December 2009

5253 N Lakewood – Andersonville Home for Sale

December 31, 2009

This week’s focus in on 5253 N. Lakewood, located in historic Lakewood Balmoral.  It’s been reduced to $ 850,000, and is now the best opportunity to own a single family home in Andersonville. The home was built in 1903 on a 37′ wide oversized lot.  Improvements include a renovated kitchen with Wood-Mode cabinets and Space [...]

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Edgewater Home Sales – 2009

December 31, 2009

Single Family Home Sales were up in 2009 — 44 houses sold this year vs 40 in 2008.  During this time, median home prices dropped.  The average home price was $ 547,500 — a 6.5 % drop from the previous year. See Homes for sale in Edgewater To see homes for sale in Edgewater or [...]

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Historic Homes for Sale in Chicago

December 13, 2009

Interested in old – vintage houses?  This tour of historic homes for sale on Chicago’s north side gives a glimpse into the  landmark treasures which are currently available from the Chicago Multiple Listing Service. They’re not my listings — I present them to you so you can see what’s out there.  If you are interested [...]

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Graceland West Real Estate Update

December 5, 2009

No properties closed in Graceland West last month.  One home, 1422 W Berteau, went under contract. The best deal for a single family home in Graceland West is 1424 W Berteau, now listed at $ 899,000.  This 1908 historic home sits on a 30 x 125 ‘ lot and is a great opportunity to buy [...]

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East Ravenswood Real Estate Update

December 4, 2009

Many homes are for sale right now in East Ravenswood. Someone got a great deal on 4120 N Hermitage — listed at $ 545,000, this historic home sits on a 26 x 165′ lot.  It needs work, but lot sizes like this are rare in Chicago, and the neighborhood certainly can support a renovation on [...]

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1422 W Berteau – Under Contract

December 2, 2009

This lovely home at 1422 W Berteau, in Graceland West, is now under contract.   Originally listed at $ 1,395,000, it was most recently available for sale at $ 1,195,000.  After 202 days, it is now sold and waiting for closing.  The sales price will be public record at that time. The home was built in [...]

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Lakewood Balmoral Real Estate Update

December 1, 2009

Yes!  You can get into a single family in historic Lakewood Balmoral for under $ 560,000! Currently for sale is 5537 N Magnolia, a 4 bedroom 2 bath with fantastic woodwork. 5537 N Magnolia $ 559,000 Status Price RMS BR BA ACTV 5537 N Magnolia $559,000 10 4 2 ACTV 5323 N Wayne $625,000 14 [...]

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