Michael Thomas Top real estate agent in Evanston

Michael Thomas

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24 Years of Experience
(101)
$50M
Total Sales Last Year
24
Years of Experience
152
Recent TransactionsTransactions from the last 3 years
$643.9K
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About Michael Thomas

Real Estate Consultants We serve North Shore & specialize Evanston Expertise Our priorities have always been to give our clients superior service. From first time home buyers to seasoned pro's to some of Evanston's finest builders, our client base is as diverse as the properties we represent. We have experience in the condo, coop, townhouse, single family home, and new construction markets. Although we have sold homes as far north as Highland Park and as far west as Wheaton, we specialize in Evanston. We also assist our clients who are moving out of the area by introducing them to the top agents in other communities around the country. Background Lene has a business degree and formerly worked for Philips Electronics where she was a Project Manager in logistics and marketing. Prior to Michael's career in real estate, he graduated from University of Wisconsin at Madison with a degree in communications. Before combining forces in real estate, we started two successful businesses, The Unicorn Cafe in 1991 and Casteel Coffee (a wholesale & retail coffee roasting company) in 1993, both of which continue to add flavor to Evanston's community. Speaking of community, we are blessed with two daughters - Cecilia and Josephine as well as several other family members who live in Evanston and Chicago. While we're both enthusiastic about real estate, we never forget that it's the relationships that make our hard work rewarding.
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  • Residential Property

Specialties Buyer's agent Listing agent Relocation Short-Sale

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Evanston, IL

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Skokie, IL

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Wilmette, IL

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Date
Address
Price
Represented
09/17/2025
540 Hinman Ave APT 8 Evanston, IL 60202
Sold For $293K
09/17/2025 Seller
09/12/2025
110 Lakewood Dr Antioch, IL 60002
Sold For $200K
09/12/2025 Seller
09/12/2025
35650 N Laurel Ave Ingleside, IL 60041
Sold For $180K
09/12/2025 Seller
08/20/2025
819 Forest Ave APT 2W Evanston, IL 60202
Sold For $301.5K
08/20/2025 Buyer

Michael Thomas's Reviews & Ratings

101 Reviews
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Jordan Scott

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June 16, 2025
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Mike and Lene were simply outstanding in every way throughout the sale of my condo. From our very first meeting, they brought a perfect blend of professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care. Their guidance on pricing was spot-on, and their staging team transformed my home into a beautifully market-ready space that truly stood out. They made what could have been a stressful process incredibly smooth and even enjoyable. Every stepaEUR"from preparing the listing to coordinating showingsaEUR"was handled with precision and clear communication. Thanks to their expertise and thoughtful approach, we received a strong offer immediately after our very first open house. I cant recommend Mike and Lene highly enough. Their dedication, insight, and personal touch made all the difference.

Coachshaman

Review for Member: Coachshaman
June 10, 2025
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Lauren is absolutely the best real estate agent I have ever worked with! She takes a personal interest in her clients, and is very detail-oriented. She was on top of every possible scenario and expertly guided us through what was a difficult home search. Her knowledge of the nuances of the local market was invaluable! She helped us to be ahead of the curve on every possible new home that came on the market, and her local connections were of great value, as well. She guided us through every single part of the home-buying process, taking our feelings into consideration at all times, and making us feel comfortable with everything that was part of the process. I cannot recommend her highly enough!!

J_mavros

Review for Member: J_mavros
April 12, 2025
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Mike and Lene are far and away the best Realtors I have ever worked with. I have used them for two home sales and two purchases in the past 12 years. They are knowledgeable, proactive, detail-oriented, hard-working and responsive. They have connections and can make recommendations for all of the other people you need when you buy/sell a home -- mortgage brokers, inspectors, lawyers, etc. Both of the homes I've sold with them were under contract within the first couple days, with multiple competing bids. They know the market.

User077368

Review for Member: User077368
March 12, 2025
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Mike and Lene of Thomas Team are well known and respected real estate brokers in Evanston/ NorthShore. They sold my house in 2024 and I'm happy with the total process. Mike and Lene are professionals, understand the RE market and the people they represent. During the listing there was trust, organization, understanding, patience and cooperation throughout the process.

Jennack731

Review for Member: Jennack731
March 4, 2025
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I cannot offer high enough praise for Mike. His knowledge of the market, his informed but non-stressful style, his integrity and desire to ensure that as a buyer I am making the best possible choice for myself is unparalleled. I would work with him again in a heartbeat and have already recommended him to other people. A shout out to his colleague Chaz R as well as they partner together seamlessly and make sure that every question is answered and every need met.

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1821 Benson AveEvanston, IL, 60201

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