Dropping by to say that Ting is absolutely phenomenal! As a licensed real estate broker who also…read moremanages properties, she goes above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly for tenants. From our very first viewing through the application process, her communication has been timely, clear, and incredibly helpful. She consistently provides answers and guidance for every question we've had. She makes sure our home is comfortable, safe, and fully functional--whether it's minor new-build items like an ice machine or a window adjustment, or keeping us updated on maintenance and mail matters. Her friendly, professional demeanor makes every interaction a pleasure, and she ensures our property feels cared for and works as it should, creating a seamless and worry-free living experience. She really has gone above and beyond for us and it's really appreciated. We've had several property managers in the past, but I can confidently say she is the best!!! We are so grateful for her support, dedication, and expertise, and anyone lucky enough to work with her will be in excellent hands. Thanks Ting!!!

Put in a maintenance request and no response after a dumb question and 4 days. They cannot get me…read moreanyone from the maintenance department nor their supervisor. They just promise an answer then ghost. Fuck these guys. Chicago property management SUCKS. Buy that stuff.

They really understand the Chicago market and know what strategies work best in every situation,…read morewhether selling, buying, or renting. We were guided through the selling process with great advice on updates and connections to get them done quickly. They also handled negotiations on our new home with our best interests in mind. The whole team was knowledgeable, supportive, and truly client-focused.

Kit and Ashley were absolutely amazing in helping us to purchase an apartment for our son. We are…read morefrom Texas and were not able to attend much in person. From start to finish they helped us through the process. They did virtual tours with us, walked us through every step of the process (which differs from state to state), helped with recommendations for each step, were available for inspections and basically anything we needed. I would highly recommended them for your needs in the Chicago area as you will not be disappointed.

I've lived here for almost 10 years and truly cannot wait until the day I sell and move out. Truly…read morea nightmare. There is always some sort of BS construction project going on whether it's facade that's somehow been going on for 5 years or the 1 elevator that's been out of service for half a year. Currently, the one service elevator they're working on is so disruptive that I have to work in the lobby because I can't even work in my own unit that I paid for due to the noise. I wouldn't recommend this building to my worst enemy. Truly.

I bought here 5 years ago and made a massive mistake. the elevators are always out of service, the…read moremaintenance department is horribly incompetent, the residents are extremely rude, and the management office will gaslight you that the issues "aren't that bad" when they don't even live here. The board just loafs around in the lobby not doing anything to address the residents concerns. They'll brag about their amenities but they're all either horrible and/or extremely overpriced and we've found cockroaches. On top of that, the board still has the gall to increase HOA prices to $1300+. Please don't buy here

I've been working with Jane Ehlert for several years now, and she continues to exceed my…read moreexpectations every time. Most recently, she helped me secure amazing new tenants in just one weekend! Jane provided great recommendations on what to fix and update to get faster results, and she was right on point. She's incredibly professional, responsive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I trust her judgment completely and truly appreciate her dedication. If you're looking for someone who knows the market and gets results quickly, Jane is the one!

No. I drove 2 hours, cleaned, etc. the Broker Judy did not even show. Do not use them. She never…read morecalled. Just stood me up. Cindy referred her to me.

I lived with Krenger Company for 2 years over on Webster, and they were absolutely the best. The…read morepricing was very fair, the apartment itself was amazing, and anytime I had any issues they were always easy to get in touch with and very quick to act. I had a really positive experience renting with them, and honestly if I hadn't moved out of the country, I would still be living there. I would definitely recommend them.

I've rented from Krenger since 2020 and always encourage friends looking for a new place to check…read morewith them. They are very quick to respond to requests. The front office is very kind and accommodating. They used it be very affordable but I think the Chicago market is changing that for everyone. They are a small family property group that cares about their tenets. Hope to say for a long time.

Be Realty is such a wonderful business- they care deeply about their customers as individuals and…read morewill invest an astounding amount of time and energy making sure they are doing everything they can to meet your needs. Andrew is a great guy and crisscrossed the city with us until we found the perfect home on two occasions; each time he was always there for us, ready to meet us miles from his office during rush hour or log long hours on the weekend getting a feel for our options. When we decided to open a business, Mikus helped us find the idea location- he even helped us track down the owner of a building that wasn't for rent yet, which allowed us to lock in the perfect spot. Be Realty will make you feel like part of their family and I can't recommend them enough.

Andrew and his team is the best of the best!!! Andrew managed my rental property after I moved to…read moreanother state, and I am so blessed with this decision! Andrew is super knowledgeable, responsive and responsible, and kept the property in a great condition, so it is really a relief to me. There is nothing I need to worry about and I true him 100%. After I decided to sell the property, he sold it at a very good price and closed the deal within an incredible short period, which is amazing! I think the best part is, he and his team can take care of everything for you, from purchase to rent to sale. I will 100% go back to him if I have any property needs in the future

Serena is very professional and knowledgeable about my investment property, I highly recommend this…read morebusiness.

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I rarely write reviews, but the ongoing issues in this building make it necessary…read more Building management has consistently failed to maintain basic infrastructure. Elevators are frequently out of service, which becomes more than an inconvenience in a multi-floor property. There have been extended periods without hot water -- at one point lasting nearly a week -- with limited communication or clear timelines for resolution. Access control has also been unreliable. Key fobs have malfunctioned at entry points, locking residents out despite active credentials. Plumbing issues have been another recurring problem, adding to the overall sense that preventative maintenance is not a priority. What's most frustrating isn't just the issues themselves -- things break in any building -- it's the pattern. The problems feel reactive rather than proactively managed, and communication from management does little to inspire confidence. Residents deserve consistent access, functioning utilities, and transparent updates when things go wrong. Unfortunately, that has not been the experience here.

From May 2024-April 2025, I rented with PPM and would strongly advise others to look elsewhere. I…read moremoved into 441 W Barry and found roaches on my first day. After a back-and-forth with management, I was relocated to 450 W Melrose, where the same issue occurred. Roaches. Again. PPM sent pest control, but after over a month of spraying, the roaches only briefly disappeared before reappearing in full force. I soon learned that many PPM renters across Chicago deal with the same issue. That's when it hit me: this isn't a fluke--it's a pattern. And that's just the bugs. The elevators at 450 W Melrose constantly break down (sometimes with people stuck inside--shout out to Chicago's overworked firefighters). Laundry machines are totally unreliable. Dryers either scorch your clothes, leave them soaking, or break entirely. The unit I rented was described as full of natural light with Lincoln Park views. In reality? It faces a parking garage and goes dark by mid-afternoon. If you enjoy overpriced, pest-ridden, poorly maintained housing run by a company that doesn't care, PPM is for you. Otherwise, spare yourself the year of stress.