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March 26, 2019

The Best Streets for Luxury Real Estate in Chicago are Found in Lincoln Park and the Gold Coast

There are streets around the world that you know by name—Bourbon Street, Rodeo Drive, Madison Avenue. These blocks have gained notoriety thanks to rich history, acclaimed architecture and notable destinations. In real estate, there are also buzzworthy blocks, known simply for being a hub for high-end properties. Chicago has its own brand of city-famous streets […]

March 5, 2019

The 10 Most Important Things To Help Sell Your Chicago Luxury Home In 2019

As we head into 2019, luxury real estate may be poised for a bit of a softening. In Chicago and other major areas, numbers indicate that the supply of luxury homes is outpacing demand, causing a slowdown in the market for high-end real estate. At the same time, the cost of luxury living in Chicago […]

March 1, 2019

Luxury Chicago Condo in the Fordham is a Modern Aficionado’s Dream Home

While Chicago has much to offer in the way of architecture and design, a pure modern aesthetic isn’t as prevalent in real estate—which makes this luxury condo in the Fordham ultra-unique. This, 3,700 square foot, penthouse-level condo was renovated and designed for the most discerning modernist in ways that showcase its 180-degree views and deliver […]

December 14, 2018

Luxury Chicago Single-Family Sales in November Take a Dive

‘Tis the season for real estate to start seeing its typical slowdown, and we certainly saw that in November as the Chicago weather moved straight into winter temperatures. But if you can handle the turning of the seasons, this time of year is a great one for buyers to get a real estate deal. I […]

December 14, 2018

Luxury Chicago Condo Sales Down Considerably in November

Chicago luxury real estate has largely thrived in 2018, as we’ve reported with each month’s recap. But, the seasonal shift in the market became apparent in November sales, which saw just 33 sales of luxury condos (those sold for $1 million-plus). Sale prices of Chicago condos in November went all the way up to $6 […]

October 31, 2018

Chicago Luxury Single Family Home Market Continues To Be Strong In September

Whether it’s the time of year or the market experiencing a slow down, luxury real estate is slowing down in many parts of the country. But here in Chicago, the high-end market is certainly holding its own, as evidenced by the fact that 14 homes closed for more than $2 million in September. The top […]

October 21, 2018

Chicago New Luxury Construction in Prime Locations on a Tear in September

Even as we close in on the end of the year, the luxury real estate market doesn’t seem to be going into hibernation. New and newer luxury condos sold at a fast pace in September, which seems to be an anomaly compared to many other major cities in the U.S. Chicago continues to be one […]

October 2, 2018

Bigger is Better in August’s Single Family Luxury Home Sales in Chicago

As the saying goes: “Go big or go home.” Luxury home buyers in August did both, as the top homes sold during the month each stretched over impressive square footage and lot sizes. The most expensive sale for August sits on not one, but three oversized city lots. It’s clear that home and lot size […]

October 2, 2018

Chicago Luxury Condo Sales Were Sizzling in August

Summer weather brought the heat during the dog days of summer—and so did the Chicago luxury real estate market. The hottest building in the city was new construction darling 9 W Walton, which occupied 7 out of 10 of the most expensive sales for the month. August is typically a slow month for real estate […]

September 18, 2018

The 5 Most Expensive Luxury Homes in Chicago Sold In July Were On Larger-Than-Standard Lots

The luxury market for single-family homes continued to move in July, though the price range has tempered a bit compared to what we’ve seen in recent months. July’s sales were largely in the $3 million range, whereas the top sales for much of early summer ranged from $5 million all the way up to $8 […]

February 7, 2018

Chicago Luxury Homes Closed in December Were on a Tear

Chicago luxury home sales hardly went on a winter break at the end of 2017. The month of December saw $107 million in total sales volume for homes sold for $1 million and up. And the ultra-luxury category showed healthy sales as well. During December, there were 18 deals made for more than $2 million. […]

December 5, 2017

Chicago Luxury Homes Sales Held Up in October with 8 Homes Sold for More Than $2 Million

Chicago luxury home sales seemed to perk up in October, especially when compared to the soft September that preceded it. October saw $58 million in total sales of luxury single-family homes, ranging from $1 million up to $7.5 million. Eight of the 33 luxury homes sold were over a $2 million price point. Here’s a […]

August 30, 2017

Chicago Luxury Home Sales Focused on Ultra-Luxury in July

High-end real estate in Chicago kept pace with the weather in July: hot, hot, hot. Luxury-single family homes saw an incredibly strong month of sales, particularly on the very high end. Twelve of the $1 million-plus sales of single family homes were actually in the $2 million-plus range. And six of them were in the […]

November 8, 2016

On the Chicago Real Estate Market: Pristine Penthouse Condo in the Heart of Wicker Park

Located on a spectacular street in Wicker Park, this extra-wide condo offers everything you’d want in a great location: Close to the neighborhood’s vibrant hub of activity, a high Walkscore and an easy trip into downtown. Address: 1947 W Evergreen, Unit D Size: 2 bedroom, 2 bath Neighborhood: Wicker Park/Bucktown Price: $449,000 Contact: Sheldon Salnick, […]

July 14, 2014

New on the Chicago Real Estate Market: 3-Bedroom in Jefferson Park

One of my favorite things about real estate in Chicago is that there really is something for everyone—modern high-rises for urban aficionados; quiet, tree-lined streets for those who love the feel of the suburbs; and of course, many things in between. Newly available is a Chicago home right with the best of both of those […]

July 8, 2014

Luxury Chicago Real Estate Continues to Move Briskly with May Single-Family Home Sales

With inventory still fairly low in the Chicago real estate market, luxury properties with much to offer are moving quickly. The location of May’s single-family home sales are no surprise: Lincoln Park, the Gold Coast and Lakeview all topped the list of the most expensive homes sold in May. These neighborhoods are a dream for […]

March 25, 2014

Why do we Fall in Love with Chicago Real Estate?

Maybe it’s the view. The square footage. The architectural details. There are a lot of reasons why buyers become enamored with a particular Chicago home or condo. Many of my clients say they go home after seeing a property only to learn they can’t stop thinking about it. A recent survey by realtor.com revealed that […]

September 18, 2013

Chicago Real Estate Sales in August Were All About Lincoln Park

Chicago single-family home sales in August continue the trend we saw in July—the most expensive homes sold are in the $2 million to $2.9 million range. Luxury real estate in Chicago typically exceeds that $2.9 million figure. In fact, in many recent months we’ve seen the sold price on the most expensive homes exceed $4 […]

July 29, 2013

Lincoln Park Was Hot in June, Where 7 of 11 Most Luxurious Homes Sold

The numbers are in for Chicago luxury home sales in June, with 60 single-family homes closing for a total of $87.6 million. The top 11 sales ranged from $2 million up to the most expensive sale at $4.2 million–and not surprisingly, 7 of those 11 were found in Lincoln Park, one of the city’s most […]