"Treat others as I would want to be treated" has long been the guiding principle of both my personal and professional life. This philosophy was instilled in me by my grandfather and father, who paved the way in real estate decades ago. In the early 1970s, my grandfather launched his real estate career with Baird & Warner, always speaking highly of the integrity and professionalism the firm exemplified. My father continued that legacy by establishing his own real estate office. Today, nearly fifty years later, I am honored to continue my family’s tradition as a member of the Baird & Warner family.
After earning my Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, I began my real estate career in 1994, focusing on residential appraisal. I went on to become a State Certified Real Estate Appraiser and earned the Residential Accredited Appraiser (RAA) designation through the National Association of Realtors—a distinction awarded to experienced appraisers who have completed advanced coursework beyond the standard licensing requirements.
From 2009 to 2019, I served as Chairman of the Kane County Board of Review, overseeing property assessment appeals across a wide range of real estate types, including residential properties, commercial retail centers, hotels, healthcare facilities, apartment complexes, golf courses, and more. This experience provided me with a deep understanding of property valuation and market dynamics across diverse sectors.
As a licensed real estate agent and Certified Illinois Assessing Officer (CIAO), I offer a distinct advantage to my clients. The CIAO designation reflects rigorous training in property valuation, assessment practices, and Illinois' complex property tax system—knowledge that enables me to guide buyers and sellers with exceptional insight into market values, assessments, and tax implications. My commitment to ongoing education and professional excellence ensures that every client benefits from expert, informed guidance at every stage of the transaction.
With an extensive and diverse background in real estate, I am committed to delivering an outstanding client experience. I am passionate about helping sellers realize the full value of their property and negotiating the best outcomes for buyers. I pride myself on providing clear communication, strategic advice, and dedicated service, standing alongside my clients every step of the way.
I had a stellar experience working with Kevin -- he was responsive, approachable, and proactive throughout my homebuying journey. Kevin advocated for me as his client, and he shared helpful insight each step of the way. As a first time homebuyer, I couldn't have hoped for someone more experienced and trustworthy to represent me. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a strong ag...
This was an estate sale and I live 1,000 miles away. Kevin tirelessly helped us prepare the house for sale by providing a litany of qualified tradespeople and vendors to help us maximize curb appeal and ultimately proceeds. Very responsive and patient with us. Very pleased all around
Kevin was always responsive, professional and went the extra mile until the property was sold!
Absolutely trustworthy and always diligent We were gone from our home throughout most of the listing process and Kevin tirelessly took care of every issue that would come up on our behalf. Super grateful for all of his expertise and hard work!
The decision to move to this area was a quick one, and I am so grateful for the expertise that Kevin Schulenburg provided for this fast-paced transaction. His calm, knowledgeable responses made everything go so smooth, especially since I was located in Maryland for much of the process. Moving is such a stressful and emotional event that it was wonderful to work with someone who handled...
Kevin listed our condo in Aurora. Over the years we have sold 4 houses and I can honestly say it was the easiest I have ever had in selling a house. We listed it on a Friday, had quick offers and sold it on Sunday! We even had a very quick closing. Kevin also helped us find a local attorney that was great to work with. The whole transaction was simple and efficient. I would highly ...