Karen Baker

World-class Customer Service

Karen Baker is a luxury real estate advisor known for her client-first approach and deep understanding of market dynamics. With experience across strategy, marketing, and high-touch service, Karen brings a consultative perspective to every transaction. She partners with discerning buyers and sellers who value her insight, discretion, and long-term value creation in today’s evolving real estate landscape.

Known for her excellent communication skills, Karen prides herself on educating her clients thoroughly about market conditions and keeping them apprised of any changes as they occur. By the time a client is ready to buy or sell a home, they have been extensively prepared by Karen, who offers proven strategies for a smooth and successful transaction. When a contract is presented, she is a keen negotiator who oversees every detail with an impeccably trained eye.

Actively connected to the community through memberships to the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, The Morton Arboretum, The Elmhurst Art Museum, and the Oak Brook Historical Society. Karen is well-informed about the area beyond the real estate market. .

Karen also serves on the Professional Standards and Ethics Committee for the Mainstreet Association of Realtors.

Additionally, Karen is a Certified Global Luxury Property Specialist, a Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA), and a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and an Accredited Buyers' Representative (ABR).

Education and Training

• Boston University, Boston Massachusetts
• Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, Rhode Island
• Licensed Broker, State of Illinois, 2012
• Licensed Realtor, State of Illinois, 2009
• Licensed Realtor, State of New Jersey, 2001
• Member, National Association of Realtors
• Mainstreet Association of Realtors
• Graduate, Coldwell Banker Professional Development Program

Awards And Designations

• International President's Circle
• International Sterling Society
• Pricing Strategy Advisor, PSA
• Accredited Buyer Representative, ABR
• Seniors Real Estate Specialist, SRES
• Certified Negotiation Specialist, CNS
• Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Specialist

Areas of Expertise

• Marketing/selling listings
• Upsizing or downsizing buyers
• First-time home buyers
• Single-family homes
• Luxury Properties
• Architectural Interest
• Family estates
• Townhouse/condominium living
• Investors

Community Involvement

• Coldwell Banker Charitable Foundation
• Chicago Council on Global Affairs
• Member of The Morton Arboretum
• Member of The Elmhurst Art Museum
• Member, Oak Brook Historical Society
• Professional Standards Committee Member, Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS

Communities I Serve

Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Burr Ridge, Elmhurst, Naperville, Westmont, Lombard. DuPage and Cook Counties. Chicagoland suburbs.