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This 2-bedroom at 2149 N. Seminary in Lincoln Park came on the market in May 2025.

2149 N. Seminary is a group of buildings that has 18 vintage units. It has a shared fenced-in backyard which the listing calls a “garden oasis.”

The living room has west facing windows with a built-in alcove and fireplace.

The kitchen has an “updated” Studio41 kitchen with full-height white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances.

The primary bedroom is big enough to have a king bed. It has 2 closets with one being a walk-in-closet.

The second bedroom is off the kitchen and has the washer/dryer.

The bathroom has been “updated” with a deep soaking tube and Kohler appliances.

Recent updates includes:

• Kitchen (2018)
• Windows (2020)
• Bathroom (2020)
• Washer/dryer (2022)

This unit has washer/dryer in the unit, but no central air. It has window units.

There is also no parking with this building.

This unit is in central Lincoln Park. From the listing:

“You’re just steps away from some of Chicago’s best dining and shopping, including Armitage Ale House, Summer House Santa Monica, Butcher and the Burger, Old Pueblo Cantina, Floriole, Sweet Mandy B’s, Marine Layer, Alice and Wonder, Clare V., Aesop, Catbird, Faherty, and Buck Mason.”

Listed at $515,000, that’s $170,000 more than the 2018 purchase price of $345,000.

Is $500,000+ the new price point for 2/1s in Lincoln Park?

Darren Allen at Real Broker LLC has the listing. See the pictures here. Sorry, no floor plan.

Or see it in person at the Open House on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 11 AM to 2 PM.

Unit #A: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, no square feet listed

• Sold in October 1984 for $90,000
• Sold in January 1986 for $98,000
• Sold in April 1987 for $118,000
• Sold in September 1988 for $139,500
• Sold in April 1995 for $151,000
• Sold in April 2018 for $345,000
• Currently listed at $515,000
• Assessments of $370 a month (includes heat, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $7065
• No central air, but window units
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• No parking
• Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 16×12
• Bedroom #2: 14×10
• Living room: 13×12
• Dining room: 7×7
• Kitchen: 12×9
• Deck: 21×10

This 2-bedroom in 1250 N. Dearborn Parkway in the Gold Coast came on the market in April 2025. I thought I had a picture of this building, but apparently I don’t.

1250 N. Dearborn Parkway was built in 1989. It has 100 units and attached valet rental garage parking.

It has 24/7 door staff, an exercise room and a renovated rooftop landscaped terrace with views of the skyline. It has grills, a pergola, tables and lounge chairs.

The listing says this unit has been “completely renovated” and is “transformed to perfection.”

On the 16th floor, it has east facing views from its 15×6 balcony.

The unit has dark hardwood floors throughout and custom crown molding.

It has 2 full size baths, one with a walk-in-shower and the other with a bath.

The kitchen has white cabinets, stone counter tops, a white farmhouse sink, a white tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances.

There’s a separate dining room.

It has a split floor plan.

The primary suite appears to have an en suite bathroom.

The unit has central air, washer/dryer in the unit (the listing says it’s a “rarity” in the building), and garage parking is available. I saw one listing that said it was $325 a month.

Cats and dogs are allowed.

This building is near the shops and restaurants of the Gold Coast including the 3 Arts Cafe at RH, the 3rd Coast Cafe, and Mario’s Table and the Jewel grocery store on Division.

Buses and the subway are a few blocks away.

Listed at $550,000, it last sold in 2021, unrenovated, for $360,000.

Additionally, many of the listings now say “washer/dryer can be added to the unit.” The building never allowed in-unit washers previously.

A larger 2/2 on the 17th floor with corner exposures, Unit #17C, is under contract at $569,900. It also has the washer/dryer in the unit.

See the pictures here.

Is the washer/dryer a gamechanger for the building?

Matthew Druker and Caroline Druker at Baird & Warner have the listing. See the pictures here (sorry, no floor plan).

Unit #16B: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1250 square feet

• Sold in November 1993 for $218,000
• Sold in March 2021 for $360,000
• Originally listed in April 2025 for $550,000
• Currently still listed for $550,000
• Assessments of $1367 a month (includes heat, a/c, doorman, cable, exercise room, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, Internet)
• Taxes of $7027
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Garage parking available for rent for $325 a month
• Bedroom #1: 13×19
• Bedroom #2: 13×13
• Living room: 16×20
• Dining room: 11×9
• Kitchen: 8×8
• Balcony: 15×6

This 3-bedroom in 1814 N. Lincoln Park West in the Old Town neighborhood of Lincoln Park came on the market in May 2025.

Built in 1890, the building has 4 units. It has parking spaces behind the building and extra storage.

This building is larger than it looks from the street, as this unit, on the third floor, has 1800 square feet.

It has some of its vintage features including high ceilings, a fireplace, what looks like pocket doors, and crown molding. All of the woodwork has been painted white.

There is a formal entry foyer with a black and white checkered floor.

The listing says this unit was originally a 3-bedroom but is currently configured as a 2-bedroom.

The primary suite has crown molding, a walk-in-closet and a work-from-home nook.

There is no en suite bathroom, however. You have to walk across the hall for the bathroom with a marble vanity and walk-in-shower.

The second bedroom is en suite.

The kitchen has wood beams, high end appliances, white and blue cabinets, a tile floor and designer lighting. It has an island but there is no seating at it.

The unit has a separate dining room.

It also has a massive deck off the kitchen, measuring 36×125.

This unit has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and one car parking.

The listing says this building is on one of the “most treasured and picturesque streets” in Lincoln Park.

It is near Lincoln Park, the Zoo, and the shops and restaurants of Old Town and East Lincoln Park. It’s also near several bus lines.

Listed at $923,186, that is $138,186 above the 2021 sales price of $785,000.

When we last chattered about this building in 2022, some of you mentioned this unit, which had been on the market the year prior.

You can see our chatter about the pros and cons of this building here.

Will this unit get the premium over the hot pandemic sale in 2021?

Kate Gaffey and Cody Feder at Fulton Grace Realty have the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #3: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1800 square feet

• Sold in September 2004 for $553,000
• Sold in July 2015 for $685,500
• Sold in August 2018 for $759,000
• Sold in July 2021 for $785,000
• Currently listed at $923,186
• Assessments of $350 a month (looks like they were $350 a month in 2021 as well)
• Taxes of $18,989
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Parking space included
• Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 20×13
• Bedroom #2: 10×9
• Bedroom #3: 9×9
• Walk-in-closet: 7×10
• Foyer: 10×7
• Living room: 21×13
• Kitchen: 15×12
• Dining room: 15×17
• Deck: 36×125

This 3-bedroom loft in Park 1500 Lofts at 1500 W. Monroe in the West Loop came on the market in May 2025 and went under contract in one day.

I’m not sure when the Park 1500 Lofts was built, but it was converted into 175 loft condos in 2002.

It has an attached garage and door staff.

This building is an authentic loft building with exposed brick walls, exposed duct work, and timber ceilings with industrial windows.

There are no pictures with this duplex unit but there’s this description:

Property is condemned and deemed uninhabitable for the foreseeable future. Extensive water damage from frozen pipe bursts that has caused significant interior damage. The building also has severe structural damage, including a compromised foundation and structure. Entry and access to the entire stack of condominium units is restricted by city of chicago department of buildings. A special assessment is currently active on the HOA dues, and another special assessment is potentially imminent. Property is being sold as-is, with no warranties, repairs, or occupancy permitted. Not suitable for rehab without interior reconstruction or demolition. GC and sub-contractors must be licensed, insured and approved by the association. Buyer to assume all responsibility for inspections, code compliance, and HOA obligations. May require Union contractors.

There’s a one bedroom also currently on the market in the building but that listing says nothing about what is going on with the building.

See that listing here.

This unit last sold in 2018 for $632,500. It came on the market this week at $399,000.

Are you willing to buy in a building with a special assessment and no occupancy?

Jack Michalkiewicz at Redfin has the listing. See the listing here (sorry, no pictures or floor plan.)

Unit #727: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2200 square feet, duplex, loft

• Sold in March 2005 for $445,000
• Sold in June 2018 for $632,500
• Had been listed in 2024
• Listed in May 2025 “as-is” for $399,000 
• Under contract in one day
• Assessments of $991 a month (includes door staff, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $14,773
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• One garage space appears to be included
• Bedroom #1: 18×13 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 12×12 (second floor)
• Bedroom #3: 14×12 (second floor)
• Living/dining room: 32×17 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 13×10 (main floor)
• Foyer: 15×8 (main floor)
• Laundry: 10×7 (main floor)
• Loft space: 3×2 (third floor)
• Balcony: 10×4

This 3-bedroom townhouse at 345 W. Barry in East Lakeview came on the market in May 2025.

Built in 1977, 345 W. Barry has 8 units and 8 single car garages behind the complex.

There is an HOA which covers water, insurance and scavenger.

The listing says this townhouse is “rarely available” and that it has been completely renovated.

But it last sold in 2022 and it was also “completely renovated” in 2022.

This is a front-facing unit which you enter through a patio (on the left in the picture above).

The living room, dining room, kitchen and a powder room are on the main floor and has heated floors.

There’s also a fireplace and a wall of windows in the living/dining room.

The kitchen is a galley style kitchen with white modern cabinets, 2 Subzero refrigerators, a Wolf double oven and a Miele dishwasher.

There’s a large enclosed patio off the dining room that has a television mounted on the wall and space for couch seating.

The second level has two bedrooms, a full bath and the laundry room.

The listing says both bedrooms can fit a king bed.

The primary suite takes up the third floor and has a custom walk-in-closet, a remodeled spa-like bath with floating vanity, walk-in-shower and soaking tub, skylights, and it’s own private roof deck overlooking the street.

The townhouse has features buyers look for including central air and one car garage parking.

The listing says the townhouse is in the Nettlehorst school district. It is near the shops and restaurants on Broadway, Belmont Harbor and the lakefront bike path as well as several bus routes.

Listed in May 2025 at $875,000, that’s $100,000 above the 2022 sales price of $775,000.

With the East Lakeview location, and the garage parking, will this get the premium?

Joshua Wiedow at Baird & Warner has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #8: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1800 square feet, townhouse

• Sold in May 2004 for $450,000
• Sold in May 2006 for $585,000
• Sold in November 2010 for $595,000
• Sold in September 2022 for $775,000
• Currently listed at $875,000
• Assessments of $233 a month (includes water, insurance, scavenger)
• Taxes of $11,557
• Central Air
• 1 car parking (assuming its in one of the 8 garages behind the complex)
• Skylights
• Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 21×17 (third floor)
• Bedroom #2: 16×14 (second floor)
• Bedroom #3: 13×12 (second floor)
• Living room: 17×13 (main floor)
• Dining room: 13×13 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 13×12 (main floor)
• Balcony: 13×7 (third floor)
• Enclosed terrace (no square footage provided) (first floor)

This 6-bedroom vintage row home at 2113 N. Clark in Lincoln Park came on the market in April 2025 but it has been on, and off, the market since 2023.

It is not the corner row house but is the second unit from the alley with the taupe-ish color door.

Built in 1891, this row home is on a small lot but does have two exterior parking spaces behind the row house.

The row house has been “thoughtfully redesigned.”

The listing says every element has been expertly upgraded from the foundation to the roof.

It has a brand new roof, new mechanicals, new plumbing and enhanced smart home technology.

This row house doesn’t have any of its original vintage features but the listing says it is a “meticulously crafted masterpiece.”

The first floor is the living room, dining room and kitchen.

There’s no fireplace.

The kitchen has white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a blue tile backsplash.

The second floor is devoted to the primary suite which has an en suite bathroom and walk-in closet. Additionally, there is a “bedroom” on this floor but it appears there is no closet on the floor plan and it’s staged as an office.

There is a deck which is accessed on the second floor from the bedroom/office space which has an outdoor kitchen.

There are three bedrooms on the third floor along with a full bath.

The other two bedrooms are in the lower level which also has a full bathroom and a full kitchenette.

This house has central air.

The listing says this row house is just 2 blocks from North Avenue Beach, and is near Lincoln Park and the shops and restaurants of East Lincoln Park. It’s also on the 22 and 36 bus lines.

Listed originally in June 2023 for $1,799,000, it has been on and off the market since then. It came back on the market in April 2025, reduced, at $1,499,994.

Buyers love “new.”

They also love East Lincoln Park properties with parking.

Why isn’t this row house selling?

Matt Laricy at Americorp has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

2113 N. Clark: 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3500 square feet, row house

• Sold in August 1993 for $270,000
• Sold in September 1994 for $280,000
• Sold in February 2018 for $900,000
• Originally listed in June 2023 for $1,799,000
• Reduced
• Withdrawn and Re-listed
• Was also listed for rent in August 2023 at $13,900
• Rent cut in November 2023 to $8,800
• Relisted as a rental in October 2024 at $9,000 a month
• Relisted for sale in April 2025 for $1,499,994
• Taxes of $22,384
• Central Air
• 2-car exterior parking included
• Skylight
• Bedroom #1: 14×14 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 11×11 (third floor)
• Bedroom #3: 10×13 (third floor)
• Bedroom #4: 7×12 (third floor)
• Bedroom #5: 12×13 (lower level)
• Bedroom #6: 10×14 (lower level)
• Living room: 18×14 (main floor)
• Dining room: 14×13 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 11×13 (main floor)
• Kitchenette: 11×13 (lower level)
• Balcony: 10×10 (second floor)

This 3-bedroom in 2626 N. Lakeview in Lincoln Park came on the market in May 2025.

Built in 1968, 2626 N. Lakeview has 492 units and attached garage parking.

It’s a full amenity building with 24/7 door staff, fitness center, pool, party room, storage, sundeck.

This is a view unit which is an “endless panoramic masterpiece of a shimmering Lake Michigan coalesced with the enchanting Chicago skyline.”

You can see the Navy Pier fireworks out the window.

The unit has “upgraded windows.”

There are herringbone hardwood floors and granite floors.

It has custom contemporary light fixtures, fresh paint, and high end crown moldings.

The chef’s kitchen has “chic” cabinetry, waterfall countertops and premium stainless steel appliances and range hood.

The primary suite has a walk-in-closet and an en suite bathroom with a frameless glass shower and a “cozy” fireplace.

The third bedroom could convert into a home office and has a sliding door with lake views.

This unit has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and it indicates there is garage parking (is it rental?).

This building is across from Lincoln Park and near the shops and restaurants of East Lincoln Park and South Lakeview. There are bus routes nearby.

Listed in May 2025 for $850,000, it is the most expensive unit currently available in the building.

Buyers love “new.”

Will this property go under contract quickly?

Emily Connolly at EXIT Strategy Realty has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #2703: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1500 square feet

• Sold in August 1990 for $257,000
• Sold in January 2006 for $685,000
• Sold in February 2019 for $540,000
• Currently listed at $850,000
• Assessments of $1780 a month (includes heat, a/c, doorman, cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, Internet)
• Taxes of $8630
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Garage parking (leased?)
• Fireplace in the primary bedroom
• Bedroom #1: 19×14
• Bedroom #2: 15×12
• Bedroom #3: 15×12
• Living room: 19×16
• Dining room: 10×9
• Kitchen: 11×9
• Foyer: 7×4
• Laundry: 8×5

This 1-bedroom in SoNo at 860 W. Blackhawk in Lincoln Park (? Near North Side?) came on the market in May 2025.

Built in 2008, SoNo was the first condo high-rise built in the North/Clybourn corridor. It got embroiled in the housing bust of 2008-2012 and prices were lowered to clear the building inventory.

It has 24/7 door staff and what one listing calls one of the “best” fitness rooms in the city.

There are 198 units and attached, heated garage parking.

This 1-bedroom has skyline and river views from floor-to-ceiling windows.

It has dark hardwood floors in the living/dining/kitchen and carpet in the bedroom.

The kitchen is open to the living space with dark modern cabinets, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and granite counter tops.

It has a balcony which the listing says provides a perfect place to grill.

This unit has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and one heated garage parking space is included.

SoNo is in the heart of the Clybourn Corridor, near Mariano’s, Starbucks, the AMC movie theater, shops and restaurants as well as the Red Line subway stop and various bus routes.

Listed at $429,000, that’s just $19,000 above the 2019 purchase price and only $17,000 above the 2017 purchase price.

Have the price increases in Chicago the last 5 years missed SoNo?

Carrie McCormick at @properties Christie’s has the listing. See the pictures here.

Unit #1901: 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 905 square feet

• Sold in June 2010 for $329,000
• Sold in August 2017 for $412,000
• Sold in June 2019 for $410,000
• Currently listed at $429,000
• Assessments of $758 a month (includes heat, a/c, parking, cable, exercise room, scavenger, internet, door staff)
• Taxes of $8149
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the kitchen
• Heated garage parking space included
• Bedroom: 12×12
• Living/dining: 17×14
• Kitchen: 12×17
• Balcony

This 2-bedroom in the James House at 1560 N. Sandburg Terrace in the Sandburg Village development in the Gold Coast came on the market in May 2025.

James House was built in 1970 and has 520 units. Parking is leased in the building (attached?).

It has 24/7 door staff and a bunch of other Sandburg Village amenities.

One of the other listings in the building described it like this:

James House is a sought after building with many updates – newly renovated hallways, new boilers, new windows. There’s a beautiful rooftop deck with all-season room and the best views in Chicago. Exercise room, 24 hour door & maintenance staff, additional storage cage.

Sandburg Village amenities include two outdoor heated pools & sundecks, tennis courts, hospitality rooms- (some additional fees), garage parking. The landscaped courtyards, play lot, commercial facilities provide a welcoming community environment. Pets allowed.

This unit is on the top floor and used to be a 3-bedroom which the listing says you could do again by adding some walls.

The listing says it has “views as far as the eye can see” which are south, east and west, including the downtown skyline.

There are remote shades, including blackout shades.

It has an open concept with custom design finishes including Lightology lighting throughout.

The floors are Appalachian hardwood floors by American crafter Sheoga.

The kitchen has custom solid cherry cabinets with wrap around counters that go into the dining room, including a wine refrigerator, and a peninsula which appears to seat 2, along with high end stainless steel appliances.

There is a dining room.

The primary suite has a 15×10 walk-in-closet and an en suite bath with a double vanity. It also has one of the two private balconies.

The second bathroom has a hydrotherapy air tub.

The unit has the features buyers look for including central air, a laundry room with full size washer/dryer and garage parking is available to lease.

All of the closets are Elfa customized.

There are also 2 on-site storage units included.

The listing says this unit is at the intersection of the Gold Coast, Old Town and Lincoln Park.

It’s near several bus routes, the subway, Second City and the restaurants and shops of Old Town, as well as Latin School and other private schools.

It has listed at $908,500 for 2100 square feet.

If you are a lover of views, does this unit check all the boxes?

Melinda Jakovich and Frank Jeffrey at Compass have the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #4301-03: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2100 square feet

• Unit #4301 sold in May 2003 for $354,000
• Unit #4303J sold in August 2003 for $202,000
• Currently listed for $908,500
• Assessments of $2323 a month (includes heat, a/c, doorman, cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $11,195
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Leased garage parking is available
• Bedroom #1: 17×16
• Bedroom #2: 12×11
• Living room: 18×15
• Family room: 18×15
• Dining room: 13×19
• Kitchen: 8×12
• Laundry: 8×5
• Walk-in-closet: 15×10
• 2 balconies

This corner 2-bedroom at 1122 N. Dearborn in the Gold Coast came on the market in April 2025.

Built in 2000, 1122 N. Dearborn has 105 units and attached garage parking.

It has 24/7 door staff, a fitness center, party room and a large rooftop deck.

This unit is a southeast corner with a split floor plan at 1520 square feet.

The listing says it has been “beautifully renovated.”

It has what looks like dark hardwood floors throughout, including the bedrooms.

There is an open concept with a living room/dining room combo. There is a gas fireplace in the living room.

The kitchen has been “updated” and has custom white cabinets, stone countertops, a peninsula island with seating for 3, an extra built-in desk, stainless steel appliances and a wine fridge.

There is a south facing balcony off the kitchen.

The primary suite has a walk-in-closet and an en suite bath with dual sinks, built-in storage and a walk-in-shower.

There is a second full bath.

The unit has the features that buyers look for including central air, full-size side by side washer/dryer in the unit, and one garage parking space is included.

The listing says dogs up to 60 pounds are allowed but there are no rentals permitted.

The building is in a “prime” Gold Coast location near some of the most popular restaurants in the city including Gibsons, Maple and Ash, and the newly reopened Foxtrot.

Originally listed in April 2025 at $725,000, it has reduced $25,000 to $700,000.

Is $700,000 the new entry point for larger renovated 2/2s in the Gold Coast?

Deborah Ballis Hirt and Elizabeth Ballis at Compass have the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #10A: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1520 square feet

• Sold in February 2000 for $295,000
• Sold in February 2017 for $525,000
• Originally listed in April 2025 for $725,000
• Withdrawn
• Re-listed in May 2025 reduced to $700,000
• Assessments of $1664 a month (includes heat, a/c, gas, doorman, cable, exercise room, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, Internet)
• Taxes of $12,732
• Central Air
• Side-by-Side washer/dryer in the unit
• Garage parking space included
• Gas fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 16×12
• Bedroom #2: 12×12
• Living/dining room: 24×17
• Kitchen: 12×8
• Eating area: 8×8 (has the built-in desk and wine fridge)
• Balcony