Chicago Real Estate News & Neighborhood Notes - September, 2020

Bronzeville: Chicago's New Hottest Neighborhood?

If you haven’t already heard, Bronzeville might be one of Chicago’s hottest neighborhoods the average home buyer hasn’t considered. But according to recent housing market stats highlighted by Crain’s, that could be on the verge of changing quite rapidly.

Just within the last year, Bronzeville has actually become very popular, especially among home buyers looking for more space. Since mid-summer, the average size of a Bronzeville home that traded for between $500,000 to $750,000 was 3,600 square feet, which is significantly more space than what buyers were getting in other nearby neighborhoods like Bridgeport and Hyde Park at that same price range.

Also noted by Crain’s is that 84 homes have sold in Bronzeville for $500,000 or more within the last year,…

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Inside Chicago's Luxurious Imprint Apartments

A part of Chicago’s Printers Row neighborhood, Imprint presents luxury apartments in a prime setting. The building includes such desirable amenities as a full fitness and wellness studio, a top floor observation deck and a terrace with room for grilling and fire pits. 

The building also includes a private dog run, a library, co-working space and a residential lounge, among other things. Options in the building start with a studio floor plan for around $1,300 a month.  

There is also a slightly more expensive convertible, or the option for a junior one-bedroom, which rents for around $1,700 a month. A one-bedroom, one-bath unit is priced just under $2,200 per month. 

For about $250 more, renters can choose a one-bedroom plus a den with two-baths.…

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Former OU Football Coach Sells Gold Coast Mansion

Another Gold Coast luxury property is now off the market, in case you missed it. Former University of Oklahoma football coach Bob Stoops recently sold one of his properties for $1.68 million.

Stoops and his wife paid $2.2 million for the property in 2006. It had originally been on the market for considerably more.

Stoops put the Greystone up for sale in 2017 for $2.7 million after purchasing another row home right next door. Over the years he’s reportedly made five price cuts to the home.

Most recently the property was listed for just under $1.8 million. The four-story mansion was built in the mid 1880s.

It includes 3.5-baths, five fireplaces and an eat-in kitchen with a large island. In addition, the property features high ceilings, a lower level family…

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Luxury Menswear Brands Make Gold Coast Debut

Shoppers now have more luxury brands to choose from in the Gold Coast. The neighborhood recently welcomed in Q Clothier and Rye 51.

The side-by-side luxury retailer found its new home on Oak Street. The boutique is said to cater to a customized experience, with everything from casual to business casual and formal attire. The company prides itself on a one-on-one shopping experience.

Dallas-based Q Clothier supplies custom clothing for men. Shirts, pants, suits, jackets and formalwear is all tailored to a client’s wishes. Fittings can be done in-store, at home, at the office or started online.

Rye 51 also offers a personal shopping experience but tends to deliver more casual options. Clients are able to shop for jackets, denim, outerwear, accessories and…

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The 5 Most Expensive Condos in the West Loop

Live in luxury at the 5 most expensive condos currently on the market in Chicago's red hot West Loop.

900 W. Washington Boulevard PH-901

$5.5 million

The most expensive condo in the West Loop right now is a five-bedroom, six-bath penthouse. Part of 900 West Condos, the unit offers 4,900 square feet of living space, and is priced at $5.5 million.

This top floor duplex enjoys some amazing views and a massive wrap-around terrace. It also includes private elevator access, floor-to-ceiling windows, polished concrete floors and an amazing location.

128 S. Green Street PH-A

$3.5 million

A newly constructed penthouse at 128 S Green Street is priced at $3.5 million. Penthouse A offers private elevator entry, floor-to-ceiling windows and some incredible…

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A Look at Chicago’s Priciest Condos on the Market Right Now

Live in luxury at these ultra-luxe condos for sale in Downtown Chicago's hottest neighborhoods.

840 N. Lake Shore #2601

Luxury hits new heights with this full-floor penthouse at 840 N Lake Shore. Unit #2601 offers
8,800 square feet of living space and a large amount of private outdoor space. The home is built for upscale living and entertaining. On the market for $13.5 million, the condo includes six bedrooms, eight baths, a wine cellar and three garage parking spaces.

Lincoln Park 2550 Ph-3

A massive two floor penthouse is situated on the 38th and 39th floors of Lincoln Park 2550. Priced at $13 million, the grand home features large arched windows overlooking Lincoln Park, five bedrooms, a private elevator and an array of other upscale…

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The 5 Most Expensive Condos in the Gold Coast Right Now!

Get familiar with the luxury market in Chicago's fabulous Gold Coast neighborhood by taking a closer look at the most expensive condos currently on the market right now...

840 N. Lake Shore Drive #2601

$13.5 million

Listed at $13.5 million, this six-bedroom, 8+-bath unit at 840 N Lake Shore is easily at the top of the list. Measuring in at around 8,800 square feet of living space, this Lakeshore Park penthouse is topped off by another 1,100 square feet of private outdoor space.

The penthouse was custom designed with 12-foot ceilings, a wine cellar, game and media rooms and even leather flooring in its home office. Designed for the ultimate in upscale living and entertaining, the home also comes with three garage parking spaces.

The Palmolive #31A

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What to Expect at the Luxurious New Old Town Park Phase 3 Rental Apartments

Currently under construction, Old Town Park Phase 3 promises to bring hundreds of new rentals to Chicago’s Old Town. Marketed as the city’s newest luxury rental apartments, phase three will include a parking garage, amenity deck and some office space.

Expected to be finished sometime next year, the new tower joins an already exciting collection of completed rentals including everything from convertibles to three-bedroom floor plans, townhomes and penthouse units. As construction progresses on phase 3, renters can still choose from available units in buildings one and two.

Existing Old Town Park amenities offer access to swimming and a spa, plus indoor and outdoor multi-sport courts. The property also includes a sports lounge with arcade games, a private…

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