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Best Buy in Lakewood Balmoral – 5210 Magnolia – $ 875,000

July 26, 2010

There are many good choices for vintage, historic homes in Lakewood Balmoral.  Two homes have closed this month, but there are still good options available for those interested in buying a single family home.
The best value in this Andersonville historic district is 5210 N Magnolia. The home was purchased just a couple years ago, but [...]

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Albany Park Condo Open Houses Sunday, July 11

July 9, 2010

Come see these great condos for sale
in Albany Park!….

4830 N Albany 2N- $ 275,000

Open 11 – 1 pm

This fantastic 2 bedroom plus den rehab (1600-ish square feet) is only 4 year new but looks like new construction!  Brazilian wood floors, stainless and granite kitchen, sunny front [...]

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What Does $ 4 Million Buy in Lincoln Park?

June 3, 2010
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This month, $4 Million is the price for 2248 N Orchard, a new 8,550 square foot 6 bedroom home on a 31 foot wide lot.  Located near Oz Park in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood,  the home includes a mahogany paneled library, 2 tiered terrace with fireplace, and an elevator to all levels, including the [...]

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West Lincoln Square condo sellers will pay closing costs

May 8, 2010
4830 Albany

The home buyer tax credit expired, but Chicago first time buyers still have great opportunities!
One Chicago condo for sale – a real estate bargain -  is a 2 bedroom condo at 4830 N Albany in West Lincoln Square.  Reduced to $289,900, I challenge Chicago real estate buyers to find a better choice for price, condition, [...]

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Lincoln Square – Albany Park – Best Restaurants and Retail

April 8, 2010
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Best restaurants and retail shopping in Albany Park – Lincoln Square …
When buyers look for a home,  they want to know where are the best  eating and shopping establishments.  After all, we all need to easily get fresh groceries, find a reliable dry cleaner, enjoy parks, eat reasonably priced and tasty restaurant food, and access [...]

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4830 N Albany – Albany Park – 2 Bedroom Condo for Sale

March 26, 2010

4830 N Albany is a fantastic 2 bedroom condo for sale in East Albany Park.  With two full baths (one in the master) and a den/office, it’s a perfect choice for first time buyers looking to take advantage of the home buyer tax credit. It’s near the hot Francisco el stop on the Brown line [...]

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3141 N Clifton – Lakeview Single Family – an Inviting Home and Garden

March 8, 2010
3141 N Clifton back garden patio

A Prudential Rubloff
Fine Homes Listing…
$1,349,900

3141 N Clifton is a home for the confident social maven — lovingly rehabbed over 3 years by a thoughtful owner (not a cookie cutter spec home builder) -  it doesn’t scream at you.  The details and finishes, the floor plan,  chef’s kitchen, and patio garden  gently  sweep over you  [...]

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Chicago Historic Bungalow Lectures – Rehab, Rehab Loans, Home Improvement, More

March 1, 2010
Albany Park Bungalow

The Chicago Bungalow Initiative sponsors “how to” seminars for owners of these historic vintage homes, or for those who want to buy them!
The spring series includes how-to seminars on home rehabs and rehab loans.  The lectures will also include information on creating your own garden and about maintaining your masonry exterior and tuckpointing.  Readers know [...]

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Condo For Sale – First Time Buyer Alert and Chicago Real Estate Bargain

February 28, 2010
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4830 N Albany
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$ 289,900

This West Lincoln Square condo is for sale, but is NOT yet available through the Multiple Listing Service.  It’s perfect for first time buyers wanting to take advantage of the tax credit, but you’ll need to act soon–the tax credit ends April 30.  Just steps away from the Francisco stop on the [...]

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5407 Lakewood – Buy of the Week – $879,000

February 13, 2010

Run, don’t walk, to see this fantastic Lakewood Balmoral home – just listed for sale yesterday.  At this price, in this condition, in this location, it is without a doubt the
Chicago Real Estate
Buy of the Week
At $ 879,000, it will not be on the market very long.  It’s an absolutely charming historic home, and it [...]

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