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Cathy Yanda, ABR, SFR, MRP Cathy Yanda Broker 773.315.7005 cathy@cathyyanda.com

About Me

I'm a Marine Corps veteran and REALTOR® with Baird & Warner, specializing in two things: helping 50+ homeowners navigate the decision to downsize from a long-held home, and guiding veterans and military families through the home buying and selling process.

Most of my clients have been in the same house for 20 or 30 years. The move they're considering isn't just a real estate transaction — it's a major life transition. I bring the same discipline, preparation, and attention to detail that the Marine Corps demanded to every step of that process. My clients don't feel rushed, pressured, or like a number.

My business is called Mission Ready Real Estate — because the best moves happen when you're prepared. I work primarily in Oak Park, River Forest, Galewood, and the broader West suburban Chicago market, though I help clients throughout the greater Chicago area.

When I'm not working with clients, you'll find me involved with local veteran organizations, writing, or enjoying everything Oak Park has to offer.

If you're a 50+ homeowner thinking about your next move, or a veteran who wants an agent who speaks your language — I'd love to talk.

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Featured Listings

$375,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,400 sqft
344 S Maple Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302
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$275,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,258 sqft
9355 Irving Park Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176
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$599,000
316 N Austin Boulevard, Oak Park, IL 60302
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$180,000
  • 2,000 sqft
3515 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
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$420,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,890 sqft
1112 S 3rd Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153
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$430,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,516 sqft
1120 Superior Street, Oak Park, IL 60302
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$390,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,435 sqft
  • 0.18 Acreage
2800 Adobe Drive, Plainfield, IL 60586
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$599,000
  • 3,464 sqft
  • 0.20 Acreage
316 N Austin Boulevard, Oak Park, IL 60302
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$160,000
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 900 sqft
929 S Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304
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$329,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,852 sqft
1018 S 10th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153
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$549,999
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,100 sqft
  • 0.13 Acreage
564 Selborne Road, Riverside, IL 60546
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$400,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,705 sqft
1044 Charing Cross Road, Lombard, IL 60148
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$230,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 2,135 sqft
4200 W 176th Place, Country Club Hills, IL 60478
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$310,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,056 sqft
  • 0.10 Acreage
3105 Saint Charles Road, Bellwood, IL 60104
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$275,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,212 sqft
  • 0.09 Acreage
3835 Maple Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402
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$500,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
3923 W Polk Street, Chicago, IL 60624
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$290,000
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,152 sqft
407 Chelsea Cove, Roselle, IL 60172
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1,000 sqft
3201 W Leland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
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$234,900
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,350 sqft
101 Bar Harbour Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193
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$1,400.00
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 750 sqft
3939 W Iowa Street, Chicago, IL 60651
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$125,000
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  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
6750 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402
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$289,900
New
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Baths
  • 1,589 sqft
205 Portage Lane, Yorkville, IL 60560
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$220,000
New
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 1,012 sqft
240 S Maple Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302
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$115,000
New
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Full Baths
  • 750 sqft
314 Lathrop Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130
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Testimonials

Great to do business with. Very professional yet personal. Awesome realtor.

- Shirley Crowder

I can't recommend Cathy enough, both as a remarkable real estate agent and an incredible person. Her expertise knows no bounds, and her dedication to her clients is truly admirable. Not only is she knowledgeable, but she's also deeply compassionate and involved in charitable organizations, partic...

- Shiao Anne Gaa VA and SMM

Cathy was an absolute joy to work with. She was very patient with us and always available to answer any questions we had. We came to Cathy with a dream and she helped make it a reality. She has an amazing team of competent loan officers (highly recommend Chris Weis!), home inspectors and real estat...

- Ebony Avila

Cathy was absolutely amazing she helped us every step of the way in buying our new home that fits our large family and was on point about every detail! We love cathy sooo much we asked her to be our realtor to sell our old home!

- Susy Rodriguez

Great person to work with she did all she could to work in my best interest

- Mamie Harris

Cathy is the best! She helped me close within 2 months of home searching. Cathy is very knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate and was readily available throughout the entire home buying process. She frequently checked in to let us know how everything was going. I recommend contacting her if y...

- Roldan Padilla

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