A new high has been set for homes in East Ravenswood. This single family home at 4420 N Paulina is listed at $3,350,000.
It is a special home, indeed. Built by architect John Morrell in 1900, and situated on a 38 x 165′ lot, this home has ben lovingly restored and updated with all the conveniences [...]
I had the pleasure of visiting 546 W Hawthorne this week. Listed at $ 5,400,000, it’s been reduced $200K during its 9 months on the MLS. Known as the John F McConnell house, it’s located in the Hawthorne Historic District of Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood.
This home is beautifully sited on a 100 x 200′ lot, and [...]
427 W Roslyn closed this week for $ 1,300,000. Built in 1894, this will be the fifth owner to enjoy this fantastic Chicago historic landmark property. Originally listed for $ 1,695,000, the home was on the market for 115 days.
This Queen Anne home is in the Chicago landmark district called Arlington and Roslyn Place district [...]
Unbuilt Projects and Fantasy Architecture
This weekend, Edgewater Historical Society Museum is hosting Thom Greene’s collection of designs, sketches, and renderings. The exhibition will run from April 24 until June 6, 2009. The first half of the collection, created over the past 20 years, consists of unbuilt designs and concepts for various sites within [...]
For those who love historic Chicago property, this west Andersonville (Edgewater) bungalow is a delight. It’s rehabbed with a lovely kitchen and baths. The historic home’s woodwork and stained glass windows are sensational. There’s a side drive and lovely brick back patio.
1718 W Gregory
$ 1,400,000
I don’t often see bungalows in such a great condition, nor [...]
There are 3 homes for sale in Lincoln Square above $ 1,500,000, and today I had the pleasure of visiting one of them – an exquisite property at 2148 W Giddings.
The pictures don’t do it justice, and the exterior doesn’t provide a clue as to what you’ll find inside. While the finishes are exquisite, the [...]
Last month, single family home sales on Chicago’s north side rose 144% over Feb ‘09 sales, but this is still only 54% of units closed in March 2008. The 39 units closed represent almost an 18 month inventory, as today’s single family listings are 689.
These March units closed (39) represented a median sales price of [...]
Which neighborhood is best for dog owners? Are dogs welcome in condos?
Dogs are welcome in Chicago condos most of the time, but there are often limits to the number and size of the dogs, as well as some neuter requirements. Make sure your Realtor works diligently to find out the condo rules for the building [...]
