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Charles Ockerlund Charles Ockerlund Broker Associate 630.742.0041 charles.ockerlund@bairdwarner.com

About Me

Charlie discovered his passion for real estate at a young age, and attending open houses with his parents was often the highlight of weekends. Born the son of a construction executive and a retail manager, Charlie's eye for detail is deeply ingrained and sets him apart as a professional house hunter. 

Fast forward to the 2010s, Charlie's community activism, knowledge of Chicago, and love of vernacular architecture propelled him into making his childhood passion a career. Having freelanced in the local music and marketing scenes, Charlie understands the alternative incomes that many of our local artists and entrepreneurs have. His keen eye for both the potential of a home and of an individual makes him a valuable asset to first-time buyers navigating unfamiliar waters.

A true urbanist and city lover, Charlie has lived in neighborhoods all over Chicago including Printers Row, Little Italy, Logan Square, and Humboldt Park. As a proud owner of a classic two-flat greystone, he understands the 'Chicago way' of building wealth through home ownership, particularly with the city's iconic multi-unit buildings. Charlie currently lives in East Garfield Park with his partner Cory and...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1,600 sqft
4852 N Rockwell Street, Chicago, IL 60625
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$469,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,461 sqft
  • 0.18 Acreage
926 Cedar Street, Deerfield, IL 60015
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$245,000
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  • 1,000 sqft
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$819,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,600 sqft
2517 W Fillmore Street, Chicago, IL 60612
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$399,900
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,888 sqft
  • 0.28 Acreage
24220 Mill Creek Lane, Plainfield, IL 60586
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$1,055,000
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9410 Compubill Drive, Orland Park, IL 60462
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2832 N Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
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$28,999
  • 344,000 sqft
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111 N Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60602
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$359,000
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 936 sqft
175 E Delaware Place, Chicago, IL 60611
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$291,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 920 sqft
1500 W Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60607
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$285,000
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 960 sqft
175 E Delaware Place, Chicago, IL 60611
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$4,000.00
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,560 sqft
175 E Delaware Place, Chicago, IL 60611
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$319,999
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1,080 sqft
520 S State Street, Chicago, IL 60605
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$895,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,770 sqft
505 N Mcclurg Court, Chicago, IL 60611
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$2,150.00
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
2450 W Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60618
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$2,700.00
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1,100 sqft
2620 W Rice Street, Chicago, IL 60622
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$1,650.00
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 750 sqft
2606 W Balmoral Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
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$725,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
843 W Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60607
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$725,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,792 sqft
1335 S Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
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$380,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,326 sqft
1618 S Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60608
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$1,200.00
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  • 1 Full Baths
  • 950 sqft
, Chicago, IL 60618
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$3,900.00
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,328 sqft
737 W Washington Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60661
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$585,000
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  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,365 sqft
100 E Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611
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$249,900
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  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 875 sqft
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Testimonials

Charles was fantastic to work with. He made the apartment hunting process feel streamlined and was very proactive in setting up tours. He is also super knowledgeable about Chicago and its various neighborhoods, on top of being a fun person to be around. He will go the extra mile to ensure you find...

- Sean Brown

As a first time home buyer, specifically of an historic condo unit, Charlie was patient, encouraging, and always found an answer if he didn't have it. Charlie provided extremely helpful perspectives that provoked more in-depth consideration on important decisions and his network of people, both...

- Josh S.

My partner and I were looking for an apartment near the CTA, and near the school where I teach. Charles found us a beautiful, rambling three bedroom apartment in a 1914 three flat with classic Chicago Charms: built in bookshelves and original stained glass windows. Charles was steadfast and persis...

- Kevin B.

My partner and I were looking for an apartment near the CTA, and near the school where I teach. Charles found us a beautiful, rambling three bedroom apartment in a 1914 three flat with classic Chicago Charms: built in bookshelves and original stained glass windows. Charles was steadfast and persis...

- Kevin B.

Working with Charles was a great experience. We were able to give him a list of what we were looking for and he was able to deliver quickly.

- Jose Perez

Working with Charlie was, in a word, fantastic. I was moving from out of state and decided it would be useful to work with a broker to help me navigate the apartment search process. Charlie is extremely knowledgeable and personable and I really appreciated that he took the time to understand what ...

- Ruth F

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