With over 30 years of combined experience, The Rafi Group delivers results for clients across Chicagoland and Southwest Florida. Led by broker Rafi Sahakian, the team offers strong negotiation skills, marketing expertise, and multilingual service in Armenian, Arabic, French, Romanian, and English. They operate out of the Arlington Heights @properties office.
Licensed in both Illinois and Florida, the team also holds distinguished designations including Luxury Property Specialist, Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) and 131 Exchange Certification, Certified Staging Consultant (CSC), e-PRO® (advanced digital marketing certification), as well as an MBA. They serve clients across the greater Chicagoland area and in Southwest Florida, including Naples and Marco Island.
Sellers gain a clear advantage with The Rafi Group’s tech-forward approach. Using innovative tools from @properties and Compass, the team creates targeted digital and social media campaigns that showcase listings across major platforms. They guide sellers in preparing their homes, recommending impactful updates and applying a refined eye for design to maximize appeal. From the first consultation, The Rafi Group delivers a tailored strategy aligned with each client’s goals.
As a multigenerational team, The Rafi Group is united by a shared commitment to exceptional service, unwavering integrity, and deep community involvement.
Rafi Sahakian is based in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and values quality time with family, frequently traveling to support their two college-aged football athletes. Rafi Sahakian maintains active involvement with the local church and charitable organizations, and has participated in several medical mission trips to Lebanon, where they have contributed to youth camps serving refugee and low-income children near Beirut.
Naomi is actively engaged in the community through her volunteer work with local children's programs. Outside of real estate, she enjoys cooking and baking for family and friends.
When not assisting clients or volunteering, the team values time spent with their families and shares a passion for the outdoors, enjoying hiking, camping, sports, cooking, and traveling.
For expert guidance in the vibrant real estate markets of Chicagoland and Southwest Florida, connect with The Rafi Group, trusted professionals dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals.
Contact The Rafi Group today whether you are looking to purchase your next home, invest, sell your property or rent one, and allow him to provide you with exceptional, dedicated, and effective service that exceeds your expectations. They work with a dedicated professional team including attorneys, lenders, insurance agents, and certified inspectors.
