Cresent Heights, the owners of 850 N Lake Shore Drive Luxury Apartments are turning it into condos. Built in 1927 it was home to the Chicago Athletic Club. It subsequently transformed into multiple other venues including a dormitory for Northwestern Medical Students then in 2014 was completely renovated and marketed as a luxury apartment building. As one of the only two Conversions, the other being the Tribune Residences, it is going against the trend of deconverting Condos to Apartments. Considering the location, the neighborhood, and price points it should fair very well in what is considered to be a tough market.
The 19-story building boast a historical exterior and a contemporary interior. Amenities include a heated indoor lap pool,
Chicago Real Estate News & Neighborhood Notes
4 Very Different Home Styles and the Neighborhoods You Can Find Them In!
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Modern - West Loop
As an up and coming area, Wes Loop has had some major changes and is continuing to grow. Everytime I am in the neighborhood, it looks like another apartment building or condo complex is being built. With restaurant row and a ton of shopping, the neighborhood is definitely the spot to be if you’re looking for something new. The Jax, built in 2020, is located at 1220 W Jackson Ave. It is a high end building with 166 units. They offer studios, one beds, and two beds. These upscale modern apartments offer a wide variety of amenities and are now the standard for West Loop living.
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Brownstones- Gold Coast
Walking through Gold Coast, you cannot help but marvel at the grand brownstones built back in the late 1800s/early
A Day In The West loop!
One of my favorite things to do in the city is pick a neighborhood and go explore it for the day. Most recently, my neighborhood to explore has been the West loop. I leave my house and head straight towards the West Loop walking along The RiverWalk. First stop of my day is Le Colombe, on the corner of Randolph and Morgan St, for a cup of black coffee. I love sitting down and enjoying my coffee inside as I plan out the rest of my day. I almost always do some window shopping immediately after. With stores like Lululemon, Uncommon James, Free People, West Loop is the perfect place to get all your weekend shopping done. After wrapping up my retail therapy, I love to pop over to Time Out Market for some snacks. If you have never been or don’t know what
…Luxury Condo Building Of The Week! One Chicago Residences
One Chicago located at 14 W Superior St. on the corner of State and Chicago, is a luxury building where Gold Coast and River North meet. Made up of two towers, one 49 stories, and the other 77 stories, the building has a total of almost 2.2 M sq ft. 55,000 of that is dedicated to Lifetime Work, a very cool Co-Working Space, there are a total of 812 residences, both rental and condo, parking, and 188,000 sq ft dedicated to retail. It was designed in a partnership between both GP and Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture and houses gyms, condos, rental units, spas, stores, and plenty more. Here are some things that make the One Chicago one of the most sought-after luxury buildings in River North.
Whole Foods Grocery on the Ground Floor. Who wouldn’t love to
Luxury Home Of The Day! - 60 E. Monroe St. #3308
60 E. Monroe St. - $715,000.00
Get ready to be wowed by the sheer elegance of The Legacy at Millennium Park. Located at 60 E. Monroe, unit 3308 is the ultimate spot for those who appreciate the finer things in life. This upgraded 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit is a real showstopper, offering breathtaking views of the lake, Millennium Park, and skyline that will leave you speechless.
Step inside and prepare to be impressed by the modern luxuries that await you. From the private balcony where you can soak in the views, to the floor-to-ceiling windows with motorized blinds that let you control the light with the touch of a button – every detail has been carefully considered to ensure a chic and luxurious living experience.
But it
…Luxury Home Of The Day! 223 E Delaware PL #5E
223 E. Delaware Pl, 5E - $1,350,000.00
Step into the epitome of luxury with this jaw-dropping, 3,400 square feet updated vintage gem of a condo in the highly sought after neighborhood of Streeterville. Located at 223 E. Delaware Pl, 5E is tucked away in a cozy boutique building with only ten units and this unit screams exclusivity and class. Picture yourself strolling down a charming tree-lined street, soaking in the urban chic vibes that ooze from every corner. Once inside, you'll be blown away by the spacious rooms, high ceilings, and gleaming…
Chicago's Best Dog-Friendly Bars and Restaurants!
Dog-Friendly Bars and Restaurants
Spring is just around the corner and if there is one thing us Chicagoans want to do, it is be outside. After being cooped up all winter, I have made your search for the perfect pet-friendly outdoor restaurants and bars a little bit easier.
1. PB&J - 205 N Peoria St
PB&J got its name from all that it has to offer; pizza, beer, and a jukebox (or as it is currently known, TouchTunes). PB&J is located in the heart of West Loop and has a large outdoor space with plenty of tables to hold friends and canines alike. They have a full bar with a delicious espresso martini (if that is your thing) and the menu has something for everyone. Patio seating is currently available, so go grab a table as the weather warms up!
2. Maple &
…St. Patricks Day ! Best Places To Watch The Dying Of Chicago River
Chicago’s Annual River Dye is on Saturday, March 16th starting at 10 AM. For those of you who have never seen this happen, it is a must-see Chicago. The boats slowly bleed their dye into the river while passing each other in between bridges making St. Paddy’s Day a spectacle year after year. People travel from all around the country to see the river turn a bright neon green and we know the best buildings to do so.
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The Swissotel - 323 E Wacker St
Located on the corner of Columbus and Wacker, the Swissotel is right at the center of the river dye. If you are visiting from out of town, we cannot stress enough that this is the place you should stay for this event. Be sure to ask for a North/River facing room, preferably a corner unit on the southwest
3 Things You Need to Know Before You Sign A Apartment lease In Chicago!
Signing a lease on an apartment in Chicago can be daunting. There is a plethora of paperwork, legal ease, and decisions you have to make on the fly. So here are 3 things you need to know before you sign on the line that is dotted!
1. Lease Renewal Option
Let’s say you love the place and before you know it you're coming up on your renewal period. You reach out to your friendly landlord to extend for another year and he tells you he would love for you to stay, however, the rent will go up $200.00+ a month! So now what do you do? It's expensive to move and you love the place so you pay it.
Let’s go back to the beginning, if you had written a clause into the lease that gave you an “Option” to renew and included in that option was a specific “Rent Bump” which…
Updated! Gold Coast Apartment Tower Nears Final Approval!
Located at the corner of State and Elm this 29-story mixed-use tower is close to final approval. Designed by Solomon Cordwell Buenz and developed by seasoned builder Newcastle Limited who was also the developer for mega apartment complex NEMA in the Southloop is closer to breaking ground after a long drawn-out battle with Alderman and surrounding neighbors regarding the height and density of the project. Located on the corner of State and Elm, currently where the vacant Barnes and Noble resides the building will offer larger one and two-bedroom units catering to young professionals and couples. Consisting of 304 upscale residences, 10,000 ft of retail located street level, and 105 parking spaces it will be only 1 of 3 new apartment buildings to be built