Omar Gregory Salem

Omar Gregory Salem is an experienced Chicagoland Real Estate Broker specializing in Evanston, Skokie, the North Suburbs, and the City of Chicago. Since launching his career in 2019, he has become known as a knowledgeable, responsive, and deeply community-oriented advocate for his clients.

 

With over a decade spent as an educator at Niles North High School and service on the Evanston/Skokie District 65 School Board, Omar approaches every transaction with a teacher’s heart. He views the home-buying process—especially for first-time buyers—as an educational journey. He excels at demystifying complex jargon and ideas, ensuring clients feel confident and empowered from the initial search to the final closing.

 

A long-time area resident with degrees in Business and English Education, Omar seamlessly blends his analytical expertise with a passion for social equity and community building. Whether assisting a growing family in finding their "forever home" or guiding a first-time buyer through the competitive North Shore market, his approach is defined by transparency, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to his clients' best interests.

$510,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12634018 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status
MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. BEST AND FINAL DUE BY TUESDAY, 6/2 at NOON. Move right into this sun-drenched Evanston home featuring three spacious bedrooms, two full baths, a powder room, and a thoughtful layout designed for modern living. The main level offers an updated kitchen complemented by a versatile room perfect for a walk-in pantry or a quiet home office. The massive primary bedroom is conveniently located on the main level with ample space for a future en suite, while the upper level provides two additional bright bedrooms and a full bathroom. All bedrooms feature walk-in closets and hardwood floors. A rear mudroom provides a practical transition before exiting the home. Additional living space is found in the finished basement, which includes a carpeted rec room/office, a convenient powder room, a separate laundry area, and a sump pump for added peace of mind. The current owners have completed significant mechanical updates, including a brand-new water heater, an efficient HVAC system, and new gutters with gutter guards. The exterior showcases meticulous care with a new roof and siding on both the house and garage, complemented by a vibrant butterfly garden, native plantings, and a flagstone patio with a fire pit. The backyard is secured by a 6ft. cedar fence for privacy and features a U-shaped vegetable garden bed. The property also includes a two car garage with custom-built wood storage shelves. Perfectly situated for local convenience, this home is within walking distance of brand new Foster School and ETHS.

2125 Emerson Street, Evanston
$575,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12540149 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status
Move right into this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a modern open-concept kitchen with quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, including a 2025 LG refrigerator and a premium Wolf range. Hardwood floors flow throughout the bright living and dining areas and continue through the upstairs bedrooms. Enjoy outdoor living on the full-length, freshly painted deck (2025), perfect for dining, entertaining, or relaxing. The detached garage has been thoughtfully converted into a climate-controlled professional home gym with rubber flooring, offering ideal space for fitness, studio use, or year-round flex living. Recent improvements include a 5-head Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat mini-split system (2021), Bosch climate-controlled garage (2023), water heater (2020), trenchless sewer repair (2025) with a 50-year warranty, double check valve flood control system with new replacement ejector pump (2022), gutter guards (2024), and a newer garage roof and door (2022). Ideally located to enjoy the best of Skokie's thriving Main and Crawford shops and the coveted District 73.5 and District 219 schools.

8334 Harding Avenue, Skokie
$799,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12038972 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status
Step into Evanston history with this classic 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, cherished by one family for six decades. Inside you'll find generous living spaces throughout including a formal dining room and a large living room perfect for gathering. The eat-in kitchen, unfinished attic space, and expansive unfinished basement are all ready for your personal touch. The first floor features hardwood flooring under the carpet. Enjoy outdoor time in the sprawling yard, back patio, or front porch. With a prime location and endless possibilities, this move-in ready home is also ripe for renovation or restoration. Contact listing agent with questions or to schedule a showing. Estate sale - being sold "as-is."

1633 Lincoln Street, Evanston
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