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Carolyn Chesta, CNE, Luxury Listing Agent Carolyn Chesta Broker 847.915.0764 carolyn.chesta@bairdwarner.com

About Me

As a member of the Chesta Gaines Team at Baird & Warner, Carolyn Chesta serves clients across the Fox Valley, Chicagoland, and Southwest Florida with a mission to advocate, consult, and negotiate. Recognized as a top agent at the number one office in Kane County, Carolyn specializes in luxury listings, and offers expertise in global relocation and investor strategies. Clients rely on Carolyn for proactive guidance, strong connections, and insightful market knowledge. In today’s competitive market, where inventory is scarce, Carolyn acts as a trusted advisor—delivering clarity, strategy, and confidence at every step. From Chicagoland to Southwest Florida, Carolyn and the Chesta Gaines Team deliver results that move clients forward!

Carolyn Chesta & Frank Gaines - The Chesta Gaines Team with Baird & Warner

  • Top 1% company-wide in sales volume and units sold 2025
  • Luxury Listing Specialists
  • CNE (Certified Negotiations Expert)
  • LeadingRE Relocation Specialists
  • Military on the Move Certified
  • Baird & Warner Founders Club Members
  • Five Star Agents 
  • Consistent Top Producers in the #1 Office in Kane County
  • RAFV members (Realtor Association of Fox Valley
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Featured Listings

$550,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,719 sqft
  • 0.11 Acreage
2455 Rhodes Avenue, River Grove, IL 60171
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$650,000
New - 21 Hours Ago
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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,092 sqft
  • 0.36 Acreage
4342 Rudyard Kipling Road, Elgin, IL 60124
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$460,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,474 sqft
1117 Annandale Drive, Elgin, IL 60123
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$229,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,400 sqft
190 S Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL 60191
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$650,000
  • 3,503 sqft
  • 0.51 Acreage
799 E Us Highway 45 Highway, Mundelein, IL 60060
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$179,995
  • 0.24 Acreage
26w181 Grand Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187
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$315,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,495 sqft
1493 Exeter Lane, South Elgin, IL 60177
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$650,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,052 sqft
  • 0.26 Acreage
321 N 6th Street, Geneva, IL 60134
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$299,999
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,581 sqft
  • 0.22 Acreage
5232 Bentgrass Avenue, Richton Park, IL 60471
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$395,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,079 sqft
2342 Southwind Boulevard, South Elgin, IL 60177
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$65,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1,200 sqft
  • 0.28 Acreage
429 Meadow Street, Niota, IL 62358
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$1,125,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,698 sqft
  • 0.50 Acreage
724 S Batavia Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134
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$450,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,300 sqft
  • 0.35 Acreage
461 Quinlan Avenue, DeKalb, IL 60115
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$599,900
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 3,281 sqft
  • 0.02 Acreage
1280 N Aspen Way, Addison, IL 60101
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$279,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 960 sqft
34w759 N James Drive, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$279,900
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,300 sqft
20 Arbordale Court, Algonquin, IL 60102
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$775,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 3,487 sqft
  • 1.03 Acreage
43w211 Tall Pines Road, Elgin, IL 60124
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$310,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,333 sqft
2887 Caldwell Lane, Geneva, IL 60134
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$399,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,372 sqft
7655 Woodview Drive, Woodridge, IL 60517
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$4,250.00
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,332 sqft
733 Woodbury Court, Sugar Grove, IL 60554
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$58,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,390 sqft
  • 0.25 Acreage
502 S Lebanon Street, Mascoutah, IL 62258
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$1,395,000
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  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 5,252 sqft
  • 0.47 Acreage
133 S River Lane, Geneva, IL 60134
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$635,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,429 sqft
2105 Bent Tree Drive, Geneva, IL 60134
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$299,999
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,550 sqft
22 Cloverdale Court, Algonquin, IL 60102
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Testimonials

We had such a great experience working with Carolyn and Frank! As first-time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions, and they were patient, knowledgeable, and supportive every step of the way. They were always honest with us, quick to respond, and truly understood what we were looking for in a ho...

- Patricia McDonough, Buyer

Carolyn and Frank were amazing and so helpful in the home buying process. We were first time home buyers and they made us feel at ease when it can feel very overwhelming and intimidating . They were very accommodating to our requests and needs and answered any questions we had very promptly. The...

- Zachary Meyer, Buyer

Carolyn Chesta and Frank Gaines were our sales team from Baird Warner. They were responsive, professional and encouraging throughout the selling process. Specific questions were answered promptly with helpful information that guided our sale. If you're looking for a realty team to sell your home, ...

- Palmer VB

Carolyn surpassed all expectations with how well she helped in the whole experience of buying and selling our home. She made us feel comfortable throughout the whole process with educating us along the way and communicating clearly and quickly. I was so impressed. I would be completely confi...

- Brian T Ahern

It's never easy to find a new home, in a new country! But, Carolyn and Frank made this process very easy for myself and my family. Great attention, care and patience at the entire process. Thanks

- Fabiano Marinho

Carolyn did a great job representing us in both transactions. No drama in anyway.

- Brian Demarco

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