JAMIE ROTH

As a Founding Advisor of Engel & Völkers North Shore, Jamie Roth is proud to provide the highest level of service for his clients. Engel & Völkers’ bespoke, luxury service—regardless of price point—and its extensive global presence aligns with Roth’s interest in architecture and European aesthetic. “Engel & Völkers allows me to leverage relationships with advisors around the world and to offer my clients a peace of mind as they uproot themselves and their families,” says Roth, who lives in Highland Park with his wife and daughter. “I am uniquely qualified to counsel my clients in all aspects of the home buying and selling process. My emphasis on strategic insight and local market knowledge has led to my being acknowledged in the residential sales community as a top producer for more than 20 years.” As a trusted advisor, he puts the long-term needs of his clients first.

What would you say is your key to success in this competitive market?
This business is about helping people move forward with their lives. I’m acutely aware of that, which is why my focus is about attaining my clients’ goals. I take a uniquely strategic approach whether it’s on the sale-side or the buy-side of the transaction. For me, it’s not about the single transaction but about creating meaningful relationships that will stand the test of time based on honesty, integrity, and trust.

What do you consider the biggest challenge in the local real estate market today and how are you addressing it?
Without a doubt it’s the lack of inventory. We’re currently at approximately 8.8 percent of a balanced inventory level on the North Shore and, frankly, 91.2 percent more inventory isn’t coming on the market soon. To address the shortage and find homes for my buyers, I use good old-fashioned networking. I’m wired in and that goes a long way.

What are some of the most unique or standout properties you’ve ever worked with, and what made them so memorable?
I often sell architecturally significant properties because of my background in art and architecture. Three of the most unique properties were a Frank Lloyd Wright home in Glencoe influenced by his time spent in Japan, an Edward Dart home in Highland Park with an incredible curvilinear design and pigskin floors, and a lakefront property in Highland Park with the most magnificent views of any home along the lake I’ve seen.

Jamie Roth is with Engel & Völkers Chicago North Shore, 566 Chestnut Street, Suite 7, in Winnetka. For more information, call 847-219-6400 or visit jamieroth.com.