Associate Broker · @properties
Joanne Dal Santo
Award-Winning REALTOR® · Chicago South Suburbs & Northwest Indiana
A REALTOR who listens first: psychology-trained, relationship-driven, guiding Chicago's South Suburbs and Northwest Indiana.
Licensed in Illinois & Indiana · $40M+ in closed sales · ABR® · SRS® · SRES®
Your Home · Your Move · Your Advocate
Whether you're buying your first home, selling a longtime family residence, or relocating between Illinois and Indiana, I combine local market knowledge, specialized education and a people-first approach to help you make confident decisions.
What I Do
From first-time buyers to seasoned sellers, from luxury homes to smart investments, I bring the same level of care, strategy and local expertise to every client. Licensed in both Illinois and Indiana, I serve the full picture.
First-time buyers, move-up buyers and clients looking for guidance through every step.
Strategic pricing, modern marketing and expert negotiation to get the best result.
Licensed on both sides of the state line for a seamless transition.
Specialized marketing and discretion for premium properties.
Patient, thoughtful guidance for life transitions and new chapters.
Local data and insights to help you make informed decisions.
Credentials & Education
Advanced training in buyer representation, negotiation and advocacy.
Specialized expertise in listing strategy, pricing and seller advocacy.
Skilled in guiding clients 50+ through transitions including downsizing and estate sales.
Licensed in both Illinois and Indiana with broker-level credentials in both states.
“Joanne completely eased all the stress we had about finding a good realtor. Her dedication and genuine care made a huge difference, and we're so thankful we got to work with her.”
First-Time Home Buyers, Zillow Review
Service Areas
Local Guide Spotlight
Gardening & Sun Exposure
South-facing yards get the most full sun, north-facing ones stay cool and shaded, and east and west sit between them with very different personalities. The new guide explains what to plant on each side, where raised beds belong, how sun changes watering, and why it all matters when you buy or sell in Chicago's South Suburbs and Northwest Indiana.
Home Design Spotlight
Paint & Flooring Trends
Which paint colors and finishes buyers love this year, when hardwood beats LVP and when it does not, plus the free visualizers and calculators that take the guesswork out of a refresh. A practical guide for homeowners, buyers and sellers, with the resale angle spelled out so you know exactly what is worth doing.
Buyer Guide Spotlight
Pre-Closing Checklist
Utilities, movers, address changes and the final walkthrough, organized by state with the exact providers for Illinois and Indiana. First-time buyer or on your tenth home, this guide keeps the last busy week from slipping through the cracks.
Moving Guides
Whether you are buying your first home or selling a longtime one, the last weeks before moving day go smoother with a plan you can see. Each guide breaks the move into phases, from about 60 days out through moving day itself, and prints cleanly for the fridge, the counter or the glove box.
A phased plan from 60 days out to the keys: pre-approval, closing costs, movers, utility start dates, the final walkthrough and the essentials box, all in a clean printable format.
Read the GuideThe same phased plan from the seller's side: movers, decluttering, utility end dates, repairs, the key handoff and the final walkthrough, ready to print and follow.
Read the GuideFrom the Blog
A full Saturday on both sides of the state line: Mokena's Parade of Lights and Munster's Light the Night meet Cedar Lake's Jean Eberle parade, Valparaiso's Winter Lights drive-through opens Sunday at Sunset Hill Farm, and the verified Thanksgiving and early December lineup is now set.
Read More Market InsightsRedfin's October estimate for Illinois puts the median at $313,686, up 3.5% from a year ago with sales down 2.1%, while fresh October reads land for Orland Park, Frankfort, Munster and Crown Point, and the 30-year rate holds at 7.18% with the next survey and the national report due November 12. What the new numbers mean for buyers and sellers.
Read More CommunityThe 3 Little Birds Holiday Market fills the Porter County Expo Center this weekend, Tinley Park lights a 44-foot tree Friday, Making Spirits Bright returns to Valparaiso's Chicago Street Theatre, and Highland's Santa's March, Munster's handmade craft fair and Frankfort's December village weekend round out a newly verified calendar, all checked this week.
Read More Market InsightsRealMLS's October report for Greater Northwest Indiana shows 1,952 closed sales, a median of $363,639 up 4.5% year over year and homes selling about 11% faster than last year, while the 30-year rate holds at 7.18% and the national October releases land November 12. What the fresh numbers mean for buyers and sellers.
Read More Market InsightsFreddie Mac's November 5 survey puts the 30-year fixed rate at 7.18%, the third consecutive weekly decline, while Redfin's newest report shows national prices down year over year for a third week and pending sales at their lowest level in records. Here is where things stand and what to watch next.
Read MoreYou Can With Joanne!™
Whether you're buying, selling, downsizing, or relocating, I'll help you understand your options and create a clear plan forward. Let's start the conversation.
Get In Touch
Have a question about buying, selling, or the local market? Send me a message and I'll get back to you quickly. No pressure, no obligation, just a conversation about what's next for you.
Thank you for reaching out. I'll get back to you shortly. Looking forward to connecting!
