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The $100 “Reduction”: 1131 W. Grace in Lakeview

Some sellers will do anything to drum up interest in their property.
Take the $100 “reduction.” Many of you have probably seen this. It’s where the seller reduces the price by $100 simply so it shows up on the MLS with a “reduction” or a “price change.”
Lots of people want to see the properties with price […]

Crib Chatter is on Vacation This Week

I’m on vacation this week (yes- even I need a break from real estate.)
While I will be posting something new every day, it will be limited.
Crib Chatter will return to its regular format on August 25.
Thanks-
Sabrina

Crib Chatter Fixed!

The malware problem has been fixed.
Thanks to all of you who contacted me to tell me about the problem.  I appreciate it.
The feedblitz links should be “safe” now.
Have a good weekend!
Sabrina

Warning: Malware Seems to Be Attacking Crib Chatter

I’ve been informed by several diligent chatterers that when they attempt to go to Crib  Chatter from a google search- a malware program attempts to install itself onto their computers.
Apparently- links in the RSS feed are also trying to do the same.
I apologize for the attack.
Apparently- coming directly to the site through the URL is working […]

Back to the Future at 3815 N Damen in North Center

There are certain price points that appear to be struggling more than others in this market.
One of them are condos over $400,000.
This penthouse unit at 3815 N. Damen in North Center is indicative of what a lot of sellers will discover this spring: if they bought in the last two or three years they will see […]

Developers Offering “Deals” to Move Product

Did you see all the incentives developers were throwing around in this weekend’s real estate ads?
The ad for The Emerald, which is being built in the West Loop near Greektown, said:  “Limited Time- Leap Year Promo”
Now thru March 2, leap into Emerald for special offers! Plus get $1000 off closing costs and put only 5% down. […]

Chicago Spire Disagreement Turns Into a Lawsuit

Apparently, Shelbourne, the developer of the Chicago Spire, and the disgruntled next door neighbors, the River View Condominium Association, couldn’t reach an agreement on an underground easement.
Off to the courts they go!
According to Crain’s, the Condo Association filed suit in Cook County Court asking, not for money damages, but a court order nullifying the easement.  As […]

Vintage Gold Coast Building Shows the Tale of the Housing Boom

Vintage buildings with parking are always prized, especially in the Gold Coast, where parking is a premium.  It is the parking and location which make The Chandler at 1429 N. Dearborn so popular.

Built in 1890, the four story, 8 unit building usually sells quickly.  Units in the building have seen a steady rise in apprecation […]