A native Chicagoan, Marisa Buchheit is passionate about her city and the people, neighborhoods, and places in it. A former Miss Illinois and 2X Miss Chicago, Marisa has had the incredible opportunity to represent her home at Miss America and also travel all across the city and state to perform, speak and share her passion for music and arts education. She has a vast knowledge of Chicago’s many vibrant neighborhoods and has resided in 6—Edison Park, Norwood Park, Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, Lakeview East, and her current residence—the West Loop.

Coming to real estate from a unique background, she takes pride in her strong determination, a knack for customer service, and adaptability in high-stress situations. Marisa is a professional opera singer who earned her Master’s at DePaul University and her Bachelor’s at Cleveland Institute of Music. Through the grueling audition circuit and competitive performance arena, she has gained thick skin and the characteristic of never taking “no” for an answer. She stands as a fierce advocate for all of her clients and customers in her real estate transactions. Marisa has also served as a national Product Specialist for Mercedes-Benz, where she has guided hundreds of consumers through the purchasing process for their next vehicle. She is excited to utilize her talents to assist you in buying or selling your next home.