Archive for May, 2010

Bigger Than Most SFH’s and Under Contract: 7455 N. Hoyne in Rogers Park

It’s been awhile since we chattered about the big condo units in buildings such as this one at 7455 N. Hoyne in Rogers Park. Built in 1929, the 6-unit Tudor style building has juliette balconies and big units. At 1825 square feet, Unit #1N, has more space than many single family homes. It also has […]

The Bank Owned New Construction Home: 3726 N. Hermitage in Lakeview

This 5-bedroom single family home at 3726 N. Hermitage in Lakeview was built in 2007 but never sold from the developer. It is now bank owned. First listed in January 2007, it was de-listed in October 2008 only to come back on the market, from the bank, about a month ago. It has been sitting empty for 17 […]

Vintage Logan Square 2-Bedroom Sells 13 Months Later: 2734 N. Kimball

We chattered about this 2-bedroom unit at 2734 N. Kimball in Logan Square several times over the last year. See our December 2009 chatter here. The newer conversion unit actually had greenish paint color the first time we chattered and then quickly went to a neutral beige. After several price reductions, it sold for $14,000 […]

Pre-War Building Brought Back to Life in Lakeview: 443 W. Aldine

Many of you probably recognize this 3-story pre-war building at 443 W. Aldine in East Lakeview. The building was built in 1925 and has been renovated. It is now being sold as condos. There are only 3 units with the top two floors being the most expensive. They are on the market as the following: Unit […]

Does It Matter if Nate Berkus Designed It? 632 W. Wrightwood in Lincoln Park

This 2-bedroom penthouse at 632 W. Wrightwood in Lincoln Park recently came on the market. The listing says the unit was designed by Nate Berkus (one of Oprah’s favorite interior designers and a frequent guest on her show, for those of you who don’t know.) The unit has cathedral ceilings and a private deck. The kitchen […]

Builder’s Custom Home Sells in Roscoe Village as a Short Sale: 1833 W. Melrose

Some of you will remember this 6-bedroom single family home at 1833 W. Melrose in Roscoe Village that was described in the listing as the builder’s custom home. See our November 2009 chatter and pictures here. It sold as a “short sale”- as is. The listing said it was 95% complete. It had extensive detailing […]

Historic Home Perfect for Fireplace Lovers Reduces: 1535 W. Jackson in the West Loop

We last chattered about this historic 4-bedroom West Loop single family home at 1535 W. Jackson in November 2009. See our November 2009 chatter and pictures here. It is still available, has been reduced, and is now listed for $30,000 less than the 2004 purchase price. Built in 1893, the house has 5 fireplaces and many […]

A French Normandy Near the Metra in Forest Glen: 4901 W. Berwyn

There’s something about turrets on a property and this French Normandy style home at 4901 W. Berwyn in Forest Glen has one that leads up to the bedrooms. Built in 1949, the house has a unique (at least for the city) attached 2-car garage. It also is only a couple of blocks from the Forest […]

Vintage Character Abounds in this Bronzeville Mansion: 2801 S. Prairie

This 8-bedroom mansion at 2801 S. Prairie in Bronzeville was built in 1885 when this part of the city was the home of Chicago’s wealthiest citizens. It now sits just north of the historic landmarked “Gap” district which runs from 3100 to 3500 South Prairie. At 6,000 square feet, the house has amazing woodwork and […]

Is It Logan Square or Lakeview? A Loft at 2806 N. Oakley

This 1-bedroom timber loft at 2806 N. Oakley is technically listed as being in Lakeview on the MLS. However, if you look at a map, it is certainly located closer to Logan Square than, say, Wrigley Field. (And I’m labeling it as Logan Square for the purposes of this chatter.) This top floor unit has […]