Meet Susan
From survivor to seller, foodie to forecaster, and baker to broker, there are many sides to North Shore real estate market expert, Susan Maman. Susan is renowned for her clear and sincere commitment to her clients' needs.
As a hands-on broker, she offers honest advice, a wealth of industry knowledge, creative energy, and stellar negotiation skills. Her client base largely comprises repeat clients and referrals, a testament to her dedicated service and successful outcomes.
Professional Excellence: Susan Maman, a prominent real estate broker on the North Shore, has consistently ranked in the top 1% of brokers for the past twelve consecutive years*.
She boasts an impressive $450 million+ in sales* success and a strong track record as a top broker in the New Trier School District, including being #1 in Glencoe for the past 5 consecutive years*. Susan has become a trusted name, delivering exceptional results.
Her accolades include being named among the Top 15 Illinois Real Estate Professionals by Newsweek Real Trends 2021 and the Top 21 Real Estate Brokers by Chicago Magazine 2020. Additionally, she was honored as one of Crain's 2019 Notable Residential Real Estate Brokers and as one of the 100 Most Influential Real Estate Agents in Illinois by Real Estate Executive Magazine.
Luxury Real Estate Specialty: Susan excels in the luxury real estate market, offering bespoke services to discerning clients. Her approach is characterized by marketing excellence, discretion, and a deep understanding of luxury living. She brings extensive knowledge of the market and a personalized strategy to each transaction, ensuring her clients experience the pinnacle of comfort and sophistication.
Local Expertise and Education: A nearly 60-year native of the North Shore and a graduate of New Trier East High School, Susan furthered her education at the University of Michigan and the University of Arizona, earning a B.A. in Psychology with high honors. Her extensive career in the corporate world, including 17 years at Sprint in advertising and marketing, underscores her belief in the importance of market and advertising expertise.
Personal Journey and Philanthropy: After triumphing over breast cancer in 2004, Susan approaches her profession with the same heart and determination that marked her battle. She donates a percentage of her earnings to Breast Cancer Research, passionately supporting the research division of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University and the Arthur G. Michel, MD Fellow in Breast Cancer Research at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Foundation.
Personal Life and Interests: Susan is a dedicated mother to two young adults, Jordan and Mimi. She is a doting Grandmother to her son and his wife's twin boys that were born on Father's Day 2024. Her daughter Mimi is getting married on October 18th, 2024 to Tony Frank, also a graduate of New Trier East High School and the University of Illinois. They have so much in common. I am so excited for them! Susan enjoys gourmet cooking, baking for family and friends, traveling, and playing tennis. Her love for laughter and fun is reflected in her interactions with everyone around her.
Awards and Accolades
- #1 Broker in Glencoe
- #3 Broker in the New Trier School District
- #10 Broker in the State of Illinois named by Newsweek-Real Trends 2024
- Top 1% Brokers in Chicagoland 2011-2023
- Christie’s International Real Estate Masters Circle Honoree 2022-2023
- Named Top 21 Real Estate Brokers by Chicago Magazine 2020-2023
- Awarded Crain’s 2019 Notable Residential Real Estate Brokers
- 2019 Who’s Who
