Case Study: Selling 610 Catalpa Ln, Bartlett, IL 60103
The Challenge:
The homeowners at 610 Catalpa Ln wanted to sell their property quickly and at a competitive price in a fast-moving Bartlett market. The home had many attractive features, but there was strong competition from similar properties nearby, and the sellers were concerned about getting maximum value in a limited timeframe.
Our Strategy:
The Sarah Leonard Team approached this sale with a comprehensive, multi-step strategy:
-Market Analysis: Conducted an in-depth comparative market analysis to determine the optimal listing price.
-Staging & Presentation: Advised on strategic home staging and high-quality photography to highlight the home’s best features.
-Targeted Marketing: Launched a digital and print marketing campaign tailored to reach qualified buyers in Chicagoland.
-Negotiation Expertise: Leveraged our extensive local market knowledge to negotiate offers effectively, ensuring the sellers received top value.
The Result:
Thanks to our focused strategy, 610 Catalpa Ln sold quickly and above the initial listing price. The sellers were thrilled with the seamless process and exceptional results, enjoying a smooth transition to their next chapter.
Client Review:
"My wife and I had a great experience buying our first home with The Sarah Leonard team. We want to give a big shoutout to Eric and his team for guiding us through the home buying process and making the experience seamless and easy.
Thanks for everything. We would highly recommend working with The Sarah Leonard Team." - Austin Jacks 5-Star Google Review
Case Study: Seamless Sale & Smooth Transition at 1820 N 18th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
The Challenge:
Our client came to us with the complex task of selling their current home while simultaneously purchasing a new one—a situation that requires precise coordination, constant communication, and expert navigation of both sides of the real estate process. Like many sellers, they wanted to ensure their home stood out in a competitive market, attracted qualified buyers quickly, and sold without unnecessary stress or delays.
Our Strategy:
To meet this challenge, the Sarah Leonard Team deployed a full-service, streamlined approach designed to remove obstacles and maximize results:
Professional Staging & Photography: We transformed the home’s presentation with professional staging and high-quality photos to ensure a powerful first impression online and in-person. From day one, the client was equipped with detailed checklists, next steps, and full transparency throughout the process.
Full Team Support: Our client worked directly with a dedicated team—including Sarah, Ariel, and Trish—who were available around the clock, ensuring no question or concern ever went unanswered.
Leveraging our internal resources and external network, we provided end-to-end support—from listing to closing and everything in between, including trusted referrals for moving services and more.
The Result:
Thanks to this comprehensive and highly coordinated strategy, the home at 1820 N 18th Ave was sold smoothly and efficiently—allowing our client to transition seamlessly into their next chapter.
Client Testimonial:
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Sarah Leonard and her team to sell my home and purchase a new one, and I could not be more impressed with the experience. From Sarah to Ariel to Trish, the entire team was outstanding—available around the clock, highly responsive, and always professional.
What stood out most was how seamlessly the team operated. It truly felt like a one-stop shop." -Luis Crespo 5-Star Google Review