Looking for a fruitful and exciting condo experience in Chicago that is just a bit different from all the rest? Consider the Ambassador Condos, located in Chicago's Gold Coast.

Located on 1300 North State Parkway at Goethe Street, the Ambassador Condos sit in the Beaux Arts building, which was once the world renowned luxurious Ambassador Hotel. It's since been redone to make it a much sought-after destination for condo buyers in the Windy City. In fact, the building was once granted landmark status due to its symbol as an architectural icon of the Midwest. 

The Ambassador Chicago represents everything that a city dweller needs or desires in their urban condo. Complete with 24-hour doorman service, fitness center, storage area, owner lounge and…

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Ritz Carlton on Chicago's Magnificent MileThe Ritz Carlton is synonymous with class, taste and sophistication, all qualities that are exemplified in the Ritz Carlton Residences located on 118 East Erie at Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago.

Designed by a team of top-notch interior designers with the help of Lucien Lagrange, the Ritz Carlton Residences is a new luxury Chicago condo building that offer a prime location coupled with first class amenities and a world class view of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s far-reaching neighborhoods.

It’s all about the perks when it comes to living at the Ritz Carlton Residences on Magnificent Mile. The stretch of Michigan Avenue that houses dozens of high-end retail shops and terrific fine dining experiences, Chicago’s Magnificent Mile is an ideal place to…

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Chicago home and condo price trendsThe national housing market is still working its way toward a full recovery and Chicago is representing the Midwest as one of the most impressive metro areas in the United States as far as home prices are concerned.

The S&P/Case-Shiller home price index for July found that Chicago actually led the entire nation in monthly gains in home prices, with a 3.2 percent increase. Taking a closer look at condo data, prices for condos in Chicago climbed 3.9 percent on a month-over-month basis and were up 14 percent when compared to July last year.

Although at face value it may seem like rising home prices is a negative for prospective home and condo buyers, the opposite is true. Back when the housing market was near its lowest of lows following the recession,…

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Downtown Chicago's Trump TowerKnown around the world as a symbol of American capitalism, success and growth, Donald Trump doesn’t put his name on just any building, which is why living in Chicago’s Trump Tower is a much sought-after prospect for not only Chicagoans but individuals and families around the world who are looking to make the Windy City their next home.

Coming at 1,398 feet tall and good for the 12th largest skyscraper in the world complete with 92 stories and 2.6 million square feet of space, the Trump Tower at 401 North Wabash was originally designed by the prestigious architecture firm Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill LLP and is home to hotel rooms and condo residences, alike. In fact, the tower houses 339 hotel rooms to 486 condo spaces, making it just a good a place to…

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Chicago condos for sale An icon of Chicago architecture and a gem of the downtown area, the John Hancock Center at 175 East Delaware is home to condos for sale, which should be the destination point of any Chicagoan looking for a high profile residence in the heart of the city.

A symbol of Midwestern power and strength, the John Hancock Center is 100 stories consisting of black steel and glass, with the center’s condo development beginning when it was built in 1970 and currently existing between floors 44 and 92. In total, 703 condos are available in the John Hancock Center with a mix of studio and one to four bedroom units for the taking.

Located at 175 East Delaware Place, a private entrance to the condos includes an elevator ride up the 44th floor lobby where the view is…

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