kinney

About Jim

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Jim Has the Most Experience In

Jim's Listings and Deals

Jim's Recent Active Listings

Awards and Designations

Other Experience