About Me

Areas of Expertise

North Shore Specialist
Certified Relocation Specialist
Previews Property Specialist
Expert Negotiating Skills
Client Satisfaction
Over 25 Years
Experience

Education and Designations

Brokers License
GRI-Graduate Realtor Institute
CRS-Certified Residential Specialist
Consistent Top Producer

Awards

International President’s Elite
Top 2% Realtors Nationwide
President’s Club Award
Five Star Professional Every Year from 2011-2023

Serving All of Your Real Estate Needs

As a North Shore real estate agent, Janie Bress has provided home buyers and home sellers in Chicagoland’s North Shore communities with exceptional real estate service since 1983. A dedicated, experienced professional with extensive knowledge of the North Shore real estate market, Janie is understanding of and attentive to the unique needs of each of her clients. If you have been considering buying a home in the North Shore or are ready to take the next step in selling your North Shore home, please contact Janie today!

Communities Served

Deerfield, Evanston, Glencoe, Glenview, Highland Park, Highwood, Kenilworth, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Lincolnshire, Lincolnwood, Northbrook, Northfield, Riverwoods, Skokie, Wilmette, Winnetka

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Recent Posts

North Shore Homes Are in Demand

North Shore home sales are heating up as buyers flock to the market. In the latest data from the North Shore-Barrington Association of REALTORS®, we see sales trends pointing to continued price growth in the weeks ahead. Here are key indicators of buyer demand for detached, single-family homes in the North Shore area. North Shore […]
Make Your North Shore Outdoor Space Usable Year-Round

Have you been spending more time outside in your backyard this year? Since the pandemic began, homeowners have reported updating their backyard space more than ever, and spending more time there, too! Now that cold and dark nights are upon us, it’s time to consider how you can make this space more usable and comfortable […]
Fall Maintenance for Your North Shore Home

As the seasons change and fall approaches, it’s important to take care of your North Shore home to ensure it’s ready for the colder months ahead. Whether you live in Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Wilmette, Evanston, Glenview, Riverwoods, or Bannockburn, fall is the perfect time to tackle essential home maintenance tasks. […]
Are You Prepared to Buy a Home on the North Shore?

Buying a home on Chicago’s North Shore is an exciting step, but it’s important to make sure you’re fully prepared for this significant investment. The North Shore, including communities like Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Wilmette, Evanston, Glenview, Riverwoods, and Bannockburn, offers a variety of beautiful homes in desirable neighborhoods. But how […]
North Shore Halloween Home Safety: Prep for Trick or Treaters

Halloween is a fun and festive time in Chicago’s North Shore, with neighborhoods like Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Wilmette, Evanston, Glenview, Riverwoods, and Bannockburn full of trick-or-treaters excited to collect candy. As a homeowner, it’s important to ensure that your home is safe and welcoming for all the little ghosts and […]