WTMX-FM Host Chris Petlak and his wife buy Northwest Side home
- Chicago Tribune
- July 3, 2026
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Buying on the North Shore involves more than finding the right location. Architecture, renovation quality, layout, and long-term value all play a critical role in making the right decision. Our team combines real estate expertise with design and construction insight to help you buy with clarity and confidence.
In a competitive market, access and timing matter just as much as evaluation. Our long-standing relationships with local agents, builders, and homeowners often provide early awareness of upcoming opportunities and private listings, helping our buyers see the strongest options before they become widely available.
Move In Ready or Full of Potential, We Help You Evaluate Both
Most of our clients ultimately purchase homes that are ready to enjoy immediately. However, when a property offers exceptional location, architecture, or long-term potential, our combined real estate and design-build experience allows us to help buyers clearly understand what thoughtful transformation could look like before making a decision.
A third-generation real estate leader, co-founder Grace served in executive leadership roles at the country’s top real estate brokerages, overseeing thousands of agents and major market growth initiatives.
That experience now shapes how the Kaage Homes team approaches pricing strategy, buyer behavior, and market positioning, bringing a level of insight and network access that benefits every client we represent.
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North Shore Neighborhoods We Serve
Explore our exclusive listings and notable sales.
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180 De Windt Road, Winnetka, IL 60093
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681 Lincoln Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
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540 W Webster Unit: 1104, Chicago, IL 60614
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2130 W Barry Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
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322 Forest Street, Winnetka, IL 60093
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917 Willow Road, Winnetka, IL 60093
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2320 Dewes Street, Glenview, IL 60025
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88 Abbottsford Road, Winnetka, IL 60093
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402 Lenox Street, Oak Park, IL 60302
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1756 Westbridge Circle, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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720 Willow Road, Winnetka, IL 60093
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720 Pine Street, Winnetka, IL 60093
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2612 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
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328 14th Street, Wilmette, IL 60091
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351 Ridge Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
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