Kate Waddell

Kate Waddell is a distinguished force in Chicago luxury real estate and the founder of the Kate Waddell Group at Compass, an all women team known for delivering a highly polished, client-first experience. For two decades, Kate has represented buyers and sellers across Chicago’s most coveted neighborhoods with discretion, market intelligence, and an uncompromising standard of professionalism.

Since 2006, Kate has cultivated a reputation for exceptional service and a results-driven approach that has propelled her team to more than $800 million in career sales. Consistently ranked in the top 0.01 percent of Chicagoland brokers and recently recognized as the number two small team in Illinois, the Kate Waddell Group is a trusted partner for clients seeking informed strategy and elevated representation. Kate’s industry impact has earned her recognition from Crain’s Chicago Business as one of the city’s Most Influential Real Estate Brokers, among numerous additional honors.

Kate’s approach is intentional, sophisticated, and highly personalized. She believes luxury is defined by experience, not price point, and ensures that every client receives attentive guidance, thoughtful preparation, and seamless execution from first conversation to closing. This commitment has built a loyal network of clients who return to Kate again and again, confident in her ability to anticipate needs and deliver outstanding outcomes.

A long-time Lincoln Park resident, Kate’s knowledge of Chicago’s North Side, the North Shore, and the Western Suburbs is not only professional but deeply personal. She, her husband, and their two young children are actively involved in the community, strengthening Kate’s insight into the schools, lifestyle amenities, and evolving market dynamics that matter most to her clients.

Whether representing a luxury single-family home in Lincoln Park, a sophisticated residence along the lakefront, or a family navigating a move to the suburbs, Kate brings poise, clarity, and a strategic edge to every transaction. Her guiding philosophy is simple: elevate the experience, deliver exceptional results, and build relationships that last far beyond the sale.