Which amenities are most attractive to buyers in Chicago's high-rise market?

amenities.jpgDo buyers really go for the fancy amenities offered at some Chicago high-rises? Which amenities are important to you and why? Fountains, hot tubs, business centers, movie theaters, wine tasting rooms and in-house “spa concierges” are just a few of the amenities at various high-rise projects in downtown Chicago.

If you’re more worried about the cost of assessments than being pampered, consider if the amenity has tangible real estate value or is a case of “people marketing,” says Gail Lissner of Appraisal Research Counselors. A fitness room with gym equipment adds value to a building, but a gym instructor adds to the cost of assessments, she notes.

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