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Make better real estate decisions.

For homeowners, investors, and developers who want more than a broker — they want strategy.

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The Property Decision Studio

What are you trying to figure out?

Should I sell now or wait?

Understand timing, pricing, market depth, and your real alternatives before you list.

What is my property really worth?

Go beyond automated estimates with positioning, buyer psychology, and current market behavior.

Is my investment underperforming?

Review rent, expenses, upside, condition — and whether to hold, sell, renovate, or reposition.

Should I renovate before selling?

Separate value-creating improvements from unnecessary spend before you commit capital.

The Neistat Method

How decisions are made.

01
Diagnose

Understand the asset, the numbers, and the goal.

02
Position

Price, package, and present correctly.

03
Execute

Market and negotiate with precision.

04
Optimize

Sell, hold, lease, or reposition.

Selected Wins

Proof over promises.

1035 W. Lake Street

Multi-unit deconversion in one of Chicago's most competitive urban submarkets. Won against every major brokerage. Closed off-market in two weeks.

$9.5M

702 W. Wellington

Boutique developer sellout positioned around design, scarcity, and premium neighborhood pricing.

Record PPSF

Tri-Taylor Portfolio

Four 3-flats moved quickly — including one neighborhood record-breaking transaction.

2 Weeks

Start Here

Bring the decision. We'll build the strategy.

Choose the path that fits your situation. The goal is not to push a transaction. The goal is to understand the property, the market, and the best move.

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A Family Operating Principle

"Three generations of Chicago developers. One operating principle: people first."

Matthew Neistat · Founder
CAR Top 10% Producer · Jameson Quarterly Best 2023, 2024 & 2025 · $120M+ in Sales · Crain's Chicago Business · CoStar News · 110% of List Price · 5 Days on Market · Crain's Chicago Business · CAR Top 10% Producer · Jameson Quarterly Best 2023, 2024 & 2025 · $120M+ in Sales · Crain's Chicago Business · CoStar News · 110% of List Price · 5 Days on Market · Crain's Chicago Business ·
The Experience
"Always put people first. Real estate isn't about closing deals — it's about building lives and accomplishing dreams."

With over 14 years of experience and a background rooted in hospitality, Matthew Neistat brings an honest, one-on-one approach to every client relationship. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, his dedication and attention to detail ensure you're guided every step of the way.

About Matthew →
CAR Top 10% Producer
Chicago Association of Realtors
Jameson Quarterly Best
2023, 2024 & 2025
Crain's Chicago Business
As Seen In
Chicago Real Producers
Featured Agent Profile

Notable Sales

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Featured · West Loop

1035 W. Lake Street

Multi-unit deconversion — one of the largest in the neighborhood · CoStar News

$9,500,000
Winnetka North Shore

1183 Elm Street

Featured in Crain's Chicago Business

$1,265,000
Lincoln Park

Represented Seller — Bayview LTD

2636 N. Lincoln Ave

4-unit investment property

$2,300,000
Lincoln Park

1126 W. Fullerton

Lincoln Park condo

$720,000
Lakeview

Represented Developer — 4-Condo Sellout

702 W. Wellington Ave

Highest price per sq ft in the neighborhood

$709K – $985K

Client Words

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Kevin Werner
Personal 15-Building Portfolio

"Matt worked with me to market and sell all the properties faster than I expected. He did a great job solving problems and staying focused on getting the buildings sold. I would recommend Matt for this type of transaction all day long."

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Nicole Alfred-Napper
COO, Plan Companies

"He did such a good job that we ended up having him sell a few more — every single one sold at, near, or above the price we were seeking. It was refreshing to have such a hands-on broker — that is certainly not the norm."

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Nick & Marina Golemis
Bought & Sold, Chicago/Glenview

"Matt knows real estate. The review can start and end there. He was able to blend the lines between honesty, transparency, and friendliness. He knows how to negotiate, what the market dictates, and does his work with a great deal of integrity."

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Christopher Paquette
2-Building Investment Purchase

"Matt has always been a terrific resource and truly a partner to me. He does much of the upfront legwork, is very responsive, is always on my side and looking out for me. I would absolutely refer him with very, very high marks."

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Linda Schafer
Private Investor, Tri-Taylor Portfolio

"Matt sold four 3-flats in Tri-Taylor for me in two weeks. One broke a sales record. Matt's numbers are true-to-market and realistic. He took his time to get to the right price. I definitely would work with Matt again."

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Kevin Tansey
First-Time Buyer, North Center Chicago

"My home buying experience was seamless, which I can credit to Matt's professionalism, honesty, and integrity. Even after the offer was accepted he remained extremely communicative and responsive during the closing process."

Chicago Neighborhoods

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