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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

$565,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,347 sqft
  • 0.30 Acreage
3004 Crossfire Trail, Elgin, IL 60124
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$610,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,833 sqft
3641 Eldorado Road, Elgin, IL 60124
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$550,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,719 sqft
  • 0.11 Acreage
2455 Rhodes Avenue, River Grove, IL 60171
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$375,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,600 sqft
  • 0.18 Acreage
26 Ascot Lane, Streamwood, IL 60107
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$859,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,445 sqft
  • 0.50 Acreage
504 Oxmoor Court, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$450,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,288 sqft
  • 0.19 Acreage
1190 Buttercup Lane, Bartlett, IL 60103
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$340,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,603 sqft
  • 0.13 Acreage
122 E Aspen Circle, Hainesville, IL 60030
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$320,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,577 sqft
9965 Cummings Street, Huntley, IL 60142
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$1,575,000
  • 7,686 sqft
  • 0.96 Acreage
2423 Fargo Boulevard, Geneva, IL 60134
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$13.00
  • 1,850 sqft
10 Douglas Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
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$1,349,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,600 sqft
  • 5.07 Acreage
3n805 Town Hall Road, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$899,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,530 sqft
  • 1.04 Acreage
32w050 Cedar Lane, Wayne, IL 60184
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$300,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,000 sqft
  • 0.33 Acreage
925 Haish Boulevard, DeKalb, IL 60115
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$995,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,281 sqft
  • 0.69 Acreage
825 Persimmon Drive, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$425,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,740 sqft
631 Venice Court, Schaumburg, IL 60193
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$82,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
21309 Gambill Lane, Carlyle, IL 62231
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$385,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,654 sqft
1167 Freedom Road, Elburn, IL 60119
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$360,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,807 sqft
2546 Heritage Court, Geneva, IL 60134
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$305,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,582 sqft
  • 0.28 Acreage
122 Mattek Avenue, DeKalb, IL 60115
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1,474 sqft
1863 Portsmouth Drive, Lisle, IL 60532
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$875,000
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  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,989 sqft
  • 2.55 Acreage
3n221 Springwood Lane, Elburn, IL 60119
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$565,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,464 sqft
  • 0.13 Acreage
2850 Stoney Creek Drive, Elgin, IL 60124
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$205,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 883 sqft
108 S 14th Street, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$2,450.00
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,280 sqft
522 Peebles Court E, Batavia, IL 60510
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My Solds

694 Hart Road , Batavia, IL 60510
$689,900
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  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,753 sqft
  • 0.48 Acreage
694 Hart Road, Batavia, IL 60510
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400 Marguerite Street , Elgin, IL 60123
$341,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,401 sqft
  • 0.15 Acreage
400 Marguerite Street, Elgin, IL 60123
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722 S 9th Avenue , St. Charles, IL 60174
$300,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 936 sqft
722 S 9th Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174
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192 Parkwood Road , Elgin, IL 60123
$31,750
Sold
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
192 Parkwood Road, Elgin, IL 60123
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359 Copper Springs Lane , Elgin, IL 60124
$370,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,154 sqft
359 Copper Springs Lane, Elgin, IL 60124
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728 N Parker Street , Elmhurst, IL 60126
$509,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,850 sqft
728 N Parker Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126
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193 White Feather Lane , Gilberts, IL 60136
$525,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,567 sqft
  • 0.69 Acreage
193 White Feather Lane, Gilberts, IL 60136
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245 Stone Manor Circle , Batavia, IL 60510
$330,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,160 sqft
245 Stone Manor Circle, Batavia, IL 60510
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1043 Crane Pointe Road , Elgin, IL 60124
$291,500
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  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,448 sqft
1043 Crane Pointe Road, Elgin, IL 60124
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136 Hubbard Court , Wauconda, IL 60084
$220,000
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,290 sqft
136 Hubbard Court, Wauconda, IL 60084
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793 Rocky Gap Drive , Elgin, IL 60124
$490,000
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  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,898 sqft
  • 0.14 Acreage
793 Rocky Gap Drive, Elgin, IL 60124
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773 Michigan Avenue , South Elgin, IL 60177
$326,500
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,548 sqft
  • 0.22 Acreage
773 Michigan Avenue, South Elgin, IL 60177
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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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