Chicago’s West Loop has a rich industrial history that dates all the way back to the Windy City’s early beginnings. Once filled with old manufacturing facilities and over-sized warehouse structures, times have certainly changed over in the West Loop and many of these former industrial buildings have since been converted into stylish and fashionable loft residences that home buyers in Chicago continue to seek out.

Dozens of West Loop lofts for sale saturate the West Loop real estate market, but like any downtown Chicago neighborhood, a number of West Loop loft buildings stand out above the rest. While the list of desirable West Loop lofts certainly exceeds three individual buildings, here’s a quick look at just a few of our favorites:

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500 N. Lake Shore Drive Apartments For Rent With the luxury rental boom here in downtown Chicago in full swing, chances are you’ve at some point heard of 500 N. Lake Shore Drive—a stunning 47-story, 500-unit glass box conveniently situated on the lakefront in Chicago’s very own Streeterville neighborhood.  

500 N. Lake Shore Drive apartments for rent are attractive not only for the building’s superb location and sleek glass design, but like many newly developed luxury rental buildings in the Chicago, it’s the amenities and beautiful interior finishes that truly separates this high-end building from the rest of the competition.  

Of its 395,000 square feet of rentable space, 500 N. Lake Shore Drive apartments for rent come in several different sizes: studios, convertibles, 1-bedroom units, and…

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Near North Side Condos For Sale

While parts of downtown Chicago like the Gold Coast, Streeterville, and Old Town may be more recognizable than the area’s official name, the Near North Side is one of the city’s 77 designated community areas that encompasses much of downtown’s lakefront. Along with the Gold Coast, Streeterville, and Old Town, other parts of the Near North Side include Goose Island, River North, the Magnificent Mile, Cabrini-Green, and SoNo. After the Near West Side, Chicago’s Near North Side has the second largest total area and is home to the highest density of high-rises in all of Chicago.

With so many skyscrapers filling out this affluent part of downtown, Near North Side condos for sale dominate the real estate landscape. Many of Chicago’s most distinguished…

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With Chicago’s rental market as hot as it’s ever been, and Chicago lofts remaining one of the hottest property-types in town, it only makes sense Chicago luxury lofts for rent are currently being leased at a mind-blowing rate. High-end new construction rentals at 111 W. Wacker, 500 N. Lake Shore Drive, and 73 E. Lake certainly have certainly garnered a lot of attention from both renters and those working in the Chicago real estate industry, but even despite downtown Chicago’s new wave of apartment developments, there still seems to be quite the demand for Chicago luxury lofts for rent.

Whether it’s the high ceilings, the exposed brick, the spacious open layouts, or something different altogether, Chicagoans can’t seem to get enough of the dozens of…

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If you walk around gazing at the River North real estate landscape, chances are you’ll be consumed by the overwhelming number of towering high-rise condo and apartment buildings that truly defines this part of downtown Chicago. But nestled in a small section of River North’s northwest side are some of the more stunning, and more expensive, single-family homes you’ll find in the entire city.

Although most River North single-family homes boasts elegant architecture and a timeless design, most were recently built and feature all the modern updates many of today’s luxury home buyers demand in a new place to call home. Carefully planned layouts, multiple levels of living space, and of course only the finest features and finishes within the kitchens and…

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It seems that once the calendar hits June, every weekend in Chicago is loaded with events, festivals, and fun-filled activities to keep local residents active, but it seems this weekend is a bit busier than most, with a number of festivals and fairs going on all weekend long. If you live outside of the city and plan to make your way into downtown Chicago, don’t forget major roadwork will be closing portions of the Kennedy Expressway, inevitably making traffic an absolute nightmare over the next few days. But, if you’re lucky enough to already be located here in the great city of Chicago and plan on making the most of the next 2-3 days, here’s what’s on tap in Chicago for the weekend of June 13th - 15th:

Old Town Art Fair

Celebrating its 65th year in…

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So just how active is Chicago’s Lincoln Park real estate market? As one of the north side’s hottest destinations to live, work and play, home buyers continue to flock to Lincoln Park for its broad range of neighborhood amenities, attractions, and stunning housing options suitable for a wide-range home and condo buyers in Chicago. And with home prices on the rise, now is also a great time to sell your Lincoln Park home in order to get top dollar in today’s flourishing real estate market.

Earlier, we took a look at all the new Lincoln Park real estate listings to hit the market, and as of today (6/6/2014), 26 fabulous new properties are active and ready to be seen by the growing number of buyers in the area. The most expensive new Lincoln Park real…

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Contemporaine Condos For Sale - 201 W. Grand, Chicago IL

Contemporaine condos for sale are among the most luxurious residential units in all of downtown Chicago. But with only 28 residences housed inside this stunning 11-story structure, one can imagine it’s not all that often condo buyers have the opportunity to purchase within this award-winning River North icon.
 
If you’re unfamiliar with the Contemporaine, its chic contemporary design, which consists entirely of glass, concrete and steel, is quintessential for the trendy and stylish ambiance that surrounds River North, and the modern loft-like interiors provide for the perfect blend of luxury and modern sophistication. Construction for the Contemporaine started back in 2002, but it wasn’t fully complete until 2004. In 2005, the building won an Honor Award…

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Although move-ins at 111 W. Wacker don’t start until July, the buzz surrounding the Loop’s hottest new rental building hasn’t let up since pre-leasing started back in early April. Already, over 100 units at 111 W. Wacker have rented and the market shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Like its counterpart over at 500 Lake Shore Drive, there’s a lot to love about Related’s newest luxury high-rise in downtown Chicago, and to see why, here’s a closer look at what’s being offered at the building now known as OneEleven:

111 W. Wacker Location

While the luxury rentals over at 111 W. Wacker don’t quite offer the spectacular lake views seen at 500 Lake Shore, the river and city outlooks here are equally impressive if you’re seeking a stunning…

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Chicago Memorial Day Weekend

Although we’ve long-awaited the spring and summer seasons after what many consider to be the worst winter in history, it’s still hard to believe Memorial Day Weekend is already upon us. It’s no secret everyone loves summertime in Chicago because of all the outdoor festivals and warm-weather events, but there seems to be even more buzz around town during holiday weekends in here in the Windy City, and Memorial Day Weekend 2014 is certainly no exception. If you haven’t made plans for the weekend or are still considering all your options, here’s a short list of events and things to do in Chicago this coming Memorial Day Weekend:

Navy Pier Fireworks

The summer schedule for fireworks at Navy Pier kicks off on Memorial Day weekend, so head on down to…

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