Jim Bechtold

Broker Associate
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Fox Valley
1542 South Randall Road
Suite 150
Geneva, IL, 60134

Jim Bechtold

Broker Associate

 Buying a new home should be a positive and memorable experience, and so should the Realtor who represents you. With over thirty years of experience in sales and customer service, Jim Bechtold will make sure you have a positive, and worry free transaction - whether buying or selling real estate. Truly one of a kind, Jim’s business thrives on building and nurturing relationships. When you go with Jim Bechtold you will get personalized service to meet your goals - inevitably ending up with a successful home transaction and a friend for life.

When Jim Bechtold chose Baird & Warner to begin his real estate career, it was clear the company matched his dedication to customer satisfaction, integrity, sales performance and industry expertise. With over 165 years as Chicagoland’s largest and most successful family-owned real estate company - Baird & Warner continues to drive the market and prove that real estate is much more than just the home you live in. Together, Jim Bechtold and Baird & Warner will strive to achieve the greatest value for their clients - landing at the best price in the shortest amount of time and with the least amount of stress.

A testament to all the Fox Valley corridor has to offer, Jim Bechtold and his wife, Cindy, have raised three daughters in Elgin - all graduating with honors from the Burlington 301 school district. He is an expert in the Elgin, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia corridor and surrounding suburbs. Whether first time home buyers, growing families, empty nesters or investors, he won’t hesitate to help clients find the perfect area. Born and raised in northern Michigan, Jim Bechtold has an affinity for all things outdoors. Skiing comes second nature, while golfing, hiking, biking, cooking and gardening add to his list of hobbies.

In a highly-competitive market, Jim Bechtold has the proven track-record to help you realize your goals. With the perfect blend of strategy and intuition, the choice is clear.

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Testimonials

Ron Straub

A unique commercial/residential mixed property that we sold, was a challenge, but Jim did a good job!

Scott Mann

Jim is awesome to work with; he has a great team he works with that makes the process smooth. He comes highly recommended from me!

Deborah Lorenz

Working with Jim was a great experience! His knowledge and professionalism set him apart from other brokers. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy and/or sell a house. Thank you Jim!

Dylan Keegan

Jim was phenomenal to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. I will be recommending him in the near future to friends and family in the home buying market.

Betsy Kuhn

Jim went above and beyond to help me sell my house. It was a challenging property, and he was persistent in addressing each issue as it presented itself. In addition, his calm demeanor and wonderful personality made him easy to connect with. He patiently explained each of the steps taken to list and close the house. I would gladly work with him again on future properties.

Deb Lorenz

Jim has been great to work with; I would recommend him as an agent.

David Shepard & Rich Laskowski

Jim Thank you for joining with Joan Lencioni in the marketing and sale of our two flat. Your experience and knowledge in the marketing of our 2 flat was clearly evident and greatly appreciated. And competing offers in four days on the market. You nailed it. We greatly appreciated working with both of you. Dave and Rich

Jose Humberto Perez

Jim is the most responsive, knowledgeable and professionally real estate agent we’ve worked with. I would highly recommend Jim because of his work ethic and integrity.

Shin Kodama

I had a fantastic experience working with Jim. He was thorough, responsive and just an overall great person. Thank you, Jim.

Timothy J Colby Jr

Working with Jim was seamless. As soon as anything came up in the process, Jim either had the answer or worked to get the information needed immediately. If you are looking for a hassle free real-estate experience, give Jim a call and he will deliver just that. Very professional and easy going to boot! It was a pleasure working with him.

Steve Straub

Jim did a fantastic job communicating during the sale of my property. The major inconvenience of a renter occupying the property during the listing was fully taken care of by Jim. Also throughout the entire transaction Jim fully explained the “next steps” of process which was very comforting. I would highly recommend utilizing Jim Bechtold and the Baird & Warner team.

Sarah Lager

So lucky to have worked with Jim. He's so easy to work with, always available for questions and truly cares about his clients. Would definitely recommend!

Tom Bielak

Love working with Jim Bechtold! He is professional and involved. It is evident that every one of his client's closings is a priority. Joan Dillon Real Estate Attorney

Tom Bielak

Love working with Jim Bechtold! He is professional and involved. It is evident that every one of his client's closings is a priority. Joan Dillon Real Estate Attorney

Jack Weiss

I cannot speak more highly of Jim Bechtold's service as our realtor during the process of selling our home. In the early stages, he took time to explain in detail the steps we would be taking. That provided an informed foundation for what would become a challenging process in the middle of a Covid-19 pandemic. As our home sale evolved, he kept us fully informed. He negotiated on our beha...

Sarah Lamson

Jim was great. Worked with me on my timelines and gave good suggestions and got the house sold very quickly. Exactly what I wanted.

Scott Mann

Used Jim as a buyer and seller now and he has been great. He will come highly recommend by me.

Jake Myers

We would like to thank Jim Bechtold at Baird & Warner for all of the work he did in selling our home and helping us purchase another. Our house was under contract within two days of listing. We are now moving into the home of our dreams. Early morning texting, late night phone calls and emails; always positive and always cheerful. He was a terrific agent to have representing us. What a t...

Alex Turk

Jim was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He helped us find our dream home and negotiate an offer with the seller in under 2 weeks. He gave us great advice on specific renovation ideas to get the best value out of our old home and it sold in 3 days. His advice and predictions on the current real estate market place could not have been more spot on and helped us make buying a new ...

Corie Turk

Jim was the absolute best during our home buying process.

Humberto Perez

Jim Bechtold was fantastic, thorough and professional. Would highly recommend.

Matt Sjulstad

Jim did a great job from start to finish along with answering every question we had in a very timely manner.

Brett Dini

Jim made our first home buying experience a breeze. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and accommodating. Jim always went the extra mile to help us make one of the biggest decisions of our lives. Thanks to him, we have found our dream home. Jim and his team made every single detail in the process run smoothly by their frequent communication with us to make sure we were always on th...

Bruce Warren

Jim did a great job of showing us properties that we had described to him. He helped us to think thru the offerings and to respond to them. He helped us to arrange for inspections and remedies even though we were nearly 300 miles away. We have absolute confidence in his decisions and his ability to move forward with our best interests in mind.

Scott Mann

Jim was great!! It was my first time buying and he was very helpful and explained things well. He was there to walk me through the whole process and make it as easy as possible. I will use him again and he will come highly recommend from me.

Jesse Smith

Jim helped us buy a house in 2015 and he was amazing. In May he listed that same house and sold it in less than 24 hours for full price (with two other offers on the table). The whole process was so easy, SO FAST, and so painless. He's currently helping us buy our new house and it's been a nightmare. Everything that could possibly go wrong has, and he's been nothing but patient with u...

Alan Taenzer

Jim’s interpersonal skills are commendable. He is kind, responsive, and overall gives such hellpful encouragement and feedback. He goes out of his way to be helpful and provide assistance. His support was especially critical to us as we live nearly full time in our other. home out of State. We had a unique home with multiple “eco” friendly design chracteristics. Although we were on...

Scott Mills

I am not sure how many characters this testimonial feedback box has available, but it would be very easy to fill this box and several more with testimonial as to hard Jim worked on our behalf and somehow through some very difficult circumstances always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. If anyone is looking for a dedicated angelic personality that everyone seems to like, Jim is...

Robert Sunderbruch

Jim was an excellent realtor and was very patient with us as we attempted to move to the Fox valley from Iowa Jim could not have done more for us.

Grace Richard

I was very pleased with the pictures/brochure that you provided. We were able to sell the house in 10 days! Jim was beyond responsive when we began having difficulty with the closing which continued to spiral down into a nightmare. He and Joan stayed on top of things and kept me informed through it's unbelievable journey to a successful conclusion. I love Jim!

Len Laidlaw

Jim Bechold was amazing!!! He made us very comfortable during a very stressful but exciting time while choosing a home and walking us through the entire process of what came next. Jim is very fun and informative. Would work with him again if we ever decide to move in the future.

Reem S.

Jim was amazing to work with and helped us find our perfect home! We were first time home buyers and he was patient, knowledgeable, and explained everything from beginning to end! We loved that we could work with someone we trusted. I highly recommend Jim to anyone who is buying or selling a home!

Julie C

Jim helped us find the perfect home for us! Thank you, Jim! He was very approachable, knowledgeable and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have him for a Realtor. Julie C

Chris U

Jim was everything Connie and I could have hoped for in an agent. We found Jim to be both professional and knowledgeable ; any issues that came up in regards to the property or the negotiations were handled quickly and effectively. We are very happy with Jim and will definitely continue to do business with Jim.

Sadie S

I was a HUGE pain to work with (extreme type A) we looked at a ton of houses and found the perfect one.  Our agent was the best! 

Joseph V.

Jim Bechtold did a superb job in finding the perfect home for us.  We are totally pleased with Jim & the assistance he provided outside of the actual sale.  Wonderful experience with Jim!  We would recommend Jim & Baird & Warner to anyone looking to buy or sell real estate.  Thank You Jim!

Reiley

Jim was a dream to work with. From day one of our search we knew we were going to love Jim. Any questions or concerns were addressed immediately. We decided we wanted to put an offer on our home late Wednesday evening, and Jim had all the appropriate paperwork prepared and within the hour we knew our offer was accepted! The entire process was seamless, efficient, and enjoyable. I would h...

My Listings

$13.00
  • 1,850 sqft
10 Douglas Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
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$750,000
  • 3,503 sqft
  • 0.51 Acreage
799 E Us Highway 45 Highway, Mundelein, IL 60060
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$179,995
  • 0.24 Acreage
26w181 Grand Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187
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$99,999
  • 0.50 Acreage
Lot 1 Center Street, Batavia, IL 60510
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$1,575,000
  • 7,686 sqft
  • 0.96 Acreage
2423 Fargo Boulevard, Geneva, IL 60134
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$540,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,610 sqft
  • 0.27 Acreage
431 Patricia Lane, Hampshire, IL 60140
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$2,300,000
  • 20.63 Acreage
7n504 Route 31, South Elgin, IL 60177
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$395,000
  • 4,000 sqft
  • 0.09 Acreage
7030 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60707
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$2,600,000
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  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 7,714 sqft
  • 4.83 Acreage
33w551 Hub Road, Wayne, IL 60184
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$349,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,496 sqft
1320 Georgetown Drive, Batavia, IL 60510
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$429,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,045 sqft
515 Cannon Drive, Geneva, IL 60134
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$154,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,262 sqft
  • 0.35 Acreage
604 W Water Street, Pinckneyville, IL 62274
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$470,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,814 sqft
  • 0.95 Acreage
0s955 Thorndon Ridge Drive, Elburn, IL 60119
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$75,000
  • 0.88 Acreage
0n636 Sunset Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185
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$299,999
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,052 sqft
  • 0.34 Acreage
, Poplar Grove, IL 61065
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$850,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,688 sqft
  • 0.31 Acreage
, South Elgin, IL 60177
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$67,400
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1,812 sqft
  • 0.22 Acreage
744 E Brooks Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
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$275,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 936 sqft
722 S 9th Avenue, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$520,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,114 sqft
  • 0.27 Acreage
1155 Mcdole Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554
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$415,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,734 sqft
  • 0.14 Acreage
13962 Redmond Drive, Huntley, IL 60142
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$2,600,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 8,854 sqft
  • 2.19 Acreage
36w442 Hunters Gate Road, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$3,695,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 10,424 sqft
  • 1.42 Acreage
4n881 Old Farm Road, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$1,399,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,600 sqft
  • 5.07 Acreage
3n805 Town Hall Road, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$425,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 3,042 sqft
  • 0.21 Acreage
1635 Rosehall Lane, Elgin, IL 60123
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My Past Sales

165 S Main Street , Burlington, IL 60109
$290,000
Sold
  • 0.55 Acreage
165 S Main Street, Burlington, IL 60109
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0 Riverview Avenue , South Elgin, IL 60177
$57,500
Sold
0 Riverview Avenue, South Elgin, IL 60177
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1245 Gerry Street , Woodstock, IL 60098
$450,100
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,633 sqft
  • 0.48 Acreage
1245 Gerry Street, Woodstock, IL 60098
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10N738 Prairie Crossing , Elgin, IL 60124
$615,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,300 sqft
10n738 Prairie Crossing, Elgin, IL 60124
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243 Kingsport Drive , South Elgin, IL 60177
$328,870
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,468 sqft
243 Kingsport Drive, South Elgin, IL 60177
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1418 W SPLIT OAK Circle , Unit 1418, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073
$200,000
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,302 sqft
1418 W Split Oak Circle, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073
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1510 Dale Drive , Elgin, IL 60120
$475,000
Sold
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,294 sqft
  • 1.60 Acreage
1510 Dale Drive, Elgin, IL 60120
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8751 Berkley Court , Orland Park, IL 60462
$592,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,291 sqft
8751 Berkley Court, Orland Park, IL 60462
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Lot 0 Sylvan Court , Elburn, IL 60119
$459,000
Sold
  • 8.52 Acreage
Lot 0 Sylvan Court, Elburn, IL 60119
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1795 Newberry Lane , Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
$600,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,170 sqft
1795 Newberry Lane, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
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418 Park Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134
$299,900
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,818 sqft
  • 0.20 Acreage
418 Park Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134
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12N250 Charlotte Court, Elgin, IL 60124
$510,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,200 sqft
  • 1.40 Acreage
12n250 Charlotte Court, Elgin, IL 60124
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117 N 5th- Unit A and B Street, Geneva, IL 60134
$599,900
Sold
  • 4 Beds
117 N 5th- Unit A And B Street, Geneva, IL 60134
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106 Cottonwood Drive, Streamwood, IL 60107
$601,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,150 sqft
106 Cottonwood Drive, Streamwood, IL 60107
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1736 Maple Lane, Elgin, IL 60123
$1,850
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,000 sqft
1736 Maple Lane, Elgin, IL 60123
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1623 Ashland Avenue, Unit 2C, Des Plaines, IL 60016
$150,000
Sold
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
1623 Ashland Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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17-185 Harborview Court, Lanark, IL 61046
$1,200,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 4,001 sqft
  • 1.14 Acreage
17-185 Harborview Court, Lanark, IL 61046
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1847 Eton Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
$555,000
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 3,037 sqft
1847 Eton Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
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40W784 White Fence Way, St. Charles, IL 60175
$525,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,246 sqft
  • 0.92 Acreage
40w784 White Fence Way, St. Charles, IL 60175
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546 S Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
$501,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,092 sqft
  • 0.15 Acreage
546 S Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
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682 Slade Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
$315,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,100 sqft
682 Slade Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
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688 Slade Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
$155,000
Sold
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 600 sqft
688 Slade Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
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