Condos at 250 E. Pearson in ChicagoWith the Streeterville neighborhood being filled with so many extravagant high-rise condo buildings, it’s sometimes easy to overlook one that’s loaded with desirable features, first-rate living amenities, and of course a great overall value. And while numerous Streeterville condo buildings may not get the appreciation they deserve, one particular address that seems to be a bit more underrated than it should be is 250 E. Pearson. The condos at 250 E. Pearson, which is also simply known as The Pearson, truly are exceptional and aside from all the spectacular interior features each unit possesses, 250 E. Pearson is conveniently positioned in one of the best locations in all of Streeterville.

Situated directly across the street from Lake Shore Park,…

8194 Views, 0 Comments

Lake Shore Drive Real Estate in ChicagoLiving on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago can be compared to living on Madison Avenue in New York or Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles. Despite being downtown Chicago’s busiest and most used thoroughfare, Lake Shore Drive real estate is still at a premium and is all about status and prestige. For home buyers searching the downtown Chicago real estate market from out of town, Lake Shore Drive may just seem like nothing more than a noisy, heavily traveled highway built to funnel drivers in and out of the city. But for those who know and love Chicago for what it is, real estate along Lake Shore Drive is a status symbol that’s understood well by locals and something that’s particularly sought-out by luxury home buyers who want the best of what the Windy City has to…

21904 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago condosCombining elements of classic architecture with state-of-the-art modern amenities that would entice any condo buyer, the residences at Ten East Delaware truly represent the best of both worlds when it comes to Chicago condo living. Located just blocks from beautiful Lake Michigan and the Magnificent Mile, this building in the heart of the Gold Coast is home to some of the most refined and sought-after Chicago dwellings available.

The huge windows in this building offer amazing views of the downtown Chicago skyline, and apartments are equipped with superbly upkept hardwood floors, not to mentioned over sized ceilings and large floor plans. And if culinary excellence factors into the equation for your Chicago condo purchase, the residences at Ten East…

3589 Views, 0 Comments

With world-renowned eateries like Alinea and Avec, Chicago has made its way to the forefront on national culinary excellence over the past decade or so. For Chicago condo owners and the city's residents, living in areas like River North, the Gold Coast, Streeterville and Lincoln Park often means quick and easy access to some of the finest dining and libations in the nation, and a recent report from Crain's Chicago Business gave the details on some stellar additions to this fine city's bustling food and beverage culture.

First off, there's Three Dots and a Dash, located beneath Lettuce Entertain You's Bub City at 435 N. Clark Street in River North. What is it, you ask? Why only the city's most hip tiki bar, with Polynesian and Hawaiian-style drinks and…

1946 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago homes for saleIt took Chicago awhile to catch up with the housing market boom that much of the nation has experienced in 2013, but a recent report from Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED), as reported in Chicago Magazine, shows many positive signs for those looking to unload their Chicago condos and Chicago homes for sale.

According to MRED, 7,998 Chicago home sales occurred in June, which is a massive year-over-year improvement from June 2012, when 30 percent less homes sold. And May 2013 was even stronger year-over-year, with 39 percent more Chicago homes selling in comparison with May 2012. These homes were also being absorbed much more quickly in terms of when they went on the market and when they actually sold. Homes were on the market for an average of just 96…

1695 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago condosIn a trend that falls in line with what much of the nation has been experiencing in 2013, Chicago condos and homes for sale are seeing low inventory, high prices, bidding wars, and quick turnaround between when a property or space is listed and when it is sold.

A recent report from the Sun-Times used the example of Jason and Megan Komenda, a couple expecting a child who were looking to move out of their Chicago condo in Lincoln Square to find a larger home. It took the Komenda's three attempts to close on a home, due to higher-priced offers ousting their initial bids—and when they did secure a property, it was only because another buyer fell through due to complications.

While this scenario might sound difficult, it's actually pretty indicative of the…

1986 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago condosCase Shiller produces some of the most reliable and depended-upon reports for Chicago condos and homes, and a recent report published by the company shows Chicago condo prices seeing record gains from April to May of this year, the most recent months on record.

These record gains for Chicago condos came in the form of the value of these spaces going up 6 percent on average from just one month to the next. Condo values for this time period also reached highs they had not seen since July of 2011, but more importantly, they are up 18.1 percent from their market lows, signaling a turnaround in the Chicago condo market that has been evidenced recently in increased buyer demand and extremely low inventory rates. Overall, Chicago condo prices were up by 11.9…

1848 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago luxury condoChicago condo sales in the high-end range of the market are taking the city by storm. There has been a resurgence in high-rise development and construction over the last few years that is fueling the Chicago condo real estate market. According to a recent report by Coldwell Banker, sales of Chicago real estate in the high-end market rose in 2012, and the expectation is that 2013 could be an even better year.

Real estate priced $5 million and over have been known to sell for incredible amounts of money, including the penthouse sale at Park Tower that topped out at $1,900 per square foot. The gorgeous penthouse is located at 800 North Michigan Avenue, an address that synonymous with luxury living. Some are starting to equate the prices of high-end Chicago…

2829 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago condosThe Chicago luxury condo market continues to be a hot segment of the overall real estate space, and former NFL quarterback Mark Malone recently got in on the game. He sold his two-bedroom Greektown condo in a loft building for $557,500.

Malone sold the Chicago luxury condo back on May 6 for just under the listing price of $574,900. He originally purchased the unit back in 2007 for $700,000. The corner unit offered approximately 2,200 square feet of living space with two bedrooms, two baths, and a 35-foot balcony. The unit also featured 180-degree views, soaring 14-foot ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and a gourmet-inspired kitchen with slab-granite countertops and gorgeous appliances.  Malone’s Chicago luxury condo is located in an Adams Street…

2006 Views, 0 Comments

Chicago condo trendsInstead of giving up the dream of Chicago condo living, many young families are looking for larger attached homes in the city center. As such, developers are supersizing Chicago condos in order to keep up with demand.

Amenities in these Chicago condos appeal to both young couples with and without children, empty-nesters, and also move-down buyers who are interested in living in the city center. These are people interested in a turn-key, low-maintenance lifestyle and who value the opportunity to take advantage of the urban lifestyle right outside their door.

Just ask Chase and Stefanie Chavin, who recently purchased a 3,000-square-foot Chicago condo at The Grant, a 54-story condo tower in the South Loop. It was their desire to maintain an active…

2189 Views, 0 Comments