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Maria Peña-Graham - Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - DeKalb

About Us

With over two decades of expertise in DeKalb County Real Estate, Maria is a seasoned professional and three-time #1 real estate expert in the area. She was honored with the 2021 HomeLight Achievement Award and recently completed the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and the Accredited Buyer Representative Courses highlighting her commitment to growth and excellence. Fluent in Spanish, a former real estate paralegal, and a NAHREP member, Maria offers a unique cultural perspective.

Her dedication is evident in her personalized approach, providing individualized attention and customized marketing plans using the latest strategies. Beyond transactions, Maria genuinely listens to your family's wants and needs, drawing on her deep local knowledge as both a resident and professional.

Exceptional negotiation skills ensure optimal representation for clients. Maria's network includes top lenders, contractors, and service providers, offering tailored options. Actively involved in the community, Maria supports events like Safe Passage, Hope Haven, We Care Pregnancy Center, and St. Mary School, DeKalb.

Family-centric, Maria's 30-year marriage to Rob and son Matteo's involvement in local swim teams showcase her commitment. In leisure, she enjoys local events, dining, swim meets, travel, and cherished moments. Choose Maria for a real estate journey marked by expertise, personalized attention, and a genuine understanding of your unique needs.

Areas Served

Dekalb County, IL | Aurora, IL | Geneva, IL | St. Charles IL | Rochelle, IL

Our Professional Associations

Current Commissioner for the DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission
Former Board of Director for the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce
Former Member of the Public Policy Committee with the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce
Former President of Conexion Comunidad of DeKalb
Former Treasurer/Committee Member of St. Mary Catholic School in DeKalb
Newman Catholic Church
Our Local Love
St. Vincent de Paul
We Care Pregnancy Center

Our Certifications

2024 Top Agents in the United States
International President's Elite Award from 2017-2023
Pinnacle Award and Top Individual in the State of Illinois by Units for 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024
President's Premier Award and Top Individual in the State of Illinois by Volume for 2020
Quality Service Pinnacle Award for 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Ruby and Master's Awards Top Producer for 2006, 2007, 2013
Top Producer in Dekalb County & City of DeKalb for 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Buying or Selling
Free Market Analysis
Open Houses
Relocating
Bilingual
Residential and Commercial Real Estate
Over 10 Years of Experience as a Legal Assistant and Paralegal at Local Law Firms

Our Services include:

Looking to BUY OR SELL? We are here to make your real estate journey a breeze!
Get a FREE market analysis to understand the value of your property accurately.
Discover OPEN HOUSES and explore your dream home with expert guidance.
RELOCATION? Let Maria handle the logistics and find you the perfect home in your new neighborhood.
Need assistance with RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL real estate? Maria has got you covered!

Testimonials

On 3/12/2025 Jennifer Lavoie had this to say:
Maria is a top-notch realtor. We had the pleasure of working with Maria to sell our house and we couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. She is efficient, professional, and dedicated to doing the right thing. Maria explained everything along the way, set our house up well, and had great quality photographs as part of her listing process. We felt well informed and in good hands with Maria.

On 3/6/2025 vonnie luby had this to say:
Our experience with realtor Maria Pena Graham, has been outstanding. Our relationship began with her listening and hearing clearly, our plans to sell and consideration of the special situation of moving my elderly parents. Maria gave wise, professional and caring advice at every step. We were highly satisfied with with our successful sale and have been very grateful for Maria’s leadership.

On 3/5/2025 Steven Luby had this to say:
Maria was the ultimate professional, she knew the market, knew to set a listing price that would entice over listing offers (sold $30K over list) handled staging and closing. I highly recommend Maria for your R/E needs Testimonial written by Steven Luby on this site.

On 2/5/2025 Clayton Coogan had this to say:
Maria is such a great realtor to have! She is very honest and straight forward with expectations and knows so much about the housing market and how to strategize putting and offer together. I would recommend her to anyone! She made the home buying experience very smooth and it took so much stress off me and my wife.

On 1/25/2025 Melissa T. had this to say:
Maria assisted my husband and I with our home purchase. She is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. My husband and I had zero experience with purchasing a home so any questions we had, she always had the answers and sometimes gave us more information then what we were expecting, which we were very thankful for. Also, she always directed us or advised on what to do next. If you want great service with your home-buying needs, Maria is the Real Estate Agent that you want to move forward with! Testimonial written by Melissa T. on this site.

Contact Us

Maria Peña-Graham - Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - DeKalb
1957 Dekalb Ave Sycamore, IL 60178
Phone: (815) 757-3529
Fax: (815) 756-6757
Email: penagraham@gmail.com

Where To Find Us

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM