Author: alison
A closer look at the new design for 5440 Sheridan
We thought it was time to take a closer look at Booth Hansen's revamped design for 5440 Sheridan. Edgewater residents complained that the original des [...]
Developer unveils plans for Kinzie Station – the neighborhood
Developer Fifield Companies' elaborates on plans for Kinzie Station, a $750 million development of six apartment towers with 2,451 units on a site bou [...]
Take advantage of Chicago housing market slowdown to negotiate better upgrades
Home inspector Tom Corbett, who writes New Homes Magazine's monthly "New Construction Corner" column says that now is the time for buyers to ask devel [...]
Chicago deal of the day: a $5,000 credit at Hubbard Street Lofts
Ruttenberg Capital Managment is offering a $5,000 credit to buyers of the remaining two- and three-bedroom units at Hubbard Street Lofts, 1050 W Hubba [...]
Which amenities are most attractive to buyers in Chicago's high-rise market?
Do buyers really go for the fancy amenities offered at some Chicago high-rises? Which amenities are important to you and why? Fountains, hot tubs, bus [...]
South Loop development shapes up as hot election issue in Haithcock's 2nd ward
The quality of residential construction and development in the South Loop is gearing up as a hot button issue in the upcoming aldermanic race in the s [...]
Fewer amenities, lower assessments at 1349 South Wabash Private Residences, says developer
As developers of some Chicago high-rises opt for splashy amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools and movie rooms (or in X / O's case an "aqu [...]
Smells like (Bear) team spirit in the South Loop
Actually, I thought I would see a little more flag-waving than I did on my brisk little walk down Indiana Avenue this morning. [...]
What's inside the vault at Prairie District Lofts?
Here's a peek inside Prairie District Lofts, 1727 S Prairie Ave, the condo conversion of a South Loop apartment building that was once a Kodak film m [...]
Chicago deal of the day: R+D659 offers 1.5 percent rate cut
A few Chicago developers are offering buyers finance programs, which are often contingent on securing a mortgage with a preferred lender who is someho [...]
Face of which Chicago 'hood?
Hopefully this one will be a no-brainer - we talked about this legendary establishment recently.
In which neighborhood did photographer Barry Peterso [...]
Chicago deal of the day: "Blind" incentives at Printers Corner
Here's a new one - at least it is for Yo's truly: Buyers at Winthrop Properties' Printers Corner get to draw a "blind incentive" out of a hat. Possibl [...]
Chicago deal of the day: Affordable units at Century Tower
American Invsco is offering affordably-priced units to the last 20 buyers at its conversion high-rise project, Century Tower, 182 W Lake St.
"If you [...]
A Loopy good time at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Yo's truly spent yesterday afternoon at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park, a place which feels like its own little world, a world wher [...]
Chicago buyer cuts a deal for a condo with a "New York view"
Sometimes buyers can cut even bigger deals if they're prepared to purchase a "less popular" unit. We told you about the $10,000 price cut at Library T [...]
Slow market? Not if you're cruising in the $4 million range, says Rubloff
Forty-seven homes priced at $4 million or more were sold in Chicago last year, up from 29 in 2005, according to statistics on new and resale condos an [...]
Chicago deal of the day: Free assessments at The Flats on LaSalle
Metropolitan Development Enterprises is offering free assessments for one year to entice buyers at the eight-story conversion project The Flats on LaS [...]
Chicago preservationists discuss reasons for seeking landmark status
The winter edition of Preservation Chicago's quarterly journal, The Voice (not yet online), features essays from four preservationists about why they [...]
Spring prognosis for the Chicago housing market
The Chicago housing market will likely post stronger sales in the spring, according to a couple of industry experts. Yes, top brokers have a vested in [...]
Reliving history at RDM's 1400 N Lake Shore Drive
"The key to bringing 1400 N Lake Shore Drive into the 21st century for modern homebuyers while maintaining its vintage appeal was to draw inspiratio [...]