About Toya

Toya M. Sledd-Silvera is a results-driven commercial and residential real estate broker passionate about helping people make informed, empowered real estate decisions. With a client-first approach, Toya delivers strategic guidance and market intelligence to buyers, sellers, investors, and developers navigating complex transactions across the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs. She is respectful of her role as a trusted advisor and approaches each transaction with integrity and transparency. For a relationship built on trust, knowledge, and expertise when buying or selling your next home or commercial property, connect with Toya. Toya began her career in healthcare, where she developed sharp analytical and problem-solving skills—strengths she now leverages to help her clients achieve clarity, confidence, and success in real estate. Whether advising first-time buyers or consulting on commercial opportunities, her service is marked by thoughtful planning, meticulous execution, and long-term value. She is a proud member of several distinguished real estate organizations, including: - National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) - Mainstreet REALTORS® - Illinois REALTORS® - National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) - The CCIM Institute - Project REAP - Women’s Council of REALTORS® (WCR) - United Developers Council Toya’s industry certifications reflect her commitment to excellence and continuous learning: - Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) - Residential Community Commercial (RCC) - Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) - Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) - Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) - Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) Beyond her real estate practice, Toya is dedicated to community impact and mentorship. She has served as a mentor for One Million Degrees (OMD) and as Chief Administrative Officer for the Heroes of Tomorrow Foundation, an organization empowering students to pursue higher education and community leadership. Toya earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Fisk University and holds two Master’s degrees from Saint Xavier University. Outside of work, she’s an avid reader, art lover, and foodie who enjoys traveling and spending time with her amazing son, loving husband, and spirited Dachshund.