Wendy and Mark Pawlak aren't just realtors in the Chicago western suburbs, they grew up here, raised their family here, and have spent over two decades building something most agents can't offer: genuine community roots and a track record to match.
Wendy has been one of the western suburbs' most trusted real estate advisors for over 20 years. With more than 1,000 transactions closed across Lemont, Downers Grove, Naperville, Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, Bolingbrook, and beyond, she brings the kind of local knowledge that only comes from living and working in the same neighborhoods for a career. Wendy's approach is personal, she becomes a lifelong advisor, not just an agent for a transaction.
Mark brings a systems-driven mindset to every deal. With 23 years in IT and project management, he helps ensure every transaction is handled with structure, communication, and attention to detail. He sits on Lemont's Planning and Zoning Commission, giving the team an insider's perspective on local development, zoning, and what's coming next in the communities they serve.
Together, they’ve built Pawlak Properties into a locally rooted residential real estate team under Keller Williams Experience and the PLACE platform, backed by industry-leading technology, local expertise, and a genuine love for the communities they call home. From the annual Santa Mailbox program to the Pet Pawrade, they show up for Lemont and the western suburbs long after the closing table.
Whether you're buying your first home, selling an estate, relocating from the city, or investing in the suburbs, you're in the right PLACE.
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Wendy Pawlak
Lead Listing Agent
Wendy Pawlak is a Realtor® and co-owner of Pawlak Properties, serving Lemont, Downers Grove, and the western suburbs of Chicago. With two decades of experience in the communities where she was born, raised, and continues to live, Wendy has built her business on trust, relationships, and a genuine commitment to helping people navigate important life transitions. She takes a personal approach with every client, listening closely, understanding their goals, and tailoring the process to meet their needs. Known for her calm presence, strong market knowledge, and thoughtful guidance, Wendy helps make each transaction feel less stressful, more manageable, and ultimately more rewarding. To her clients, she is not just an agent for one transaction, but a trusted real estate advisor for years to come.
Mark Pawlak
Chief Growth Officer, Realtor®
Mark Pawlak is a Realtor® and co-owner of Pawlak Properties, serving Lemont, Downers Grove, and the western suburbs of Chicago. Since earning his real estate license in 2019, he has helped build a real estate experience centered on strong communication, dependable service, and smart systems that keep every step of the process running smoothly. Before entering real estate, he spent 23 years in IT development and project management, which continues to shape his strategic, detail-oriented approach to client service. Born and raised in the western suburbs and a longtime Lemont resident, Mark is deeply involved in the community. He currently serves on the Lemont Planning and Zoning Commission, is a past president of the Lemont-Homer Glen Rotary, and is an active member of the Lemont Lions Club. Through the Lemont Lions Legacy project, Mark dedicates his time to maintaining the hive at Lemont Township and helping educate local students through field trips and school presentations focused on bees, pollination, and environmental stewardship.
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