Not everyone bought their property in the last 10 years. This 5-bedroom single family home at 3531 N. Bosworth in the Southport neighborhood of Lakeview has been in the current owner’s hands since 1996. It has been on the market since March 2010 and has been reduced $276,000 in that time. Built in 1907 on […]
This corner 2-bedroom at Harbor House at 3200 N. Lake Shore Drive in Lakeview has direct views of Belmont Harbor and the lake. Harbor House was built in 1966 and has 278 units. It is a full amenity building with an indoor pool, exercise room and doorman. But people buy in the building for the views […]
This contemporary new construction building at 1919 W. Crystal in Wicker Park was designed by Studio Dwell. Studio Dwell are architects who are a favorite in Chicago among those seeking contemporary design. Sales commenced in the 9-unit building in 2007. Several units sold in 2009 and the last sale was apparently in October 2010. 6 out of […]
When we last chattered about this newer construction 2-bedroom bank owned unit at 3014 N. Sheffield in Lakeview in November 2010 it had been reduced by $35,000. See our November 2010 chatter here. I asked whether it would ultimately sell for under $300,000. Apparently, the answer is “yes” as it’s been reduced again and is […]
We actually chattered about this 3-bedroom rowhouse at 1016 W. Grace in Lakeview in July 2010 when it was in short sale and was listed just $140,000 under the 2005 purchase price. See our July 2010 chatter here. Since then, it was withdrawn from the market and is now bank owned. It came back on the market just 4 days ago […]
Those who have been following Crib Chatter for awhile know that Anonny has been searching for a condo in East Lincoln Park that fits a certain set of distinct criteria he has dubbed the “unicorn criteria” because he doesn’t believe it exists. Here is his list: 1) Absolutely required: * 2/2 * garage * LP […]
Crain’s is reporting that Mesirow, which holds the remaining units still for sale at 659 W. Randolph, in the West Loop, is trying to sell them to a non-profit group. From Crain’s: The real estate unit of the Chicago-based firm wants to convert 19 unsold condos in the building at 659 W. Randolph St. into […]
This 5-bedroom vintage rowhouse at 1229 E. 56th Street in Hyde Park has been on the market since March 2010. It has not yet had any price reductions. Yes, this is mayoral candidate Carol Moseley Braun’s house, which has been reported on in the press. Built in 1916, it has some original vintage features including […]