Ed Motto

Ed Motto smiling in a dark suit and blue shirt.

Meet Ed

US Navy, Aircraft Carrier

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Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH '81

Chicago Luxury Properties | Condominiums | Apartments | Single Family Homes

Areas of Expertise:

Chicago's Lakefront • Lincoln Park • Gold Coast

Old Town • River North • Streeterville • New East Side

A Chicago native and established luxury real estate broker with 25 years experience, Ed represents both buyers and sellers in Chicago's premier neighborhoods. His knowledge of the neighborhoods, buildings, views and true property valuations is exceptional. His experience, street smarts and insider knowledge distinguish him from his peers.

Ed’s drive, extensive network, strategic marketing and strong negotiation skills consistently give his clients a competitive edge. His reputation is built on long standing, trusted relationships grounded in professionalism, market knowledge and integrity.

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Meet Ed

US Navy, Aircraft Carrier

Cypto-secured communications

Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH '81

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Chicago Luxury Properties | Condominiums | Apartments | Single Family Homes

A Chicago native and 25 year seasoned luxury real estate broker, Ed’s knowledge of the neighborhoods, the buildings, their views, and their true property valuations is exceptional. His experience, street smarts, and in-the-know insight are what distinguish him from his peers. Ed’s relentless drive, extensive network, professional marketing, and strong negotiation skills consistently create an advantage for his clients. As a result, he has built long-standing, trusted relationships grounded in professionalism, knowledge, and integrity.

Areas of Expertise: Chicago's Lakefront, Lincoln Park Gold Coast Old Town River North Streeterville New East Side

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Featured Listings

Neighborhoods

Explore my areas of expertise and get to know what neighborhood meets your lifestyle.

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Chicago skyline along Lake Michigan, with a sandy beach and lakeside park in the foreground.

Lakefront Condos

Furnished loft dining area with a dramatic open staircase and tall city-facing windows.

Luxury Condos

Aerial view of Chicago’s lakefront, with downtown buildings, Lake Michigan, beaches, and shoreline roads.

In Unit Washer Dryer

White kitchen with a large stone island, stainless steel appliances, and a professional gas range.

Single Family Homes

Double-height living room with a white sectional, expansive grid windows, and an open staircase.

New Developments

Living room with a white stone fireplace, gray sectional, and balcony doors overlooking distant hills.

Rentals

Testimonials

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I had a great experience working with Ed while searching for my apartment. He was incredibly helpful, patient, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and made sure I felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. His responsiveness and attention to detail really stood out, and I truly appreciated how easy he made the whole experience. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and supportive broker!
— Lauren Lustig
Ed was a pleasure to work with as we looked to finalize our apartment! Very kind and helpful and always available to answer questions about the process.
— Maya Sawla
We had such a wonderful experience working with Ed. Right from the start, I was impressed with Ed's knowledge. He is very helpful in identifying key insights and helping make sure any gaps are filled. Ed is a great communicator, and no stone was unturned throughout the entire process. Ed went above and beyond our expectations.
— Marianne Vivirito

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