Chicago Real Estate, Chicago Condos, Lakeview & Lincoln Park Condos in Chicago

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Luxury Chicago Homes Are Still Selling

October 22nd, 2009 · No Comments · Housing economy, Residential

It’s no secret that real estate has been a bit topsy-turvy. But the good news is that Chicago homes are still selling – particularly high-end properties in coveted neighborhoods like Gold Coast, Lincoln Park and Lakeview.
In today’s Chicago real estate market, these high-end homes go from anywhere from $2 million up to $15 million. [...]

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Purchasing Chicago Real Estate Buys A Lifestyle As Well

October 21st, 2009 · Comments Off · New Construction, Residential

While Chicago real estate offers all of the glitz and glamour of any big city, a major perk is that luxury living doesn’t come with the same luxury price per square foot as homes on the East and West coasts. Plus, Chicago has no shortage of the splendor that comes with private clubs, cultural wealth [...]

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Chicago Condos Best Of Both Worlds: Green Spaces Without The Hassle

September 14th, 2009 · No Comments · Entertainment, Outdoors, Residential

Having a private lawn can be a major benefit to owning a single-family home, offering you a place to play with the kids, relax, and enjoy our great city, Chicago. But owning your own stretch of green space comes with its fair share of stresses, too. A nice lawn requires maintenance. And as such, many residents turn to a Chicago condo [...]

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Chicago’s Gold Coast Comparable to New York’s Upper East Side

August 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Entertainment, New Construction, Residential

I know, it’s sacrilegious to compare Chicago to New York, but humor me for just one moment. There’s no doubt Chicago is just an all-around better place to live and be. I’ve been told on many occasions that Chicago holds all of New York’s best qualities and none of the bad. But Chicago’s Gold Coast [...]

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Sell Your Chicago Home Faster With Staging

August 24th, 2009 · No Comments · Housing economy, Residential

It’s a rare occasion when I recommend a specific person’s services, however, a recent experience has prompted me to do just that. I was always told that if you stage a home, it will sell faster. But throughout my 20 years as a luxury Chicago real estate agent, I never saw the value in it—until [...]

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Creating A Beautiful Deck Space For Your Chicago Home

August 5th, 2009 · No Comments · Entertainment, Outdoors, Residential

The warm weather may have taken its time getting here, but now that it’s here, nothing says summer like relaxing on your Chicago deck. Whether you love laying low with a good book or entertaining friends, your outdoor haven should be just as fabulous as the rest of your abode. A truly magnificent deck should [...]

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Buying Chicago Real Estate: Obtain Statistical Data By Zip Code

July 16th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Housing economy, New Construction, Relocation, Residential

Moving is tough, especially in an urban city. There are many factors that come into play when looking for a potential real estate investment. Researching the pros and cons of a particular neighborhood can take hours, and some of the information isn’t easy to come by. Instead of spending precious time googling and creating spreadsheets, [...]

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How to Get a Chicago Real Estate Deal

July 2nd, 2009 · No Comments · Housing economy, New Construction, Residential

Since the real estate market downturn, pundits and real estate agents alike have been encouraging buyers who are able to buy real estate right now. However, getting the best deal in the current economic environment requires a plan, otherwise you may not be able to maximize your negotiation potential. To negotiate the best possible deal when purchasing a piece of [...]

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Make Sure the Porch is Solid Before Purchasing a Chicago Home

July 1st, 2009 · No Comments · Entertainment, New Construction, Residential, Uncategorized

Monday marked the sixth anniversary of a Lincoln Park porch collapse that killed 13 people and injured more than 50 others. While an excessive amount of people (100) were congregated on the porch the night of June 29, 2003, a city investigation revealed that the third-story porch at 713 W. Wrightwood Avenue had not been [...]

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Make the Magnificent Mile Your Home: Chicago Real Estate for Sale at the Ritz Carlton

June 23rd, 2009 · No Comments · New Construction, Residential, Uncategorized

Located at the corner of North Michigan Avenue and Erie Street, the Ritz Carlton Residences offers amenities like no other piece of Chicago real estate. Be one of 88 exclusive Chicago homeowners to live in this exquisite building that pays tribute to the past as well as the future.
The 40-story structure, which was designed by [...]

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