Gold Coast Real Estate News

While every condo buyer has his or her own wish list of needs and wants, many in Chicago often have views of Lake Michigan somewhere near the top of their list. And while you’ll most likely have to pay a premium for a jaw dropping views of the water, some lakefront condo buildings in Chicago don’t always require an equally jaw dropping budget. Don’t believe us?

See for yourself….  

3180 N. Lake Shore 

The mid-century building of 3180 N Lake Shore is known for its great amenities and great views, with many units recently renovated. This includes the option of some cozy one-bedroom condos, with most priced under $400,000. 

1440 N. Lake Shore 

It’s possible to find a one-bedroom priced in the low $300,000s within 1440 N Lake Shore. This

Upscale townhomes, vintage brownstones and historic rowhomes are among the hottest, and most expensive, property-type in Chicago’s affluent Gold Coast neighborhood. When it comes to these landmark homes for sale, home buyers spare no expense to secure what’s essentially the home of their dreams in a downtown Chicago location that’s all about status and exclusivity. Many of these homes were originally built in the late 1800s and have since been updated to offer the perfect blend of modern amenities and old-fashioned charm. The architecture is magnificent and the interiors are as luxurious as any available real estate in all of Chicago. So where’s the best place to start searching these Gold Coast brownstones for sale and other high-end vintage properties?

Although Chicago’s Gold Coast is packed with some of the most expensive real estate you’ll find in the city, there’s also lots of affordable condo options for those with a bit tighter of a budget. The Gold Coast is an attractive and popular neighborhood for a variety of reasons, and it shouldn’t be a huge surprise that so many locals want to call this part of Chicago home. World class shopping lines nearby streets like Michigan Avenue and Oak Street, while fine dining, fun-filled entertainment, and vibrant nightlife are also prevalent throughout the entire community.

Depending on your budget, and what you’re willing to sacrifice, plenty of 2-bedroom Gold Coast condos are currently on the market for under $300,000—and believe it or not, some of these

When it comes to buying a new downtown Chicago condo, buyers not only have to think about exactly what they want in a new home, but also a property’s resale value as well. Nobody knows what the future holds, and while one particular downtown Chicago condo may seem like the perfect fit today, it might just be the next place you outgrow tomorrow. For those who have experience with the Chicago real estate market, it’s probably no surprise to you that some condo buildings in the city tend to hold their value better than others offering what may seem like comparable units. But upon closer examination, there’s almost always a reason why some downtown condo buildings hold a stronger resale value than others across the way. Listed below of several primes example

When narrowing down that wish list for a new Chicago condo, space is often the last thing home buyers want to sacrifice. The unfortunate reality for many condo buyers, however, is that the extra square footage you so desperately want tends to be the number one factor that drives up how much you'll end up paying.

Bargains for two-, three- and even four-bedroom condos can of course be found all over the city, but for each extra bedroom that’s included in a swanky new downtown condo, the harder it becomes to find a place you like at the price you want.

For obvious reasons, three bedroom condos in Chicago are in very high-demand. Whether you want that third bedroom to use as an office, to use for your kids or to simply use as an extra guest room, having

While not all of us can afford a million dollar home in Chicago, these high-end listings are still fun to browse whenever you get the chance. Whether it’s a chic condominium residence high above the bustling street level in Streeteville, a trendy duplex loft condo in the up-and-coming South Loop, a spacious single-family home on a double lot in Lincoln Park, or even a historic brownstone situated in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast, there’s no denying million dollar real estate listings in Chicago are all extraordinary in their own way.

If you’re fortunate enough to be in the market for one of these ultra-luxurious properties, we’ve created a simple, hassle-free way to search all the highest-end real estate for sale in Chicago. From multi-million

An elegant new residential option could be coming to the Gold Coast, where developers are planning on constructing a new high-rise. At least that’s according to a new rendering recently shared on an online forum.

The proposed Gold Coast high-rise sits at the northwest corner of Oak and Dearborn streets, close to the Newberry Library. While currently few details on the developer are being released, the rendering suggests the building could house around 70 individual units and more than 160 parking spaces. 

While the proposal calls for keeping a portion of an existing building already at the site, it also includes adding a new tower to the property. That tower would be more than 30 stories tall. 

Currently still owned by the Warren Barr rehab and

It’s a mixed bag for luxury condo prices in Chicago right now. While some buildings are selling for a higher price per square foot, others are down in price.

Perhaps one of the biggest names right now is Trump, and reports suggest the condos at Trump International Hotel & Tower are among those down in price. According to some published reports, the sale price per square foot within the Chicago River tower was down about 12-percent from 2016 to 2017. In comparison, reports list the average sale price per square foot in 340 On the Park, located in Lakeshore East, up about 12-percent during the same time period.

While some brokers suggest it could be a reflection of the Trump presidency, others suggest increasing completion from newer construction, luxury

Long considered one of Chicago’s most affluent neighborhoods, the Gold Coast also rightly contains some of the most expensive listings currently on the market. Filled with historic properties, designer boutiques and upscale restaurants, the area is also known for its ultra-luxurious real estate.

Currently, one of the priciest is an 8,000 square foot condo within the Mayfair. Priced at $8.95 million, the full-floor unit has undergone a custom renovation. Another unit within the same building is currently listed at $4.4 million.

Meanwhile, a four-bedroom, 5.5-bath unit is on the market for $8.5 million within 209 E Lake Shore Drive. There’s also the option of a massive 10,000 square foot duplex for $7.5 million at 1500 N Lake Shore Drive, or a four-bedroom in

With just a few days left in the year, a Chicago area mansion sets a new record sale price for 2017. Previously owned by philanthropist Ann Lurie, the sprawling Gold Coast home reportedly just sold to its neighbor, the Latin School of Chicago.

While the 18,000 square foot home was originally listed for more than $18 million a few years ago, published reports suggest the actual sale price this time around was $12 million. Still, that’s substantially more than other Chicago area homes have sold for in 2017. Until now the highest sale price for the year stood at $7.5 million. 

Originally constructed in the late 1800s, the Lurie mansion contains 12 bedrooms and 12 baths. As well, it also features an elevator, nine fireplaces, stained glass windows and