Smaller, More Efficient Living Spaces Are Catching On Among Chicago Home Buyers & Renters
Posted by Leo Clark. on Tuesday, February 24th, 2015 at 9:04pm.
Whether you’ve been paying attention or not, smaller, more efficient living spaces are becoming increasingly significant around the United States, especially in larger, more expensive markets like New York, San Francisco, and even in parts of downtown Chicago.
You might have first become aware of this new U.S. housing trend from cable network FYI’s popular reality series Tiny House Nation, but since the show’s first episode aired back in the summer of last year, it seems more and more homebuyers are considering the option of having more financial freedom by limiting how much they spend of what’s usually the most costly expense to living—housing.
In areas that are more urban, like Chicago for example, building a “tiny house” really isn’t feasible due to a lack of space, or perhaps higher land values. So instead, home buyers and renters are turning to what are known as “micro apartments” to take advantage of lowering living expenses, and it’s even caught the eye of Curbed Chicago.
Although the apartment featured in yesterday’s Curbed article truly is following the “micro apartment” model, not everyone looking scale down their living situation has to opt for a tiny, 300 square-foot space. Dozens of options occupy a place on the Chicago real estate market that have 500 ft.² or below, and if you’re looking to both save on the price of a new condo, as well as all the expenses that go along with it, you might just find exactly what it is you’re looking for by taking a closer look at some of the featured MLS listings in downtown Chicago below:
Affordable, Efficient Living Spaces Currently For Sale in Downtown Chicago
850 North Dewitt Place 6-i
$149,500
- 1 Baths
Nothing To Do But Move Into This Spacious ,sun Filled, Rarely Available Studio In A Full Amenity ...
260 East Chestnut Street 2208
$150,000
- 1 Baths
Peaceful Studio Condominium Featuring Views Of The Lake And Of Renowned Mies Van Der Rohe Archite...
260 East Chestnut Street 1205
$165,000
- 1 Baths
Great Streeterville Condo Now On The Market! This Beautiful Studio Condo Features A Newer Kitche...
300 North State Street 4726
$169,000
- 1 Baths
- 500 SqFt
Well Cared For Studio In Iconic Marina Towers! Amazing High Floor River/city Views From Your La...
233 East Erie Street 1402
$169,900
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Streeterville 1 Bedroom Condo With Wall To Wall Windows In The Streeterville Center Condos. Step...
253 East Delaware Place 13a
$174,900
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Welcome To Downtown Living In This 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath High-rise Condo Nestled In The Heart Of Stre...
850 North Dewitt Place 4g
$184,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Oversized, One-bedroom Apartment With Dining Area, Walk-in Closet And Foyer. This Spacious Home O...
899 South Plymouth Court 2007
$185,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
City Living At Its Best! Dearborn Park - Sunny South Views From This Large Bright Spacious One Be...
260 East Chestnut Street 2305
$185,000
- 1 Baths
Gorgeous Newly Updated Studio On Highest Floor Of Studios In This Amenity Rich Building! Immacula...
260 East Chestnut Street 811
$185,000
- 1 Baths
This Sun Filled, Updated Convertible Studio In A Luxe Hi Rise Building In Streeterville Has Wood ...
431 South Dearborn Street 209
$188,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Spacious 1 Bed/1 Bath Condo In The Historic Manhattan Building, A Designated Chicago Landmark. Ne...
33 East Cedar Street 3h
$189,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Welcome Home To This Recently Updated 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo With Tree-top Views In The Heart Of...
211 East Ohio Street 301
$189,999
- 1 Baths
Live In The Heart Of Chicago For A Fraction Of The Price. Perfect Rental Or In-town Amongst The L...
33 East Cedar Street 10b
$190,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Beautiful Sunny South Facing Condo In A Doorman Building Right In The Heart Of The Gold Coast! Lo...
300 North State Street 2402
$194,000
- 1 Baths
- 500 SqFt
Discover Urban Luxury Living In The Heart Of River North At Marina City Chicago! This Exclusive R...
230 East Ontario Street 1504
$195,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Stunning Convertible/junior 1 Bedroom With Southern Exposure In The Heart Of Streeterville. This ...
230 East Ontario Street 1604
$195,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Brand New Appliances Are Coming! South Facing, Freshly Painted, Newly Remodeled Unit! New Floor ...
300 North State Street 4826
$195,000
- 1 Baths
- 500 SqFt
Welcome Home To The 48th Floor Of Marina Towers Situated In A Prime Location, Offering Stunning V...
300 North State Street 3602
$198,500
- 1 Baths
- 500 SqFt
Unbelievable West River Views From This Great Studio On One Of The Best Studio Tiers In Marina To...
40 East Delaware Place 905
$199,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Welcome To Your New Urban Oasis, A Meticulously Maintained Condo Nestled In The Heart Of The Pres...
111 West Maple Street 1007
$199,000
- 1 Baths
Step Into This Expansive Studio Boasting Breathtaking Open North City Views At The Gold Coast Gal...
899 South Plymouth Court 2407
$199,500
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Just South Of Historic Printer's Row In Dearborn Park, This Large Super Bright One Bedroom Has Am...
1122 North Clark Street 1202
$199,900
- 1 Baths
Home Copy: Welcome To This Spacious Studio In The Heart Of The Gold Coast. Step Into A Generously...
633 South Plymouth Court 607
$200,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Welcome To Contemporary City Living In This Stylish Printers Row One Bedroom Concrete Loft. This...
440 North Wabash Avenue 3303
$200,000
- 1 Baths
Panoramic Skyline Views From The 33rd Floor Await You In This Spacious Studio In The Heart Of Ult...
20 North State Street 901
$204,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Looking For A Cozy One Bedroom Condo In The Heart Of Chicago? Look No Further Than 20 North State...
535 North Michigan Avenue 2212
$210,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Tastefully Updated 1 Bedroom In The Highly Sought-after Michigan Terrace Building. The Kitchen Wa...
211 East Ohio Street 2717
$213,500
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Spacious One-bedroom At Grand Ohio! Queen Side Bedroom And Lots Of Closet Space. Located In The ...
211 East Ohio Street 2606
$214,900
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Sundrenched, Converted To A 1 Bed 1 Bath Unit W Breathtaking Skyline Views! Wood Floors/tile, Cro...
30 East Elm Street 14f
$215,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Tons Of Natural Light And City Views From This Large One Bedroom. The Kitchen Has Natural Wood Ca...
33 East Cedar Street 11c
$218,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Fabulous Completely Renovated Home In The Gold Coast. Beautiful Newer Open Kitchen With White Cab...
30 East Elm Street 11f
$218,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Introducing A Charming One-bedroom, Sun-filled Corner Unit Nestled In The Heart Of Gold Coast! T...
211 East Ohio Street 2705
$218,900
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Move In Ready And Great Investment Opportunity In This Luxury Streeterville Unit With Incredible ...
208 West Washington Street 1603
$220,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Occupied Please Do Not Disturb Tenants. Fantastic 1 Bed, 1 Bath Condo Located In The City Centre...
211 East Ohio Street 320
$224,900
- 1 Baths
Welcome To Your Urban Oasis At The Grand Ohio! Nestled Within This Iconic Building, This Lofted S...
10 East Ontario Street 907
$225,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Unbelievable Light In This Open 1 Bedroom Located In The Heart Of River North! 150 Square Foot Pr...
211 East Ohio Street 2912
$229,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Rarely Available South Facing Penthouse At The Grand Ohio. Turn Key, Jr. 1 Bed With Beautiful Vie...
420 South Clinton Street 616a
$229,000
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Sunny Top Floor Unit In The Gotham Lofts With Parking Included! This Spacious Open Floorplan Offe...
111 West Maple Street 1712
$229,900
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Must See This Spectacular Condo All New Rehab With Stunning Modern Finishes Throughout. The Kitc...
440 North Wabash Avenue 3110
$234,900
- 1 Baths
Welcome To The Epitome Of Modern Luxury Living In River North! This Stunning Unit Boasts Panorami...