Broker Associate · RE/MAX Suburban · Libertyville, IL

Best Realtor in Lake County, IL
Mark Olakowski

Broker Associate • The Leslie McDonnell Team at RE/MAX Suburban

Mark Olakowski is a Broker Associate with The Leslie McDonnell Team at RE/MAX Suburban in Libertyville, Illinois, serving buyers and sellers throughout all of Lake County. With a disciplined, results-oriented approach to every transaction, Mark brings the knowledge, communication skills, and market insight clients need to navigate one of the North Shore's most dynamic real estate markets — whether they're buying a first home, selling a family property, or relocating to the Libertyville area.

Mark understands that buying or selling a home is often the most significant financial decision a person will make — and he treats that responsibility with the seriousness it deserves. Clients value his straightforward communication, his thoroughness in preparing offers and analyzing market data, and his ability to remain focused and steady when transactions become complex or competitive.

Backed by the Best

Individual Attention. Team-Level Resources.

"Mark's knowledge of the Lake County market is impressive. He kept us informed at every step, answered every question thoroughly, and negotiated powerfully on our behalf. We'd recommend him without hesitation."

— Buyer, Lake County, IL

Experienced. Focused. Trusted.

The Lake County Realtor Who Gets It Done.

For sellers, Mark leverages the full marketing infrastructure of The Leslie McDonnell Team — professional photography, strategic MLS positioning, digital advertising, and precision pricing — to generate maximum exposure and competitive offers. His market analysis ensures your property is priced to attract serious buyers from day one, not to sit on the market.

For buyers, Mark combines patience with sharp market analysis to help clients identify the right property at the right price. He understands the Lake County market's nuances — from school districts to neighborhood value trends — and uses that knowledge to help buyers make informed, confident decisions in competitive conditions.

As a member of The Leslie McDonnell Team — #1 in Lake County and among the Top 200 U.S. Real Estate Teams by The Wall Street Journal with over $3.5 billion in career sales — Mark works within a proven system designed to deliver seamless service from search to settlement.

Serving Lake County & Chicago's North Shore

Libertyville  ·  Vernon Hills  ·  Mundelein  ·  Gurnee  ·  Waukegan  ·  Lincolnshire  ·  Lake Forest  ·  Lake Bluff & surrounding communities