Luxury Lofts For Sale in Chicago

Like most segments of the Chicago real estate market, lofts for sale have many different levels that range from entry-level one bedrooms to sprawling three or four bedroom layouts with more living space and you’ll know what to do with.

Many of Chicago’s most expensive lofts for sale are somewhere in the downtown area, and more specifically in River North or the West Loop. As two of Chicago’s hotter neighborhoods to call home right now, it should be of little surprise that many active loft units on the market in these areas are packed with high-end finishes and crazy floor plans that you’ll only see associated with a classic, authentic loft space here in the city.

In fact, if you’re specifically looking for a luxury loft for sale in Chicago and love the

13506 Views, 0 Comments

Wicker Park Single-Family Homes For Sale

If you're at all familiar with Chicago’s real estate market, you don’t need us to tell you that Wicker Park is one of trendier locations in town. Boutique shops, ethnic restaurants, art galleries, and some of the hottest nightlife around fills out the general Wicker Park landscape, and when it comes to housing in the area, there’s nothing quite like a Wicker Park single-family home.

For years, brick and bungalow-style homes dominated the single-family market here in Wicker Park, but as the neighborhood has developed and continue to evolve over the years, it’s now become one of the best locations to seek out a sleek, modern residence that’s full of appeal, desirability, and luxurious features.

So whether you’re looking for hip and modern, or historic and…

6707 Views, 0 Comments

Luxury Streeterville Condos For Sale, Chicago IL

If you’re wondering about the state of downtown Chicago’s luxury condo market, all you have to do is take one good look at the inventory in Streeterville to realize the level of opportunity that exist to current and future home buyers.

As of today, the last day of February,  52 luxury condos for sale are on the market in Streeterville that are priced at $1 million or over. The highest priced condo, Vince Vaughn’s spectacular penthouse unit over at The Palmolive, is listed at $13,900,000, while only one other condo even remotely close to that price point is also available over at 189 E. Lake Shore Drive.

Most luxury Streeterville condos for sale are priced in that $1 to $2 million range, and whether you’re looking for a magnificent vintage unit near the…

10245 Views, 0 Comments

Gold Coast Lakefront Condos For Sale

Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood has one of the highest densities of lakefront condos in all of downtown. Starting with the historic vintage co-ops that line East Lake Shore Drive to the countless high-rises that run north all the way up to the borders of Lincoln Park, the Gold Coast truly has it all when it comes to impressive waterfront condominium residences in the heart of the city.

Some of my favorite Gold Coast condo buildings on the lakefront include 1000 Lake Shore Plaza, The Carlyle, and 1500 N. Lake Shore, but what really makes living along Chicago’s famed Lake Shore Drive special is that regardless of the building, the unobstructed views of Lake Michigan are absolutely gorgeous.

If you think you might be in the market for a new lakefront…

15744 Views, 0 Comments

800 N. Michigan Avenue #3301, Chicago IL

While some condo buyers in downtown Chicago are looking for a more traditional living space with character, others seek out units with a much more contemporary look and feel. If you’re in the market for a new downtown Chicago condominium residents and prefer the latter, you might want to take a look at a sleek two bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom over at 800 North Michigan Ave.

Offered 2270 ft.² of living space, 800 N. Michigan #3301 is certainly unlike most condos you'll see available on the market. Custom stone flooring, amazingly designed sealing layers, impressive accent lighting, and a totally state-of-the-art contemporary kitchen is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all the modern finishes and features you’ll find here is amazing Park Tower…

6762 Views, 0 Comments

Adler Place Condos For Sale, Chicago IL

The luxury condo market in Chicago’s Loop neighborhood typically begins and ends with newer construction high-rises that are situated near the lakefront.  new development around the South Loop really didn’t start accelerating until the early to thousands, and up until the housing crash around 2008 it was actually one of downtown Chicago's hottest and most exciting up-and-coming neighborhoods for home buyers to consider.

Since the beginning of the recovery however, South Loop real estate is back on the rise and if you’re looking for a sleek, contemporary style high-rise that offers spectacular common amenities and panoramic views of the beautiful lakefront and Grant Park,  there’s no better option than Related’s Adler Place.

Located at 1629 South Prairie…

6887 Views, 0 Comments

New Condo Listings at Trump Tower Chicago

With the end of winter insight, sort of, the busy spring season is right around the corner and many soon-to-be homebuyers are just now starting to take a closer look at what’s currently available in many of downtown Chicago’s hottest buildings and neighborhoods.

Of course in a city like Chicago, lots of different options present themselves, and whether you’re looking for a luxurious high-rise condo or sprawling single-family home on the north side, finding the right home usually means knowing exactly what it is you want.

If a condo with world-class amenities and only the finest interior finishes is high up on your wish list, starting your search over at Trump Tower Chicago is the only way to go. As one of the Windy City's most recognizable skyscrapers,…

5976 Views, 0 Comments

March 2015 Events & Festivals

With just one week left of February, we thought now might be a great time to take a look at all upcoming events and festivities taking place in March of 2015. Although the weather next month will likely still be cold, dreary, and maybe even snowy, it’s still a great time of the year to be in Chicago because of all the different fun-filled St. Patrick’s Day and springtime events that happen in neighborhoods all over town.

So if you plan on being in town not only for St. Patrick’s Day but for the entire duration of the month, here’s a look at just some of the things to keep you occupied while we anxiously await that warm, springtime weather.

Chicago Polar Plunge - Sunday March 1st, North Avenue Beach

Not only is this annual Chicago tradition tons of…

2188 Views, 0 Comments

Free Chicago Condo Valuations

2015 looks to be a very bright year for the Chicago real estate market and if you're thinking about selling your downtown Chicago condo, we've recently added a feature on the website that will give you at least some idea of what your condo may be worth.

By simply putting in some  basic information about your condo such as address, number of bedrooms, number bathrooms, square footage, and so on you’ll be able to get a basic estimate on your Chicago condos value based on current market conditions and comparable properties in the area.

 So whether you’re on the fence about selling or a party made a decision to test the Chicago real estate market this year,  get your Chicago condo valuation here,  or call Helaine Cohen at (312) 953-0961 for a FREE…

1753 Views, 0 Comments

Streeterville Lakefront Condos For Sale

Waterfront condos in any market across the United States are highly sought-after and are usually at a premium, and the lakefront condos in Chicago are certainly no different.  Although hundreds of condominium residences in downtown Chicago offer full or partial views of Lake Michigan, only a couple different neighborhoods are actually considered to be “lakefront.”

Among those neighborhoods is Streeterville—the epicenter of high-rise condos in the Windy City.  From the chic,  newer construction condos at 600 N. Lake Shore Dr. to the extraordinary units housed inside the Lucien Lagrange-designed building at 840 N. Lake Shore Drive, lakefront condos and luxury seem to go hand in hand in Streeterville.

Regardless of budget, if you’re in the market for a…

12184 Views, 0 Comments