Coco Harris

Coco Harris

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Social Media

Specialties

Team Lead for the Coco & April Group
Buyer's Agent, Seller's Agent, First Time Homebuyer, Relocation
CNE - Certified Negotiation Expert
National Association of REALTORS®
Staging

Education

Southern Methodist University, B.A. Public Relations

Client Testimonials

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"Coco has been our realtor on both the buy and sell side on Chicago’s North Shore and exceeded all expectations! She went above and beyond and worked tirelessly to make sure our needs were met. Coco always kept us in the loop and demonstrated a solid understanding of the market. We can’t imagine working with anyone else and highly recommended her! " - Greg & Marissa, Winnetka Sellers Buyers

"Coco was excellent, start to finish. Her advice throughout the process proved to be correct every step of the way. one point we were ready to compromise on a point to get the transaction finalized and she suggested we stick to our ask and not comprise. In the end she was correct, showing us that she had our best interests in mind and not simply getting the deal done. We would highly recommend her to anyone. " - Carmen & James, Wilmette Sellers

. "We had the pleasure of working with Coco and April on the sale of our home in Wilmette. After an initial broken sale process with another , we embarked on a much more thorough interview process the second time around including extensive reference checks. The feedback from our reference checks could not have been more accurate. Coco and April priced the home right, hand-held us through the process, were very easy to work with (i.e., responsive, knowledgeable, and appropriately tenacious), were thoughtful and strategic in their approach, and ultimately sold our house very quickly in a difficult market environment. We would unhesitatingly endorse working with them if you are in the market to buy or sell a home." - Molly & Craige, Wilmette Sellers

"My husband and I feel so fortunate that we had Coco Harris as our agent to help guide us through the daunting process of buying our first home on the North Shore. Working with Coco feels like you’re working with a close friend; someone who takes the time to learn your wants and needs and truly keeps your best interests at the forefront. Coco’s knowledge of the suburban market is extensive. She was able to give us insight into specific areas, neighborhoods and schools that we would not have known on our own. Coco was extremely patient and supportive and helped us to consider important factors that we would likely have overlooked. Coco was always available and willing to answer any questions that came up along the way. With Coco’s help, my husband and I were able to find the perfect home in the ideal neighborhood for our family. We would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell their home. ." -Kelsey & Zach, Northbrook Buyers

"Coco was an absolute pleasure to work with during our home purchase. She has a thorough understanding of the local market — from the neighborhoods to the other in the area — and was able to utilize her expertise to get us into the best homes before other prospective buyers. She always presented her ideas and feedback in a thoughtful and professional manner. And she helped us successfully close on our new home. I happily recommend Coco’s services and would certainly work with her again in the future. ." -Nicole & Peter, Glencoe Buyers

"We feel very lucky to have found this house and there is no way that it could have happened without Coco. From our very first day touring together she listened and counseled. Her advice has been invaluable every step of the way. She was open, thoughtful, considerate, flexible, diligent and fun. Her opinion and expertise has brought us here today and we can't thank her enough. John and I would recommend her to anyone!" - Aimee & John, Wilmette Buyers

"I can't say enough about Coco's professionalism, responsiveness, and extensive knowledge of the real estate industry and the communities she serves. This was my first investment property purchase and she made sure I always had a resource for all my questions. Whether it was a question about insurance, home warranty, plumbing, electrical, etc., she was able to provide an expert in the respective field to talk to. Throughout the buying process, Coco was extremely responsive and thoughtful in her recommendations to me. If she could not answer my question she made sure to find an expert to help. Coco also did an outstanding job of keeping communications open during the contract negotiation process. My transaction became a little complicated after the inspection was completed. She was able to calmly and rationally communicate our position on inspection issues to the seller that ensured a favorable outcome for all parties involved. She a strong rapport with the seller's agent that proved to be invaluable during the negotiation process. Always firm, but fair. Coco continues to be a valuable resource even after the deal was done. Most recently, she was able to provide me rental rate data for the area where my apartment is located. It was super helpful when I went to negotiate leases. It's nice to know she continues to be on my team. I look forward to working with Coco on my next deal. I highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling their home!" - Kurt, Skokie Buyer

"Coco Harris helped us purchase a home in Winnetka during our recent from Connecticut. Before meeting Coco face-to-face, we chatted on the phone. From the get-go, we knew that we were in the best of hands. Coco listened carefully, understood our needs completely, and wasted no time arranging a thorough and organized tour of the North Shore while sharing her breadth and depth of knowledge as well as her passion for the area. We had a limited amount of time for our search but Coco's efficiency, planning and organization, and attention to detail allowed us to tour 25 homes, explore neighborhoods, and dine in local restaurants without ever feeling rushed. When we walked through the doors of what is now our home, we knew it was "the one." Coco's communication and negotiation skills in conjunction with her expertise in the real estate market and current trends enabled us to reach an agreement in a timely fashion. Coco's level of service is unmatched. Truly. Once our deal was signed, Coco could have closed our file and moved on. But she didn't. As newcomers to the midwest, Coco continuously followed up with us to ensure that we were making connections and feeling at home, long after we closed on our house. Coco's professionalism speaks for itself but on a personal level, she is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is honest, trustworthy, approachable, and creative with a wonderful sense of humor. She not only made an overwhelming process manageable, but she made it fun. We are very happy in our house and in our community and it all began with Coco. It is without reservation that we give her the highest of recommendations. " - Ann & Walter, Winnetka Buyers

"She made a difficult relocation process so much easier and really went the distance for us in negotiations with a seller’s agent who was difficult. Coco worked her network and helped us figure out the sellers didn’t share the agent’s (unfounded) worries about our offer. So valuable!!" - Elizabeth & Phil, Winnetka, Buyers

"Coco was professional and patient in finding a home that matched our style and needs. Because she took the time to get to know us, she was able to offer great insight and suggestions that helped us weigh our decisions. As a result, we are enjoying our new home thanks to her expertise. It was a great pleasure to work with Coco Harris." - Paula and Jim, Kenilworth Buyers

"Coco is wonderful. She gave us sound advice on getting the house ready - was firm where she needed to be, even when I didn't want to take that advice. Our goal was a quick sale. Coco (and April) offered sound advice on pricing, resulting in the quick sale we were after. " - Bill, Evanston Seller

"Simply put - Coco was incredible. She is so knowledgeable about the area, she was friendly and kind and supportive in our search. She was excellent in her negotiating and we knew that she had our best interests at heart. I would highly recommend Coco to anyone who wants to sell their home or buy a new one." - Tori and Mark, Winnetka Buyers


About Coco
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With a sales career that began at the Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago I was able to acquire strong communication and negotiating skills while working with clients as varied and diverse as my designated markets. With clients ranging from huge corporate travel programs - for financial institutions - to working with a Hollywood studio to manage a long term stay for a celebrity filming a movie in Chicago, being able to multitask and meet everyone’s needs was a must.

Having been raised in a “real estate” family and then marrying my husband John, whose family owned and ran a successful wholesale furniture business, means that almost all conversation unsurprisingly leads to talk of the "home". The transition into real estate was very natural after spending 12 years working with my husband in his showroom at Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. Whether working with homeowners or buyers, just as when I was selling luxury hotel rooms or working with interior designers at the Mart, my clients can count on me to listen to their needs and to provide an unparalleled level of service. I approach each situation with honesty, integrity and a sense of humor while also engaging a creative eye that helps buyers visualize how they can turn a house into their home and also help a seller better position their home for sale.

When partnering with me your real estate goals become my #1 priority. Whether working with first time or experienced buyers and sellers, I adapt to each client’s needs. I strive to exceed expectations by offering a deep market knowledge, staging assistance, one-of-a-kind marketing, process expertise and strong negotiation skills. Buying and selling a home shouldn’t be an intimidating experience ~ I work hard to make it a fun one too!

I have lived in the Chicagoland area since 1995 and ultimately settled in Wilmette in 2002 because it reminded me of my Connecticut roots. My family quickly became immersed in all that the North Shore has to offer and I have enjoyed many volunteer roles from Chairing the Parent Board for my children’s nursery school to serving as a room parent during their elementary and middle school years to serving a three year term on the Board of Directors for the New Trier Booster Club. I have been involved in our church, Christ Church in Winnetka, as both a Sunday School Teacher and a Department Chair for our Annual Rummage Sale. When not running around the North Shore for work I enjoy walking my dog, Kingston, along Sheridan Road, reading a book at Gillson Beach, breaking a sweat in a yoga class or traveling with my husband and two sons ages 24 and 20.