Are the Marina Towers, the iconic corn cob buildings on the Chicago River at 300 N. State, “hot” now that Trump Tower is built nearly next door? Some sellers in the building seem to think so. Take this 1-bedroom unit on the 31st floor. It’s been listed since 2006 and hasn’t had a price reduction in almost […]
Today, the Wall Street Journal looks at the state of Trump Tower Chicago, at 401 N. Wabash in River North, and the financial implications for Donald Trump. The timing, as we’ve chattered about, is far from ideal for the building. So far, Mr. Trump has lined up buyers for a bit less than $600 million […]
There’s been so much hype about Trump Tower Chicago, at 401 N. Wabash in River North, you’d think the sinks were made out of gold. But, alas, the sinks (and kitchens) look pretty much like every other luxury 1-bedroom condo in the city. Here are some pictures from a west facing 938 square foot 1-bedroom […]
1-bedroom units are popular starter condos, especially in River North and Streeterville. This 1-bedroom with den at 60 W. Erie in River North is larger than most. It’s also quite a bit pricier. What would you pay for that 1-bedroom condo? Here’s the listing: Lucien Lagrange, exclusive 24 unit building at the cross roads of […]
The listing for this 3-bedroom unit in Case Study, the 11-unit boutique modern building at 156 W. Superior in River North that was built in 2005, says that it is the first resale in the building. Here’s the listing: First resale of award-winning and architecturally unique full floor 3 bed residence with direct elevator by […]
The Trump family was in town yesterday to celebrate the topping off of Trump Tower Chicago, at 401 N. Wabash, in River North. As usual, The Donald was nothing but outspoken about the state of the Chicago housing market. From Crain’s: “From a high-end perspective, Chicago may be one of the worst (condo) markets” in […]
Someone posted a comment about this 2-bedroom foreclosure, Unit #2206, in The Caravel, at 635 N. Dearborn, in the heart of River North about 10 days ago. I didn’t chatter about it because I figured it would sell quickly given the price. It is one of the medium-sized 2-bedroom units in the building at 1225 square […]
We’ve chattered about 330 W. Grand, the Grand Orleans, in River North before. Some sellers are now under strain in the building. One unit, Unit #1406, is priced at 2005 prices. Another, Unit #1602, is going to foreclosure auction this week. Here’s the listing for #1406: LOWEST PRICED 2BD/2BTH! 14TH FLOOR CORNER UNIT WITH AMAZING EAST AND NORTH VIEWS! MA BATH […]
Another foreclosure has appeared in The Sterling, at 345 N. LaSalle, in River North. This one is another 3-bedroom. There are no interior pictures available. Unit #3902: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, no square footage listed Sold in January 2005 for $827,000 Currently listed for $389,900 (parking is rental only) Assessments of $837 a month Taxes […]
Remember when River North actually meant artists and galleries? Some of that ambiance still exists in this boutique building at 215 W. Huron. Here’s the listing: Luxurious Sun Filled Condo/Soft Loft In Much Sought After Gallery District! Private Elevator Into A Wide Open Floor Plan Makes A Very Spacious Unit. Sleek Snaidero Kitchen, Hardwood Flrs […]