November 2009

4605 N Hermitage – Abbott House

November 10, 2009

Abbott House is now available at a lower price – $ 2,338,000. Once the home of Dr Wallace C. Abbott, founder of Abbott Laboratories, this  1891 Queen Anne victorian home was named a Chicago landmark in 2006. The home sits on a 92 x 165 ‘ lot — nearly half an acre!  The 7 bedrooms [...]

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3 Ways to Thank a Vet on Veterans Day

November 10, 2009

Let’s mark the graves and decorate with flags. But let’s also honor the vets who are among us today. Here are three ways to thank a Vet on Veterans Day… 1.  Donate to Honor Flight Chicago 2.  Put November 19, 2009 on your calendar… Attend the Welcome Home ceremony at Midway Airport.  It takes about [...]

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5511 N Lakewood – Lakewood Balmoral Gut Rehab

November 9, 2009

From top to bottom, 5511 N Lakewood is undergoing a rehab.  Originally built in 1910, the lovely vintage exterior will remain while 2010 amenities are going in. The home is listed at $ 1,575,000, and early buyers can choose their finishes.  Situated on a 37.5′ wide lot, the home will include 5 bedrooms and 3 [...]

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In Fine Spirits – Andersonville

November 9, 2009

Shame on me for not taking advantage of this great spot before!  I have shopped but I have not “savored” ! Saturday night, we dined at In Fine Spirits on Clark Street in Andersonville.  What a night, wasn’t it?  The warmest November night I can remember, they had thankfully kept the outdoor patio prepared for [...]

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Chicago Real Estate 1908 and Today

November 8, 2009

In addition to the Robie House, the following homes – for sale today – were built in 1908… 856 W Buena $ 1,049,000 Uptown – Hutchinson Historic District 1422 W Berteau $ 1,195,000 Graceland West 4830 N Paulina $ 854,00 Ravenswood 3822 N Seeley $ 995,000 North Center – Bell School District 5323 N Wayne [...]

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Congress Extends Home Buyer Tax Credit

November 5, 2009

Congress voted today to extend the home buyer tax credit.  Here’s how to qualify for the $ 8000 savings: Sign a contract to purchase by 4/30/10 and close by June 30 Buy a home for less than $ 800,000 You must be a first time buyer — i.e. if you haven’t owned a home for [...]

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