Crib Chatter

This 3-bedroom penthouse loft at 154 W. Hubbard came on the market in September 2020.

Built in 1924, 154 W. Hubbard was converted into 18 luxury lofts by Studio Dwell in 2008.

The building has an elevator and heated garage parking.

There is no doorman or other amenities.

This penthouse loft has authentic loft features including 14 foot ceilings, exposed brick walls, timber beams and an open floor plan.

The kitchen has dark modern cabinets and an oversized island with waterfall counter top and seating for 4 along with Subzero and Wolf appliances.

The primary suite has a walk-in-closet and a spa-like bath with steam shower, heated floors and soaking tub.

The third bedroom is currently open to the rest of the space and is used as a den with a built-in bar.

The loft has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and one heated garage parking space is included.

But the big unique feature is the 1500 square foot landscaped rooftop deck with an outdoor media center and built-in bar and grill.

This building is in the heart of the River North/Near North Side neighborhoods, near restaurants, shops, the Chicago River and the Merchandise Mart, including the brown/purple line stop.

Currently listed at $1.39 million, that’s $170,000 under the 2018 sales price of $1.56 million.

Is this loft a deal?

Ryan Prevett at Jameson Sotheby’s has the listing. See the pictures here.

Unit #603: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2300 square feet, penthouse loft

• Sold in July 2008 for $920,000
• Sold in December 2012 for $915,000
• Sold in October 2015 for $1.5 million
• Sold in June 2018 for $1.56 million
• Originally listed in September 2020 for $1.449 million
• Reduced 
• Currently listed at $1.39 million
• Assessments of $492 a month (includes exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $24,258
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• One heated garage parking space included
• 1500 square foot landscaped private roof top deck
• Bedroom #1: 15×14
• Bedroom #2: 10×12
• Bedroom #3: 16×12
• Living room: 29×18
• Dining room: 10×10
• Kitchen: 18×16
• Laundry room: 8×9
• Walk-in-Closet: 5×8

This 5-bedroom penthouse at 3512 N. Southport in the Southport neighborhood of Lakeview came on the market in January 2021.

Long time readers will remember it from 2011 when it had a putting green on the rooftop deck.

See our 2011 chatter here.

Built in 2008, the building has 7 units and garage parking.

It’s an elevator building and the elevator operates from the garage and opens directly into the penthouse’s foyer.

At 4200 square feet, this penthouse is as large as many single family homes in the Southport neighborhood.

It occupies the entire top floor of this building.

The unit has crown molding, coffered ceilings and 3 fireplaces.

Nearly all the living space is on the main floor, including the 5 bedrooms, the office, the library and the family room.

The primary bedroom has 2 walk-in-closets and an en suite bath with heated floors, steam shower and soaking tub.

The unit has some unique features for a  Southport condo including a climate controlled wine cellar, a beverage center and espresso bar and a library with custom cabinets.

The kitchen has gray (?) cabinets, stone counter tops with an island that has seating, and luxury stainless steel appliances.

The main floor has two terraces but the big selling point is the massive rooftop deck which has stone, Trex and turf finishes.

There’s a fireplace, a pergola, a gardening area with irrigation as well as a rooftop sunroom with a wet bar, beverage center, dishwasher and a half bath.

Alas, the rooftop apparently no longer has the putting green but the listing says it can be added (or, possibly, a kids play set).

The condo has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and there is parking for 4 cars, 2 in the garage and 2 outside the garage.

This building is in the heart of Southport, with its shops and restaurants, and just a few blocks from Wrigley Field.

Listed at $1.99 million in January 2021 it has been reduced to $1.95 million.

This is the first time it has been back on the market in 10 years.

Is this a great single family home alternative in this neighborhood?

Crystal Riley at Coldwell Banker has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #4: 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 4200 square feet, penthouse

• Sold in September 2008 for $1.5 million
• Sold in May 2011 for $1.5 million
• Originally listed in January 2021 for $1.99 million
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $1.95 million
• Assessments of $920 a month (includes exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $28,664
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Elevator from the garage directly to the unit
• 2 car garage parking plus 2 outdoor parking spaces
• 3 fireplaces, including one on the roofdeck
• Wine cellar
• Bedroom #1: 19×16 (main floor)
• Bedroom #2: 15×10 (main floor)
• Bedroom #3: 15×12 (main floor)
• Bedroom #4: 14×12 (main floor)
• Bedroom #5: 14×12 (main floor)
• Foyer: 10×8 (main floor)
• Living room: 19×18 (main floor)
• Dining room: 19×11 (main floor)
• Family room: 19×18 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 19×19 (main floor)
• Laundry room: 9×6 (main floor)
• Sunroom: 14×8 (second floor)
• Terrace: 17×9 (main floor)
• Balcony: 19×8 (main floor)
• Deck: 86×19 (second floor)
• Deck: 48×19 (second floor)

This 1-bedroom in 1111 S. Wabash in the South Loop came on the market in May 2020.

Built in 2005, 1111 S. Wabash has 247 units and attached garage parking.

It’s a full amenity building with a doorman, pool and exercise room.

At 1200 square feet, the listing says this 1-bedroom has been opened up from its previous 2 bedroom layout.

It’s been renovated and has wide plank hardwood floors throughout.

The unit has modern finishes includes a modern kitchen with custom white European cabinets and built-in appliances.

The living/dining room has a built-in oak wall unit with a bar area and wine fridge.

The bedroom closet has built-in closet organizers and is en suite with a renovated bathroom with heated floors and a custom walk-in-shower.

It has a private balcony with a west, or city, view.

The listing says that parking and the furniture can be purchased separately.

It has the features buyers look for including central air and washer/dryer in the unit.

Originally listed in May 2020 at $499,999, it has been reduced $100,111 to $399,888.

Is this unit the perfect antidote to all the high rise condos that have the same, standard finishes?

Timothy Rhoten at Red Carpet Investment Group has the listing. See the pictures here.

You can also see it in person on Saturday, June 19 at the Open House from 12 to 2 PM.

Unit #2206: 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, 1200 square feet

• Sold in April 2005 for $330,000
• Sold in March 2018 for $312,000
• Originally listed in May 2020 for $499,999
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $399,888
• Assessments of $565 a month (includes heat, a/c, gas, doorman, cable, exercise room, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, Internet)
• Taxes of $6498
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Garage parking is extra (doesn’t say how much)
• Furniture is extra
• Bedroom #1: 12×10
• Living/dining room: 16×13
• Kitchen: 10×10
• Laundry room: 5×3

This 2-bedroom on the 42nd floor in the One Magnificent Mile Condos at 950 N. Michigan in the Gold Coast came on the market in March 2021.

Built in 1983, One Mag Mile Condos has 181 units and rental garage parking.

It’s a full amenity building with a doorman, an indoor pool and an exercise room.

This 2 bedroom has city views, including up the Mag Mile.

The listing says it has 9 foot ceilings.

There are hardwood floors throughout the main living space.

The kitchen has white cabinets, what looks like granite counter tops and backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.

There are 3 full baths, including what looks to be 2 en suite in the primary bedroom (per the floor plan).

The unit also has a powder room.

It has features buyers look for including central air and full-size side-by-side washer/dryer. Parking is rental in the building.

This property is on north Michigan Avenue, with easy access to shops, restaurants and Oak Street Beach.

Originally listed in March 2021 for $725,000, it has been reduced $100,000 to $625,000.

That’s just $25,000 over the 2012 sales price of $600,000– which was also the “low” of the housing bust.

Is this a deal?

Oliver Levy and Helen Jaeger Roth at Baird & Warner have the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #4204: 2 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 1830 square feet

• Sold in September 1990 for $400,000
• Sold in October 1994 for $205,000
• Sold in March 2012 for $600,000
• Originally listed in March 2021 for $725,000
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $625,000
• Assessments of $1451 a month (includes a/c, doorman, cable, exercise room, indoor pool, exterior maintenance, Internet)
• Taxes of $16,673
• Central Air
• Side-by-side washer/dryer in the unit
• Rental parking in the building
• Bedroom #1: 16×15
• Bedroom #2: 10×12
• Kitchen: 14×10
• Living room: 26×15
• Dining room: 14×12
• Walk-in-closet: 8×6

This 3-bedroom top floor unit in the greystone at 1130 W. Armitage in Lincoln Park just came on the market.

Built in 1900, this greystone has 8 units and garage parking.

We’ve chattered about several units in this building in the past, including the first floor duplex down.

This unit is the penthouse and has 18 foot cathedral ceilings in the open concept living/dining room and kitchen.

Alas, it doesn’t have any of its vintage interior features except a wood burning fireplace in the living room.

There are hardwood floors throughout.

The kitchen is open to the living area and has 60″ cabinets, granite counter tops, a new backsplash, and Viking appliances along with a wine fridge.

The primary bedroom is en suite, which is rare in vintage units.

The primary bathroom has marble floors, a dual vanity and a “spa-like” shower with rain head and body sprays.

There’s a terrace off the primary bedroom which leads to a private 500 square foot private roof top deck with views of downtown.

This unit has a large storage unit in the basement.

It also has the features that buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and heated garage parking.

This building is in the heart of the Armitage corridor, near shops, restaurants and the Brown Line stop.

At $725,000, does this unit check all the Lincoln Park boxes?

Melissa Siegal at @Properties  has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #3: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1335 square feet, penthouse

• Sold in January 1995 for $266,500
• Sold in March 2001 for $420,000
• Sold in May 2004 for $500,000
• Sold in March 2008 for $550,000
• Sold in September 2011 for $557,000
• Currently on the market at $725,000
• Assessments of $187 a month (includes exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $9659
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Heated garage parking
• Wood burning fireplace
• Bedroom #1: 15×12
• Bedroom #2: 8×12
• Bedroom #3: 9×11
• Living room: 11×22
• Dining room: 10×18
• Kitchen: 17×11
• Storage: 8×10
• Balcony: 12×7
• Roof top deck: 14×34

This 2-bedroom on the 69th floor in the John Hancock at 175 E. Delaware in Streeterville came on the market in February 2021.

Built in 1969, the Hancock has 705 units as well as commercial space along with a rental parking garage.

It’s a full amenity building with an indoor pool, exercise room 24-hour doormen and a Potash grocery store.

This unit faces east, with Lake and sunrise views, and the listing said it has had a “stunning renovation.”

It has medium-blonder wide plank floors throughout.

The listing says the kitchen was taken “down to the studs” in 2017 and now boasts modern cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops with a custom solid glass backsplash, corner Lazy Susans and double cutlery and knife drawers.

The bathrooms have “new” euro-style wood hanging vanities with new tiles.

The primary bedroom has custom wood shelving and a pocket door along with an en suite bath.

The closets have been customized.

The listing says there is a “newer” window HVAC and “newer” wall thermostats.

It has 2 operable windows.

It doesn’t appear to have washer/dryer in the unit. I believe the building allows it now. Additionally, there’s coin laundry in the building. I thought it used to be on every other floor, but those of you who have lived in this building can fill us in.

Rental parking is available in the attached garage.

Listed in February 2021 at $625,000, it’s still listed at $625,000.

Will sales in one of the flagship condo buildings in the downtown improve now that the city has reopened?

Kevin Snow at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #6906: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1420 square feet

• Sold in March 1997 for $248,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in January 2003 for $440,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in December 2015 for $565,000 (per CCRD)
• Sold in July 2018 for $580,000 (per CCRD)
• Listed in February 2021 for $625,000
• Currently still listed at $625,000
• Assessments of $1,061 a month (includes doorman, cable, exercise room, pool, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, coin laundry)
• Taxes pf $7568
• Window HVAC
• No washer/dryer in the unit- coin laundry in the building
• Attached rental parking available
• Bedroom #1: 18×13
• Bedroom #2: 15×10
• Living room: 20×14
• Dining room: 11×14
• Kitchen: 11×8

This 46th floor 2-bedroom in Newberry Plaza at 1030 N. State in the Gold Coast came on the market in December 2020.

Newberry Plaza was built in 1974 and has 555 units and attached parking.

It has 57 floors and according to Wikipedia, was the 6th tallest all-residential skyscraper in the world when completed (the Hancock has commercial space so it wasn’t in the competition).

Wikipedia also says it was the first in the city to have townhomes built on the pedestal of the building. Those are known as “skyhomes.”

It’s a full amenity building with a 24-hour doorman, outdoor pool, fitness center and package room.

This 46th floor corner unit has north and west views, including of Lincoln Park and the Lake.

The listing says it has been “completely renovated.”

It has hardwood floors throughout.

The kitchen has either light blue or gray cabinets (what’s your guess?) with white stone counter tops and backsplash along with stainless steel appliances, including a wine refrigerator, and a 2-person breakfast bar.

The listing says the unit has “spa-like baths.”

The primary bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a double vanity and walk-in-shower.

It also has a walk-in-closet.

The unit has a unique wine closet in the foyer.

It also has the features buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and parking is available to rent for $285 a month.

The listing says these assessments are “low” and the building hasn’t raised them in 11 years.

It also says the hallways are being remodeled with no special assessment.

This building is in the heart of the shops/restaurants of the State/Rush corridor.

Is this a perfect high rise city home for those who want to be in the heart of everything, with views?

Christian Pezzuto at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #46B: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1000 square feet

• Sold in January 2020 for $366,500
• Originally listed in December 2020 for $619,000
• Reduced
• Currently listed at $589,000
• Assessments of $671 a month (includes heat, a/c, Internet, cable, doorman, outdoor pool, fitness center, package room)
• Taxes of $703
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Rental parking available for $285 a month
• Bedroom #1: 11×13
• Bedroom #2: 9×10
• Living room: 25×14
• Kitchen: 10×10
• Foyer: 8×6
• Walk-in-closet: 4×10

This 4-bedroom red brick Queen Anne at 1505 W. Jackson in the Jackson Boulevard historic district in the Near West Side came on the market in March 2021.

Built in 1883, it’s on a larger than standard Chicago lot measuring 25 x 188.

It has a 2-car garage.

This home has many of its original vintage features including a carved full length mirror in the entry foyer, a carved wood banister on the staircase, a 20 foot wood arch separating the living and dining room, and crown moldings.

It has skylights including one that has stained glass (see pictures).

The home has 6 fireplaces, with one on each floor.

The main floor has 2 fireplaces, one in the living room and one in the dining room.

The kitchen has white cabinets and has “upgraded” appliances and beveled granite counter tops along with a painted tin ceiling with a breakfast nook.

There’s a powder room on the main floor.

The second floor has 2 bedrooms including the primary suite which has a fireplace, a walk-in-closet, a full bath with double sinks and rain and standard shower heads.

The second bedroom on that floor also has a fireplace.

There’s also a second full bathroom on the second floor, with a clawfoot tub.

There’s a washer/dryer on the second floor.

The third floor has the fourth bedroom, with skylights, a bath, a bonus room which could be a gym or office and another large room used as a family room which has a fireplace.

The lower level has a complete 1500 square foot garden apartment with both front and back private entrances.

It has one bedroom and an office with a full renovated bath and a powder room.

The kitchen has wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

The garden apartment also has a washer/dryer and, of course, a fireplace.

The house has central air.

Originally listed in March 2021 at $1.875 million, it’s still listed at that price.

Is this a deal for the size and location?

Nicholas Coloagiovanni at Baird & Warner has the listing. See the pictures here.

1505 W. Jackson: 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, no square footage listed, single family home

• Sold in December 1979 for $100,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in June 1985 for $90,000 (per Redfin)
• Sold in May 1997 for $545,000 
• Sold in December 2012 for $1,110,000
• Originally listed in March 2021 for $1.875 million
• Currently still listed at $1.875 million
• Taxes of $22,571
• Central Air
• 2-car garage
• 25×188 lot
• 6 fireplaces
• 1500 square foot 1-bedroom/1.5 bath Garden Apartment
• Bedroom #1: 23×15 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 23×16 (second floor)
• Bedroom #3: 23×15 (third floor)
• Bedroom #4: 15×12 (third floor)
• Living room: 32×13 (main floor)
• Dining room: 23×12 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 28×10 (main floor)

This 2-bedroom in 5000 S. East End in Kenwood came on the market in March 2021.

Built in 1927, 5000 S. East End has 98 units. It was designed by Robert S. De Golyer and built by Avery Brundage.

According to Chicago Apartments: A Century of Lakefront Living, it was the first, and largest, of the buildings on the Chicago Beach site.

It’s a gray brick and terra-cotta building with a five-story stone base.

The building has 2 “bungalows” on the top floors which are two story penthouses.

At the time it was built, it was the tallest structure south of the Loop and remained the tallest until just after World War II.

Originally a co-op, it was converted into condos in 2010.

It has a doorman and an exercise room. There’s no parking.

This unit is a high floor which has Lake and city views.

It has been extensively remodeled/restored and the listing says it’s an award winning restoration.

This unit has Vermont 10″ wide hickory hardwood flooring surrounded by 6-piece wainscoting.

The listing says it has never been lived in after the extensive remodeling.

The plaster legacy mouldings throughout were preserved and restored.

The en suite bathrooms were remodeled with floor-to-ceiling ceramic tile from Spain.

It has a South African volcanic stone freestanding soaking tub, Hydrology wash surface Australian quartz sink, a Japanese Toto toilet and a digital controlled towel warmer.

The kitchen has custom-made Arclinea floor-to-ceiling black kitchen cabinets with 2-inch Carrara marble counter tops.

It also has Transceramica ultra-thin kitchen flooring from Italy along with Wolf and Subzero appliances.

There are California closets throughout.

This unit used to be a 3-bedrooms but was transformed into a 2-bedroom in the renovation.

It has the features buyers look for including central air and washer/dryer in the unit. There’s no parking but it’s available to rent in the neighborhood.

Listed at $499,000, is this a vintage lover’s dream?

Charles Lochotzki at Compass has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #23C: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2200 square feet

• Converted to condos in 2010
• Sold in April 2016 for $186,000
• Originally listed in March 2021 for $499,000
• Currently still listed at $499,000
• Assessments of $2420 a month (includes heat, gas, doorman, cable, exercise room, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavengers, snow removal, Internet)
• Taxes of $3373
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• No parking but available for rent in the neighborhood
• Bedroom #1: 17×15
• Bedroom #2: 16×13
• Kitchen: 22×18
• Living room: 28×25
• Dining room: 19×14
• Foyer: 20×7

This 3-bedroom duplex up at 811 W. Webster in Lincoln Park just came on the market.

Built in 1930, this building has 6 units and garage parking.

The listing says this is the largest unit in the building.

This unit has what some would call loft-like features with exposed brick walls, timber beams and skylights with hardwood floors throughout.

The living room, dining room and kitchen, along with a half bath are on the main floor along with the first outdoor space.

There’s a wood burning fireplace.

The eat-in kitchen has white cabinets, an island with seating, a double oven, a Wolf gas cook top and a double refrigerator.

All three bedrooms are on the second floor along with the two full baths.

The listing calls the primary bedroom a “retreat” with an en suite bath with a separate shower and tub, and a double vanity.

You can also access the private rooftop terrace from the primary bedroom.

If you need more outdoor space, there’s also 2 common outdoor spaces.

This property has the features that buyers look for including central air, washer/dryer in the unit and garage parking is included.

It’s near shops and restaurants on Halsted as well as just a few blocks to popular Oz Park.

Listed at $835,000, is this a townhouse alternative?

Laura Bibbo Katlin at @Properties has the listing. See the pictures and floor plan here.

Unit #E: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, duplex up

• Sold in December 1993 for $299,000
• Sold in March 1996 for $321,000
• Sold in September 2008 for $713,000
• Sold in September 2017 for $725,000
• Currently listed at $835,000
• Assessments of $402 a month (includes exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal)
• Taxes of $14,291
• Central Air
• Washer/dryer in the unit
• Garage parking included
• Wood burning fireplace
• 4 outdoor spaces- 2 private and 2 common
• Bedroom #1: 14×14 (second floor)
• Bedroom #2: 13×12 (second floor)
• Bedroom #3: 12×12 (second floor)
• Living room: 19×13 (main floor)
• Dining room: 17×10 (main floor)
• Kitchen: 13×9 (main floor)
• Deck: 9×22 (second floor)
• Deck: 8×11 (main floor)