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The Chesta Gaines Team at Baird & Warner serves clients across the Fox Valley, all of Chicagoland, and Southwest Florida, guided by a clear mission: to advocate, consult, and negotiate at every stage of the real estate journey. As consistent top producers in the #1 office in Kane County, Carolyn Chesta and Frank Gaines bring a powerful blend of luxury marketing expertise, global relocation experience, and investor-focused strategy.

Recognized among the Top 1% company‑wide in sales volume and units sold (2025), the team is known for proactive guidance, strong industry connections, and deep market knowledge across multiple regions. In today’s competitive, low‑inventory market, clients rely on the Chesta Gaines Team as trusted advisors—delivering clarity, strategy, and confidence from the first conversation to the closing table.

Whether navigating a global relocation, purchasing an investment property, or selling a luxury home, the Chesta Gaines Team provides exceptional service and results that move clients forward—across Chicagoland, the Fox Valley, and Southwest Florida.

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Featured Listings

$859,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,445 sqft
  • 0.50 Acreage
504 Oxmoor Court, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$590,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,833 sqft
3641 Eldorado Road, Elgin, IL 60124
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$550,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,719 sqft
  • 0.11 Acreage
2455 Rhodes Avenue, River Grove, IL 60171
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$450,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,288 sqft
  • 0.19 Acreage
1190 Buttercup Lane, Bartlett, IL 60103
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$375,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,600 sqft
  • 0.18 Acreage
26 Ascot Lane, Streamwood, IL 60107
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$365,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,373 sqft
221 Ainsley Drive, West Chicago, IL 60185
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$340,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,603 sqft
  • 0.13 Acreage
122 E Aspen Circle, Hainesville, IL 60030
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$275,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,330 sqft
1769 Hannah Lane, Hampshire, IL 60140
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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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$1,375,000
  • 7,686 sqft
  • 0.96 Acreage
2423 Fargo Boulevard, Geneva, IL 60134
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$2,300,000
  • 20.63 Acreage
7n504 Route 31, South Elgin, IL 60177
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$1,349,000
  • 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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$899,900
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,530 sqft
  • 1.04 Acreage
32w050 Cedar Lane, Wayne, IL 60184
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$1,100,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 5,399 sqft
  • 0.44 Acreage
, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$995,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,281 sqft
  • 0.69 Acreage
825 Persimmon Drive, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$899,900
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 4,158 sqft
  • 0.43 Acreage
4n363 Norton Glen Boulevard, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$2,450,000
  • 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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$925,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 3,258 sqft
  • 0.33 Acreage
1501 North Street, Geneva, IL 60134
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$1,000,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,806 sqft
  • 1.23 Acreage
4n589 High Meadow Road, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$825,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 3,617 sqft
  • 0.30 Acreage
4n734 Blue Lake Circle, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$875,000
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  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,989 sqft
  • 2.55 Acreage
3n221 Springwood Lane, Elburn, IL 60119
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$925,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 4,448 sqft
  • 1.33 Acreage
43w707 N Sunset Views Drive, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$999,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,420 sqft
  • 0.37 Acreage
39w509 Norton Lake Drive, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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$1,389,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,236 sqft
  • 0.82 Acreage
3814 Tradition Boulevard, Saint Charles, IL 60175
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Our Solds

3004 Crossfire Trail , Elgin, IL 60124
$550,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 3,347 sqft
  • 0.30 Acreage
3004 Crossfire Trail, Elgin, IL 60124
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694 Hart Road , Batavia, IL 60510
$689,900
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  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,753 sqft
  • 0.48 Acreage
694 Hart Road, Batavia, IL 60510
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400 Marguerite Street , Elgin, IL 60123
$341,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,401 sqft
  • 0.15 Acreage
400 Marguerite Street, Elgin, IL 60123
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722 S 9th Avenue , St. Charles, IL 60174
$300,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 936 sqft
722 S 9th Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174
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192 Parkwood Road , Elgin, IL 60123
$31,750
Sold
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
192 Parkwood Road, Elgin, IL 60123
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359 Copper Springs Lane , Elgin, IL 60124
$370,000
Sold
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,154 sqft
359 Copper Springs Lane, Elgin, IL 60124
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728 N Parker Street , Elmhurst, IL 60126
$509,000
Sold
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,850 sqft
728 N Parker Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126
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193 White Feather Lane , Gilberts, IL 60136
$525,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,567 sqft
  • 0.69 Acreage
193 White Feather Lane, Gilberts, IL 60136
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245 Stone Manor Circle , Batavia, IL 60510
$330,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,160 sqft
245 Stone Manor Circle, Batavia, IL 60510
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1043 Crane Pointe Road , Elgin, IL 60124
$291,500
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,448 sqft
1043 Crane Pointe Road, Elgin, IL 60124
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136 Hubbard Court , Wauconda, IL 60084
$220,000
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,290 sqft
136 Hubbard Court, Wauconda, IL 60084
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793 Rocky Gap Drive , Elgin, IL 60124
$490,000
Sold
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,898 sqft
  • 0.14 Acreage
793 Rocky Gap Drive, Elgin, IL 60124
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Our Testimonials

Carolyn and Frank were great to work with! They both demonstrated a professional, as well as personable relationship with my wife and I that I found to be important. They both were always responsive to any phone calls and emails regarding any question or concerns. If we were ever to sell/buy again w...

- Mike L, Buyer

I couldn't have asked for better realtors! Carolyn Chesta and Frank Gaines were wonderful from beginning my home search all the way through closing day. Baird Warner is blessed to have them both!! -Vincent

- Vincent C, Buyer

It's never easy to find a new home, in a new country! But, Carolyn and Frank made this process very easy for myself and my family. Great attention, care and patience at the entire process. Thanks

- Fabiano M, Buyer

Carolyn Chesta and Frank Gaines were our sales team from Baird Warner. They were responsive, professional and encouraging throughout the selling process. Specific questions were answered promptly with helpful information that guided our sale. If you're looking for a realty team to sell your home, ...

- Palmer V, Seller

We had such a great experience working with Carolyn and Frank! As first-time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions, and they were patient, knowledgeable, and supportive every step of the way. They were always honest with us, quick to respond, and truly understood what we were looking for in a ho...

- Patricia M, Buyer

Carolyn and Frank were amazing and so helpful in the home buying process. We were first time home buyers and they made us feel at ease when it can feel very overwhelming and intimidating . They were very accommodating to our requests and needs and answered any questions we had very promptly. The...

- Zachary M, Buyer

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