About Michael

As someone who has been in the service field since 2001, Michael always makes customer service his first priority. With each transaction, he puts his listening skills to work so he can truly understand their individual needs. Michael has been interested in real estate since he was small. Growing up in Chicago, he was always surrounded by beautiful, unique properties. As he grew, he searched real estate websites to see what was happening in the market. Instantly drawn to the industry, he purchased his first property at the age of 24, his first project starting two decades of working in property development. After attending University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign with a degree in Biology and Hearing Science and earning his Master's Degree in Medical Speech Pathology at Rush University in Chicago, Michael went on to complete a clinical fellowship at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Lutheran General Hospital and Alexian Brothers Medical Center. He started his career in the medical field, investing and doing development in his spare time. After over 14 years, he decided it was finally time to pursue his dream, becoming a full-time real estate broker. When he decided to join the Coldwell Banker Lincoln Park Plaza office, he knew it was the right place to grow his business. He immediately felt a strong energy in the office. And with a well-known reputation and incredible volume, he knew it was a team he wanted to be part of. With team members Ian Schwartz, Victor Elting, Kyla Hawkins, and Heather McKay, Michael and his team consistently rank in the top 1% of Chicago area real estate agents as well as the top 1% of real estate agents nationwide. Michael brings great value when it comes to marketing listings. He is a "tech-junkie" – taking full advantage of today's social media resources to help maximize property exposure. His hobby as a professional photographer also brings great value, helping to visualize how a property will look in photos online and in print. When not focused on business, Michael enjoys spending time with his wife in Edgebrook, where they live. A lifetime resident of Chicagoland, he grew up in Rogers Park, but has also lived in Northbrook, Tri-Taylor/Near West Side, Bucktown, and Lakeview. He supports buyers, sellers and investors in these areas, as well as Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Logan Square, Avondale, Bucktown, Wicker Park, North Center, Lincoln Square, Roscoe Village, Andersonville, Old Town, River North, The Loop, Sauganash, Edgebrook, North Park, Wildwood, Forest Glen, Streeterville, Hyde Park, and South Loop along with the northern suburbs, including Northfield, Glencoe, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glenview, Northbrook, Highland Park, Deerfield, Riverwoods, Kenilworth, Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Western Springs, and many more. Work with a real estate professional who is truly passionate about helping you reach your goals. Contact Michael Shin today!