# Monarque Group > Monarque Group is a Naperville-based residential real estate team affiliated with @properties | Christie's, specializing in downtown Naperville and western Chicago suburbs with a focus on premium marketing, offmarket access, and data-driven guidance. Naperville-focused, high-volume residential sales, luxury & move-up specialists, premium marketing & staging, offmarket access, data-driven guidance, whiteglove service, @properties|Christie's affiliation ## Agent Bios - [Jill Shipley | Meet Monarque Group's Marketing Manager](https://monarquere.com/agent/jill-shipley): Profile of Jill Shipley, marketing manager for the Monarque Group, a Naperville-based real estate team. - [Kim Preusch Naperville Real Estate Agent | Monarque](https://monarquere.com/agent/kim-preusch): Naperville real estate agent Kim Preusch profiles Monarque Group leadership, local market focus, and a featured Julian Court listing. - [Naperville Real Estate Agent Lisa Bruce | Monarque](https://monarquere.com/agent/lisa-bruce): Monarque Group profile for Naperville broker Lisa Bruce, highlighting her contact details, local market expertise, notable 2025 sales, and active listings. - [Naperville Real Estate Agent Tanya Barry | Monarque](https://monarquere.com/agent/tanya-barry): Profile page for Naperville broker Tanya Barry of the Monarque Group, highlighting her healthcare background and recent sales activity. - [Karen Fakroddin, Naperville Real Estate Agent | Monarque](https://monarquere.com/agent/karen-fakroddin): Naperville real estate broker Karen Fakroddin's profile highlights local sales, buyer and seller representation, and active listings. - [Karen Preusch | Meet Monarque Group's Operations Manager](https://monarquere.com/agent/karen-preusch): Operations Manager profile for Karen Preusch at the Monarque Group in Naperville, Illinois. - [Kristin Meadows Naperville Real Estate Agent | Monarque](https://monarquere.com/agent/kristin-meadows): Agent profile for Kristin Meadows of The Monarque Group, focused on Downtown Naperville and surrounding western suburbs. - [Corine Zawiski | Meet a Naperville Real Estate Broker](https://monarquere.com/agent/corine-zawiski): Corine Zawiski's Monarque Group bio profiles a Naperville broker with corporate project-management experience and local market knowledge. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Oak Brook IL Real Estate | Luxury Homes for Sale](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/oak-brook): Oak Brook, Illinois real estate page featuring luxury-home listings, neighborhood demographics, and local school and amenity highlights. - [Oswego IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Monarque](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/oswego): Oswego, Illinois real estate page with local market overview, demographics, schools, and luxury home listings. - [Explore Bolingbrook, IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/bolingbrook): Bolingbrook, IL real estate and neighborhood guide highlighting local schools, parks, demographics, and active listings. - [Lisle, IL Real Estate | Homes for Sale in Lisle, IL](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/lisle): Lisle, IL real estate page with neighborhood overview, census snapshots, school references, and active luxury home listings. - [Neighborhood || Aurora](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/aurora): Aurora, Illinois neighborhood page summarizing local schools, parks, demographics, and housing context. - [Neighborhood || Naperville](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/naperville): Naperville neighborhood profile with local overview, census demographics, school references, and property listings. - [Glen Ellyn, IL Homes & Lifestyle Guide | Explore More](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/glen-ellyn): A Glen Ellyn, Illinois neighborhood profile with local schools, parks, downtown amenities, and Census Bureau demographics. - [Downers Grove, IL Real Estate | Luxury Homes for Sale](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/downers-grove): Downers Grove, Illinois neighborhood page profiles the suburb's schools, parks, downtown, demographics, and MLS listings. - [Plainfield, IL Neighborhood Guide | Explore the Area](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/plainfield): Plainfield, Illinois neighborhood guide covering schools, parks, housing, and Census demographics. - [Wheaton, IL Homes for Sale | Explore the Neighborhood](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/wheaton): Wheaton, Illinois neighborhood page highlights local demographics, schools, parks, and current property listings. - [Warrenville, IL Homes for Sale | Explore the Neighborhood](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods/warrenville): Warrenville, Illinois neighborhood page highlighting local schools, parks, demographics, and current real-estate listings. ## Tools - [Home Valuation | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/home-valuation): Monarque Group's home valuation page collects property and contact details for a home value report. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Christie's Co-CEOs Predict a Strong 2024 Market | Blog](https://monarquere.com/blog/a-glimpse-into-the-crystal-ball-properties-christies-international-real-estate-co-ceos-predict-a-strong-2024-market): Interview on Chicagoland housing trends, buyer and seller advice, and 2024 market expectations from @properties Christie's International Real Estate co-CEOs. - [Spring Cleaning: 5 Tips for the Organized Home | Blog](https://monarquere.com/blog/spring-cleaning-5-tips-for-the-organized-home): A Chicago-area home-organizing article offers five spring-cleaning tips from local experts. - [DuPage & Naperville Real Estate Market Update This Fall](https://monarquere.com/blog/from-market-trends-to-new-listings-whats-happening-in-dupage-and-naperville-real-estate-this-fall): Monarque Group's fall market update covers DuPage and Naperville luxury trends, new listings, seasonal prep, and team recognition. - [Q2 Highlights, Local Market Trends & How Our Team Is Navigating Today's Challenges](https://monarquere.com/blog/q2-highlights-local-market-trends-and-how-our-team-is-navigating-todays-challenges): Monarque Group reviews Naperville market trends, Q2 sales, and its DuPage County ranking amid tight inventory and shifting buyer demand. - [What Homebuyers and Sellers Need to Know About Brokerage Industry Changes](https://monarquere.com/blog/what-homebuyers-and-sellers-need-to-know-about-brokerage-industry-changes): Monarque Group explains August 2024 brokerage rule changes for buyer-broker agreements and MLS compensation disclosures. - [Things to Do in Naperville - Discover Local Gems](https://monarquere.com/blog/10-things-we-love-about-naperville): A Monarque Group guide highlights Naperville's Riverwalk, parks, museums, festivals, shopping, and dining. - [Why Luxury Sellers Choose Monarque Group in Naperville 60540](https://monarquere.com/blog/why-luxury-sellers-choose-monarque-group): A Monarque Group guide to selling luxury homes in Naperville's 60540 with global reach, staging, private marketing, and concierge support. - [Why Your Neighbor's Home Sold for More: Understanding the Naperville Market](https://monarquere.com/blog/why-your-neighbors-home-sold-for-more-understanding-the-naperville-real-estate-market-in-2026): A Naperville real estate market article explaining why neighboring homes can sell for different prices. - [How to Purchase and Build Your New Construction Home](https://monarquere.com/blog/building-new-construction-with-siena-custom-home-builders): A Naperville real estate guide outlines the steps to buy and build a new construction home. - [Naperville Housing Market: A Shift Buyers Can Leverage](https://monarquere.com/blog/a-market-in-transition-just-like-the-seasons-change-is-in-the-air-for-naperville-buyers): Monarque Group reviews Naperville's shifting housing market, highlighting more inventory, longer market times, and mixed price trends for detached and attached homes. - [Fairy Tale Home in Naperville's East Highlands](https://monarquere.com/blog/a-fairy-tale-home-in-the-heart-of-naperville): Monarque Group highlights a celebrated East Highlands Naperville mid-century modern home with a fairy garden and preserved Don Tosi design. - [Naperville Real Estate & Lifestyle Guide | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/blog/discover-naperville-premier-living-in-one-of-americas-top-cities): Monarque profiles Naperville, IL, highlighting Riverwalk living, recreation, dining, and cultural amenities. - [From Resolution to Reality | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/blog/from-resolution-to-reality-navigating-your-path-to-homeownership-in-2024): Monarque Group outlines a 2024 homebuying checklist covering financing, budgeting, and neighborhood selection. - [Christmas, Home, and Hearth: Discover Holiday Magic in These Stunning Kitchens](https://monarquere.com/blog/holiday-entertaining-4-deluxe-kitchens-for-hosting-at-home): Monarque Group spotlights four Naperville homes with luxury kitchens suited to holiday entertaining. - [Naperville School Districts 203 vs 204 for 2026 Buyers](https://monarquere.com/blog/naperville-school-districts-203-vs-204-where-buyers-are-looking-in-2026): Guide comparing Naperville school districts 203 and 204 for homebuyers, focusing on lifestyle, pricing, and seller strategy. - [Off-Market Real Estate Guide: Pocket, Private & MLS](https://monarquere.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-off-market-real-estate-pocket-private-and-mls-listings): Monarque Group explains pocket, private, and active MLS listings and how each strategy affects privacy, exposure, and competition. - [Summer Fun in Downtown Naperville | August Guide](https://monarquere.com/blog/your-guide-to-summer-fun-in-downtown-naperville-august-edition): Monarque's August guide spotlights Downtown Naperville concerts, classes, shopping, desserts, movies, and farmers market stops. - [Naperville Real Estate 2026: Local Guide for Buyers & Sellers](https://monarquere.com/blog/naperville-real-estate-in-2026-a-local-guide-for-home-buyers-and-sellers-planning-their-next-move): Local guide for Naperville buyers and sellers planning a move in the city's real estate market. - [Winterizing Your Home: Simple Tips for Homeowners](https://monarquere.com/blog/winterizing-your-home-simple-tips-for-homeowners): A Monarque Group post outlines practical home-winterization tips for Midwest homeowners, from sealing drafts to protecting pipes and outdoor areas. - [Top Interior Design Trends for Luxury Homes in 2024](https://monarquere.com/blog/8-interior-design-trends-shaping-luxury-homes-in-2024): A Monarque Group article spotlights 2024 luxury interior design trends, drawing on Katy Evans' advice on color, function, and personalization. - [Bauer Mansion Naperville - HGTV House Hunt Winner](https://monarquere.com/blog/monarque-groups-bauer-mansion-voted-winner-in-the-hgtv-ultimate-house-hunt-2022): Monarque Group profiles the Bauer Mansion in Naperville after its HGTV Ultimate House Hunt win. - [Prairie-Style Home 908 Julian Ct Naperville IL For Sale](https://monarquere.com/blog/prairie-style-elegance-at-908-julian-ct-naperville-il): Prairie-style Naperville listing highlighting 908 Julian Ct's Wright-inspired design, indoor spa, smart-home features, and flexible floor plan. - [8 Essential Tips for First-Time Homebuyers | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/blog/eight-essential-tips-for-first-time-homebuyers): A Naperville real estate blog post offers practical guidance for first-time homebuyers, from mortgage pre-approval to closing preparation. - [6 Questions for Prospective Homebuyers | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/blog/spring-into-action-6-essential-questions-for-prospective-homebuyers): A blog post outlines six planning questions for prospective homebuyers navigating a competitive spring market. - [Why Multigenerational Living Is on the Rise | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/blog/better-together-why-multigenerational-living-is-on-the-rise): A Chicago-area real estate article explains why multigenerational living is rising and what homes work best for extended families. - [Just Listed: Exceptional East Highlands Home at 605 Thornwood Drive in Naperville](https://monarquere.com/blog/just-listed-exceptional-east-highlands-home-at-605-thornwood-drive-in-naperville): Listing for a meticulously maintained East Highlands home at 605 Thornwood Drive in Naperville. - [Naperville Real Estate Market 2026: What Sellers Need](https://monarquere.com/blog/naperville-real-estate-in-2026-a-delayed-spring-a-hot-market): Monarque Group reviews Naperville's delayed spring market and its 2026 closings across Naperville and nearby suburbs. - [1308 N Wright Street Naperville Luxury Home for All Seasons](https://monarquere.com/blog/falling-in-love-with-1308-n-wright-street-a-naperville-gem-with-room-for-every-season): Blog profile of a Naperville home on a .67-acre lot with a guest house, heated garages, and seasonal amenities. - [Explore Naperville Luxury Homes Designed for Today's Multigenerational Families](https://monarquere.com/blog/explore-naperville-luxury-homes-designed-for-todays-multigenerational-families): Blog spotlights two Naperville luxury estates suited to multigenerational living, with school, trail, and neighborhood highlights. - [Monarque Group Named Among Illinois' Top Twenty Small Real Estate Teams by RealTrends Verified 2026](https://monarquere.com/blog/monarque-group-named-among-illinois-top-twenty-small-real-estate-teams-by-realtrends-verified-2026): Monarque Group is profiled for its RealTrends Verified 2026 recognition among Illinois' top twenty small real estate teams. - [Off-Market Homes in Naperville | Search With Zenlist](https://monarquere.com/blog/finding-off-market-homes-in-naperville-and-beyond-how-zenlist-is-transforming-the-home-search-experience): An article on Zenlist and off-market home search for Naperville buyers. - [Monarque Group Named Among Illinois' Top 5 Small Real Estate Teams by RealTrends Verified](https://monarquere.com/blog/monarque-group-named-among-illinois-top-5-small-real-estate-teams-by-realtrends-verified): Blog post on Monarque Group's RealTrends Verified ranking and Naperville-focused real estate practice. - [DuPage & Naperville Real Estate Market: November Update](https://monarquere.com/blog/by-the-numbers-whats-changing-in-dupage-and-naperville-real-estate-this-november): A DuPage and Naperville market update pairs September data with seller and buyer guidance, featured listings, and team recognition. - [Monarque Group Named to Christie's International Real Estate Masters Circle 2026](https://monarquere.com/blog/monarque-group-named-to-christies-international-real-estate-masters-circle-2026): Monarque Group is profiled for joining Christie's International Real Estate Masters Circle and the client benefits the firm says come with the honor. - [Spring Listing Prep Naperville: Start Your 6-8 Week Plan](https://monarquere.com/blog/spring-listing-prep-timeline-for-naperville-sellers): A Naperville sellers' guide to timing spring listing prep, staging, photography, disclosures, and vendor booking. - [7 Renovations You Can Make in the Winter | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/blog/7-renovations-you-can-make-in-the-winter): A winter renovation guide from Monarque Group highlights low-disruption updates for kitchens, baths, storage, lighting, walls, laundry rooms, and smart homes. - [Monarque Group Earns Top Statewide Recognition in the 2026 RealTrends Verified Rankings](https://monarquere.com/blog/monarque-group-earns-top-statewide-recognition-in-the-2026-realtrends-verified-rankings): Monarque Group announces its 2026 RealTrends Verified recognition and 2025 production results serving Naperville and surrounding communities. - [Naperville Real Estate Market Update | Read Local Trends](https://monarquere.com/blog/naperville-real-estate-market-update-what-you-need-to-know-from-a-top-naperville-real-estate-agent): Blog post on Naperville real estate conditions, mortgage-rate changes, and the Monarque Group's local market positioning. ## Testimonials - [Testimonials | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/testimonials): Client testimonials praise Monarque realtors for patience, communication, and persistence in helping buyers find homes. ## Core Pages - [Discover Naperville Real Estate with Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/): Naperville luxury real estate team homepage featuring listings, testimonials, and market insights. ## Other Pages - [Neighborhoods | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/neighborhoods): Directory page for Monarque Group's Naperville-area neighborhoods and surrounding Illinois markets. - [Meet Monarque Group | Naperville Real Estate](https://monarquere.com/team): A Naperville real estate team page listing Monarque Group brokers, managers, testimonials, and contact details. - [Selling Your Home | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/selling-your-home): Monarque Group outlines a Naperville home-selling service covering pricing, staging, marketing, showings, and negotiations. - [Monarque Gives Back | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/monarque-gives-back): Monarque Group highlights its local charitable support in Naperville and nearby organizations. - [Contact Us | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/contact): Monarque Group contact page with a message form and Naperville office details. - [Market Insights | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/market-insights): Monarque Group's Naperville real estate market insights page curates recent local market commentary and neighborhood-focused articles. - [Privacy Policy| Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/terms-and-conditions): Monarque Group's privacy policy and terms of use for its real estate site covers data collection, AI use, advertising, and opt-outs. - [Property Videos | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/vlog): Monarque Group's Naperville property videos page lists video entries for several local home addresses. - [DMCA Notice](https://monarquere.com/dmca-notice): Monarque Group posts a DMCA notice explaining infringement claims, counter-notifications, and where to send notices in Naperville, Illinois. - [404 Page Not Found | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/404): Monarque Group's 404 error page redirects visitors to home, search, and contact options. - [Awards, Accolades, & Press | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/awards): Monarque Group's awards page lists sales-volume rankings, production totals, and recent press features in Naperville, Chicago, and DuPage County. - [Finding Your Home | Naperville Real Estate | Monarque Group](https://monarquere.com/finding-your-home): Monarque Group outlines buyer representation services for home search, financing guidance, offers, and negotiation support.