Just two condos remain available to buyers at the new Menomonee Row development of East Lincoln Park. This single-family development offers the luxury of upscale rowhomes just blocks from such sites and attractions as the Lincoln Park Zoo, retailers, dining options, theaters and the lake.

This elegant new construction property features private entrances and private underground parking. With a total of five rowhouses to choose from, Menomonee Row offers up to 4,500 square feet of living space.

The homes of Menomonee Row additionally offer access to large private rooftop terraces and custom accents throughout the homes. Elegantly appointed with luxurious modern features and finishes on the inside, the outside of the property appeals to the historic…

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Lathrop Apartments ChicagoBrand new, modern apartments accent Chicago’s Lathrop apartment complex. While the apartments themselves are certainly impressive, the amenities of this North Side property truly put it over the top.

Made up of a full eleven acres of open space and green space, the property includes on-site residential parking and the convenience of a children’s playground. It also provides outdoor recreational possibilities including a boat house and direct Chicago River access via the kayak and boat launch.

This is on top of a nearby nature trail, a riverfront dog park, landscaped gardens and a great lawn. In addition, residents of Lathrop are offered the option of available on-site storage and bicycle storage. 

With easy river access, residents of Lathrop are…

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Union Station Chicago DevelopmentConstruction in Downtown Chicago certainly isn’t slowing down as crews push ahead with work on a new tower close to Union Station. When complete, the 50-story tower will be the tallest west of Canal Street.

Dubbed Union Station Tower, the new building is going up right next door to Union Station’s transit center. The glass and steel designed tower will likely stand out in the neighborhood for now as it transitions from a former railway hub to a business and tech hub of the future.

Plans call for the new project to include room for high-end office space, a 400-car parking garage and also a publicly accessible park. Construction should wrap up in about two years.

Union Station Tower replaces an old Amtrak-owned parking garage in the neighborhood.…

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From a convenient address to ample amenities, you’ll love living at the Sienna Flats in Downtown Chicago. There are plenty of things to enjoy about living at Sienna, but in this case, we’ve narrowed it down to just three, including its features, its amenities and its location.

To begin with, this boutique property is exclusive to just 50 rentals. Residents can expect to find such desirable features within the apartments as high ceilings, large windows and large floor plans.

The building’s amenities are also desirable. Residents are provided access to a fitness center, bicycle storage and a dog run. The property also offers a rooftop deck with room for lounging and grilling. 

Located in downtown’s Streeterville neighborhood, Sienna makes it easy…

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Chicago’s West Loop is one of the most exciting areas to eat, drink, and experience the best the city has to offer. But as you probably already know, the neighborhood has a number of new construction condo opportunities that are moving faster than ever. One such development is the Residences on Racine, which is a building that, as you'll see below, features some of the most desirable units you'll find anywhere in town...

Located at 236 S. Racine Ave, the Residences on Racine is a boutique building in the West Loop featuring 20 amazing condominium units. The units feature open floor plans, hardwood floors, contemporary interior design, modern finishes, and spacious balconies. There are units ranging in size from 2-4 bedrooms which provides a price…

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Chicago Area Home Prices Recent months have been up and down with regard to home sales in Chicago. October was a slower month overall for home sales in the Chicago area, but despite the dip in sales activity, home prices remained strong in the 9 counties making up the metro area, according to the latest figures. The average price of home sold in October in Chicago was $275K up about 1.4 % over 2018. If you compare that to the metro area, the average price of a home in October was about 240K which is an increase of 4.3% over last year. This is the strongest growth in prices of any month since February 2018.

According to a national report by the National Association of Realtors, home prices nationwide were up 6.2 percent in October from a year earlier. Chicago's volume of home…

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Real estate experts say Chicago’s downtown apartment market appears in balance, at least for now. While they’re not projecting big rent growth, they’re also not projecting problems with supply.

Rent growth and leasing activity slowed some in the third quarter. Despite a prolonged wave of construction, the market seems to be holding up. For Class A apartment buildings, the average net rent was $3.10 per square foot for the quarter.

That’s up more than 1.5-percent from a year ago, but the smallest year-over-year rent increase since late 2017. The Class A occupancy rate in the downtown area fell just slightly for the third quarter year compared to the same time last year.

Analysts say that suggests more of a slowing than a downturn. The area still remains a…

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North Side Chicago New Construction ApartmentsPlanning to be in the market for a new apartment in 2020? Check out 3 fabulous new construction options up on Chicago's North Side below...

4914 N. Clark

One exciting new choice for renters sits at 4914 N Clark. The luxury apartments are part of a mixed-use development. Topping ground level retail space, the apartments in this new construction property sit conveniently close to public transit, plus just steps away from boutiques, restaurants and entertainment options in the neighborhood.

Residences at Addison & Clark

Another option for renters is 1025 W Addison. This new construction apartment building features your choice of studios, one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residences at Addison & Clark also features such amenities as an outdoor…

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Lake Shore Drive CondosDon't think you can afford a great place on Lake Shore Drive? Think Again! There are a number of affordable condo homes to check out. Summarized below are 3 that offer great buildings that won't break your bank!

3150 N. Lake Shore

3150 N. Lake Shore is a condo building erected in 1963 which stands 30 stories tall and houses 204 units. Located on Chicago's prominent Lake Shore Drive, 3150 LSD offers its residents amenities, sprawling views, and easy access to Chicago's stretch of parks, marinas, and beaches. If you're specifically looking for affordability but also want to enjoy Lake Shore Drive's easy access to outdoor recreation, take a close look at 3150. Residents can enjoy biking, boating, kayaking, outdoor exercising all nearby. The building…

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If you're looking for an entry-level condo in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, we have several buildings in mind that may be the perfect place to begin your search...

Commonwealth Plaza

Designed by renowned Chicago architect, Mies Van Der Rohe, the condos at 330 W Diversey Parkway are a noted tower property in Lincoln Park. The property is conveniently located near bus and train lines which makes commuting a breeze. Commonwealth Plaza has a strong amenity package with a sun-deck, pool, gym, dry cleaning, commissary, and also a variety of view options. Additionally, entertainment and culture are only a short walk to away with it's close proximity to Lincoln Park and Lakeview areas. If you're looking for a condo with a great location and want to stay…

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