Crib Chatter

This 5-bedroom penthouse in John Hancock Center at 175 E. Delaware in Streeterville is being shown in early access in June 2026.

Built in 1969, the Hancock is one of the world’s tallest condominium buildings. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, it has 703 units and attached rental garage parking.

It is a full amenity building with 24/7 door staff, an indoor pool, a fitness center, dry-cleaning services, on-site management, receiving room, and a grocery store.

This unit is on the 92nd floor and the listing calls it a “trophy penthouse.”

It has a contemporary design and uninterrupted 360 degree views of Lake Michigan, the skyline and beyond in 7700 square feet.

The unit has several unique features including a waterfall wall, a private theater with a 9-person leather seating arrangement, a dedicated fitness studio, and multiple lounge spaces.

There’s a Chef’s kitchen with custom cabinets, a premium appliance package including SubZero, Wolf, and Miele, along with oversized stone surfaces including an island with seating for three.

There’s a 61 bottle wine vault and an entertainment bar.

The primary suite has a seating lounge and a morning kitchen complete with Miele, Wolf and SubZero appliances. It also has a spa-inspired bathroom which overlooks the skyline with heated floors, a steam shower with body sprays and rainfall, a towel warming drawer, and a designer vanity mirror.

For those who love bath tubs, it has one with four steps to get in with views of the skyline.

It also has custom-designed closets.

The unit has some of the features that buyers look for including washer/dryer in the unit, but there’s no central air. There is wall unit cooling.

Parking is rental in the building.

The Hancock is on the Mag Mile and is near shopping, restaurants, Oak Street Beach, the lake front bike path, numerous buses and the Red Line stop at Chicago Avenue. There are also museums nearby.

It’s coming on the market at $9.5 million.

Is this a dream home for a lover of the Hancock?

Carrie McCormick at @Properties has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #9210: 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, 7700 square feet, penthouse

• Sold in August 1988 for $135,000 (I think this was a combined unit at some point)
• Sold in May 2007 for $1.578 million (also think this is just part of a combined unit)
• Currently in “early access” for $9.5 million
• Assessments of $7738 a month (includes doorman, cable, exercise room, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, Internet)
• Taxes of $53831
• No central air but wall units
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Parking is rental in the building
• Bedroom #1: 28×31
• Bedroom #2: 13×17
• Bedroom #3: 13×25
• Bedroom #4: 13×18
• Bedroom #5: ?
• Den: 12×17
• Gallery: 13×28
• Family room: 30×23
• Sitting room: 20×31
• Dining room: 24×24
• Kitchen: 15×9
• Media room: 20×11
• Laundry: 9×8
• Exercise room: 13×18
• Bar: 9×13
• Walk-in-closet: 21×12

This 2-bedroom at 4410 N. Paulina in Ravenswood came on the market in June 2026. Sorry, I don’t have a picture of this building.

4410 N. Paulina is a vintage courtyard building with 9 units. It has gated parking behind the building.

This unit has some of its vintage features like refinished hardwood floors, a separate foyer, and a separate dining room.

There’s a decorative fireplace in the dining room.

It has a large, eat-in kitchen with white cabinets and a new island, which seats two, with what looks like a wood countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

There’s a walk-in closet in the primary bedroom.

The main bath has been “updated” and has double sinks. There’s also a half bath.

It has the features that buyers look for including washer/dryer in the unit, split unit air conditioning, and TWO gated side-by-side parking spaces, a rare feature.

There’s extra storage in the building.

The unit also has outdoor space with a small deck off the kitchen.

This building is near restaurants and shops on Montrose and Ashland. It’s also near the Montrose brown line stop and the Ravenswood Metra station as well as several bus lines.

Listed at $499,000, that’s $159,000 above the 2021 sales price of $340,000.

Is there demand for the vintage units in courtyard buildings?

Tatiyana Piper and Nely Piper at BerkshireHathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #2: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1200 square feet

• Sold in July 1993 for $150,500
• Sold in September 1997 for $175,500
• Sold in September 1998 for $193,500
• Sold in September 2001 for $257,000
• Sold in September 2017 for $292,000
• Sold in November 2021 for $340,000
• Currently listed at $499,000
• Assessments of $408 a month (includes heat)
• Taxes of $5,610
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Split unit air conditioning
• Decorative fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 18×11
• Bedroom #2: 9×11
• Living room: 13×22
• Dining room: 13×8
• Kitchen: 13×14
• Foyer: 8×6
• Deck

This 4-bedroom duplex-up at 2948 N. Pine Grove in East Lakeview is in early access in June 2026.

If it looks familiar, that’s because we have chattered about it several times over the last 19 years.

The last chatter was in July 2021 and that feels like a world away now.

Back then, we were wondering if they would get the premium they were looking for. Also, lots of talk about the parking space location and whether the upstairs loft should be extended.

See our July 2021 chatter here.

If you recall, this building was built in 1922 and has 10 units.

The listing describes the unit as “beautifully updated with vintage charm.”

The main floor has the kitchen, living and dining rooms, a full bath, and one of the four bedrooms.

The fireplace in the living room is decorative.

It also has a distinctive 2-story wall of windows in the living room.

The “timeless” kitchen has white cabinets, marble counter tops, a subway tile backsplash, a white farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, 2 pantries, and a wine fridge along with a black and white checkerboard floor.

There is a lofted family room or office on the second floor along with three bedrooms, including the primary bedroom, and a full bath.

The bathrooms have updated Kohler fixtures and heated marble floors. One of the bathrooms has a bath tub and the other has a walk-in shower.

The unit has the features that buyers look for including space pac central air and washer/dryer in the unit.

It doesn’t have parking, but a transferable parking space is available for $250 a month across the street.

This unit is located near the shops and restaurants of East Lakeview, the Mariano’s, the Trader Joe’s, several express buses to downtown, the tennis courts and driving range as well as the Landmark Theater.

In 2021, it sold for $624,500.

Six years later, the market is hotter than ever, especially for four bedroom properties. This duplex-up has listed at $895,000.

Will they get it?

Showing will start on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 5 to 7 pm by appointment only.

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

Unit #2: 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, no square footage listed this time but in 2021 it was 2000 square feet, duplex up

• Sold in May 1992 for $207,500
• Sold in June 2000 for $318,000
• Sold in July 2006 for $469,500
• Originally listed in August 2009
• Sold in August 2013 for $406,000
• Sold in June 2018 for $530,000
• Sold in October 2021 for $624,500
• Currently listed at $895,000
• Assessments are now $686 a month (they were $489 a month in 2021 and $518 a month in 2013) includes heat, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
• Taxes are now $13,119 (they were $8410 in 2021; $9374 in 2017; $8422 in 2013 and $8104 in 2011)
• Space pac cooling
• Washer/Dryer in the unit (first floor)
• No deeded parking but transferable parking for $250 a month (it was $180 a month in 2021) Located across the street
• Bedroom #1: 16×12 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 12×8 (second floor)
• Bedroom #3: 12×8 (second floor)
• Bedroom #4: 14×10 (main floor)
• Family room: 15×12 (second floor)
• Kitchen: 15×8 (main floor)
• Living room: 19×13 (main floor)
• Dining room: 16×12 (main floor)
• Two outdoor spaces just outside the door in the kitchen and upstairs bedroom

This 2-bedroom at 1120 W. Armitage in Lincoln Park is about to come on the market in June 2026. On Redfin, it’s listed under “early access.”

If this building looks familiar, that’s because we’ve chattered about units in it off and on over the years. The last time was Unit #201, which was listed in 2021, during the pandemic boom. #201 was listed at $385,000.

This time, it’s Unit #301.

We’ve actually chattered about this unit several times, including in 2009 and 2014, In 2014, it was listed at $329,000.

Most of you were bored by this listing in 2014. JohnnyU complained about a cheaper “insert” ruining one of the rooms and sonies said that inventory was still high in Lincoln Park.

You can see our 2014 chatter here.

The building has 8 units. Some have vintage features and some don’t.

There aren’t any building amenities other than a shared rooftop deck and some private storage.

This unit has some of its vintage features still intact including original millwork, a wood burning fireplace and “real” hardwood floors.

It has a bay window in the living room.

The listing says there is a 11×8 dining room. Is that the area in the main living space where the couch is?

It has two bedrooms but only one “updated” bath.

The listing says the kitchen has been “updated” with white cabinets, granite counter tops and “newer” stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher.

The bedrooms have professionally organized bedroom closets.

The units have the features that buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and a coveted one car garage parking space.

This building is on Armitage, within steps from shops and restaurants as well as the Brown Line El stop. It’s also close to the Clybourn Corridor shopping area with Trader Joe’s and Petco.

The building is “pet friendly” and allows one dog up to 20 pounds.

This unit is in the early access for $525,000. That is $175,000 above the 2020 sales price of $350,000.

Will this seller get the $500,000s?

Brant Booker at Jameson Sotheby’s has the listing. See the pictures here. Sorry, no floor plan.

Unit #301: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, no square footage listed but in the city data it says 1,150 sq ft

• Sold in March 1992 for $162,500
• Sold in January 1997 for $179,000
• Sold in April 2004 for $321,500
• Originally listed in May 2008 for $415,000
• Numerous reductions
• Was listed at $317,500 in January 2010
• De-listed in April 2010
• Re-listed in 2014 at $329,000
• Sold in February 2015 for $326,000
• Sold in December 2020 for $350,000
• Currently listed in “early access” for $525,000
• Assessments are now $298 a month (they were $211 a month in 2014 and $210 a month in 2009)
• Taxes are now $8482 (they were $4902 in 2014 and $4133 in 2009)
• Central Air
• Washer/Dryer in the unit
• One car garage parking space included
• Shared rooftop deck
• Wood burning Fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 12×10
• Bedroom #2: 11×9
• Living room: 16×11
• Dining room: 11×8
• Kitchen: 12×10

These 4-bedroom units in 405 W. Armitage came on the market in March 2026.

I thought I had a picture of this building mostly built but apparently I only have this one from last year where it was still under construction. Sorry, I’ll get a newer one shortly.

Built in 2026 by Barrett Homes, in collaboration with En Masse Interior Design, it is a boutique elevator building with 6 units and attached garage parking.

There are no amenities.

This is the old CVS location at the Armitage, Sedgwick, and Lincoln intersection.

Each of these units will be 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with private elevator entry.

They have private outdoor space with gas and water hook-ups. The balconies will be built on the back of the building on the Armitage side.

The units will have 4 inch white American oak floors.

The kitchens will have handcrafted custom cabinets, a 9-foot island, paneled Subzero and Bosch appliances, a Wolf range and a custom designed hood.

The primary suite has a walk-in-closet and luxurious bath with double vanities.

The units will have the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and 2 attached garage parking spaces.

Additionally, there will be storage and bike storage.

The listing says “estimated delivery of June 1, 2026” but several of the listings came on the market in March.

• Unit 3N, which has 2582 square feet, is already under contract at $2.45 million.
• Unit 3S is 2351 square feet at $2.25 million.

There are only 90 properties currently available in Lincoln Park.

Will these 6 units sell before June?

Danny Glick at @properties Christie’s has the listings. The listings have computer generated pictures but 3N also has some of the actual unit.

You can view both pictures side-by-side for Unit 3N, which is under contract, here.

This 2-bedroom at 433 W. Briar Place in East Lakeview came on the market in April 2026.

Built in 1929, the building has 34 units and an elevator. Converted by Belgravia Group in 2007, it has an exercise room, storage and a landscaped garden with grill.

There’s no parking with the building.

The listing calls this a “classic condo.”

It doesn’t have many of its original vintage features outside of an arched entry and crown molding.

There are hardwood floors throughout.

The chef’s kitchen is open concept with the dining room and has been updated with white cabinetry, Carrera quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances with a newer double oven, a wine fridge, an undermount sink and a backsplash.

Both bedrooms are king sized and are en suite. The bathrooms are marble with rain shower and body sprays.

There’s also a powder room.

This unit has the features that buyers look for including central air and washer/dryer in the unit. There’s no parking with this building but the listing says there is “rental parking a few doors down.”

It doesn’t have its own private outdoor space.

This building is near the Diversey golf range and the shops and restaurants on Broadway and Clark. It’s also near various bus routes.

Listed at $625,000 for 1680 square feet, that’s $200,000 above the 2019 sales price of $425,000.

Will the lack of parking hurt this property or will its East Lakeview location trump that?

Elena Theodoros and Brian Scherpenberg at @properties Christie’s has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit 6B: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1680 square feet

• Sold in November 2007 for $505,000
• Sold in September 2014 for $457,000
• Sold in November 2019 for $425,000
• Currently listed at $625,000
• Assessments of $775 a month (includes exercise room, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $10,162
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• No parking but rental available in the neighborhood
• Bedroom #1: 17×12
• Bedroom #2: 17×12
• Dining room: 16×13
• Living room: 23×15
• Kitchen: 20×7

This 1-bedroom in 400 E. Randolph in Lakeshore East came on the market in January 2026.

Built in 1963, 400 E. Randolph was designed by Hirshfield, Pawlan, Reinheimer and has 944 units and attached leased parking.

It has a lot of unique resort-style amenities including a basketball court, squash and tennis courts, 2 saunas with one being Turkish and one being Scandinavian, an exercise room, a library, a clubhouse and a glass roof indoor dome pool.

Additionally, it has door staff.

The listing says this one-bedroom is the “largest 1 bedroom floor plan in the building.”

It has east facing views, including from a 12-foot balcony off the living room.

This unit sold in 1979 and in 2024. It was then listed in 2026 as being “fully rehabbed” with “over the top” luxury finishes.

Are those white with black veining marble floors throughout including on the bathroom walls? Or porcelain tiles of some kind?

It has an open designer kitchen with waterfall quarter countertops, a statement island with seating for 2, custom white and gray cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, including oven hood, and a built-in beverage center.

There is space for a living room and a dining room.

It has 3 built-in walk-in-closets and recessed lighting.

This unit has some of the features that buyers look for including central air and leased parking is available. There’s no washer/dryer in the unit but there is coin laundry in the building.

This building is steps from Maggie Daley Park and Millennium Park. It’s near the Mariano’s and the shops and restaurants on Michigan Avenue including the Rainbow Cone, Stan’s Donuts and the Nutella restaurant. It’s also near several bus routes.

Listed in January 2026 for $439,000, it has been reduced $14,000 to $425,000.

It went under contract on March 30 but was re-listed on March 31 at the same price.

Buyers love “new.”

Will this seller get the premium?

Chaya Benhiyoun at Jameson Sotheby’s has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #2225: 1 bedroom, 1 bath, no square footage listed

• Sold in September 1979 for $78,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in October 2024 for $236,000
• Originally listed in January 2026 for $439,000
• Reduced
• Priced at $425,000
• Under contract on March 30, 2026
• Re-listed at $425,000 on March 31, 2026
• Currently still listed at $425,000
• Assessments of $720 a month (includes heat, a/c, gas, doorman, cable, exercise room, pool, exterior maintenance, scavenger, Internet)
• Taxes of $5,090
• Central Air
• No washer/dryer in the unit. Coin laundry in the building.
• Parking is leased in the building
• Bedroom: 12×20
• Kitchen: 9×15
• Living/dining room: 18×25
• Walk-in-closet: 5×3
• East Facing Balcony: 18×5

This 2-bedroom duplex in CityView at 440 N. McClurg in Streeterville came on the market in March 2026.

Built in 1991, CityView has 421 units and attached garage parking.

It has 24/7 door staff, a fitness center, 3 landscaped sundecks, a bike room, laundry room, and storage lockers. Up to 2 pets are permitted.

The listing says this “newly renovated” duplex is a “rare gem.”

It feels “more like a townhouse.”

There are ash-gray hardwood floors throughout the unit.

The first floor has the living room, dining room, kitchen and a powder room.

The kitchen “is a dream for cooking or entertaining” which is open to the living/dining room. It has white cabinetry with a large gray island with quartz countertops, a backsplash, with sleek LG and Sumsung black stainless steel appliances, including a double oven range, a wine fridge and custom vent hood which the listing says is “another Streeterville rarity.”

The staircase is open with black steel railings.

The two bedrooms are on the second floor with blackout shades and custom closets.

There are two completely renovated bathrooms with walk-in glass showers with subway tile.

In the listing pictures in 2023, the primary bathroom had a blue vanity and blue tile in the shower, but in the current pictures it looks black. Is that just messing with the coloring in the picture or was the tile actually changed?

It has the features buyers look for including central air and washer/dryer in the unit. There’s no parking with this unit, but the listing says its available for rent or for sale.

This building is in the heart of Streeterville, near the Chicago River and the Ogden Slip, Starbucks, Target, Whole Foods and the AMC movie theater plus all the shops and restaurants of Streeterville.

Listed in March 2026 for $539,000, that’s $61,000 above the 2023 sales price, which is when the unit was renovated, at $478,000.

Some buyers like “levels.”

Will the duplex floor plan sell this quickly?

Brad Zibung and Kristin Donohue at Compass have the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Or see it in person at the Open House, on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 12 pm to 2 pm.

Unit #111: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1350 square feet, duplex up

• Sold in May 1999 for $261,000
• Sold in October 2017 for $395,000
• Sold in January 2023 for $478,000
• Currently listed at $539,000
• Assessments of $1072 a month (includes heat, a/c, doorman, cable, exercise room, exterior maintenance, Internet)
• Taxes of $8237
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• No parking but it’s often available for rent/sale in the building
• Bedroom #1: 11×18 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 10×16 (second floor)
• Living room: 13×19 (main floor)
• Dining room: 12×9 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 8×18 (main floor)
• Laundry: 3×3 (main floor)

This 3-bedroom brick and timber loft at 2222 N. Racine in Lincoln Park came on the market in March 2026.

But if it looks familiar that’s because we chattered about it in 2019 and 2020. In August 2020, it had been reduced. Some of your comments:

KK said: “Still has too many stairs. Still overpriced. Still on the market.”

The Cat said: “For crying out loud someone please sand and refinish your deck.”

See our 2020 chatter here.

If you recall, 2222 N. Racine was constructed in 1911 and consists of 16 multi-level lofts and an attached parking garage. Not all of the units have parking.

These units tend to live more like townhouses than condos as they have their own private entrances.

This loft has timber ceilings and exposed brick with a 2-story ceiling in the living room.

The first floor has the living room, dining room, kitchen and a powder room which also has a stackable washer/dryer in it.

The listing says the kitchen has been recently “updated” with custom cabinetry. It has wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a teal tile backsplash and a small island, with no seating. It’s open to the dining and living rooms.

The second bedroom is on the third floor and is en suite.

The third bedroom is on the second floor and has a window and the listing says it offers flexibility as a home office, nursery or guest room.

The primary suite is on its own floor, on the fourth floor, with a large custom closet and an en suite bathroom with a clawfoot tub, separate shower and private water closet.

On the fourth floor is also a private rooftop deck “oasis” with new composite decking and pergola.

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

It is near the shops and restaurants on Webster and Clybourn. There are buses nearby on Fullerton and Armitage.

Listed at $799,000, that is $187,000 above the 2021 sales price of $612,000.

It took nearly 2 years to sell last time but with so few properties on the market in 2026, will this sell quickly?

Kevin Hinton and Emily Phair at Keller Williams ONEChicago have the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #13: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, no square footage listed (but in a prior listing it was 1816 square feet)

• Sold in June 1987 for $285,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in May 1992 for $274,000
• Sold in February 1994 for $305,000
• Sold in June 1998 for $380,000
• Sold in May 2002 for $485,000
• Sold in May 2011 for $565,000
• Sold in December 2017 for $659,000
• Originally listed in August 2019 for $679,000
• Sold in October 2021 for $612,000
• Listed in March 2026 for $799,000
• Assessments are now $390 a month (they were $342 a month in August 2020 and $297 a month in January 2020) (includes exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes are now $8878 (they were were $7719 in August 2020)
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Garage parking is included
• Bedroom #1: 16×14 (fourth floor)
• Bedroom #2: 18×13 (third floor)
• Bedroom #3: 15×9 (second floor)
• Kitchen: 14×8 (main floor)
• Living room: 18×14 (main floor)
• Dining room: 14×12 (main floor)
• Laundry room: 3×3 (in the half bath on the main floor)
• Rooftop deck: 15×15 (fourth floor)

This 4-bedroom co-op at 5715 S. Kenwood in Hyde Park came on the market in March 2026.

Built in 1928, it’s a mid-rise elevator building with just 14 units. It has no amenities but a shared yard with gardening and grilling.

There’s an on-site building engineer.

The listing says it’s “steps” from the main campus.

The unit has unobstructed views of Hyde Park.

Like many vintage units, it has a separate dining room, but many of its vintage features don’t remain. It does have some millwork and bookcases.

The kitchen has white cabinets, stainless steel appliances including a beverage fridge, and stone countertops.

The primary bedroom is en suite and that bathroom has a soaking tube.

From the floor plan, it appears you have to go through a bedroom to get to the two full bedrooms and even the half bath.

It has hardwood floors in the main living/dining room.

This unit has the features that buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and a “dedicated” parking spot in an adjacent lot is available for $90 a month.

This building is near the University of Chicago campus and the Lab School. It’s just steps from the famous Medici restaurant. There are buses, and the Metra, within just a few blocks.

Listed at $725,000, and with 2800 square feet, will this sell quickly as a townhouse alternative?

Robert Sullivan at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #6N: 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2800 square feet, co-op

• I can’t find another sale price as it’s a co-op
• Currently listed at $725,000
• Assessments of $3473 a month (it includes the monthly taxes)
• Taxes are included in the assessments as it’s a co-op
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• One adjacent parking space for $90 a month
• Bedroom #1: 19×15
• Bedroom #2: 17×15
• Bedroom #3: 15×13
• Bedroom #4: 9×14
• Living room: 22×17
• Dining room: 20×14
• Foyer: 13×9