Archive for October, 2015

What’s Normal Appreciation? A 2-Bedroom South Loop Loft at 1530 S. State

This 2-bedroom duplex loft at 1530 S. State in the South Loop just came on the market. It has a south exposure with a two story living room and exposed ductwork. The kitchen has painted maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. There is one bedroom on the main floor and the master […]

When the Washer/Dryer is in the Kitchen: A 2-Bedroom at 1500 N. LaSalle in Old Town

This 2-bedroom in 1500 N. LaSalle in Old Town came on the market in September 2015. But if it looks familiar, that’s because it last sold just a year ago, in October 2014. This 24-unit elevator building was constructed in 1892. It was designed by Edmund Krause (1859-1935) who designed 61 buildings in his lifetime. He specialized […]

Looking for a Real West Loop Industrial Loft? A 2-Bedroom at 411 S. Sangamon

This 2-bedroom loft in the Sangamon Lofts at 411 S. Sangamon in the West Loop recently came on the market. At 1445 square feet it has an open concept with a wall of industrial windows stretching across one wall. The ceilings are concrete and it has exposed brick, which looks as though it has been […]

Is Chicago the Most Affordable Big City in America? 1550 N. Lake Shore Drive

This 1-bedroom in 1550 N. Lake Shore Drive in the Gold Coast came on the market a year ago, in October 2014. It has been under contract once, in April 2015. The unit is on the fourth floor and faces North with Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan views. The listing says the kitchen is “updated”. […]

The Perfect Loop Home? A 3-Bedroom With a Private Terrace at 310 S. Michigan

This 3-bedroom in the Metropolitan Tower at 310 S. Michigan in the Loop came on the market in July 2014. While it is not a penthouse unit, it still has some unique features starting with 14-foot vaulted ceilings in the living and dining room. It has a custom Christopher Peacock kitchen with white cabinets, white […]

Do You Love Private Rooftop Decks? A 3-Bedroom at 1426 N. Orleans in Old Town

This 3-bedroom in 1426 N. Orleans in Old Town came on the market in June 2015. The building was constructed in 2001 and has just 18 units and a parking garage. This penthouse unit has 10.5 foot ceilings. The master suite has custom California Closets. The kitchen has wood cabinets, stainless steel appliance and granite […]

Million Dollar Views for Just $155,000 at 1555 N. Dearborn Parkway in the Gold Coast

This studio in The Constellation at 1555 N. Dearborn Parkway in the Gold Coast came on the market in June 2015. Located on the 23rd floor, the 450 square foot studio has floor-to-ceiling windows with Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan views. The listing says the kitchen has been “updated”. It has maple cabinets, granite counter tops and […]

Prices Keep Rising in Bucktown: A 3-Bedroom for $850K at 1615 N. Wolcott

This 3-bedroom in the Urban Sandbox at 1615 N. Wolcott in Bucktown recently came on the market. We’ve chattered about this 8-unit modern building constructed in 2007 before but it was in relation to one of the penthouses which was listed over the summer for $1.5 million. See that June 2015 chatter here. This southeast […]

Views As Far As the Eye Can See For This 1-Bedroom: 125 S. Jefferson in the West Loop

This large corner 1-bedroom at the Park Alexandria at 125 S. Jefferson in the West Loop came on the market in August 2015. It has cherry hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. The kitchen has white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. There’s washer/dryer in the unit, central air and parking is […]

Does Outdoor Space Matter? A 1-Bedroom in 333 N. Canal in River West

This 1-bedroom in River Bend at 333 N. Canal in River West came on the market in July 2015. It has floor-to-ceiling 12 foot windows that face down the Chicago River and have east views of Wolf Point. The unit has a loft-like feel with concrete ceilings. The kitchen has wood cabinets, granite counter tops […]