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This 1 bedroom in the Aquitania at 5000 N. Marine Drive in Uptown was listed in August 2025. Sorry, I thought I had a picture of this building but apparently I don’t.

Built in 1923, the Aquitania was converted to a co-op in 1949. It has only 82 units and is on both the Chicago and National Register of Historic Places.

It’s pet-friendly and has no weight limit on the pets. However, you are limited to two.

The building has a landscaped courtyard, 24/7 door staff, an exercise room, an on-site manager and engineers. There’s no parking with the building.

This unit has “timeless charm meets city living.”

It has all the 1920s classic character  including high ceilings, crown molding and wall moldings as well as a separate entrance foyer.

The unit has a large separate dining room.

There are windows in every room, including in the bathroom.

There are hardwood floors throughout with a checkerboard tile floor in the kitchen.

The unit has a hallway of closets and a walk-in-closet.

It has extra large windows that face the lake in the living/dining room.

The kitchen has white cabinets, a Viking stove, a stainless steel dishwasher and a white refrigerator.

The listing says it’s freshly painted but it’s being sold “as-is.”

The unit has none of the features buyers look for. It has no central air but does have installed window units. It does not have washer/dryer in the unit. There is a laundry room in the building. There’s no parking.

This building is near the Lake, the Argyle Red Line, several bus lines including 136, 146, 148, and shops and restaurants of Uptown.

Reminder: the HOAs cover property taxes.

Originally listed in August 2025 for $132,500, it went under contract in September but fell out. It has now reduced to $128,000.

The listing says to “bring your ideas.”

Additionally, if you’re financing, the co-op requires a minimum down of 20%.

Is this a deal for vintage lovers?

Lizanne Pilot at Coldwell Banker has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #7D: 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 1075 square feet, co-op

• No prior price as it’s a co-op
• Originally listed in August 2025 for $132,500
• Under contract in September 2025
• Returned to the market
• Reduced in November 2025 to $128,000
• Assessments of $2,037 a month (includes heat, water, gas, property taxes, doorman, cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, wi-fi, Internet)
• Taxes are included in the assessments
• No central air but window units
• No washer/dryer in the unit (but there is a laundry room in the building)
• No parking
• Bedroom: 18×11
• Foyer: 10×8
• Living room: 21×14
• Dining room: 17×12
• Kitchen: 15×8
• Walk-in-closet: 6×8 (?)

This 1-bedroom in 3550 N. Lake Shore Drive in East Lakeview came on the market in October 2025.

Built in 1962, 3550 N. Lake Shore Drive has two towers, the North and South Towers with 728 units. It has attached valet parking.

It’s a full amenity building with 24/7 door staff, 2 rooftop decks, a party room, a fitness center, a commissary, a secure receiving room, on-site management and on-site maintenance.

It’s also a non-smoking building and does not allow dogs.

This unit is south facing in the South Tower with panoramic views of the Lake, Belmont Harbor and the City.

It was renovated for the last sale in 2022.

There are luxury vinyl floors throughout except for the kitchen which has tile.

The “cook’s kitchen” is open to the living/dining room and has white Shaker style cabinets, with white quartz countertops, a white subway tile backsplash and has a large island with room for bar stools. It also has a Culligan osmosis system providing drinking water.

The listing says the bedroom is “huge” and can fit a king sized bed with nightstands. It also has a walk-in-closet.

The bathroom has a newer vanity, lighting, tile and mirror.

The unit has some of the features that buyers look for. It doesn’t have in-unit washer/dryer and the listing says you cannot put it in. There are two laundry rooms however.

It also doesn’t have central air but has wall unit cooling. There’s valet parking available at $160 a month with no wait list.

The unit has solar shades and blackout shades in the bedroom.

Thinking of investing? The listing says the owners must own for 18 months before renting but that there is no “rental cap.”

The listing also says the reserves are at $9 million and that there are no specials and none pending.

FHA financing is apparently not allowed.

This building is near the Lakefront Trail, Belmont Harbor and the shops and restaurants of East Lakeview. There are buses nearby.

Listed in October 2025 for $287,500, it has been reduced $12,500 to $275,000.

Is this a good starter unit for Lakeview living?

Kevin Tatum at @Properties Christie’s has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #1706: 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 850 square feet

• Sold in June 1988 for $55,000
• Sold in July 1995 for $74,000
• Sold in November 2012 for $119,000
• Sold in September 2022 for $239,500
• Originally listed at $287,500
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $275,000
• Assessments of $677 a month (includes heat, doorman, cable, exercise room, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal) – owner pays electricity and Internet
• Taxes of $3901
• No central air- but wall units
• No washer/dryer in the unit (and not allowed)- but 2 laundry rooms in the building
• Valet parking for $160 a month
• Bedroom: 15×12
• Living room: 20×13
• Dining room: 11×8
• Kitchen: 11×8
• Walk-in-closet: 6×4

This 4-bedroom in 345 W. Fullerton Parkway in East Lincoln Park came on the market in October 2025.

Built in 1972, 345 W. Fullerton Parkway has 218 units and attached valet leased parking.

The building has 24/7 door staff, an on-site engineer, a sundeck, bike room and exercise room.

This 3,350 square foot unit was 3 condos combined into one 4-bedroom unit.

It has “world-class” views of the Lake, Lincoln Park and the skyline from floor-to-ceiling windows.

The unit has polished concrete and hardwood floors.

It has European style baths with modern cabinetry and designer lighting.

The Chef’s kitchen has Leicht cabinetry, a Thermador induction cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, Dacor ovens and a breakfast bar. The kitchen is open to the living room which has a fireplace.

There is also a dining room.

The primary suite has a custom walk-in-closet and a spa-like bath with wall mounted Duravit sinks, an airjet soaking tub, and steam shower.

The unit has a family room and a den and office.

There are 4 full bathrooms but not all are en suite.

The unit has the features that buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and valet or self-parking is available.

The listing says it’s in the Lincoln Elementary school district.

This building over looks Lincoln Park and is near the Conservatory, the Zoo, and the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. It is near the shops and restaurants on Clark and Fullerton.

Listed in October 2025 for $1.575 million, it has been reduced $100,000 to $1.475 million.

Will the views sell this property?

Sophia Klopas and Meredith Manni at Jameson Sotheby’s have the listing. See the pictures, the floor plan, and virtual tour here.

Unit #1801: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3350 square feet

• Sold in May 2012 for $960,000 (not sure if this was all 3 units)
• Sold in January 2017 for $1.42 million (this included all three units, including the current finishes)
• Originally listed in October 2025 for $1.575 million
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $1.475 million
• Assessments of $3700 a month (includes heat, a/c, water, doorman, cable, exercise room, scavenger, Internet)
• Taxes of $21,001
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• 2 leased parking spaces (no lease rate listed)
• Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 14×22
• Bedroom #2: 11×16
• Bedroom #3: 13×14
• Bedroom #4: 10×15
• Kitchen: 19×18
• Family room: 22×16
• Den: 10×15
• Living/dining room combo: 24×22
• Walk-in-Closet: 7×15
• Storage: 5×7

This 2-bedroom duplex down in the old ComEd station at 1128 W. Ardmore in Edgewater came on the market in October 2025.

Built in 1920, this ComEd station was converted into 16 condos in 2006. It has outdoor parking but no other amenities.

This unit is a first floor duplex down with soaring ceilings, exposed brick, oversized windows and original industrial details.

The main level has the living room, dining room, kitchen, office nook and half bath.

There are hardwood floors.

The kitchen has dark wood cabinets, an island with no seating, a peninsula with seating for three, stainless steel appliances and a subway tile backsplash.

The staircase to the lower level has the original substation railings.

The two bedrooms are in the lower level with two full spa-like bathrooms. The bedrooms have exposed brick walls and concreate ceilings which the listing says were once designed to support massive turbines.

This unit has a private backyard garden with room for grilling and multiple seating areas.

It also has European soundproof windows and updated mechanicals.

This unit has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and one off-street parking space which is included.

This building is just 2 blocks to the beach and near the Andersonville and Edgewater shops and restaurants. It’s also near several bus lines and red line stops.

Listed in October 2025 for $600,000, it remains at that price.

Will the sellers get their price?

Jennifer Romolo at @properties Christie’s has the listing. See the pictures, 3D Tour and video here.

Unit #1: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1800 square feet, duplex down

• Sold in February 2007 for $380,000
• Sold in November 2020 for $473,000
• Originally listed in October 2025 for $600,000
• Still listed at $600,000
• Assessments of $395 a month (includes exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $8733
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Outdoor parking space is included
• Bedroom #1: 14×12 (lower level)
• Bedroom #2: 12×10 (lower level)
• Living room: 17×14 (main level)
• Dining room: 19×8 (main level)
• Kitchen: 13×9 (main level)
• Outdoor patio/garden (main level)

This 2-bedroom in 336 W. Wellington in East Lakeview came on the market in August 2025.

Built in 1965, it has 120 units and leased garage parking.

It has 24-hour door staff and on-site manager/engineer, a party room, solarium, bike room, full-size storage lockers and a rooftop deck.

The listing says this unit is an “exquisite luxurious retreat.”

It says it is sun drenched and has lake views facing north and east.

The unit has been updated. It has new engineered hardwood floors, trim and custom crown moldings.

There is an ambient electric fireplace in the living room.

The new kitchen is open to the living/dining room and has white 42″ Shaker cabinets, including floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinets, a peninsula with waterfall edge and seating for two, quartz counter tops, a Newport Brass kitchen faucet, and white Cafe Appliances.

There is one bathroom and it has all new tiles and a high-end vanity by Robern.

The listing says the second bedroom could be an office.

This unit has some of the features buyers look for. Apparently there is leased parking available on-site. It doesn’t have central air, however. But it does have wall unit heating and cooling which was common in the 1960s and early 1970s.

There is no washer/dryer in the unit but the building has a laundry room.

The listing says 336 W. Wellington is a non-smoking building.

It is near the lakefront, bus routes and the shops and restaurants on Broadway and Clark in East Lakeview.

Listed in August 2025 for $349,900, it has been reduced $10,000 to $339,900.

With inventory still low, why isn’t this selling?

Liliana Lohan at Lohan Realty has the listing. See the pictures and 3D tour here.

Unit #1002: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, no square footage listed

• Sold in June 1989 for $76,000
• Sold in September 1999 for $95,000
• Sold in December 2012 for $140,000
• Sold in March 2025 for $181,000
• Originally listed in August 2025 for $349,900
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $339,900
• Assessments of $953 a month (includes heat, doorman, cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $3587
• No central air but wall units
• No washer/dryer in the unit (laundry room in the building)
• No parking included but it’s leased in the building
• Ambient electric fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 16×12
• Bedroom #2: 10×9
• Living room: 13×11
• Dining room: 13×9
• Kitchen: 9×12

This 3-bedroom at 3015 N. Southport in the Southport Corridor of Lakeview came on the market in September 2025.

Built in 2025, this is a new construction boutique building with 7 units. There are two per floor except for the penthouse, which is a full floor.

It’s an elevator building with attached parking.

The unit is a front-facing home overlooking Southport.

It has natural wood finishes with white and gold.

The kitchen has white cabinets, an island with waterfall edge and Thermador appliances including paneled refrigerator and a 36″ range.

The living room has a fireplace.

The primary suite has a large walk-in-closet and is en suite with a bathroom with an oversized steam shower.

The unit also has a powder room, in addition to two full bathrooms.

It has a balcony with ceramic patio tiles, water and gas measuring 19×8.

The unit has the finishes that buyers would expect out of new construction including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and attached heated garage.

The listing says the building is in the Burley school district.

Delivery at the end of 2025.

This building is near the restaurants and shops at the Southport/Wellington/Lincoln intersection as well as those up and down Lincoln. The Brown line stop at Wellington is the closest subway stop. The Belmont and Ashland buses are nearby as is the Lakeview Whole Foods.

Listed at $949,000, this unit was under contract once already. The listing also says 70% of the building is already sold.

Will you pay a million dollars for a new construction condo in Lakeview in 2025?

Karen Biazar and Staci Slattery at North Clybourn Group have the listing. See the pictures here.

Unit #3W: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, no square footage listed

• New construction in 2025
• Listed in September 2025 for $949,000
• Currently still listed at $949,000
• Taxes are “new”
• Assessments of $293 a month
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Central Air
• Attached garage parking included
• Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 16×13
• Bedroom #2: 10×13
• Bedroom #3: 10×13
• Living/dining room: 18×21
• Kitchen: 15×9
• Deck: 19×8

This 3-bedroom vintage single family home at 639 W. Schubert in Lincoln Park came on the market in October 2025.

Built in 1879, it’s on an extra wide 33×49 lot but is not on an alley so it has no garage or parking.

The listing says it is zoned RT4, which is for 2-flats, townhouses, apartments or single family homes.

The listing says the seller is a long-time owner which used it as an art studio and gallery.

It has many of its vintage features including decorative moldings, ornate millwork, wooden shutters, ceiling medallions and a decorative fireplace.

It appears much of the wood work has been painted.

It has a separate dining room and a den on the second floor.

The listing says the kitchen does not have any appliances but does have a large vintage cast iron sink.

The house has an unfinished basement which a Redfin agent, Omar Mohiudin, said in the agent’s note: “Charming Victorian home with great potential, though it requires significant renovations. Digging out basement and creating an income generating unit is possible.”

Two bedrooms are on the second floor and a third is on the main floor.

This house is in the Alcott and Lincoln Park High School school districts. It is also near all the shops and restaurants on Clark and Diversey, including the Trader Joe’s.

The listing says to bring your vision and your contractor. It is an estate sale and is being sold “as-is.”

The listing also says:

SELLER IS DIRECTING US TO SHOW BY APPOINTMENT THROUGH TUESDAY 10/28. OFFERS DUE 10/28 @ 5PM.

Will this home be torn down or will someone actually attempt to restore it?

Camille Canales at Compass has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

639 W. Schubert: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1417 square feet, single family home

• Sold in August 1993 for $80,000
• Currently listed at $535,000 with offers due by 5PM on 10/28
• Taxes of $14,851 (senior freeze)
• Electric heat
• Decorative fireplace
• No parking
• No central air
• Built on 33×49 irregular size lot
• Bedroom #1: 14×14 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 12×12 (second floor)
• Bedroom #3: 8×22 (main floor)
• Living room: 12×15 (main floor)
• Dining room: 13×13 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 13×18 (main floor)
• Den: 17×14 (second floor)
• Unfinished basement

This 2-bedroom in 1414 N. Wells in Old Town came on the market in October 2025.

Built in 1995, 1414 N. Wells has 52 units and attached heated garage parking. It’s a boutique elevator building with no doorstaff but it does have a bike room and extra storage.

It appears from realtor notes that this 2-bedroom used to be a 3-bedroom until walls were removed in 2014.

The unit has a open concept living/dining rooms and kitchen with diagonal hardwood floors.

There’s a fireplace and a balcony in the living room, which overlooks Wells Street.

The kitchen has white cabinets, quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, stone backsplash and a breakfast bar with seating for 5.

There is a primary suite with 2 custom organized walk-in-closets and an en suite bath with a marble, spa-like style with both dual vanities and an oversized shower.

There’s also a private balcony off the primary bedroom. These balconies can house a small table and chairs and a grill.

The guest bedroom also accommodates a queen bed.

This unit has the features buyers look for including central air, side-by-side washer/dryer in the unit in a large laundry room, and private heated garage space is included.

The two balconies overlook the hustle and bustle of Wells Street and the building is in the heart of the shops and restaurants on Wells, the Gold Coast, and Lincoln Park.

Listed at $839,000, that’s $101,000 above the 2023 sales price of $738,000.

Will they get the premium just two years later?

Mark Jak at @properties Christie’s has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Or check it out at the Open House on Sunday, Oct 26, 2025, from 11 AM to 1 PM.

Unit #405: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1765 square feet

• Sold in June 1995 for $259,500
• Sold in October 1997 for $288,500
• Sold in September 1999 for $348,000
• Sold in December 2011 for $578,500
• Sold in October 2018 for $750,000
• Sold in March 2023 for $738,000
• Listed in October 2025 for $839,000
• Assessments of $872 a month (includes exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, bike room, storage)
• Taxes of $15,571
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• One heated garage parking space included
• Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 18×12
• Bedroom #2: 14×10
• Living room: 22×15
• Kitchen: 15×9
• Dining room: 18×11
• Foyer: 9×6
• Walk-in-closet: 7×5
• Walk-in-closet: 7×5
• Laundry room: 10×9
• Balcony: 10×5
• Balcony: 10×5

This 3-bedroom duplex down at 1329 N. Dearborn in the Gold Coast came on the market in October 2025.

It doesn’t list when it was built but we can guess probably 1880-1900. It has 4 units and outdoor parking behind the building.

This is a first floor duplex down.

The listing says the home, at 3,000 square feet, is “larger than some single family homes.”

Unfortunately, most of its vintage features have been stripped out. It does have two fireplaces, however, one in the living room and one in the lower level family room.

The living room and dining room are in open concept and lead into the kitchen with wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island with seating for 2.

There is a unique “atrium” which brings in natural light into the hallway.

The first floor has the primary bedroom and the second bedroom.

The primary suite has an en suite bathroom and a walk-in-closet.

There is a second bathroom and a laundry room on the main floor as well.

The lower level, which is connected via a spiral staircase, has a large carpeted family room with a wet bar and mini-refrigerator, along with a brick fireplace and surround.

The third bedroom is in the lower level along with a full bathroom and an extra office space.

This unit has the features that buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and it has 2 outdoor tandem parking spaces.

1329 N. Dearborn is near the shops and restaurants on Rush and Division, the Mag Mile and Old Town. There are two farmers markets nearby and multiple bus lines.

This property hasn’t changed hands in 25 years.

Listed at $995,000, when most 3-bedroom duplex downs in Lincoln Park or Lakeview are priced over $1 million now, is this unit a deal?

Grigory Pekarsky at Vesta Preferred has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #1: 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3000 square feet, duplex down

• Sold in March 1987 for $365,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in August 1992 for $422,000
• Sold in October 2000 for $780,000
• Currently listed at $995,000
• Assessments of $250 a month (includes exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger)
• Taxes of $7703
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• 2 car outdoor tandem parking included
• 2 fireplaces
• Bedroom #1: 14×14 (main level)
• Bedroom #2: 11×11 (main level)
• Bedroom #3: 14×10 (lower level)
• Living room: 23×23 (main level)
• Dining room: 15×14 (main level)
• Kitchen: 14×14 (main level)
• Sitting room: 13×10 (main level)
• Foyer: 10×10 (main level)
• Family room: 23×30 (lower level)
• Office: (lower level)

This 2-bedroom in a vintage walk-up at 523 W. Belmont in East Lakeview came on the market in October 2025.

Built in 1904, 523 W. Belmont has 6 units. There is no parking with the building.

It has a common courtyard with shared tables, a grill and a pond.

The listing calls this unit a “vintage treasure” with “classic charm.”

It has some of its vintage features including crown molding in the living room, 2 wood burning fireplaces, wood paneling and built-in cabinetry in the dining room.

There’s a bay window in the living room which flows into a den which could be closed off to become a third bedroom. It has a window.

The first of the wood burning fireplaces is in the living room.

There’s an entry foyer.

The kitchen is open to the dining room, which has wood paneling, the second wood burning fireplace and wood cabinetry.

The kitchen has white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula which looks like you could have stools.

There’s a door in the kitchen which leads to a private deck overlooking the courtyard.

The listing says both bathrooms have been “tastefully updated.”

It has some of the features buyers look for including washer/dryer in the unit. It doesn’t have central air, but it has window units. There’s no parking.

This building is near the shops and restaurants on Broadway and Belmont and several bus lines. You can walk to Wrigley Field without being so close as to be annoyed by the people and noise.

Listed at $484,900, that’s $144,900 above the 2020 purchase price of $340,000.

Are we at a new price point for 2-bedroom condos in Lakeview?

Alex Tzallas at Re/Max 10 Lincoln Park has the listing. See the pictures here.

Unit #2E: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1400 square feet

• Sold in May 1997 for $166,500
• Sold in December 2002 for $285,000
• Sold in March 2016 for $325,000
• Sold in August 2020 for $340,000
• Currently listed at $484,900
• Assessments of $662 a month (includes heat, exterior maintenance, scavenger)
• Taxes of $7748
• No central air but window units
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• No parking
• 2 wood burning fireplaces
• Bedroom #1: 12×12
• Bedroom #2: 12×12
• Den: 10×10
• Kitchen: 17×11
• Living room: 20×12
• Foyer: 12×6
• Dining room: 17×13
• Laundry room: 5×7
• Deck: 11×7