Posts from July 2026

Summer is here, and fresh produce is arriving every week at farmers markets all over Chicagoland. From the suburbs to the city, our real estate agents are here to share their favorite places to find fresh, local goods in the Chicago area. 

Shop Chicagoland's top farmers markets

Growers and makers all over Northeast Illinois bring fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and dairy products, homemade foods, and handmade goods to Chicago's farmers markets all summer long. Here's where to shop local and support farmers in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods. 

Oak Park Farmers' Market – Oak Park, IL

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We've discovered some of the best dog-friendly parks, patios, and beaches in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods, and we're excited to share them with you!

Outdoor fun with fido in Chicagoland

Montrose Dog Beach - Chicago, IL

Address: 601 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago, IL 60640

Overlooking Lake Michigan in Uptown Chicago, Montrose Beach and the adjacent

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Chicago's Western Suburbs are known for their family-friendly atmosphere, charming, walkable downtowns, and excellent schools. So it should come as no surprise that there are some top-notch ice cream spots in the area. Let our real estate agents be your guides to sweet summer treats. 

Something sweet in the western suburbs

Beat the heat and satisfy your sweet tooth at these ice cream shops in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods in the Western Suburbs. 

La Michoacana Deluxe Ice Cream - Naperville, IL

Address: 592 Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540

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As summertime heats up in Chicagoland, our real estate agents know that sunny skies and rising temperatures can only mean one thing: It's festival season. And here in one of America's great food cities, there's much to sip and savor across the Chicago area this summer. 

Top July food events in Chicagoland

Lovers of barbecue, tacos, and the multitude of other foods Chicago is known for will find no shortage of opportunities to indulge this season. Here are some of the most exciting upcoming food fests in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods. 

Taste of Chicago - Chica...

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