Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty launches new Lake Forest office

Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty announced the opening of a new office in Lake Forest, expanding its footprint on Chicago’s affluent North Shore [2]. The move follows a recent recruitment drive that brought several high‑performing agents to the firm’s Chicago City Hub and its upcoming Winnetka location.

Key takeaways

• The Lake Forest office opened in February 2026 as part of a broader North Shore expansion [2].
• Three agents—Spencer Terry, Rory Mone and Amanda Zick—joined the brokerage in recent weeks, each citing the firm’s luxury‑service focus [2].
• Jameson Sotheby’s plans additional offices in Winnetka and Glenview later this year [2].
• No luxury rental listings currently appear for Lake Forest on the referenced Le Figaro site, suggesting limited market inventory [1].

Expanding the North Shore footprint

Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty’s Lake Forest office debuted this month, marking the firm’s first physical presence in the town. The expansion aligns with a strategic push into high‑demand North Shore markets, where the brokerage also intends to open offices in Winnetka and Glenview before the end of the year [2]. The Lake Forest launch comes amid a competitive talent war among Chicago brokerages, with firms courting agents through technology, listing access, and boutique service models [2].

New talent bolsters luxury focus

The brokerage’s recent hires underscore its emphasis on luxury service. Spencer Terry returned to the Chicago City Hub to co‑found the Echelon Partners team with Landon Heck, both of whom closed roughly $10‑$11 million and $19 million in sales respectively last year, together accounting for about $100 million in volume [2]. Rory Mone, formerly of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago, joined the City Hub after a stint at Compass, and highlighted the appeal of Jameson’s international network and personalized marketing [2]. Amanda Zick, moving from @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, will operate as a solo agent in the soon‑to‑open Winnetka office, attracted by the firm’s boutique approach and global reach [2].

Why it matters

The Lake Forest office signals Jameson Sotheby’s commitment to deepening its presence in affluent suburban markets, where luxury real‑estate demand remains strong. By adding agents with proven sales records and a focus on high‑touch service, the firm aims to differentiate itself from larger competitors that are consolidating through mergers, such as Compass’s recent megamerger with Anywhere Real Estate [2]. The lack of listed luxury rentals for Lake Forest on the Le Figaro platform suggests a potential gap that the new office could help fill, positioning Jameson Sotheby’s to capture both buyer and renter segments in the area [1]. Continued expansion into Winnetka and Glenview will further cement the brokerage’s North Shore strategy, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape for luxury real‑estate services in Chicago’s suburbs.