Office Spotlight: Frankfort

The area that we have come to know as Frankfort, Illinois, was once inhabited by the Winnebago, Potawatomi, and other native tribes. William Rice, the first non-native settler, created a permanent settlement in the area in 1831. German settlers gave the village its name, after the German city of Frankfurt. By midcentury, the village was a thriving community, driven largely by the existence of "Frankfort Station," a key railroad depot.

Nowadays, Frankfort is considered one of the nicest places to live in Illinois. A quiet suburban community with excellent schools, spacious parks, and easy access to all that Chicago has to offer. it's no wonder that so many seek to relocate to this picturesque town. And Frankfort has a national reputation. Frankfort's Fall Festival has been named the country's No. 5 Classic and Contemporary Craft Show, with nearly 300 Artisan Booths, a Food Court, and a carnival and parade that is fun for kids and their parents alike. 

With its 1890s-style downtown square, lush 21-mile trail, and famous festivals, Frankfort is truly a "Jewel of the South Suburbs." Frankfort is 34 miles south of Chicago. Commuters can take nearby I-57 into downtown Chicago in about 45 minutes, depending on traffic. Those who want to ride the train can catch the Metra at Mokena Metra Station, less than five miles away.

Baird & Warner Frankfort has fulfilled the real estate needs of the south and southwest suburban community for more than 58 years. Our agents have deep roots in the community, and serve the Lincoln Way area (Frankfort, Mokena, New Lenox), as well as Orland Park, Tinley Park, Manhattan, Homewood, Flossmoor, and Olympia Fields markets, among many others.

With experience stretching back more than half a century in the south and southwest suburbs, Baird & Warner Frankfort's agents are uniquely positioned to fulfill all of your real estate needs, including purchase and sale of single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, land, new construction and multi-family projects, as well as relocation services to out-of-state and international destinations.

If you visit our Frankfort office, you're likely to find some of our favorite desserts from Fleckenstein's Bakery in Mokena, and you'll often see our agents enjoying a fun working lunch at Camino Viejo Frankfort or browsing the wares at the Frankfort Farmer's Market. 

Like every Baird & Warner office, Frankfort is built on Baird & Warner's tradition — dating back to 1855 — of having a Managing Broker in the office, dedicated to maximizing the success, mentorship, and training opportunities afforded to Baird & Warner's stellar team of agents. Frankfort Managing broker Andrew Croegaert, who joined the powerhouse office in 2019, is a dedicated advocate for his agents' success at every step of the process. "One of the main reasons I decided to join Baird & Warner is the firm's focus on making the lives of its agents easier through the adoption of best-in-class technology, which also makes buying and selling an overall better experience for our clients."

Speak with Andrew or any of the other broker associates and mortgage professionals based out of Baird & Warner Frankfort, and you'll feel their pride in their community and dedication to making Frankfort a welcoming, comfortable place to live for everyone. The team at Baird and Warner Frankfort is an active part of this vibrant community, hosting and sponsoring pet adoption events, volunteering for the park district's Short Run on a Long Day event, and digging in to beautify Frankfort at the Annual Day at St. Coletta's Clean Up.

Even in uncertain times, the agents of Baird & Warner Frankfort are ready to guide clients through every part of the search for their dream homes. As Broker Associate Clara Wetterquist puts it, "as a buyer's agent, my favorite part of the real estate transaction is walking into a house where my client knows they're home. There is no better feeling than helping someone find their dream home."

The agents of Baird & Warner Frankfort understand that buying or selling a home is more than a financial transaction — it's a major life event! Our agents use best-in-class technology, a wealth of experience, and a cooperative office spirit to personalize your real estate journey, ensuring that your needs come first, and you're never treated like a number. Baird and Warner Frankfort brings the resources of one of Chicagoland's oldest and most storied real estate firms to your fingertips, while never forgetting that a personal touch can make all the difference in getting you settled in your dream home.

Among the services Baird & Warner offers is  a full service approach to your real estate transaction. From sales and marketing to title and home services, we have your entire transaction covered, from home search to closing day. Want to learn more about the team at Baird & Warner's Frankfort office? Be sure to follow Frankfort on Facebook and Instagram for news, updates, events, listings, and more.