Social Media
Press
AXIOS Chicago - Chicago Luxury Homes aren't Selling
Chicago Agent Magazine - Where Young Homeowners are Settling Down
Chicago Tribune - Affordable Housing in Fulton Market
Chicago Sun Times - Booming Fulton Market District
Block Club Chicago - Boutique Hotels Downsizes in West Loop
Block Club Chicago - Office Development in West Loop
Specialties
Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Investment Properties (1031 Exchanges), Homebuyer Workshops and Consulting
★★★★★
"“Damone was the best realtor one could wish for! He listed and sold my special home in the midst of a pandemic. The listing, pictures and marketing materials were beautiful, and he held numerous open houses welcoming potential buyers and realtors. But what made him invaluable was the ceaseless enthusiasm and professionalism with which he showed my home, his always prompt follow-up and the unwavering support and guidance throughout the process. He was always a pleasure to work with. Thank you, Damone!”"
- Erica (Seller)
★★★★★
"“Damone is amazing. He came highly recommended and I see why. A great communicator and my situation warranted it as I was out of the country for a good portion of the deal. Damone kept me informed and more importantly at ease when it seemed like the deal was going to fall apart. He was proactive with reaching out to the buyers agent and didn't waver. Damone really showed me by his actions that he had my best interest at heart. Damone is professional, personable, knowledgeable and skillful in his craft. If you get an opportunity to work with him, you will not be disappointed. Thank you for everything Damone!!!”"
- Aaron (Seller)
★★★★★
"“After meeting with Damone we decided to list our condo with him.His thoroughness of presentation, his knowledge of the area, his respect for people and his overall general demeanor. He also kept us in touch every step of the transaction. He did what he said he would do. He sold our condo for us in record time I would highly recommend Damone for any real estate endeavors. 10 stars for Damone.”"
- Barbara (Seller)
★★★★★
"“I had an exceptional experience working with Damone. What was most impressive is the care he showed in selling my condo; as if it were his own. He was present at every open house to showcase all the features in the condo. I've never had this experience with other realtors. He has a strategic plan unique to selling your home. I consider Damone a friend for life!”"
- Bridget (Seller)
★★★★★
"“Finding a home with Damone was the least stressful that I’ve ever had. I met with him and he immediately understood what I was looking for in terms of neighborhoods, amenities and home features. We found my new home in less than 2 weeks. He and his team coordinated every aspect of the transaction and everything went smoothly. I recommend him to friends and family all the time.”"
- Luis (Buyer)
★★★★★
""Damone is a superb realtor! He is the most professional, knowledgeable, dependable, always available, incredibly flexible, adaptable, supportive and pleasant person to do business with. I do not live in Chicago, and Damone was able to consider and understand my preferences and needs and found just the place I was looking for. He patiently and with a great sense of humor guided me throughout the entire process. He's the best!!""
- Jana (Buyer)
★★★★★
""Damone was the most fantastic real estate agent! We were first-time homebuyers in this crazy market and we could not have asked for a better real estate agent!! Damone is responsive, organized, helpful, and super easy to work with. We felt like he really understood what we wanted/needed in a home and we completely trusted his advice and information. He answered all of our questions and found us the best property - we can't wait to move in! He was able to recommend a great inspector and point out/suggest things on properties that we had not thought about. His advice helped us choose our forever home and helped us steer clear of homes that would not have met our needs. The advice about making reasonable offers was super helpful and his ability to work with other realtors/negotiate on our behalf was impressive. We will be highly recommending Damone to anyone looking for a realtor in the area!!""
- Alexandra (Buyer)
Education
Charity
Licensed in 2016, Damone is an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) and 3-time member (2020, 2021 and 2022) of the Coldwell Banker® International Diamond Society, an honor reserved for the top 10% of all agents worldwide. Before entering real estate, Damone co-founded Alpha One Studio, the exclusive agent for the Italian luxury furniture brand, Flexform. Damone’s past roles include HR director; faculty member of the Cornell University School of Industrial Relations; speech writer and researcher in Washington, D.C.; and sales representative for Pfizer. All these credentials equate to a seamless real estate experience defined by interior design expertise, excellent customer service, strategic negotiation and in-depth community knowledge.
Damone believes that your home should be one of the pillars of your well-being, so he strives to find living spaces that enhance his buyers’ lifestyle while helping them build personal wealth. He knows that every client is unique, so he gives buyers his undivided attention, patiently guiding them to make wise investment decisions based on their specific needs, wants and budget.
Sellers can expect the same individualized attention. Damone’s business relationships, well-honed people skills and years of experience handling complex negotiations give his clients a significant advantage in Chicago’s dynamic real estate market. His research background enables him to conduct thorough property analyses to price the home competitively, attract potential buyers and bring in top dollar.
As a native Chicagoan, Damone has lived in neighborhoods as diverse as Sauganash, Lincoln Park and the West Loop, where he currently resides. Committed to community involvement, Damone He currently serves on the Board of Triada, and is former president of the West Loop Community Organization (WLCO) and operating board member at the Chicago Maritime Arts Center. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding, swimming, yoga, cooking and rubbing any dog's belly.
Buying or selling a property is one of life’s most significant events, and having trustworthy representation is crucial. Laser-focused on protecting your best interests, Damone Richardson will stand by your side, advocate on your behalf and make sure you are 100% satisfied with your real estate transaction.