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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Silver Tower Condos For Sale, Chicago IL

Despite River North’s Silver Tower housing 229 fabulous condominium residences, it’s actually not all that often a one-bedroom unit hits the market here. Originally built back in 2009, Silver Tower is one of the more stunning high-rise condo developments you'll find not just in River North, but in all of downtown Chicago.

Inside, units typically feature fabulous kitchens that include stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and lavish bathrooms that boasts marble surrounds and contemporary vanities.

If you love a chic modern-contemporary feel in a living space, there’s no doubt you’ll absolutely fall in love with condos for sale at Silver Tower, and when you factor in all of the common in-building amenities like 24 hour door staff, a…

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Downtown Chicago Real Estate Market Update

Every now and then we like to provide our readers with a brief snapshot of how the Chicago real estate market is faring, and as we inch closer to the busy spring market, here’s a quick look at how prices, interest rates, and the outlook for buyers and sellers is around the city of Chicago:

Chicago Real Estate Prices:


According to recent stats, prices on closed properties for all MLS listings is up 5.13% from $226,562 year-to-date in 2014 to $238,138 in 2015. And although it’s still early, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has the highest year-to-date sales price of all the major firms  at $466,997.

Interest Rates Are Still Low:

Many feel that interest rates are bound to rise sometime in 2015, but currently,  the rate on a 30 year fixed rate mortgage in…

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It seems like there’s an abundance of TV commercials and adverts out there for visiting various cities and towns all over the country nowadays. From the Pure Michigan ad-campaign to one I even saw for Bloomington, Indiana the other day, it would appear the tourism industry all over the United States is alive and well, and Chicago looks to be upping their game when it comes to luring such travelers to our great city.

Earlier today, Choose Chicago unveiled their new “Chicago Epic” campaign, which highlights a number of different experiences and attractions that are available to both those who live here and those who visit. For those of us who call Chicago home, I think we can all agree there’s lots to see and do here, from checking out any number of…

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Chicago Loop Condos For SaleMost high-rise condo buyers love the idea of living on the top floor of a building, and if you’re specifically looking in Chicago’s Loop, finding a reasonably priced unit on the penthouse level can certainly be a challenge.
Because of the Loop’s general landscape and high-density of skyscrapers, living as high up as possible can often feel a little less claustrophobic, not to mention provide some pretty unique viewpoints and sight lines of this beautiful city we’re lucky enough to call home. The only problem with this penthouse ideology is actually finding a great top-floor condo at a price you can afford.   

But believe it or not, great deals on upper floor condos in Chicago are quite a bit more common than one might think, and there’s no better example…

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Streeterville Condos For SaleDozens of high-rise condos are available in Chicago’s Gold Coast, but like those who are interested in single-family homes, condo buyers tend to look for individuality in both the condo they’re considering, as well as the building as a whole.

Some Chicago condo buyers prefer a large, full amenity buildings that feature everything from upgraded kitchens and bathrooms to indoor pools and fitness centers, while others look for all the typical features and conveniences of a high-rise condo building, only on a bit smaller of a scale.

Well, if you’re someone who might be interested in the latter of the two, 160 E. Illinois #1308 might just be a unit that checks off every individual box on your wish list. A clean, updated, and comfortable condo that features…

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Best Selling Chicago Neighborhoods in 2014

Now that 2014 is behind us and 2015 is well under way, it’s time to look back at which Chicago neighborhoods were the top-selling last year. Earlier today, Chicago Agent Magazine highlighted some of the numbers documented on Redfin’s Market Tracker, and the results are about what you would expect.

Chicago’s Near North Side saw the highest number of total sales in 2014, 184 to be exact, while West Town and Lincoln Park were the next highest-selling areas and saw 113 and 109 total sales respectively.

As mentioned in the Chicago Agent Magazine piece, sales in West Town were up over 36 percent, while River North saw a 33.3 percent increase from 2013, and Lincoln Park a nearly a 20 percent increase.. For other 2014 real estate stats in Chicago, have a closer…

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