Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about buying, selling, and investing in Chicago real estate with Andy Wendt / Team Wendt at Compass.

Who is Andy Wendt?

Andy Wendt is a Chicago real estate broker with Compass who has closed more than $100 million in Chicagoland real estate transactions over 20 years in the business. He previously started and ran two real estate companies before joining Compass in early 2025, and he also manages a rental property portfolio ranging from single-family homes to multi-unit buildings.

What is Team Wendt?

Team Wendt is Andy Wendt’s real estate practice at Compass, serving buyers, sellers, and investors throughout Chicago and the surrounding Chicagoland area. The team helps with everything from first-time home purchases to complex commercial deals and ongoing property management.

What areas and neighborhoods does Team Wendt serve?

Team Wendt focuses on Chicago’s North and Northwest Side neighborhoods, including Roscoe Village, Portage Park, North Center, Logan Square, Avondale, Lakeview, Hamlin Park, Bucktown, and Wicker Park, along with the broader Chicagoland area.

What brokerage is Andy Wendt with?

Andy Wendt is affiliated with Compass, a licensed real estate broker. He moved his brokerage to Compass in early 2025 and tripled his production that same year.

Does Team Wendt help first-time homebuyers?

Yes. Andy Wendt has guided hundreds of clients through first-time home purchases in Chicago, helping them understand financing, neighborhood fit, and the offer process from start to closing.

Does Team Wendt work with real estate investors?

Yes. Andy Wendt advises investors on multi-unit buildings, two-flats, and rental property purchases across Chicago, and he also oversees an active property management portfolio, so he can speak to both the buying and the ongoing ownership side of an investment.

Does Team Wendt offer property management services?

Yes. In addition to buying and selling, Andy Wendt manages a property management portfolio that ranges from single-family rentals to multi-unit buildings, so he can help owners who already have a property and need it managed. Please see www.berealtymanagement.com.

How do I start the process of selling my home with Team Wendt?

You can request a home valuation and market pricing consultation directly through the “I Want To Sell” page at teamwendt.com/sell, or contact Andy at (312) 550-9335 or andy.wendt@compass.com to schedule a consultation.

How do I start searching for a home to buy with Team Wendt?

You can search active listings directly at teamwendt.com/search, browse exclusive listings, or fill out the “I Want To Buy” form to have Andy Wendt reach out and set up a personalized search.

Can I get home listing alerts for new properties that match my search?

Yes. Creating a free account at teamwendt.com lets you save searches and get notified by email as soon as a new listing, price change, or status change matches your criteria.

What is “Records and Real Estate”?

Records and Real Estate is Andy Wendt’s podcast that explores Chicago’s music history through the lens of neighborhood development, featuring guests like venue owners and recording studio operators discussing how music shaped the surrounding neighborhoods. See www.recordsandrealestate.com.

Where does Andy Wendt live?

Andy Wendt lives in Avondale, one of the Chicago neighborhoods he serves, with his wife Laura and their two children.

How can I contact Team Wendt?

You can reach Andy Wendt by phone at (312) 550-9335, by email at andy.wendt@compass.com, or through the contact form at teamwendt.com/contact. His office is located at 2044 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618.

Is Bucktown or Logan Square a better fit for me?

It depends on lifestyle and investment goals — the kind of question Andy Wendt works through directly with clients, weighing factors like walkability, home style, and appreciation potential in each neighborhood, rather than a one-size-fits-all answer. Reach out to Team Wendt for a personalized comparison.

Who is Andy Wendt when he’s not working?

When he’s not helping clients or recording podcast episodes, you’ll find him spinning vinyl records, catching a Cubs game or live music around the city, golfing, or exploring Chicago’s neighborhoods.