Sheila Flanagan Gentile
Riverside IL
Coldwell Banker Realty broker
Sheila Gentile of Coldwell Banker Realty in LaGrange is a local expert in the Near West Suburbs of Chicago, specifically Riverside, Berwyn, North Riverside, Brookfield, LaGrange, LaGrange Park and Westchester, as well as the surrounding communities - with multiple successful transactions in each area. Sheila is a lifetime resident of Riverside where she is Coldwell Banker's #1 broker/agent. In addition, Sheila is consistently a top producing Realtor® in Riverside overall, year after year. For example - for the last 5, 10 and 15 year periods* she was #1 in closed properties in Riverside out of all agents from any brokerage. In addition, in 2023** the Sheila Gentile group was #1 again! And, Sheila's extensive local knowledge is backed by the nationwide marketing power of Coldwell Banker, America's oldest and most established residential real estate franchise system. Sheila earned her B.S. in Fashion Merchandising from Illinois State University, and as a Certified Staging Consultant and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist she can help you get your home in perfect condition for a Top dollar sale, and then with the aid of all the technological assets available in her tool box, Sheila can get it SOLD. For example, no one beats her personal on-line marketing campaigns for her properties, executed with a degree of professionalism normally only matched by large corporations. Sheila also has delighted customers all over the areas she services and has been the recipient of multiple Coldwell Banker Customer Service Awards. If you are looking for a high-energy, high integrity neighborhood expert that is customer service oriented, compassionate, and a proven success, contact Sheila today! Or check out her great positive reviews below and on Yelp, Trulia and Zillow.
*In Units based on MREDLIC.COM 01/08-12/23. **In Units and volume based on MREDLIC.COM 01/23-12/23 Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Things people are saying about Sheila
Sheila helped us sell our home in Riverside in 2021. If you are looking for an amazing realtor to sell your home, I can’t recommend her enough. Something I learned during the selling process is that selling a home is much more than taking pictures and listing it. You need a local expert help you get through everything that comes after getting an offer/contract to get through closing. Sheila is a fountain of knowledge about selling homes in the Riverside area and an expert negotiator. She’s also an incredibly kind and thoughtful person which made working with her a very positive experience. Working with her was worth every penny of the commission (and probably more)! – Maryjane Bates (via google)
Sheila is simply outstanding – both as a professional and a person. With one parent deceased and the other in a nursing home, we were faced with the difficult task of selling the family home. Sheila helped us at every turn. As an extremely knowledgeable realtor, she was able to provide the guidance that enabled us to quickly sell the home at a good price. As a person, Sheila empathized with what we were going through and took action to make the whole ordeal just a little bit easier. In short, she went above and beyond what’s expected on both fronts – and we truly appreciate her extraordinary efforts. – John McCormack (via google)
Sheila does an amazing job when helping people find there home :) Sheila does a very thorough job of making sure you get exactly what you are looking for and not only that, she is very sweet/ kind and always reliable. She will have more options for you to choose from then you really need, but u never know its always good to have many options. She will always expand the search criteria if you not exactly finding what you want. Overall 10/10 would highly recommend her for finding your dream home!!!!! Was very happy to work with her! she just made the journey very enjoyable and fun :) <3 – Ana Benoy (via google)
Sheila did an amazing job of giving us advice on staging our home, marketing the house for sale, and answering any questions we had along the way. The best part is that our house went from list to closing sale in under six weeks!
- adelmatt (via Trulia)
Sheila is Great! Sheila knows the market. She is an expert at guiding you in getting your house ready to sell. She knows how to effectively use all the tools in her box (technological and traditional). She is efficient and educational while walking her clients through the process. But best of all she is an awesome person and fun to work with! Thanks Sheila --Lisa Freel source: Homes.com
Sheila Gentile was the best realtor we have ever had! This was our third home purchase and by far, the best experience we have ever had from start to finish! Sheila represented us as our broker for the sale and as the broker for our purchase and never did we feel any pressure to do anything "quickly" or "hastily" - everything we did was with careful consideration and thought and Sheila was there every step of the way! Sheila's dedication to her clients is unwavering and she is someone you can highly trust and know that she is always working for you. She is an excellent negotiator, marketer and is extremely dependable and flexible! This is one of the most important decisions you will ever make and choosing the best realtor is just as important! If you are looking for the best, then you need to call Sheila Gentile!
Sheila was a pleasure to work with. She is an expert in her field and helped the Village sell a property that had been vacant for many years. I would definitely use her in the future. (via LinkedIn)
Since I myself work for a Real Estate Investment Firm, I decided to ask my boss if he had any Realtor suggestions for us to use. This would be our first purchase and I didn't know of good Realtors out there. My boss referred me to his very good friend in the area and upon learning what specific areas we were interested in (Berwyn, Brookfield, La Grange etc), she then referred us to Sheila Gentile from Coldwell Banker Residential. And the rest, as they say, is history. Sheila was simply a pleasure to work with, our first meeting, she offered to pick us up from a train station close to Berwyn since we lived in the city. She practically gave us a tour of the ALL the areas surrounding the neighborhoods we were interested in, which is something she didn't have to do. All the while giving us tidbits of nice places to try out and go see. It was such a nice way to ease our nerves on this very stressful life decision. We were so nervous going into this since we didn't really know anything about purchasing a home, but with Sheila Gentile we had absolutely nothing to worry about. She answered all our questions, and kept us in the loop all the way through to closing. This was honestly such a simple process for us that we consider ourselves very lucky to have been placed with Sheila. She made us feel at ease, was never pushy or tried to rush us into anything. She was cool, calm and collected 100% of the time. Such a JOY to work with. Thank you Sheila, YOU ROCK!!! Katerina Zachariou, Proud New Resident of Brookfield
It's not often that I go out of my way to write a Yelp review, let alone a positive review, but I have to say that Sheila Gentile was an awesome realtor. Granted, it was our first time buying a property, so we can't really compare beyond horror stories from our friends/families. We could tell that she just really knows what she is doing, and that she is very well connected with families and other businesses in the communities she serves. Sheila went above and beyond to guide us through the process, was very patient with EVERY single question we had (and we had a lot), and just a pleasure to work with. She understood what we wanted, and never showed us anything that was out of our price range or just a style of home we knew we weren't interested in checking out. Sheila really was awesome to work with. Her positive, upbeat attitude and easy accessibility were another bonus. If you are looking for a realtor, we would highly recommend her.
We found Sheila on Yelp to sell our town home in IL. Sheila quickly helped identify problem areas in the house. Yes she is very particular, and exactly what's needed in this market. Once the property was in pristine condition; the key to selling it was her detailed market analysis hence recommendation for appropriate pricing and aggressive marketing. She is thorough in her work, her communication (including email, phone, texting etc.) and management of the entire process. We received an offer within 7 days and closed recently. By the way, we have never met Sheila in person and reside on the other side of the country! Highly recommended...
Sheila is amazing! We were first-time home buyers and had no idea what we were doing. She walked us through the entire process and with her help we found a home--not just a house. Sheila is a top-notch negotiator and we got way more out of our deal than I ever expected. She has a wonderful way of being a tough negotiator and so friendly and sweet at the same time. I guarantee you will not be sorry if you go with Sheila for buying or selling.
In this challenging time of selling homes, Sheila is a stand-out star. Her focused, practical marketing provided excellent results. From excellent counsel on current market dynamics to listing our Riverside home to guiding us through the offer(s) - 5 weeks, and then a timely close. This was the 5th home we have sold over our lives and Sheila is as good as they come in this field. Highly, highly recommend Sheila.
Have a house you can't sell? Looking to buy the home of your dreams? Don't waste another second and call Sheila Gentile immediately!!! I have engaged Sheila to help me both purchase and sell properties in recent years and she has never disappointed. Sheila has succeeded where other realtors have failed miserably. Recently, Sheila helped me to sell a home that I was having difficulty selling over a long period. Sheila was able to quickly list it, actively market it and sell it in a matter of months. Sheila is extremely professional and understands the meaning of customer service. She is a great communicator and always keeps you well informed on all activity concerning your property. She has a great system for evaluating and marketing homes at the appropriate price. She also thinks outside the box and actively markets through non-conventional means (e.g. Social Media, etc.). This is probably why Sheila consistently ranks at the top among her peers. Sheila is our real estate agent for life!!!
I sought out Sheila based on an impressive recommendation. I was told that Sheila is knowledgeable, experienced, persistent with great follow-through, and professional. I have found Sheila to be all that and more. Having relocated from the New England, I needed advice on whether to rent or buy and where to look. Sheila skillfully guided me in both these areas after getting to know more about me. She is more than customer oriented - she genuinely cares about her clients. I know she is thinking about me and my situation even when I'm not contacting her. She's more than responsive - she's proactive. When I found the property I wanted to make my home, Sheila's contacts and reputation helped my offer to be the one that was selected among several. It was a short sale so it was a long, protracted situation with hills and valleys throughout. Ultimately, it fell apart but Sheila would not take no for an answer and because of her persistence and follow-through, I am now purchasing the same property under better conditions than I had agreed to previously. Sheila has diligently kept me on-track allowing this to all work out to my benefit. Knowing so many people has also made Sheila a marvelous resource for contractors to make this house my home while protecting me from those that might not have my best interests at heart. I know that Sheila will not make very much of a commission from this sale but I am confident she treats me exactly the same as a client that is purchasing a home for half a million. That's how Sheila makes me feel. And I think of her as a friend. I recommend her to others and will use Sheila when the time comes for me to sell.
Sheila Gentile has the expertise that begins with her knowledge of the market, expert pricing, enthusiastic marketing techniques, creative staging, personable approach, accessibility, & superb negotiating skills that result in what every seller desires....the best price possible with the least amount of issues. As an out of town owner, sheila was most professional & had the integrity that warranted trust.
I was relocated to the Chicago area for work and Sheila was a great help, not just in finding a house but in pointing out restaurants and services to try. She even recommended landscapers, handymen and more. She knows the neighborhood like the back of her hand and targets right to the kind of house you want after asking just a few questions. Very pleased!
Sheila has been a neighbor and friend for years. She is hard working, honest and works with the highest degree of integrity!
We were first time home buyers and worked with Sheila to find a home in La Grange --she was fantastic! We didn't know her prior to working with her, but we were very pleased with her dedication towards helping us find our first home. She never made us feel pressured to make a hasty decision, and she was very flexible with her time throughout the entire process and was avaible for numerous showings, our home inspection, final walk through, the closing, etc. Even after the closing she has helped us with some items that came up! We really enjoyed working with Sheila and would highly recommend her to other friends and family searching for a home in her market.
Sheila helped me sell my home in Riverside and buy a condo in Oak Park in less than 7 weeks. She is an expert in what she does. Excellent communication skills and a warm personality helped me navigate in the process of negotiations offering sound advice and perspective. Her local knowledge is excellent. Always a phone or text away. She's fast in what she needs to get done and handles everything with a positive attitude and a smile. I recommend Sheila to anyone who wants to get things done fast and professional.
Sheila was wonderful to work with. Knows the housing market, very attentive, knowledgable in negotiating all aspects of our new home purchase. Smooth transaction from start to finish!
I highly recomment Sheila for your residential purchase or sale. Her level of communication and knowledge of the market are priceless in this environment. It would be a mistake not to go with her and Coldwell Banker!
Sheila has provided a great deal of knowledge and support to us while we have been trying to sell our home. She's very patient and answers all of our questions about the process.
I have known Sheila for many years and recently need help in finding a place to live due to Divorce. Not knowing anyone in my circle in Will county, I contacted Sheila for names and advice on what to do. Sheila immediately responded with contact names and phone numbers in my area. I was very pleased, even though she was not going to be my rep in the transaction, Sheila did not hesitate to assist in getting the resources that I needed and informed me on all aspects of what to ask for and what to expect during the process. Sheila also offered her services in answering questions should the need arise. Sheila is very well-informed and my go to person for any real estate questions that I have big or small and Sheila is very receptive in my inquiries. A true testament to her passion in her job.
After being less than impressed with other realtors, we contacted Sheila to help us find single family homes for both my son and my daughter. Sheila always returned phone calls and emails promptly. Her research on homes meeting our criteria was thorough and she respected our criteria. She was very creative in trying to find just the right home. Our son and daughter both decided to delay buying homes for just awhile. When they decide to move forward the first phone call placed will be to Sheila. She's terrific!
Sheila stuck with me through all my mind changing events.... Two years ago I contacted Sheila seeking a House. Sheila formed a profile for me of my wishes and wants. The search began... we looked at many houses and proposals were made, but nothing fell through for me. Sheila didn't give up, and in fact, she was even more positive spirited to get back out there and look for the "perfect house" for me. After a financial burden, I was no longer able to afford a house. Sheila didn't panic as much as I did, she quickly reformed my preferences, and I was now in search for a condo. This seemed to be a better idea, and I never considered it until Sheila suggested the idea. She took the time and showed me the pro's and con's and left my ideas open for different types of properties... we looked into Townhomes, condos, and small houses. Sheila reformed my profile, and within ONE day I had all new selections of property listings sent to me from her. We started our new search, had a few laughs at some of the run-down properties we visited, and quickly left others. Sheila not only showed me properties, but gave me knowledge of what I should look for to match my original wishes. After two years of guiding me through the purchasing property process, Sheila closed on a condo for me. She stayed by my side every step of the way, up until she handed me the keys and I signed the final paperwork. Being this is my very first ownership of property, I am pleased to have had such a great experienced person helping me through this process, like Sheila. Thank you Sheila, I will keep your number close for when it's time for me to move on to a HOUSE!
After refusing to have an open house for many months, Sheila finally convinced me that it was time. At the open house a couple came back and asked to rent the house with the option to purchase. It has really helped us get back on track and not have that constant worry about an empty home.
Although we haven't yet bought or sold a house through Sheila, our experience so far has been all we could ask for. Sheila has a wealth of local knowledge and is one of the leaders in our area for properties sold. She knows what she's doing! She's fantastic at making suggestions for how best to show your home. She's also great at using her network to get you the information you want. A true professional!
Sheila and I we recently involved on a real estate transaction together, and i can't say enough about how much she helped the process. What a great realtor! (via LinkedIn)
Sheila proved to be over the top dedicated throughout the time that we worked with Sheila in the process of trying to obtain a short-sale home. She was extremely knowledgeable in this area and, throughout the entire process, explained everything to us (as first time buyers) in a way that we could fully understand and feel comfortable with. We would definitely work with Sheila again. (via LinkedIn)
Sheila was the seller's agent for the home we purchased, which happened to be on the same block as her own home. She was very personable and accommodating for us to walk through several times. We felt that she was honest and professional. She certainly welcomed us to the community; we'll probably never move, but if we did, we would be happy to have her as our agent. (via LinkedIn)
Sheila Gentile is a fantastic relator. I was a first time home home buyer and she walked me through the whole entire process. Sheila also answered all of my questions (sometimes multiple times) and was very patient. She made herself available whenever I needed her and she accommodated my very hectic work schedule. She is incredibly dedicated to her clients almost making you seem if you are her only one! We were even putting a bid on one home the night of a severe storm which had the power out in much of the area and we still met at the office and filled out a contract by hand and Sheila hand delivered it to the seller's relator! I would highly recommend Sheila for your home buying and selling needs! She's as good as they get!
Sheila is really an amazing woman. I met with her two weeks back. She is very professional and genuinely cares about her clients, as well as all people who come across her path. She is extremely qualified in real estate and I believe she enjoys creating peace of mind for buyers, those listing their home, and everyone in between. Regardless of the economy or one's situation she goes above and beyond to ensure your needs are satisfied. I would recommend her to all.
Highly recommend Sheila if you need a real estate broker. She is a very friendly, personable, and capable realtor who was a big help in finding a buyer for our property in this down economy.
Sheila is a one-in-a-million realtor. She regularly goes above and beyond the call of duty, and always maintains a cheerful attitude. She is genuinely helpful and caring. I recommend her for everyone!
Sheila Gentile is a solid woman, in her background and ethics. Right now, I need a market analysis done on my home for legal purposes and contacted Sheila straight away. Sheila promptly got back to me and had me scheduled in within one e-mail in less than 12 hours. If I decide to sell my home? I will definitely be calling Sheila Gentile to represent me in the transaction. Over the past several years, I have turned to her for guidance in my endeavors on real estate and lawyer recommendations with excellent results. I have always received prompt responses and superb guidance in all my dealings. It is refreshing to know that I have a loyal fall-back person that I can turn to at a moments notice. Sheila is well versed, highly professional, friendly, and knowledgeable not only in Real Estate but as a person. I trust anyone that lives in the same town that one grew up in and is making a name for herself most definitely in the real estate world. Sheila exudes integrity, professionalism, firmly established values, and is a woman that sincerely cares about the needs of her clients. - Catherine A. Paloucek-Cochrane (via Sheila's Guestbook)
I met Sheila 14 years ago. Sheila is a professional realtor that puts her clients at the top of the list. She works hard to help a seller stage their home and gives valuable tips so that you can get the highest dollar for your property. She knows the area very well since she grew up here. She has many connections and I consider her to be a people connector. Connecting sellers and buyers. She has drive and passion. She also gives back to the community in many different ways. She has been a leader for Riverside Junior Women's organization. Her involvement with raising funds and organizing events for the community for various charities shows she always looks out for other people. She is someone to trust and a true professional. I highly recommend Sheila as an experienced and professional realtor to anyone looking to either buy or sell property in this area. - Jodi McDonough (via LinkedIn)
Sheila Gentile was fantastic to work with selling my property that I owned for two decades. Definitely a go to realtor for all. She went above and beyond with marketing and staging the property. Communication was excellent with all third parties involved and she is very trustworthy. We strongly recommend that you choose Sheila for your real estate needs whether buying or selling.
I contacted Sheila after researching a number of agents. After doing online research, I narrowed my choices and started meeting with agents. She was perhaps the third agent I interviewed as a possibility, and I am completely pleased with our decision, and how things worked out. Sheila essentially sold our house in one day. She showed us her market research, we met and discussed plans, she wrote and reviewed the listing with us, created marketing materials, posted our listing, and we had an offer slightly over our asking price the day after the listing went live. I almost forgot to mention how impressed we were with the quality of the home photos and the brochures created for marketing. Throughout the rest of the inspections, negotiations, and up through the closing, Sheila helped us navigate the process. She knew the quirks of the local town-specific requirements. This was our first home sale, so we knew virtually nothing. We were provided with clear checklists, accurate price/fee quotes, and solid advice. I really enjoyed interacting with Sheila. She isn't just competent, she is also an interesting and kind person. She was very fast to respond to me whenever I had a question or concern via text or by calling. She was also there whenever we needed her, and was present and helpful at the closing. I give her my highest recommendation. She is a great agent and person. - (via Zillow - Sold a Single Family home in 2014 for approximately $225K in Berwyn, IL)
Shelia is amazing. She is the consummate professional. Her knowledge, integrity, professional code of conduct and customer service skills are second to none. I would not hesitate to recommend or use her services again should the need arise. Thank you Shelia - Great Job! Bud Cribaro
Sheila helped us every step of the way in selling our home and purchasing a new one. She worked very hard and was available whenever we had questions or needed guidance. I highly recommend Sheila.- matthewjnutting via Zillow
Sheila was great!! We couldn't have asked for a more patient and understanding realtor. We appreciate everything she did to help us find our perfect home! - vargas1005 via Zillow
Sheila is an incredible professional with know-how and experience to get the job done. I was able to successfully sell my town-home with multiple offers on the table thanks to her professional expertise at negotiating home sales. I highly recommend her to anyone selling a home! - elisa sabrina via Zillow
I tapped Sheila to help me rent out my condo in Oak Park for the second time since i purchased it 8 years ago. Sheila used her experience to provide recommendations for how to improve the marketability of my home and was honest with me regarding what needed to be done. This was imperative since I had a an aggressive goal to list, move out, and have a tenant in my place in only 2 weeks. After following Sheila's recommendations coupled with her knowledge, responsiveness, availability, and dedication, it resulted in getting the right tenant in and meeting my goal! I highly recommend Sheila if you want the absolute best resource right by your side. Her biggest strength is her client service... always being there a phone call, email, or text away. She is truly dedicated to her craft and you won't be disappointed. - Matthew Holly via Zillow
Sheila did a wonderful job working with us to sell our home! She used her skills as a staging consultant to help us decide how to make a few decorating changes to broaden the appeal of our house to potential buyers. She was always upbeat and responded promptly to all of my questions and concerns as we went through the selling process. I believe the fact that Sheila is the top producer in the Riverside market is a reflection of her ability to build trusting relationships with both neighbors within the community in addition to those she has worked with as clients in both the buying and selling process. Her love of Riverside and knowledge of the community make her an asset to each client! I highly recommend using Sheila as your Riverside real estate agent! - Ljdv via Zillow
Sheila was helpful and patient in the sale of my mother's home. She kept my mother and myself up to date at all times. This took extra effort since I live a long distance away. Sheila used her expertise to negotiate with potential buyers and advise us on proceedings. Sheila was very professional and thorough. I highly recommend her. - marcia hiehle via Zillow
My experience with Shelia was always pleasant. She was very helpful and took a personal interest in me and the property. She was very knowledgeable about the process and explained things very well. anndrada via Zillow
Sheila is a GEM, who really knows her stuff! Her communication throughout the sale of our property was exceptional! Sheila's real estate knowledge, expertise and responsiveness is bar none. Whether buying or selling-Sheila will get the job done! - lizobrien6149 via Zillow
It was awesome working with Sheila. From day one until our house sold and closed, Sheila took charge of the entire process - which was great because we had already relocated to another state!! Most people over promise and under-deliver...not Sheila, she came through on everything we spoke about. We would highly recommend her services! - zuser20151217090457714 via Zillow
I have had the pleasure of working with Sheila as both a buyer and a seller (for the same home). After my experience as a buyer, I insisted my relo company use Sheila to list and sell my home. She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and overwhelmingly customer focused. Plus she has an extensive background in working with relo companies. If I ever find myself moving back to the near west suburbs she would be my first call. - tpstrannix via Zillow
Had to sell the family house and contacted Sheila because of her sales knowledge in the area and her awesome revues as a realtor. She came by the house, gave me an honest assessment of the house and the market and her approach to selling the house. Sheila's outgoing personality, knowledge of the business, positive attitude and personable touch made my decision very easy to hire her to sell the house. I trusted her judgement and expertise and followed the recommendations she made in preparing the house for sale. She explained the sales process thoroughly in an assuring way which helped to ease my anxieties of selling a house. When the time came and offers were made for the house; Sheila was providing expert advice to assist me with my decision. My experience with Sheila was outstanding. She is a very pleasant person to work with and works very hard with your best interest in mind. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Sheila as your Realtor. Thank you very much for your Hard Work and making this process a Wonderful Experience.- vmf122 via Zillow
Sheila is an outstanding realtor to work with. She is on top of everything, every step of the way. Since I was selling my house which was over 30 miles away, I had called Sheila to ask her advice on a realtor in that area, thinking that was out of her normal area, and ended up hiring her. She had no problem traveling the distance, finding out the local town rules and ordinances, and handling things out there without me being there. She is extremely knowledgeable, a beyond hard worker, and one of the easiest people to deal with. She is always working, so I felt like I could contact her with any question, big or small, at anytime. This is huge. She kept me in the loop, every step of the way, keeping me informed on calls, showings, questions, etc. Sheila went above and beyond to make things easier for me, including meeting me in a Jewel parking lot to sign a paper so as not to interrupt my Saturday plans with my son. And Sheila did a wonderful job helping me deal with the usual little glitches that pop up along the way, which, again, is huge. She is your partner in selling or buying a house, and she is there to help you through everything!! She is a wonderful person, and an exceptional realtor.- goonsmama via Zillow
We needed to sell a home because of job re-location. We contacted multiple realtors. We did not like any of the market prices. (We were looking at a big loss.) But a great realtor works for you and gives you fast facts and honest answers. We ended up renting, with Sheila as our agent. Had a tenant with in a month. Realtors get less commission on rentals verses sales but you could not tell that with Sheila. We had all the time and attention from her that we needed. She is an expert in Riverside. - deland2k - via Zillow
Sheila knows the area and her stuff. We bid on two homes and won them both. Unfortunately, the sellers of the first home decided to opt out of the contract at the last minute. We then got to work and found a gem within a couple of weeks after first disappointment. Her team recommendations - lawyer, inspectors, etc. were all great professionals. We could not have asked for better.- zuser20140521093320193 - via Zillow
Can't say enough what an outstanding agent Sheila has been for us! She has helped us find a house to rent, and later helped us sell our house in North Riverside. The processes were much faster and easier than we could have imagined, in large part because of Sheila. Our house was under contract at asking price within 48 hours! It's rare to find somebody who does business face-to-face (the old fashioned way), and yet uses technology so effectively. She doesn't just do things by email, but happily stops by your home to talk through things face to face. And she is clearly effective in her use of online networking and reaching potential buyers. She is professional, knows the market, is well-connected, trustworthy, and goes the extra mile for her clients. We're thankful for Sheila! - chrisflinn316 - via Zillow
Our experience with Sheila began 3 years ago when we needed to find a home to rent. She treated us with respect and provided the same level of professional help as if we were buying. This March we were able to sign a contract to sell our town home and closed within 30 days because of her knowledge and expertise and incredible responsiveness. Her help and quality of help was invaluable. - megganflinn - via Zillow
Sheila was great to work with. She has lived in the area a long time so she gave us a lot of great recommendations for shops, restaurants and more. She was also very quick to respond with any questions we had throughout the buying process. We travel for work and Sheila was very flexible in working with our limited schedule. - rlbortoli - via Zillow
We met Sheila looking through the Brookfield/Riverside neighborhood open homes. Sheila seemed very knowledgeable and giving practical advise on the neighborhood and hence we decided to work with her. Rest assured we were not disappointed. Sheila was very responsive and helped us navigate through the whole home buying process without much stress. We would definitely recommend Sheila and love to work with her again if we decide to move in future - prab cheema - via Zillow
Knowing that I lived an hour away from the property, Sheila had at her fingertips, professional people, that I could hire to haul away and clean my Mom's house so it would be suitable for viewing. She is very organized and moves like the speed of light to get things done. She returns phone calls and E-mails in a timely fashion, which is important when you're a novice at selling a parents' home like I was. My whole experience with Sheila in selling my Mom's house was totally stress-free. She a true professional. - bos440 - via Zillow
Sheila has an unbelievable way of making you feel so comfortable in an uncomfortable process. She is a go getter no doubt. She is a pro�s pro. In all of her professionalism she has will also completely drop everything and listen to your concerns, your needs, etc. If you want your house sold, use Sheila!!! 06/20/2018 - user9802346 (via Zillow) - Bought and sold a Single Family home in 2018 in Riverside, IL.
If you want to buy or sell a house in Riverside, Illinois, Mrs. Gentile is the bomb. She knows the area inside and out and has probably met everyone that lives here as well (maybe a little hyperbole but not much). - 05/01/2018 - bartwa4 (via Zillow)- Sold a Single Family home in 2018 in Riverside, IL
Working with Sheila is a delight! She is full of knowledge of the Riverside community. She was persistant in finding the right property for us and very patient when it came time that we thought through the process if the property we were interested in was for us. Sheila is always energetic and ready to roll with the punches! She has our best interest in mind and made the buying process a pleasant experience. - 04/29/2018 - reuconn (via Zillow) - Bought a Single Family home in 2018 in Riverside, IL.
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Sheila helped us sell our home in Riverside in 2021. If you are looking for an amazing realtor to sell your home, I can’t recommend her enough. Something I learned during the selling process is that selling a home is much more than taking pictures and listing it. You need a local expert help you get through everything that comes after getting an offer/contract to get through closing. Sheila is a fountain of knowledge about selling homes in the Riverside area and an expert negotiator. She’s also an incredibly kind and thoughtful person which made working with her a very positive experience. Working with her was worth every penny of the commission (and probably more)! – Maryjane Bates (via google)
Sheila is simply outstanding – both as a professional and a person. With one parent deceased and the other in a nursing home, we were faced with the difficult task of selling the family home. Sheila helped us at every turn. As an extremely knowledgeable realtor, she was able to provide the guidance that enabled us to quickly sell the home at a good price. As a person, Sheila empathized with what we were going through and took action to make the whole ordeal just a little bit easier. In short, she went above and beyond what’s expected on both fronts – and we truly appreciate her extraordinary efforts. – John McCormack (via google)
Sheila does an amazing job when helping people find there home :) Sheila does a very thorough job of making sure you get exactly what you are looking for and not only that, she is very sweet/ kind and always reliable. She will have more options for you to choose from then you really need, but u never know its always good to have many options. She will always expand the search criteria if you not exactly finding what you want. Overall 10/10 would highly recommend her for finding your dream home!!!!! Was very happy to work with her! she just made the journey very enjoyable and fun :) <3 – Ana Benoy (via google)
Sheila did an amazing job of giving us advice on staging our home, marketing the house for sale, and answering any questions we had along the way. The best part is that our house went from list to closing sale in under six weeks!
- adelmatt (via Trulia)
Sheila is Great! Sheila knows the market. She is an expert at guiding you in getting your house ready to sell. She knows how to effectively use all the tools in her box (technological and traditional). She is efficient and educational while walking her clients through the process. But best of all she is an awesome person and fun to work with! Thanks Sheila --Lisa Freel source: Homes.com
Sheila Gentile was the best realtor we have ever had! This was our third home purchase and by far, the best experience we have ever had from start to finish! Sheila represented us as our broker for the sale and as the broker for our purchase and never did we feel any pressure to do anything "quickly" or "hastily" - everything we did was with careful consideration and thought and Sheila was there every step of the way! Sheila's dedication to her clients is unwavering and she is someone you can highly trust and know that she is always working for you. She is an excellent negotiator, marketer and is extremely dependable and flexible! This is one of the most important decisions you will ever make and choosing the best realtor is just as important! If you are looking for the best, then you need to call Sheila Gentile!
Sheila was a pleasure to work with. She is an expert in her field and helped the Village sell a property that had been vacant for many years. I would definitely use her in the future. (via LinkedIn)
Since I myself work for a Real Estate Investment Firm, I decided to ask my boss if he had any Realtor suggestions for us to use. This would be our first purchase and I didn't know of good Realtors out there. My boss referred me to his very good friend in the area and upon learning what specific areas we were interested in (Berwyn, Brookfield, La Grange etc), she then referred us to Sheila Gentile from Coldwell Banker Residential. And the rest, as they say, is history. Sheila was simply a pleasure to work with, our first meeting, she offered to pick us up from a train station close to Berwyn since we lived in the city. She practically gave us a tour of the ALL the areas surrounding the neighborhoods we were interested in, which is something she didn't have to do. All the while giving us tidbits of nice places to try out and go see. It was such a nice way to ease our nerves on this very stressful life decision. We were so nervous going into this since we didn't really know anything about purchasing a home, but with Sheila Gentile we had absolutely nothing to worry about. She answered all our questions, and kept us in the loop all the way through to closing. This was honestly such a simple process for us that we consider ourselves very lucky to have been placed with Sheila. She made us feel at ease, was never pushy or tried to rush us into anything. She was cool, calm and collected 100% of the time. Such a JOY to work with. Thank you Sheila, YOU ROCK!!! Katerina Zachariou, Proud New Resident of Brookfield
It's not often that I go out of my way to write a Yelp review, let alone a positive review, but I have to say that Sheila Gentile was an awesome realtor. Granted, it was our first time buying a property, so we can't really compare beyond horror stories from our friends/families. We could tell that she just really knows what she is doing, and that she is very well connected with families and other businesses in the communities she serves. Sheila went above and beyond to guide us through the process, was very patient with EVERY single question we had (and we had a lot), and just a pleasure to work with. She understood what we wanted, and never showed us anything that was out of our price range or just a style of home we knew we weren't interested in checking out. Sheila really was awesome to work with. Her positive, upbeat attitude and easy accessibility were another bonus. If you are looking for a realtor, we would highly recommend her.
We found Sheila on Yelp to sell our town home in IL. Sheila quickly helped identify problem areas in the house. Yes she is very particular, and exactly what's needed in this market. Once the property was in pristine condition; the key to selling it was her detailed market analysis hence recommendation for appropriate pricing and aggressive marketing. She is thorough in her work, her communication (including email, phone, texting etc.) and management of the entire process. We received an offer within 7 days and closed recently. By the way, we have never met Sheila in person and reside on the other side of the country! Highly recommended...
Sheila is amazing! We were first-time home buyers and had no idea what we were doing. She walked us through the entire process and with her help we found a home--not just a house. Sheila is a top-notch negotiator and we got way more out of our deal than I ever expected. She has a wonderful way of being a tough negotiator and so friendly and sweet at the same time. I guarantee you will not be sorry if you go with Sheila for buying or selling.
In this challenging time of selling homes, Sheila is a stand-out star. Her focused, practical marketing provided excellent results. From excellent counsel on current market dynamics to listing our Riverside home to guiding us through the offer(s) - 5 weeks, and then a timely close. This was the 5th home we have sold over our lives and Sheila is as good as they come in this field. Highly, highly recommend Sheila.
Have a house you can't sell? Looking to buy the home of your dreams? Don't waste another second and call Sheila Gentile immediately!!! I have engaged Sheila to help me both purchase and sell properties in recent years and she has never disappointed. Sheila has succeeded where other realtors have failed miserably. Recently, Sheila helped me to sell a home that I was having difficulty selling over a long period. Sheila was able to quickly list it, actively market it and sell it in a matter of months. Sheila is extremely professional and understands the meaning of customer service. She is a great communicator and always keeps you well informed on all activity concerning your property. She has a great system for evaluating and marketing homes at the appropriate price. She also thinks outside the box and actively markets through non-conventional means (e.g. Social Media, etc.). This is probably why Sheila consistently ranks at the top among her peers. Sheila is our real estate agent for life!!!
I sought out Sheila based on an impressive recommendation. I was told that Sheila is knowledgeable, experienced, persistent with great follow-through, and professional. I have found Sheila to be all that and more. Having relocated from the New England, I needed advice on whether to rent or buy and where to look. Sheila skillfully guided me in both these areas after getting to know more about me. She is more than customer oriented - she genuinely cares about her clients. I know she is thinking about me and my situation even when I'm not contacting her. She's more than responsive - she's proactive. When I found the property I wanted to make my home, Sheila's contacts and reputation helped my offer to be the one that was selected among several. It was a short sale so it was a long, protracted situation with hills and valleys throughout. Ultimately, it fell apart but Sheila would not take no for an answer and because of her persistence and follow-through, I am now purchasing the same property under better conditions than I had agreed to previously. Sheila has diligently kept me on-track allowing this to all work out to my benefit. Knowing so many people has also made Sheila a marvelous resource for contractors to make this house my home while protecting me from those that might not have my best interests at heart. I know that Sheila will not make very much of a commission from this sale but I am confident she treats me exactly the same as a client that is purchasing a home for half a million. That's how Sheila makes me feel. And I think of her as a friend. I recommend her to others and will use Sheila when the time comes for me to sell.
Sheila Gentile has the expertise that begins with her knowledge of the market, expert pricing, enthusiastic marketing techniques, creative staging, personable approach, accessibility, & superb negotiating skills that result in what every seller desires....the best price possible with the least amount of issues. As an out of town owner, sheila was most professional & had the integrity that warranted trust.
I was relocated to the Chicago area for work and Sheila was a great help, not just in finding a house but in pointing out restaurants and services to try. She even recommended landscapers, handymen and more. She knows the neighborhood like the back of her hand and targets right to the kind of house you want after asking just a few questions. Very pleased!
Sheila has been a neighbor and friend for years. She is hard working, honest and works with the highest degree of integrity!
We were first time home buyers and worked with Sheila to find a home in La Grange --she was fantastic! We didn't know her prior to working with her, but we were very pleased with her dedication towards helping us find our first home. She never made us feel pressured to make a hasty decision, and she was very flexible with her time throughout the entire process and was avaible for numerous showings, our home inspection, final walk through, the closing, etc. Even after the closing she has helped us with some items that came up! We really enjoyed working with Sheila and would highly recommend her to other friends and family searching for a home in her market.
Sheila helped me sell my home in Riverside and buy a condo in Oak Park in less than 7 weeks. She is an expert in what she does. Excellent communication skills and a warm personality helped me navigate in the process of negotiations offering sound advice and perspective. Her local knowledge is excellent. Always a phone or text away. She's fast in what she needs to get done and handles everything with a positive attitude and a smile. I recommend Sheila to anyone who wants to get things done fast and professional.
Sheila was wonderful to work with. Knows the housing market, very attentive, knowledgable in negotiating all aspects of our new home purchase. Smooth transaction from start to finish!
I highly recomment Sheila for your residential purchase or sale. Her level of communication and knowledge of the market are priceless in this environment. It would be a mistake not to go with her and Coldwell Banker!
Sheila has provided a great deal of knowledge and support to us while we have been trying to sell our home. She's very patient and answers all of our questions about the process.
I have known Sheila for many years and recently need help in finding a place to live due to Divorce. Not knowing anyone in my circle in Will county, I contacted Sheila for names and advice on what to do. Sheila immediately responded with contact names and phone numbers in my area. I was very pleased, even though she was not going to be my rep in the transaction, Sheila did not hesitate to assist in getting the resources that I needed and informed me on all aspects of what to ask for and what to expect during the process. Sheila also offered her services in answering questions should the need arise. Sheila is very well-informed and my go to person for any real estate questions that I have big or small and Sheila is very receptive in my inquiries. A true testament to her passion in her job.
After being less than impressed with other realtors, we contacted Sheila to help us find single family homes for both my son and my daughter. Sheila always returned phone calls and emails promptly. Her research on homes meeting our criteria was thorough and she respected our criteria. She was very creative in trying to find just the right home. Our son and daughter both decided to delay buying homes for just awhile. When they decide to move forward the first phone call placed will be to Sheila. She's terrific!
Sheila stuck with me through all my mind changing events.... Two years ago I contacted Sheila seeking a House. Sheila formed a profile for me of my wishes and wants. The search began... we looked at many houses and proposals were made, but nothing fell through for me. Sheila didn't give up, and in fact, she was even more positive spirited to get back out there and look for the "perfect house" for me. After a financial burden, I was no longer able to afford a house. Sheila didn't panic as much as I did, she quickly reformed my preferences, and I was now in search for a condo. This seemed to be a better idea, and I never considered it until Sheila suggested the idea. She took the time and showed me the pro's and con's and left my ideas open for different types of properties... we looked into Townhomes, condos, and small houses. Sheila reformed my profile, and within ONE day I had all new selections of property listings sent to me from her. We started our new search, had a few laughs at some of the run-down properties we visited, and quickly left others. Sheila not only showed me properties, but gave me knowledge of what I should look for to match my original wishes. After two years of guiding me through the purchasing property process, Sheila closed on a condo for me. She stayed by my side every step of the way, up until she handed me the keys and I signed the final paperwork. Being this is my very first ownership of property, I am pleased to have had such a great experienced person helping me through this process, like Sheila. Thank you Sheila, I will keep your number close for when it's time for me to move on to a HOUSE!
After refusing to have an open house for many months, Sheila finally convinced me that it was time. At the open house a couple came back and asked to rent the house with the option to purchase. It has really helped us get back on track and not have that constant worry about an empty home.
Although we haven't yet bought or sold a house through Sheila, our experience so far has been all we could ask for. Sheila has a wealth of local knowledge and is one of the leaders in our area for properties sold. She knows what she's doing! She's fantastic at making suggestions for how best to show your home. She's also great at using her network to get you the information you want. A true professional!
Sheila and I we recently involved on a real estate transaction together, and i can't say enough about how much she helped the process. What a great realtor! (via LinkedIn)
Sheila proved to be over the top dedicated throughout the time that we worked with Sheila in the process of trying to obtain a short-sale home. She was extremely knowledgeable in this area and, throughout the entire process, explained everything to us (as first time buyers) in a way that we could fully understand and feel comfortable with. We would definitely work with Sheila again. (via LinkedIn)
Sheila was the seller's agent for the home we purchased, which happened to be on the same block as her own home. She was very personable and accommodating for us to walk through several times. We felt that she was honest and professional. She certainly welcomed us to the community; we'll probably never move, but if we did, we would be happy to have her as our agent. (via LinkedIn)
Sheila Gentile is a fantastic relator. I was a first time home home buyer and she walked me through the whole entire process. Sheila also answered all of my questions (sometimes multiple times) and was very patient. She made herself available whenever I needed her and she accommodated my very hectic work schedule. She is incredibly dedicated to her clients almost making you seem if you are her only one! We were even putting a bid on one home the night of a severe storm which had the power out in much of the area and we still met at the office and filled out a contract by hand and Sheila hand delivered it to the seller's relator! I would highly recommend Sheila for your home buying and selling needs! She's as good as they get!
Sheila is really an amazing woman. I met with her two weeks back. She is very professional and genuinely cares about her clients, as well as all people who come across her path. She is extremely qualified in real estate and I believe she enjoys creating peace of mind for buyers, those listing their home, and everyone in between. Regardless of the economy or one's situation she goes above and beyond to ensure your needs are satisfied. I would recommend her to all.
Highly recommend Sheila if you need a real estate broker. She is a very friendly, personable, and capable realtor who was a big help in finding a buyer for our property in this down economy.
Sheila is a one-in-a-million realtor. She regularly goes above and beyond the call of duty, and always maintains a cheerful attitude. She is genuinely helpful and caring. I recommend her for everyone!
Sheila Gentile is a solid woman, in her background and ethics. Right now, I need a market analysis done on my home for legal purposes and contacted Sheila straight away. Sheila promptly got back to me and had me scheduled in within one e-mail in less than 12 hours. If I decide to sell my home? I will definitely be calling Sheila Gentile to represent me in the transaction. Over the past several years, I have turned to her for guidance in my endeavors on real estate and lawyer recommendations with excellent results. I have always received prompt responses and superb guidance in all my dealings. It is refreshing to know that I have a loyal fall-back person that I can turn to at a moments notice. Sheila is well versed, highly professional, friendly, and knowledgeable not only in Real Estate but as a person. I trust anyone that lives in the same town that one grew up in and is making a name for herself most definitely in the real estate world. Sheila exudes integrity, professionalism, firmly established values, and is a woman that sincerely cares about the needs of her clients. - Catherine A. Paloucek-Cochrane (via Sheila's Guestbook)
I met Sheila 14 years ago. Sheila is a professional realtor that puts her clients at the top of the list. She works hard to help a seller stage their home and gives valuable tips so that you can get the highest dollar for your property. She knows the area very well since she grew up here. She has many connections and I consider her to be a people connector. Connecting sellers and buyers. She has drive and passion. She also gives back to the community in many different ways. She has been a leader for Riverside Junior Women's organization. Her involvement with raising funds and organizing events for the community for various charities shows she always looks out for other people. She is someone to trust and a true professional. I highly recommend Sheila as an experienced and professional realtor to anyone looking to either buy or sell property in this area. - Jodi McDonough (via LinkedIn)
Sheila Gentile was fantastic to work with selling my property that I owned for two decades. Definitely a go to realtor for all. She went above and beyond with marketing and staging the property. Communication was excellent with all third parties involved and she is very trustworthy. We strongly recommend that you choose Sheila for your real estate needs whether buying or selling.
I contacted Sheila after researching a number of agents. After doing online research, I narrowed my choices and started meeting with agents. She was perhaps the third agent I interviewed as a possibility, and I am completely pleased with our decision, and how things worked out. Sheila essentially sold our house in one day. She showed us her market research, we met and discussed plans, she wrote and reviewed the listing with us, created marketing materials, posted our listing, and we had an offer slightly over our asking price the day after the listing went live. I almost forgot to mention how impressed we were with the quality of the home photos and the brochures created for marketing. Throughout the rest of the inspections, negotiations, and up through the closing, Sheila helped us navigate the process. She knew the quirks of the local town-specific requirements. This was our first home sale, so we knew virtually nothing. We were provided with clear checklists, accurate price/fee quotes, and solid advice. I really enjoyed interacting with Sheila. She isn't just competent, she is also an interesting and kind person. She was very fast to respond to me whenever I had a question or concern via text or by calling. She was also there whenever we needed her, and was present and helpful at the closing. I give her my highest recommendation. She is a great agent and person. - (via Zillow - Sold a Single Family home in 2014 for approximately $225K in Berwyn, IL)
Shelia is amazing. She is the consummate professional. Her knowledge, integrity, professional code of conduct and customer service skills are second to none. I would not hesitate to recommend or use her services again should the need arise. Thank you Shelia - Great Job! Bud Cribaro
Sheila helped us every step of the way in selling our home and purchasing a new one. She worked very hard and was available whenever we had questions or needed guidance. I highly recommend Sheila.- matthewjnutting via Zillow
Sheila was great!! We couldn't have asked for a more patient and understanding realtor. We appreciate everything she did to help us find our perfect home! - vargas1005 via Zillow
Sheila is an incredible professional with know-how and experience to get the job done. I was able to successfully sell my town-home with multiple offers on the table thanks to her professional expertise at negotiating home sales. I highly recommend her to anyone selling a home! - elisa sabrina via Zillow
I tapped Sheila to help me rent out my condo in Oak Park for the second time since i purchased it 8 years ago. Sheila used her experience to provide recommendations for how to improve the marketability of my home and was honest with me regarding what needed to be done. This was imperative since I had a an aggressive goal to list, move out, and have a tenant in my place in only 2 weeks. After following Sheila's recommendations coupled with her knowledge, responsiveness, availability, and dedication, it resulted in getting the right tenant in and meeting my goal! I highly recommend Sheila if you want the absolute best resource right by your side. Her biggest strength is her client service... always being there a phone call, email, or text away. She is truly dedicated to her craft and you won't be disappointed. - Matthew Holly via Zillow
Sheila did a wonderful job working with us to sell our home! She used her skills as a staging consultant to help us decide how to make a few decorating changes to broaden the appeal of our house to potential buyers. She was always upbeat and responded promptly to all of my questions and concerns as we went through the selling process. I believe the fact that Sheila is the top producer in the Riverside market is a reflection of her ability to build trusting relationships with both neighbors within the community in addition to those she has worked with as clients in both the buying and selling process. Her love of Riverside and knowledge of the community make her an asset to each client! I highly recommend using Sheila as your Riverside real estate agent! - Ljdv via Zillow
Sheila was helpful and patient in the sale of my mother's home. She kept my mother and myself up to date at all times. This took extra effort since I live a long distance away. Sheila used her expertise to negotiate with potential buyers and advise us on proceedings. Sheila was very professional and thorough. I highly recommend her. - marcia hiehle via Zillow
My experience with Shelia was always pleasant. She was very helpful and took a personal interest in me and the property. She was very knowledgeable about the process and explained things very well. anndrada via Zillow
Sheila is a GEM, who really knows her stuff! Her communication throughout the sale of our property was exceptional! Sheila's real estate knowledge, expertise and responsiveness is bar none. Whether buying or selling-Sheila will get the job done! - lizobrien6149 via Zillow
It was awesome working with Sheila. From day one until our house sold and closed, Sheila took charge of the entire process - which was great because we had already relocated to another state!! Most people over promise and under-deliver...not Sheila, she came through on everything we spoke about. We would highly recommend her services! - zuser20151217090457714 via Zillow
I have had the pleasure of working with Sheila as both a buyer and a seller (for the same home). After my experience as a buyer, I insisted my relo company use Sheila to list and sell my home. She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and overwhelmingly customer focused. Plus she has an extensive background in working with relo companies. If I ever find myself moving back to the near west suburbs she would be my first call. - tpstrannix via Zillow
Had to sell the family house and contacted Sheila because of her sales knowledge in the area and her awesome revues as a realtor. She came by the house, gave me an honest assessment of the house and the market and her approach to selling the house. Sheila's outgoing personality, knowledge of the business, positive attitude and personable touch made my decision very easy to hire her to sell the house. I trusted her judgement and expertise and followed the recommendations she made in preparing the house for sale. She explained the sales process thoroughly in an assuring way which helped to ease my anxieties of selling a house. When the time came and offers were made for the house; Sheila was providing expert advice to assist me with my decision. My experience with Sheila was outstanding. She is a very pleasant person to work with and works very hard with your best interest in mind. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Sheila as your Realtor. Thank you very much for your Hard Work and making this process a Wonderful Experience.- vmf122 via Zillow
Sheila is an outstanding realtor to work with. She is on top of everything, every step of the way. Since I was selling my house which was over 30 miles away, I had called Sheila to ask her advice on a realtor in that area, thinking that was out of her normal area, and ended up hiring her. She had no problem traveling the distance, finding out the local town rules and ordinances, and handling things out there without me being there. She is extremely knowledgeable, a beyond hard worker, and one of the easiest people to deal with. She is always working, so I felt like I could contact her with any question, big or small, at anytime. This is huge. She kept me in the loop, every step of the way, keeping me informed on calls, showings, questions, etc. Sheila went above and beyond to make things easier for me, including meeting me in a Jewel parking lot to sign a paper so as not to interrupt my Saturday plans with my son. And Sheila did a wonderful job helping me deal with the usual little glitches that pop up along the way, which, again, is huge. She is your partner in selling or buying a house, and she is there to help you through everything!! She is a wonderful person, and an exceptional realtor.- goonsmama via Zillow
We needed to sell a home because of job re-location. We contacted multiple realtors. We did not like any of the market prices. (We were looking at a big loss.) But a great realtor works for you and gives you fast facts and honest answers. We ended up renting, with Sheila as our agent. Had a tenant with in a month. Realtors get less commission on rentals verses sales but you could not tell that with Sheila. We had all the time and attention from her that we needed. She is an expert in Riverside. - deland2k - via Zillow
Sheila knows the area and her stuff. We bid on two homes and won them both. Unfortunately, the sellers of the first home decided to opt out of the contract at the last minute. We then got to work and found a gem within a couple of weeks after first disappointment. Her team recommendations - lawyer, inspectors, etc. were all great professionals. We could not have asked for better.- zuser20140521093320193 - via Zillow
Can't say enough what an outstanding agent Sheila has been for us! She has helped us find a house to rent, and later helped us sell our house in North Riverside. The processes were much faster and easier than we could have imagined, in large part because of Sheila. Our house was under contract at asking price within 48 hours! It's rare to find somebody who does business face-to-face (the old fashioned way), and yet uses technology so effectively. She doesn't just do things by email, but happily stops by your home to talk through things face to face. And she is clearly effective in her use of online networking and reaching potential buyers. She is professional, knows the market, is well-connected, trustworthy, and goes the extra mile for her clients. We're thankful for Sheila! - chrisflinn316 - via Zillow
Our experience with Sheila began 3 years ago when we needed to find a home to rent. She treated us with respect and provided the same level of professional help as if we were buying. This March we were able to sign a contract to sell our town home and closed within 30 days because of her knowledge and expertise and incredible responsiveness. Her help and quality of help was invaluable. - megganflinn - via Zillow
Sheila was great to work with. She has lived in the area a long time so she gave us a lot of great recommendations for shops, restaurants and more. She was also very quick to respond with any questions we had throughout the buying process. We travel for work and Sheila was very flexible in working with our limited schedule. - rlbortoli - via Zillow
We met Sheila looking through the Brookfield/Riverside neighborhood open homes. Sheila seemed very knowledgeable and giving practical advise on the neighborhood and hence we decided to work with her. Rest assured we were not disappointed. Sheila was very responsive and helped us navigate through the whole home buying process without much stress. We would definitely recommend Sheila and love to work with her again if we decide to move in future - prab cheema - via Zillow
Knowing that I lived an hour away from the property, Sheila had at her fingertips, professional people, that I could hire to haul away and clean my Mom's house so it would be suitable for viewing. She is very organized and moves like the speed of light to get things done. She returns phone calls and E-mails in a timely fashion, which is important when you're a novice at selling a parents' home like I was. My whole experience with Sheila in selling my Mom's house was totally stress-free. She a true professional. - bos440 - via Zillow
Sheila has an unbelievable way of making you feel so comfortable in an uncomfortable process. She is a go getter no doubt. She is a pro�s pro. In all of her professionalism she has will also completely drop everything and listen to your concerns, your needs, etc. If you want your house sold, use Sheila!!! 06/20/2018 - user9802346 (via Zillow) - Bought and sold a Single Family home in 2018 in Riverside, IL.
If you want to buy or sell a house in Riverside, Illinois, Mrs. Gentile is the bomb. She knows the area inside and out and has probably met everyone that lives here as well (maybe a little hyperbole but not much). - 05/01/2018 - bartwa4 (via Zillow)- Sold a Single Family home in 2018 in Riverside, IL
Working with Sheila is a delight! She is full of knowledge of the Riverside community. She was persistant in finding the right property for us and very patient when it came time that we thought through the process if the property we were interested in was for us. Sheila is always energetic and ready to roll with the punches! She has our best interest in mind and made the buying process a pleasant experience. - 04/29/2018 - reuconn (via Zillow) - Bought a Single Family home in 2018 in Riverside, IL.
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