With the month of October nearly in the books and Thanksgiving right around the corner, what better time to take a closer look at what we consider to be 10 of Chicago’s top places to call home, especially if you’re planning to be in the market for a new luxury condo later this year or in 2020. So without further ado, here are the 10 Chicago condo buildings we’re thankful for most this holiday season.
10) Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Located at 11 E. Walton, this hotel-condo combination is certainly considered among Chicago's most exclusive buildings, and if you're looking for a place where you can enjoy world-class hotel-style amenities 24 hours a day, there are few better options than the Waldorf Astoria Chicago. [Search condos for sale at Waldorf Asotria Chicago...]
9) 840 N. Lake Shore Drive
While every Lucien Lagrange building is impressive visually and architecurally, 840 N. Lake Shore might just be our favorite Lucian Lagrange-designed building in Chicago. It's lakefront location is second-to-none, and given Lake Shore Park is situated directly across the street, it also has one of the best outdoor amenities readily available to residents that downtown Chicago has to offer. [Search condos for sale at 840 N. Lake Shore Drive...]
8) 600 N. Lake Shore Drive
Situated right down the street from 840 N. Lake Shore Drive, 600 N. Lake Shore Drive might actually be the most sought after luxury building on Chicago's lakefront. It's combination of amazing water views with a collection of first-class amenities certainly place it among the best condo buildings in all of Streeterville, which says a lot. [Search condos for sale at 600 N. Lake Shore Drive...]
7) Lincoln Park 2550
Perhaps the grandest of Lucien Lagrange's condo buildings in Chicago, there's no doubt Lincoln Park 2550 is Lincoln Park's most luxurious high-rise to date. It's location right across from the park allows for magnificent views of the city and lake, while inside, the interior finishes and amenities are as lavish as any other high-rise in the city. [Search condos for sale at Lincoln Park 2550...]
6) Aqua Chicago
One of our favorites in the New Eastside, Aqua Chicago not only offers some of the best interior spaces and amenities of any building in the neighborhood, it also features some of the largest private balconies in downtown Chicago, which allow you to fully take in the beautiful cityscape that surrounds this residential masterpiece. [Search condos for sale at Aqua...]
5) Park Hyatt
Another one of downtown Chicago's hotel-condo combos, the amenities at the Park Hyatt speak for themselves. But along with first-rate common features and amenities, the location of Park Hyatt right off Michigan Avenue puts residents in one of the best downtown spots we can think of. [Search condos for sale at Park Hyatt...]
4) 55 E. Erie
As one of the largest condo-only buildings in the country, 55 E. Erie provides lots of opportunities to home buyers looking for a true high-rise liefestlye. And in a location that's just off the Magnificent Mile and only steps from many of River North's hottest restaurants and nightlife, you'll be guaranteed an authentic downtown Chicago living experience. [Search 55 E. Erie condos for sale...]
3) 50 E. Chestnut
Condos for sale at 50 E. Chestnut are some of the most luxurious you'll find on the Chicago real estate market. Sprawling and expansive floor plans, one-of-a-kind city views, and lavish interior finishes are just the tip of the iceberg here at 50 E. Chestnut, as the amenities, location, and common features in this building truly are unmatched. [Search 50 E. Chestnut condos for sale...]
2) Ritz Carlton Residences
One of downtown Chicago's newest luxury buildings to hit the market, the Ritz Carlton Residences are situated directly on Michigan Avenue, putting residents right in the middle of Chicago's best shopping, dining, and entertainment. World-class hotel style amenities are also available here, justifying the premium pricing you'll find attached to most condos for sale here. [Search Ritz Carlton Residences for sale...]
1) Trump Tower
Chicago's Trump Tower needs no introduction, as its quickly established itself as the most distingiushed and exclusive condo buildings in all of downtown. Along with its lavish residential spaces, there's also a five-star hotel, bar, award-winning restaurant, and various other desirable amenities for residents to enjoy 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. [Search condos for sale at Trump Tower...]