Kara O'Connell Top real estate agent in Western Springs

Kara O'Connell

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13 Years of Experience
(119)
$10.5M
Total Sales Last Year
13
Years of Experience
85
Recent TransactionsTransactions from the last 3 years
$595.9K
Average Price Point
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About Kara O'Connell

An accomplished, full-time Realtor with unparalleled knowledge of Chicago's western and southwestern suburbs, Kara Kennedy O'Connell is a top producer in the La Grange market. A product of the industry, Kara's mother was an influential Realtor in Downers Grove where Kara was born and raised. Kara continues the tradition with her family and her career as she focuses her real estate practice on La Grange, La Grange Park, Brookfield, Riverside, Countryside, Westchester, Western Springs and Indian Head Park. Having been exposed to the industry early on, Kara is keenly aware of the importance of customer service and models her business after the Nordstrom service model. To that end, Kara Kennedy O'Connell recently moved her business to @properties - to offer her clients increased digital exposure and marketing resources for an even better client experience. Known for her ability to work well with every walk of life, Kara's discerning eye for staging, dedication, deep network, and confident approach consistently proves invaluable to her many happy clients. Kara's results speak for themselves, in 2021 Kara ranked in the top 10% of Brokers in Chicagoland*, and in the Top 10 Brokers by Sales Volume in her hometown La Grange**. Kara's average listing over the course of her career has only been on the market 26 days and has achieved 98% of the original list price***. That's in both strong and weak seller's markets. This demonstrates Kara's ability to price, market and prepare a property for sale accurately. Kara Kennedy O'Connell prides herself on her diverse and innovative skills. A graduate of Indiana University's Kelly School of Business, Kara appreciates the complexities of the real estate industry and stays on top of every detail at all times, thoughtfully guiding clients through even the most complicated transactions with responsiveness, expertise and care. With over 150 closed sales locally, when you hire Kara O'Connell you get the consummate professional. *Based on 2021 Closed Sales Volume MRED in La Grange **Based on 2021 Closed Sales Volume All MRED *** Based on MRED closed sales lifetime for Kara O'Connell through 7/7/22 Contact Kara O'Connell at (708) 207-5311 or email at [email protected] to discuss your real estate concerns or to schedule time to see your favorite properties. Visit http://www.karaoconnellgroup.com for access to the most current inventory.
OTHER LANGUAGES
English
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Travel, running, hiking, reading
FAMILY
My husband and I have 4 children - 2 girls and 2 boys. All raised in La Grange! Made the move from the city when our first baby was just 8 weeks old and never looked back:)
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Credentials

LICENSE
Real Estate - Illinois - # 475156142
Designation

ABR, CSC, PSA, RENE

Specialties

  • Sellers
  • Buyers
  • Residential Property

First Time Homebuyers, Downsizers, Transferees, Investors

Awards

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    La Grange, IL

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    La Grange Park, IL

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Westchester, IL

Other Awards

@properties, December 2020 - Present/Coldwell Banker November 2017-December 2020/Smothers Realty Group, January 2013 - November 2017/Awarded "Rookie of the Year" in 2013/Coldwell Banker International Diamond Society 2017, 2018, 2019 - top 10% of sales professionals in the network/$10M+ producer 2020, 2021/Top 10 Broker - La Grange 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021/Top 3 Broker La Grange Park - 2020/Top 10 Broker - La Grange/La Grange Park 2016, 2019,2021

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Recent Sales

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Date
Address
Price
Represented
10/10/2025
312 W Harding Ave La Grange Park, IL 60526
Sold For $867.5K
10/10/2025 Both
10/08/2025
428 S Edgewood Ave La Grange, IL 60525
Sold For $1.2M
10/08/2025 Seller
09/10/2025
4531 Clausen Ave Western Springs, IL 60558
Sold For $1.8M
09/10/2025 Seller
08/29/2025
26 Beechnut Dr South Barrington, IL 60010
Sold For $798K
08/29/2025 Buyer

Kara O'Connell's Reviews & Ratings

119 Reviews
(5/5)
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What clients say about this agent....
  • Responsive
  • Professional
  • Knowledgeable
  • Communicative
  • Attentive
  • Trustworthy
  • Outstanding
  • Available Remotely
  • Excellent negotiator
  • Hard working

Claire Ewing

Review for Member: Claire Ewing
November 12, 2024

We hired Kara OConnell to represent us in the sale of our historic home in La Grange. Kara recommended an approach to selling our home which created excitement in the market before we were ready to show, and helped us prepare our house for the market providing a consultant who offered recommendations for how best to present our home to younger buyers. Both Kara and her business partner, Colleen McAuliffe, were straightforward in their communication and provided excellent guidance on timing and pricing. They laid out a guide to help keep us focused and on track for a timely and positive sale. Selling a home is stressful and tedious and we found ourselves in capable hands with Kara and team. They were hands on partners with us throughout the process and the house went under contract in 6 days and we were pleased with the outcome.

User5995530

Review for Member: User5995530
September 25, 2025
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Colleen and Kara were just fabulous through the whole selling process of our home. They are extremely knowledgeable, professional, & organized. Their insights and knowledge of the market helped us ready our home and sell quickly. They are a fantastic team -responsive, thoughtful and hard-working. We have used them before and will use them again! Highly recommend this team!!!

Brice Maren

Review for Member: Brice Maren
August 27, 2025
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Kara was a great agent to partner with for our sale. She was always communicative through the process and provided valued advice to get the best price for our property. Kara has a full knowledge of the market in LaGrange and the surrounding area and was adept and efficient at dealing with the big and small challenges during our listing process. I am very thankful for her professionalism as well as her kind manner, and would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a reputable agent in her territory.

Kelly Oconnell

Review for Member: Kelly Oconnell
August 9, 2025
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Kara was amazing! She was so thorough and asked all the questions we wouldve never thought to ask. Shes very knowledgeable and attentive and made the whole process so simple from start to finish.

Mary Stander

Review for Member: Mary Stander
July 28, 2025
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Kara was the perfect broker for us! We were first time home buyers and she was there every step of the way, explaining the process thoroughly and patiently. It was a tough market for buyers, but Kara stayed encouraging and helped us to find the perfect home!

Contact Information

Location

4472 Lawn AveWestern Springs, IL, 60558

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