McGrath Real Estate

Enjoy your home and your investment! Whether you're buying a new home for a change in lifestyle, investment purposes or a little bit of both, Jesse McGrath can help find the ideal property to fit your needs while maximizing your returns. With a background in architecture and development, Jesse brings a unique expertise to the real estate industry. He is passionate about Chicago real estate, and he knows how to find great deals. Prior to becoming an agent, Jesse worked for a notable architecture firm in Chicago and eventually opened his own practice. Enthusiastic about green building, Jesse designed and permitted over 50 projects through the Chicago Green Permit program. Having managed all aspects of McGrath Architects as both president and lead designer, Jesse gained business acumen and analytical skills, which shape his approach to real estate to this day. An expert on building permits, inspections, property management and the property tax appeal process, Jesse has created a one-stop shop for his clients' various real estate needs. Due to his development background, Jesse truly understands that buying a home can be stressful, and he will go out of his way to create a seamless and carefree experience. A great listener, Jesse has integrity and problem-solving abilities that lead to the best possible outcome for both buyers and sellers. Well aware of Chicago zoning laws, he can walk through a property and easily evaluate the quality of the work, estimate the cost of repairs or improvements and suggest remodeling/addition possibilities. Unable to ignore the draw of the real estate industry, Jesse became an agent with the Brian Grossman Group -- one of Chicago's highest-grossing teams. With over $150 million in residential sales volume, they have consistently ranked in the top 1% of all Chicagoland agents for the past 6 years. He also currently serves as the branch liaison on the USGBC Residential Green Building Chicago Chapter and board member for the AIA Small Project Practitioners Roundtable. His affiliations connect him with numerous real estate professionals, creating strong relationships throughout the industry.