Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Solutions
Founded in 1960, Bern Realty has established itself as a trusted full-service real estate company rooted in family values and personalized service. Our expertise spans property management, development, and brokerage, catering to both commercial and residential clients across the greater Chicago area and beyond. With decades of experience, we combine a small-office feel with large-scale capabilities to deliver tailored solutions for every project. Our hands-off approach to property management ensures landlords enjoy peace of mind while we handle maintenance, accounting, and tenant relations. We specialize in tenant representation, guiding clients through lease negotiations and space planning with strategic market insights.Our development division has shaped communities through innovative residential and commercial projects, including mixed-use spaces and neighborhood shopping centers. Committed to excellence, we prioritize communication and transparency, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and results. From single-family homes to large-scale commercial properties, our team brings unparalleled attention to detail and a dedication to exceeding client expectations. With a legacy of over 60 years, we continue to evolve while maintaining the personable approach that defines our brand.
Services
Property Management
Development
Building Services
Leasing
Tenant Representation
Commercial Real Estate
Residential Development
Retail Property Management
Office Space Leasing
Real Estate Brokerage
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in Chicago-area real estate development and management.
- Our family-owned business combines personalized service with national-scale capabilities.
- We provide a hands-off property management approach with 7-day tenant support.
- Our team specializes in commercial tenant representation and lease negotiations.
- We self-perform construction, maintenance, and marketing for comprehensive project control.
What people say
Exceptional service
Hands-off approach
Experts at negotiation
Personalized solutions
Trust their team
Services
Property Management
Bern Realty's property management services offer a comprehensive hands-off solution for commercial and residential landlords. Our team handles maintenance, accounting, tenant relations, and financial reporting, ensuring properties remain profitable and well-maintained. Clients benefit from 7-day availability, detailed year-end reconciliations, and proactive tenant satisfaction initiatives.
Tenant Representation
We specialize in guiding tenants through commercial lease negotiations and space acquisitions. Our services include market analysis, location consultations, and lease term negotiations to secure optimal terms. Clients receive personalized support for space planning and move-in logistics across office, retail, and industrial sectors.
Development
From single-family homes to mixed-use commercial developments, our self-performing team manages projects from concept to completion. Services include architectural planning, construction, and marketing for residential communities, shopping centers, and institutional buildings across Illinois and Florida.
Building Services
We provide end-to-end building maintenance and management services for commercial properties. Our team handles repairs, preventative maintenance, and operational efficiency improvements, ensuring properties maintain their value and meet tenant needs across Chicago's diverse neighborhoods.
Leasing Services
Our leasing experts help property owners maximize rental income through strategic pricing, marketing, and tenant screening. For tenants, we facilitate property searches, lease negotiations, and occupancy planning with market-specific insights across office, retail, and industrial sectors.
People
Drew B. Krisco
Managing Broker
As managing broker and grandson of founder Bernard Grizaffi, Drew leads Bern Realty's commercial property portfolio with 25+ years of experience in asset management and development.
Sherree Krisco
Office Manager
Sherree oversees daily operations and client communications, ensuring seamless service delivery across Bern Realty's property management and leasing divisions.
James Cullinane
Property Maintenance
James manages maintenance operations, coordinating repairs and preventative care programs to maintain property value standards across the portfolio.
Dawn Walsh
Accounts Payable
Dawn handles financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments and accounting reports for property owners and vendors.
Questions
What real estate services does Bern Realty offer?
We provide property management, development, leasing, and tenant representation services for commercial and residential properties across Illinois and Florida.
How long has Bern Realty been in business?
Since 1960, we've served clients as a family-owned full-service real estate company with six decades of local market expertise.
Do you manage both commercial and residential properties?
Yes, our portfolio includes office spaces, retail centers, apartment complexes, and single-family home communities.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Chicago metro areas including River Forest, Orland Park, Berwyn, and extend to Parkland, Florida.
Can you help with lease negotiations?
Our tenant representation team specializes in lease term negotiations, space planning, and relocation strategy for businesses.
What makes Bern Realty different from other firms?
We combine family-owned personalized service with national-scale capabilities, maintaining a 60-year legacy of self-performing construction and management.
