Arlyn Tratt Real Estate Agent at Nexthome Elite

Arlyn Tratt

Real Estate Agent at
Nexthome Elite

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Specialties

  • First Time Home Buyers
  • Foreclosures
  • Investment Properties
  • Vacation Home
  • Relocations
  • Luxury Specialist
  • First Time Home Buyer Specialist
  • Foreclosure Specialist
  • Relocation Specialist
  • Land Specialist
  • Luxury Home Specialist

Agent Highlights

Arlyn gets the job done - completing more sales than the average Chicago agent by 10%.
Arlyn has great Condo experience - having sold 75 more condos than the average agent.
Arlyn is a SFH expert - working with over 85% more single family homes than the average Chicago agent.

Arlyn's Transactions

More about Arlyn Tratt

Second-generation Real Estate Managing Broker Arlyn Tratt has become a go-to guru in assisting buyers and sellers throughout the Chicago metro, as well as a savvy investor in real estate properties of all shapes and sizes. He has been featured on Fox News showcasing a million-dollar home in Oak Park, as well as "Chicago Tonight," sharing expertise about the city's Gold Coast neighborhood. Tratt's father owned and operated several Century 21 offices in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, which inspired the younger Tratt to follow in his footsteps by his mid-20s—after an earlier career buying, rejuvenating and flipping classic cars. Today, based in Skokie Tratt is the Managing Broker and Owner of NextHome Elite. Offering a robust roster of specialties, including: the buying and selling of single family homes, condos/townhomes, multi-family dwellings, land lots, residential rentals and ...
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Other Certifications

Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource (SFR), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®)

License Number

408624250TA

Arlyn Tratt's Reviews & Ratings

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  • Arlyn and I connected, but did no business

      To whom it may concern, It is another night of laying down for the night at 9:00pm and still laying here an hour and a half later wide awake because my neighbors are playing loud music and have obnoxious cars without mufflers coming and going throughout the night. My family and I have been enduring this for years. We go to bed most nights around 9 and get up at 5am. Because my husband and I have jobs and our son attends school. On the other hand, The people living next to us do no not seem to be employed, their children spend their afternoons terrorizing the neighborhood or sitting on the roof of their house shouting profanities. We have tried to work this out by going over and asking them to turn down the music. They would for that night, but it would happen again the next. After a while they would turn it down for about an hour and turn it back up. The last time I went to ask them; they did not answer the door and actually turned the music up as I was knocking. I finally decided to get the police involved. I was convinced calling the police would end all the nights of little or no sleep and frustration. I really thought that there were laws that protected my right to live in a peaceful environment. I was shocked to learn there is not much the police can do accept go tell them to turn the music down. And grown men who are playing rap music at 3am are not going to care what a policeman says. I have called the police several times and the situation has only gotten worse. I am convinced these people are either doing drugs, dealing drugs or both. It is the only explanation for having every light in the house on and loud music at 3-4am. The cars coming and going all through the night And their obnoxious, disrespectful attitude. I can not believe that nobody else realizes this! The police having to go pound on their door at 1,2..3..4 in the morning? The numerous other officials I have contacted??, Would they dare put up with this kind of neighbor for even one night? Why should I have to live like this for going on three years with nothing done to help me resolve this issue! Please help me in this matter, if you are not able to, could you please refer me to someone who is able to help. Thank you so much for your time

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    • Did a great job. Took care of us from beginning till it was sold!

      - David Alexander
    • Not enough can be said about Arlyn! My wife and I were being moved to the Chicago area from Las Vegas. Aryln was recommended to us by our previous Realtor and our experience speaks volumes to the greater network of Realtors he associates with. My family needed to find the right home that fit our needs, and fast. Arlyn met that timeline while ensuring we were being taken care of. He made us feel welcome in an area where we knew no one. At every point during the buying process he displayed professionalism and made sure he knew our priorities. In the end, we found the right home and we have Arlyn to thank. Even well over a year after purchasing our home we still communicate. I cannot recommend Arlyn enough, he is simply the best at what he does!

      - Kenneth Streu, Air Force Recruter
    • I have known Arlyn for over 12 years, he has proven himself to be concise, honest and dedicated to his craft. I would recommend Arlyn without reservation.

      - Irwin R. Lampert
    • I recently short saled my condo and Arlyn was in constant communication with me by phone, text or email. He is very personable and wants to do the best job he can for you. I would highly recommend Arlyn for any and all realtor needs.

      - Sue Vetter
    • Arlyn gave very friendly service, listening to our needs and finding the right type of houses for us to look at. He was very insightful and honest about each house, sharing his concerns and positives, to help us make a good decision. Thanks to his help we found a wonderful new home that is just right for us.

      - Janelle Brittain and Michael Wynne
    • Arlyn is one of the best realtors I have ever worked with. He really cares about his clients and goes way beyond the extra mile! He is involved and does whatever he can to help in the transaction. He is very nice to work with and always accessible. I highly recommend Arlyn!

      - D. Y.
    • Arlyn Tratt is very professional and excellent at what he does! He is helpful to his customers and great to work with!

      - Jhoanna Lopez
    • He was amazing with his communications about our property. He is certainly a detail person and over sees ALL aspects of the sale of a house. Knows his real estate market and surrounding business areas. Arlyn was able to keep prospective buyers coming to view our house. 5 stars all the way!!!

      - William Frericks, Dentist
    • Arlyn was the ultimate professional during our process of selling our condo. Our situation was very unique and he made sure to help us throughout. He was responsive to our questions not to mention he checked in frequently. He made you feel like you were his only client which was appreciated as you never felt like you were another number. I would definitely recommend him again and again.

      - Carrie W.
    • Arlyn helped my fianc and I find a new condo to lease. He was with us through every step of the process and took complete care of us from the beginning to end. This is the second time Ive used Arlyn and it wont be the last. He is the total package in real estate.

      - Brad Monti, Union Electrical Worker
    • Alryn is the most trustworthy real estate agent and truly helped me in not only selling my home but from the beginning in getting my home ready for the best offer I can get. He always put me and my family's best interest first, and we could not have had such successful sale without him. He always listened to his client's needs and was very responsive to find answers and options no matter how complicated the issues. We felt he was part of our family as he provided us everything we needed to make an informed decision and was so patient and thorough in being considerate of all our needs. I would recommend him to anyone looking to sell or buy a home in the Chicagoland area who is looking to work with one of the most trustworthy professional real estate agent.

      - Gloria
    • I would recommend Arlyn to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Chicago area. He goes above and beyond to be available and communicate well throughout the entire process. Very personable and wonderful to work with!

      - Megan Calderon
    • Arlyn is exceptional, professional, and dependable. He was there from the beginning to the closing of the sale of our family's home and guided us with each step of the way. Can't say enough about how much he has done to help us with the house. His attention to details, his positive personality, patience, determination and resilience, along with his network of professionals that he connects with made the entire process smooth and seamless instead of stressful. AMAZING real estate agent! Would highly recommend him for selling or buying. Thank you Arlyn!

      - Jenny Chun
    • Arlyn went above and beyond in helping our family sell our home. He was always available and happy to be onsite to assist with any unforeseen issues. His network and knowledge in the real estate market in the Chicago area is unmatched. Arlyn is also current with the latest technologies and social networks. I would highly recommend Arlyn to any potential buyer and seller. He is the consummate professional. The entire experience from listing the property to closing was excellent. Thank you Arlyn!

      - Michael Cha
    • Arlyn worked with my husband and I through a challenging process at a time where there was very low inventory. With twins on the way we wanted to find a home that had everything we needed and that fit our budget. After a long and frustrating year we were able to close on our beautiful home on August 15, 2017. Arlyn was very patient throughout the entire process. He is very personable, responsive, easy to work with and very knowledgeable in the real estate industry and current market trends. We highly recommend using Arlyn as your real estate agent.

      - Linda B. Cannizzo, Business Consultant
    • Arlyn worked with my husband and I through a challenging process at a time where there was very low inventory. With twins on the way we wanted to find a home that had everything we needed and that fit our budget. After a long and frustrating year we were able to close on our beautiful home on August 15, 2017. Arlyn was very patient throughout the entire process. He is very personable, responsive, easy to work with and very knowledgeable in the real estate industry and current market trends. We highly recommend using Arlyn as your real estate agent.

      - Carey May
    • I have had multiple real estate transactions and Arlyn is the best real estate agent I have ever come across. He is so well networked in the Chicago North suburbs and able to meet his clients needs no matter how unique or challenging and does not give up in trying to find a solution. He is also the most caring, understanding and non-judgmental professional who will go out of his way to take care of his client's needs. On top of that he finds the easiest most efficient way to handle the real estate planning, showing and closing where everything with regarding to home sale went as smoothly as could be. His excellent proactive planning and communication really made us feel that we were partnering closely with him on all decisions we made. I would use his services for all my real estate transactions and highly recommend him to anyone.

      - A. C .
    • Arlyn was very friendly and professional as well as knowledgeable about the homes he showed me. We viewed around ten homes. My opinion of them ranged most of the spectrum from bad to good and Arlyn was very honest with me about them. If a home didn't seem to suit me after we viewed it he did not try to sell me further on the home but let me know we should look elsewhere. Once I found my home he was very helpful with the buying process and got me what I feel to be a good deal. I would recommend him highly.

      - Keith Strehler, Human Services Caseworker
    • Where do I start to tell you about ARLYN. I have known Arlyn for many years and can highly vouch for his attributes of being goal oriented, highest integrity and a great listener to exactly what you want in a home to purchase. I had only gone to two homes with him and I knew I did not have to go any further. Arlyn chose the right houses for me to look at. He was tenacious in working with the lister to get me a great deal. Arlyn turned his attention to help sell my present home. In a little over two weeks my home is in the process of closing. Need I say more ....

      - Jacqueline Carroll, A Home Buyer and Seller
    • This is the second time we have used Arlyn Tratt to find a home. We closed on the home of our dreams two weeks ago. Arlyns commitment to us and his diligence in getting us the best deal is beyond description. He treated every step of the process as if he were buying the home for his own family. We could not have asked for a better partner to find and seal the deal on our home. If you are in the real estate market, either buying or selling Arlyn is not only your wisest choice, he is your best choice!

      - Brian and Clair Smith, Schaumburg, IL
    • Arlyn Tratt is a wonderfully effective and friendly expert in helping people to search for new homes. We were delighted to receive and enjoy Arlyn's service; he took us to an excellent selection of potential homes that met our special needs. It didn't matter what day or time we requested his help, Arlyn showed up and provided great information and suggestions. We were fortunate to receive his excellent help.

      - Michael Wynne, Global President of International Management Consulting Associates-IMCA-
    • Due to unforeseen circumstances, I was forced to put my house on the market. Arlyn was recommended as a great real estate broker and short sale expert. He listed our home on a short sale and we received 27 offers!! He was extremely compassionate to my situation and very professional. I highly recommend him for all your real estate transactions.

      - Connie Smith
    • He helped us find the perfect rental in less than a week! Was very accommodating and friendly. We'll definitely be using him again in a year when we buy a house.

      - Brittany Rebarchik
    • Arlyn was a fantastic agent. He was super responsive and attentive. He worked well with the sellers agent as well as attorneys. While looking at properties Arlyn gave suggestions for ways to update or improve the property. Arlyn also has great connections for everyone from inspectors to handymen! I highly recommend Arlyn!

      - Heather Tratt, Educational Director
    • Arlyn was the consummate professional when it came to listing, and successfully selling our home in Chicago. From day one through the entire selling process, he was attentive and full of helpful ideas. His comprehensive plan included perfect pricing, a flattering virtual reality tour, and a professionalism that was top notch. Because of Arlyn, our house literally sold in a weekend for full asking price. What truly set him apart was that the relationship didn't stop with an executed contract. He followed up with the buyers agent so that they could be as successful as possible. Every portion of the transaction was expertly handled and we could not be more thankful. I recommend him so highly to anyone who needs a realtor! Brokers are not all created equal and Arlyn is of the highest competence and his complete understanding of the process from start to finish made him invaluable.

      - Susan Raholin
    • Arlyn was outstanding to work with throughout our purchase transaction. He was always available and present through all stages of the process from the initial viewing of the home, to the inspection right through the closing and everything in between. He was very helpful in negotiating price and other issues, offering solid, practical advice. We highly recommend Arlyn as a professional, ethical, and easy to work with real estate broker.

      - Pam and Chuck Comer
    • During the past two years, my family has worked with Arlyn on two separate occasions. Both times, we have received excellent services from Arlyn. He is a great communicator, reliable, detail oriented, and extremely fast at getting back to you with an answer or solution. I recommend Arlyn to anyone out there who is looking to buy a home. We know how stressful that can be...and Arlyn is the perfect choice to help/advise you through the process.

      - Silvi Kastrati, International Coordinator
    • Arlyn is wonderful. His customer service is outstanding! He kept us updated almost daily and provided timely advice throughout our experience. We would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home or rent a condo.

      - Sarah and Rich Bartecki
    • I have worked with Arlyn on numerous transactions and felt comfortable referring him to my closest family. Arlyn is patient, kind and goes above and beyond for his clients. I love working with him!

      - Senija Grebovic, Attorney
    • Dear Arlyn I am sorry that we didn't get a chance to thank you sooner.We have finally moved in and love our new place! Thank you so much for all of your help throughout this buying process.We can't thank you enough for your patience and professional guideince.We will make sure to tell all of our friends how amazing you were to work with! Sincerely, Fatima & Mirsad

      - Fatima and Mirsad
    • He was the best agent that I have never met before. He is very knowledgeable, helpful, and never leave us uninformed. You won't regret.

      - Mike Park, Seller
    • We would like to highly recommend the services of Arlyn Tratt if you are searching for a new home. We worked with him upon the recommendation of our daughter and were extremely pleased. He was willing to give us as much time as we wanted in our search for a home in an Active 55+ community. He showed us a number of houses established Active 55+ communities around Chicago and this was critical in helping us decide what area we wanted to live in. As we are moving from Michigan we did not know the suburbs of Chicago. The different areas he showed us were different enough to help us decide what we wanted. We ended up choosing to build in Naperville and he was with us all the way in that decision, helping us in our selections, walk thru, and closing. He is very personable, knowledgeable and so easy to work with. Our thanks to Arlyn for making a difficult decision much easier and for his support through the entire process!

      - Ann and Rob Naubert
    • Arlyn is knowledgeable, reliable and credible. He sold our place in under a week and then stayed with us for months while we searched for the right home. At some times I think he knew what we liked before we did. He listens and learns what his clients want, is fun to ride around with (for hours) in the car and very focused on doing whatever is best and right for his clients. *HIGHLY RECOMMEND*

      - Michelle Marquardt, Head of Social Media for PwC Talent Exchange
    • When my mother died a couple years ago, we entrusted Arlyn Tratt with the task of selling her home. Our initial goals were the same as anyone's; get the highest selling price and sell the home as fast as possible. Then we found out there's a lot more to it. This home was part of an association and we did not realize we had various responsibilities for before, during and after the sale. Arlyn was able to explain everything clearly and he saved us a ton of time, effort and money! To say that Arlyn went above and beyond is an understatement. While a lot of people may claim to go "above and beyond" Arlyn actually delivered! For example, prospective buyers raised issues about some problems they discovered with the windows in the unit. We were not happy about an unexpected expense to get the place ready to sell but we were prepared to pay for these necessary repairs. Arlyn did some research and tracked down the company that installed the windows. It turned out that the repairs were covered by an existing warranty and instead of us paying thousands of dollars in repairs, the window company repaired everything for free. Being trustworthy, conscientious and a timely communicator, Arlyn Tratt is a gem! I highly recommend his services to buy or sell your property.

      - Ben Fine
    • When we were, out of circumstances beyond our control, forced to put our home of 25 years on the market, it was a tough situation for us. Arlyn came highly recommended as a realtor and a short sale expert . We met and it was completely clear that he was the right person to help us. Arlyn's understanding of the market, his experience and expertise in our area, his thorough assessments of our property and of our options were beyond helpful. Along with his acumen of how to work with our old house, Arlyn's warm, patient, and respectful demeaner made the process for us personally much easier to negotiate than expected. He kept us up to date on the tasks, changes, and curve balls that came up in the protracted short sale process involved for us. He was always available for answering questions and had a creative approach to selling our property that was very successful. Honestly, I extend to sellers this advise: you would be lucky to work with Arlyn Tract if you have the opportunity---he's among the very best realtors out there and a fine compassionate wise fellow as well. I am so very grateful and happy to have had Arlyn on our team! Harriett Wittert

      - Harriett Wittert