Don’t build your home, grow it!
By · CommentsChess Records Lofts 320 E. 21st. St.
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Chess Records
The South Loop in Chicago offers a really unique opportunity to own a part of history in the form of concrete lofts in the Old Chess Records Company building. Not to long ago it seemed that this neighborhood was a forgotten area in the south loop, marked by empty warehouses & urban blight. Now transformed into a vibrant trendy neighborhood, one that you will be proud to call home.
Located in the Historical Prairie District at South Prairie Avenue and 21st Street Chess Lofts is an innovative redevelopment of a former warehouse owned by the Chess Record Company.
Chess Records Building 1911
The units have been rehabbed with beautiful finished such as new hardwood floors, Stainless steel appliances & granite counters. The ceiling heights vary from 12 ft. to 16 ft. There are 1 & 2 bedroom floor plans to choose from. The 1 bedrooms start at 793 Sq. ft. and the 2 bedrooms start at 1168 Sq. Ft. and all units have balcony’s with gorgeous lake or city views and huge windows.
The building also offers extra storage, indoor parking, and an exercise room.
There are several restaurants within a few blocks of Chess Lofts. Triad Sushi Lounge and Café Society are popular options within a block of the building. The Cotton Club and Grace O’Malley’s are a popular choice for nightlife in the neighborhood.
Also located within minutes of chess lofts is Soldier Field for football, The Field Museum and The Adler Planetarium.
Chess Lofts is a great building to consider with the new pricing that just came out and now that they are FHA approved, you can own one of these lofts with only 3.5% down.
One Bedrooms start at $169,900
Two Bedrooms start at $229,900
Garage parking is an additional $30,000.
If you are looking to live close to downtown without paying the high prices common in the Gold Coast or Near north side then Chess Lofts is an excellent option to consider.
Dancing in the Streets of Chicago w/Lilou
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Lilou Mace
Meet Lilou Mace, on track to be our next new Talk Show Host on OWN TV
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Looking for a backyard with your Chicago Condo?
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1503 S. State 306 Chicago, Il 60605
Once in a while a very unique property comes along. If you miss the backyard you had growing up, but want the energy of the city then this south loop loft/condo is the perfect home for you. It has a 2000 sq. ft. Terrace complete with Koi pond & fire pit. It also has a 200 sq. ft. year round sunroom. This South Loop Chicago Condo features a high end chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances, granite counters with full height backsplash, designer bathrooms and 13′ ceilings.
The south loop is one of the fastest growing neighborhoods in Chicago as it sets a new standard for city living. It is located just south of the Chicago Loop making it a convenient area to live for those who also work downtown. Within walking distance of this condo building are many restaurants, boutiques, grocery shopping, and several medical offices. And when you are not enjoying your chicago “backyard” you can walk just 3 blocks to Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan offers a beautiful lakefront with miles of walking /riding paths as well as beautiful beaches. This home truly combines suburban creature comforts with the vibrant energy of city living!
Chicago Architecture History
By · CommentsHere is a link to a great article about the 1909 plan of Chicago:
Daniel Burnham, visionary behind the World’s Columbian Exposition and The Plan of Chicago, said, “Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men’s blood and probably will not themselves be realized.” And so I begin my exploration into Chicago’s Architecture with a big undertaking indeed: discussing the 1909 Plan of Chicago…..
http://blueprintchicago.wordpress.com/2009/12/22/plan-of-chicago-paris-on-the-prairie/
Source – http://blueprintchicago.wordpress.com/
2 Bed/2 Bath Michigan Avenue Condo
By · CommentsLive the good life in your new Michigan Ave. condo in the Near South Loop across from Grant Park. This home shows like a model! The owners upgraded both bedrooms with hardwood floors and the master bath with double bowl sinks. They also outfitted all the windows with custom window treatments & upgraded all the light fixtures.
Imagine you wake up in the morning, walk 1/2 block to Starbuck’s for your favorite morning beverage and then enjoy it as you stroll along the lakefront 1 block away. When you return you can get your daily workout right in the buildings gym. Then off to work in the loop which is a 5 minute walk!
The Columbian is a premier luxury building at the corner of Michigan Ave. & Roosevelt Rd. Easy access to the expressways, public transportation right outside your door and the green line, orange line & red line 1 block west. Call 312-296-9300 for a private showing. more info: www.1160smichigan2702.com
Michigan Avenue Condos
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Michigan Avenue Condos
Many people search for a Michigan Ave. address when looking for a downtown Chicago Luxury Condo. And for good reason, many of the Michigan Avenue Condo buildings located on the “Magnificent Mile” are luxurious homes with beautiful views and shopping, nightlife and culture right outside your door. There is a nice selection of beautiful Michigan Avenue Condos to choose from and we will take a look at a few here.
The newest of these buildings is the private residences at 664 N. Michigan Avenue, these condos will be managed by the impeccable Ritz Carlton. This Michigan Avenue Condo building is offering 88 ultra-luxurios residences ranging in size from 1370 sq. ft. one bedroom to the grand penthouses of 6500 sq. ft. They will have a full floor private club for the exclusive use of the residents and their guests. The amenities also include a grand salon, private dining room, a billiard room, wine cellar, a screening room, state of the art health club and spa.
To view all the homes available at 664 N. Michigan Ave. Click here
Some other Michigan Ave. Luxury Condos:
800 N. Michigan
The Park Hyatt at 800 N. Michigan. One of the most prestigious Michigan Avenue Condos buildings is The Park Tower Condos located at 800 N. Michigan Ave. This is the perfect residential building for pampering services and indulgent amenities. The Park Hyatt was named top 20 ‘World’s Best Hotels” by Institutional Investor. The lobby features museum quality works of art, sophisticated décor, award winning dining at Nomi and a personal service team that is dedicated to your comfort & the residences enjoy all the amenities of the hotel. This is a Michigan Avenue condo building that should not be missed!
To view all the homes available at 800 N. Michigan Ave. Click here
950 N. Michigan
This is a beautiful mixed-use high-rise is located right on Michigan Avenue’s famed shopping district. This Michigan Avenue condo building is 57 stories high and houses high-end fashion retailers on the ground floor, office space on the next 20 floors, and condominium residences on 23-56. 950 N. Michigan Avenue allows the owners to live in a high rise building with all the conveniences of a doorman, exercise room and an indoor pool while still allowing them the privacy of a single family home. With 30 different floor plans ranging from 1- 3 bedrooms you can easily choose the one that fits your lifestyle. One Magnificent Mile is a Michigan Avenue condo building that offers all the modern luxuries that you would expect as well as the personal service that you deserve!
To view all the homes available at 950 N. Michigan Ave. Click here
The Palmolive 159 E. Walton Chicago
The Palmolive Building Landmark Residences located at 159 E. Walton in Chicago is one of the most significant adaptive reuses ever undertaken of a landmark building. Originally completed in 1929 as Chicago’s most prestigious office building, and to house the headquarters of the Colgate-Palmolive Company, the Palmolive Building was world renowned for its dynamic stepped design, and is considered to be among the finest examples of Art Deco architecture in the world. It was also famous for its Lindbergh Beacon mounted atop a specially designed mast. The building also served as the headquarters of Playboy Magazine from 1967-1990.
The building underwent a major adaptive reuse in 2001 / 2002. The retail space was renovated and expanded, and the offices were converted to ultra-luxury condominiums. All building systems were replaced, and parking and loading were added. When completed, the Palmolive Building resulted in 102 ultraluxury condominiums with an average price of more than $2 Million, including several of Chicago’s most valuable condominium residences.
The amenities at The Palmolive Condo luxury condo building include 24 hour Door Person, Health Club, On-Site Management and party room.
Click here to view all homes for sale or rent at The Palmolive 159 E. Walton
The Palmolive 159 E. Walton Chicago
Downtown Chicago Luxury Condo – The Pinnacle 21 E. Huron
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21 E. Huron The Pinnacle
This is the 2nd of my favorite Downtown Chicago Luxury condo buildings.
Located in the vibrant & prestigious Cathedral District of Chicago’s Gold Coast is the Pinnacle located at 21 E. Huron. Designed by Lucien Lagrange this 49 story building features 1, 2, & 3 bedroom homes ranging in size from 1000 sq. ft. to 5400 sq. ft. as well as 8 penthouses. This building takes downtown Chicago Luxury Condo living to a new level. All homes feature marble entries, marble master baths, fireplaces, gourmet kitchens, floor to ceiling windows and huge balconies. The building has a 24 hour doormen, health club, spa, indoor pool and sundeck, entertainment suite & terrace, private theater and business center with conference facilities and bike storage. The Pinnacle also offers hotel like services including a wide array of concierge services.
Just like the Fordham, the Pinnacle is also 2 blocks from Michigan Avenue. Walk out your door to everything! Restaurants, Shopping, Nightlife.
If you are looking for a downtown Chicago Luxury Building , the Pinnacle should also be on your list.
Click here to view all homes for sale or rent at The Pinnacle 21 E. Huron
The Pinnacle 21 E. Huron Entry
Downtown Chicago Luxury Condos – The Fordham
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The Fordham 25 E. Superior
There are many Chicago Condo Luxury Buildings, so for my next 5 posts I would like to concentrate on my 5 favorites starting with:
The Fordham – 25 E. Superior Chicago, ll 60611
This building is 50 stories, with 244 homes, this makes it one of the tallest residential luxury buildings in Chicago. The 11th floor is comprised of townhouses that open into a garden courtyard & the top 10 floors consist of custom penthouse homes. The exterior of this building exudes Vintage charm but inside there is no shortage of sophisticated amenities. The interiors feature high ceilings, expansive windows with fabulous city views, private terraces and finely crafted wood & marble finishes. The building amenities include a private wine cellar & tasting room, a humidor room & lounge, screening room, spa, year around pool, health club, maid & room service and 2 doormen to greet you at the front door as well as concierge service. Living at the Fordham is pure luxury.
All this in the Cathedral District 2 blocks from Michigan Avenue. Walk out your door to everything! Restaurants, Shopping, Nightlife.
If you are looking for a downtown Chicago Luxury Building , you should definitely put the Fordham on your list.
Click here to view all the Chicago Luxury Condos available for sale or rent at he Fordham
Click here to view a very special brand new 5000 sq. ft. Luxury Condo at the Fordham
The Fordham 25 E. Superior Entry
