Newly-built homes have increased in price nearly a third since 2004, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. In the ten-year period, the median price of a new home rose from $212,700 to $277,200. That increase, of about 30 percent, beats out both the rate of inflation and wage growth...
The skyline is Streeterville has some change coming. Northwestern University has unveiled the latest renderings from its architects Perkins + Will for a new medical research tower on the site of the old Prentice Women's Hospital. Ald. Brendan Reilly's office sent an email to constituents alerting them to a public meeting Sept. 30 at 5 p.m. at the Hughes Auditorium of the Robert H. Lurie Medical Research Building, 303 E. Superior St...
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This Custom Designed Luxury Home has it all! Every Finish & Appliance is Top-of-the line! Complete with Control 4 Smart Home, Full House Audio System, 500-bottle Wine Cellar, Remote Controlled Window Treatments. 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 2 Half-baths, Family Rm & Media Rm with Wet Bars, 400 sq ft Patio, 3rd Floor Balcony, and 2-car Garage w/Heated Driveway. On quiet street 2 blocks from Wells St. in Old Town.
Logan Square has some of the finest residential offerings in the city of Chicago (when they're for sale) and one of its greatest public spaces, in the northernmost part of the "Emerald Necklace" of parks and boulevards that encircles the city. Next weekend, the local neighborhood group will be hosting a tour of some of the great residential architecture along Palmer Square and Humboldt Boulevard...
It was another busy week in real estate news last week. Today we present our Monday Real Estate Round-Up on Tuesday due to the Labor Day Holiday. Need decorating ideas? Apartment Therapy profiles the home of Robyn and Drew who live in 1250 square feet in Logan Square. Their light-filled apartment is filled with vintage finds from Craigslist and vintage stores. See the images and more here . The Lakeshore Athletic Club at 411 N. Wabash was demolished last week...
Residents of Lake View say hello to Mariano's and XSport. The neighborhood is in line for a new grocery and gym after approval by the city last week. The largest Mariano's ever to be built in the city is set for construction on a site at 3030 N. Broadway. The complex will encompass a 125,000 square foot space, with 71,000 for the grocer with another 40,000 for the gym. The ground-breaking is set for February of 2015, according to 44th Ward Alderman Tom Tunney...
Gorgeous northwest corner 2 bed/2 bath with magnificent views of the parks, Lake Michigan and the City . Contemporary designer kitchen with Bosch and Miele appliances and granite counter tops. Washer and dryer in the unit. Garage space for $40K. Great building in the hot New Eastside. Motivated seller.
This Custom Designed Luxury Home has it all! Every Finish & Appliance is Top-of-the line! Complete with Control 4 Smart Home, Full House Audio System, 500-bottle Wine Cellar, Remote Controlled Window Treatments . 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 2 Half-baths, Family Rm & Media Rm with Wet Bars, 400 sq ft Patio, 3rd Floor Balcony, and 2-car Garage w/Heated Driveway. On quiet street 2 blocks from Wells St. in Old Town.
Urban Real Estate's managing broker and Chicago Association of REALTORS® president, Matt Farrell, recently spoke with Crain's Chicago Business regarding Chicago-area home sales decline through the month of July. Although home sales appear to be down, average days on the market have decreased 16% in comparison to the same time table in 2013. The market has also seen a steady increase in price throughout Chicagoland...
Yesterday we reported on the Urban Real Estate blog that the downtown apartment boom shows no signs of abating after a five-year streak. Today, more apartment news as developers tackle a reverse condominium conversion in Lincoln Park. Crain's is reporting today that the Laramar Group, LLC paid $7 million to 23 owners of a condo building near DePaul and is planning to convert the building to rental apartments. The 19th century building, at 2221 N...
Last week was busy for real estate news and the streak continues today with our Monday round-up of headlines and more. According to Crain's, apartment dwellers renting downtown continue to show their preferences for mobility by renting. The reporter interviewed a couple expecting their first child later this year but still wanting to remain in their luxury downtown rental. What keeps them there? Convenience and flexibility. Read more here ...
Spectacular unobstructed city & Chicago River views from pristine corner unit at architecturally significant Erie on the Park. Watch the sunset from the balcony. Open kitchen w/Bulthaup cabinets, Stainless Steel appliances, granite countertops, backsplash. Floor-to-ceiling windows, custom closets, storage galore! Murphy bed in 2nd bedroom. Digital thermostats, new hardwood floors, sunshades. In-unit washer/dryer, adjacent to Erie Park/water taxi. Parking included.
Built shortly after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 made the many Chicagoans homeless, The New York Times recently profiled what may be the smallest residence in Old Town/Lincoln Park - a 780-square-foot wood frame cottage on Menomonee St. The house, originally one of hundreds built from a kit provided by the private Chicago Relief and Aid Society, somehow survived for more 130 years, though with renovations...
Convertible One Bedroom Condominium! Live and Work in the City. *Walk to Work* Take advantage of Home Ownership or Whether you're looking for a Great In-Town. Update with Balcony, Too. Plenty of Closets for Storage.
This Custom Designed Luxury Home has it all! Every Finish & Appliance is Top-of-the line! Complete with Control 4 Smart Home, Full House Audio System, 500-bottle Wine Cellar, Remote Controlled Window Treatments. 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 2 Half-baths, Family Rm & Media Rm with Wet Bars, 400 sq ft Patio, 3rd Floor Balcony, and 2-car Garage w/Heated Driveway. On quiet street 2 blocks from Wells St. in Old Town.
Furnished, upgraded top floor penthouse 1 bedroom, south/east corner unit with east facing balcony! Great for in town, executive lease or your home! 9' Ceilings! Corner windows expose the beautiful views both day & night! Open kitchen, granite and upgraded bath. Plenty of closets, too! Indoor pool and gym with deck and Bar-B-Cue area included in the rent, as well as heat & air. Prime parking spot available for $250.
Super hip Bucktown studio condo with Stainless Steel Appliances, concrete stamped floors, new granite counter tops, and exposed bricks. Forced Air & Heat. Could easily add A/C. Walk outside to Holstein Park. Close to the CTA Blue Line, shopping and restaurants. This is not your cookie cutter condo.
