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  • Throwing This Thursday Back to the Summer!

    Throwing This Thursday Back to the Summer!
    Matt Farrell
    Monday, February 24, 2014
    Urban Real Estate's head honchos soak in the warmth during last year's boating season. Lake Michigan never looked so good... Oh, and THE BOSSES look great! #tbt
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  • *RENT IN STYLE* HUGE 1 Bed Now Available For Rent in Ideal Loop Location!!!

    *RENT IN STYLE*  HUGE 1 Bed Now Available For Rent in Ideal Loop Location!!!
    Loop
    Monday, February 24, 2014
    A 1,036 square foot 1 bedroom / 1 and a half bathroom unit available for a March 1st move-in. Located at The Heritage for convenience and charm, a full amenity building. In-unit washer & dryer, hardwood floors, Stainless Steel appliances, granite counter tops, soak-in bath tub, lots of closets, balcony, extra storage, & 24 hour security/door staff. Parking available in building for rent.
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  • NOW Available at Ontario Place

    NOW Available at Ontario Place
    River North
    Monday, February 24, 2014
    Northwest corner, one bedroom with balcony. Floor to ceiling windows, large open floor plan. 42" cabinets with granite tops! New vanity and counter top in bathroom. Ceramic tile floor in foyer, kitchen & bathroom! Furniture available for purchase!
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  • Chicago Tribune Speaks to Matt Farrell Regarding Changes to Security Deposit Requirements

    Chicago Tribune Speaks to Matt Farrell Regarding Changes to Security Deposit Requirements
    In The News, Industry News, Matt Farrell
    Monday, February 24, 2014
    Urban Real Estate's Managing Broker and President of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, Matt Farrell, spoke with the Chicago Tribune about CAR's advisement to Chicago landlords to stop requiring security deposits . "We were starting to feel like our members were at risk. We haven't been able to change the (ordinance) yet, so we're taking steps to protect (landlords.)"
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  • Future's Bright For Maggie Daley Park

    Future's Bright For Maggie Daley Park
    In The News, New Eastside
    Monday, February 24, 2014
    Being directly across from the future Maggie Daley Park, we've witnessed a lot of the early transformation . We're very excited for the finished product!
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  • Will You Be Our Valentine?

    Will You Be Our Valentine?
    New Eastside
    Monday, February 24, 2014
    Large junior 1 bedroom with unobstructed south views from private 18ft balcony of Monroe Harbor Millennium/Grant parks & city skyline. Walk to Monroe & Columbia Yacht Clubs, Art Institute, Harris Theater, Michigan Ave shops, Childrens' Museum & Navy Pier. Full amenity building with indoor pool, health club, 24 hour security, shuttle bus. Assessment includes heat-a/c-gas-cable.
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  • Can't Stop Us!

    Can't Stop Us!
    River North
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    The market's HOT... the temperature's COLD... No better time to SURF our website to find what you're looking for!
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  • Prefer Living in the South Loop? Look No Further!

    Prefer Living in the South Loop?  Look No Further!
    South Loop
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    Beautiful wrap around end 2 Bedroom + den condo with East/West/South views from floor to ceiling windows. Large balcony, hardwood floors, designer kitchen with granite & stainless steel kitchen. Marble bath, side by side washer & dryer. Heated indoor parking(1) included in price. This is a very bright & spacious unit. Assessment includes gym, deck, and 24 hour doorman.
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  • Comfort and Convenience at The New York Private Residences

    Comfort and Convenience at The New York Private Residences
    East Lakeview
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    This roomy one-bedroom home at The New York Private Residences offers you comfort and convenience. Recently installed bamboo flooring in the living room/dining room, bedroom & kitchen. Decorative back-splash adds the finishing touch to the open kitchen. Custom Quartz-top vanity with vessel sink in the bathroom; marble tub surround. Great views from the northeast facing balcony of this high-floor unit. Deeded parking space (#219) included.
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  • Now's the Time to BUY! And Now It's a STEAL!

    Now's the Time to BUY! And Now It's a STEAL!
    Museum Campus, South Loop
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    Two bedroom & two baths with den and balcony! Building has indoor & outdoor swimming pools, recreation room, gym, sauna. East views of lake, museum from the balcony & every room faces east. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, master bath w/separate large shower & double sinks, two walk-in closets, separate office/den, window treatments included, top of line finishes. Convenient first floor parking p-116, $30,000.
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  • Director of Professional Development, Matt Silver, Does it Again!

    Director of Professional Development, Matt Silver, Does it Again!
    Gold Coast
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    Congrats to our Senior Broker (not by age) and Director of Professional Development, Matt Silver, for another successful closing for his happy buyers... Contact Matt today to find your true happiness!
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  • River North Convertible Looking for a New Owner!

    River North Convertible Looking for a New Owner!
    River North
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    One bedroom convertible, facing east with large balcony. High floor city view, beautiful night city skyline. Prime indoor deeded parking space s-701 included in price. Unit currently occupied. Please allow notice. Investor OK!
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  • Sun-drenched End Unit in Edgewater!

    Sun-drenched End Unit in Edgewater!
    Edgewater
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    SPECTACULAR EDGEWATER 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom sun-drenched refurbished end unit condo in an exquisitely-maintained vintage building. Featuring freshly refinished oak wood floors, professionally painted, generous-sized living room highlighted by a wood burning fireplace & numerous windows for a salubrious cross breeze, in-unit laundry, secure gated parking & additional storage. Steps to lakefront, Loyola, L, theater & dining.
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  • PRIME One Bedroom, High Floor in a FULL Amenity Building!

    PRIME One Bedroom, High Floor in a FULL Amenity Building!
    River North
    Wednesday, February 12, 2014
    Great large one bedroom, with balcony, south-east corner high floor. Beautiful views day and night! See the city lights! Deeded parking space #s-702 included in the price! Rarely available, unit is currently occupied so notice is needed. Location, location, location! Investor OK.
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  • Harbor Point, Jewel of the New East Side

    Harbor Point, Jewel of the New East Side
    New Eastside
    Tuesday, January 14, 2014
    Breathtaking Lake & Millennium Park views from large, split 2 bedroom/2 bathroom unit! Completely remodeled unit with hardwood floors, renovated kitchen with GE stainless steel appliances, & custom lighting! Both baths are completely redone! Washer/Dryer hook-ups. Building features valet parking, indoor pool, exercise facility, grocery market, 24-hr door staff & maintenance. Steps from Michigan Avenue, Grant Park, Lake Front.
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  • A Summer Dream... in Winter!

    A Summer Dream... in Winter!
    Bucktown
    Tuesday, January 14, 2014
    In the heart of Bucktown, a commuter’s dream. Close, but not too close, to the CTA Blue line. Washer/Dryer in unit. Granite Counter Tops, Stainless Steel appliances, hardwood floors and fireplace.
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  • Matt Farrell Speaks to Crain's Chicago on Jumbo Loans

    Matt Farrell Speaks to Crain's Chicago on Jumbo Loans
    In The News, Matt Farrell
    Tuesday, January 14, 2014
    Managing Partner Matt Farrell spoke with Crain's Chicago Business on a hot topic in Chicagoland real estate. “The reality is it's a fairness thing,” says Matt Farrell. “Why is it if I move to L.A. and I have my same income and my same credit score, I can get a loan that's worth $200,000 more?” If you own, or ever plan to own a home, over $450,000, this matters to you .
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  • Matt Farrell Speaks with FOX Chicago 32! (VIDEO)

    Matt Farrell Speaks with FOX Chicago 32! (VIDEO)
    In The News, Matt Farrell
    Tuesday, January 14, 2014
    Managing Broker and President of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Matt Farrell recently spoke to Fox Chicago 32 about Chicago rent prices and how the 3.2% nationwide increase will affect the renter in 2014.
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  • Happy New Year!

    Happy New Year!
    Wednesday, January 1, 2014
  • HousingWire Speaks with Matt Farrell About the Future Housing Market of 2014

    HousingWire Speaks with Matt Farrell About the Future Housing Market of 2014
    In The News, Matt Farrell
    Tuesday, December 31, 2013
    Managing Broker and Chicago Association of REALTORS® President Matt Farrell reflects on a year of rising home prices and cautious optimism that could benefit Chicago real estate in 2014. "We see the consumer confidence has been bolstered with decent news on the job market and economic growth, strengthening housing market overall in Chicago," Matt explains.
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