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Residential housing in Streeterville is very distinctive, from its new and vintage hi-rises to it’s mid-size condominiums and co-ops.Streeterville is one of Chicago’s most cosmopolitan neighborhoods, just steps away from the Magnificent Mile and some of the world’s most fashionable shops, four-star restaurants, museums and theaters. In addition, Navy Pier is within walking distance, where residents have access to shopping, recreation, music or simply taking in the sights. Streeterville caters to people of all walks of life which is a large part of it’s magnetic nature and the fact that this community is in such a prime location offers the additional benefit of being able to depend on public transportation for moving about the area; many locals are within easy walking distance.

Residential housing in Uptown is very diverse, ranging from mansions along Lake Michigan to moderately priced apartment buildings. Many single family homes and lakefront condominiums exist in this area. Quite few new residential buildings have recently been completed or proposed, along with several buildings being converted into affordable condominiums. Located near the lake and public transportation , Uptown is one of Chicago’s most ethnically diverse neighborhoods with bakeries, restaurants and import stores of Uptown’s expansive Asian community.

Zip Code: 60645, $159,900.00, 2 bedroom/1 bath. Beautiful and spacious Rogers Park condo, in move in condition. This wonderful downtown Chicago residence has a newly remodeled bathroom, dining room, family room and lots of closet space. Parking is available

Zip Code: 60605, $345,000, 2 bedroom/2 bath. Very tasteful condo in Printers Row with hardwood floors, kitchen with granite countertops. This downtown Chicago residence includes breakfast bar and major appliances. Amenities include a 24 hour doorman, exercise room and sundeck, clubhouse complete with pool, billiards, party room. Garage parking is also available.

Included as part of the South Loop, Printer’s Row is an area just south of the Loop in downtown Chicago, and is comprised of condominiums and lofts created from converted warehouses, printing plants and other historical buildings. Many of these residential properties have fabulous views of Chicago and Lake Michigan. The neighborhood is within walking distance of the Loop, making it convenient for those working in the area; after hours the area comes alive with a mixture of blues clubs, various music localities and neighborhood pubs where residents like to gather .

The Lake Shore Drive improvements made over the years have made South Loop real estate increasingly more desirable. With an abundance of residential housing options, this neighborhood continues to appeal to many home buyers. From new upper-bracket single family homes to condominium and loft buildings, the South Loop is an ideal combination of city living and convenience.

Zip Code: 60661 ,$317,900, 2 bedroom/2 bath .This fabulous West Loop home features hardwood floors, 12 foot ceilings and a flood of natural light. There are granite counter tops in the kitchen , lots of cabinet space, and a real eat-in kitchen. The rooms in this beautiful downtown Chicago condo are very generous in size; a fireplace is included. Master suite has a huge walk-in closet, with a bathroom equipped with a soaking tub and double vanity sink. This unit includes a balcony with a view and is located in a building with all the amenities such as, full-time management and maintenance staff on-site, a dry cleaner, an fully equipped fitness facility, two rooftop decks with fabulous views, and a basketball court. The location is very conveniently located with public transportation only 2 blocks away. Prime garage parking space is available for an additional $32,000.

The downtown subdivision of Lakeview offers so much to the would-be real estate buyer, including excellent transportation, close proximity to Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan, and easy access to shopping and other various activities; truly a great recreational and cultural community. Home to Wrigley Field and nearby Waveland Golf Course in Lincoln Park, Lakeview offers fabulous shopping, restaurants and a vibrant night-life. Many of the lovely cottages and Victorian mansions of the early 1900’s remain stretched out along Lincoln, Belmont and Ashland Avenues. Lakeview has a little of everything, from single-family homes to residential apartment buildings and new construction to recent condo/loft conversions. Come, enjoy the good life!

Zip Code: 60614, $625,000, 3 bedroom/2.5 bath, 1400 Sq. Ft. Unique Lakeview duplex residential with 1 bedroom below already rented at $1,000 a month. One would also have the option of converting this downtown Chicago property into a town home or purchasing as two separate units.

Zip Code: 60614, $379,900, 2 bedrooms/2.5 bath, 1330 Sq. Ft. Beautiful , brand new luxury Gold Coast condo with shared elevator, this wonderful Chicago real property boasts hardwood floors, granite counter tops, major appliances, and more! 1 outside parking space included in the price of this great piece of real estate.

One of the oldest areas in Chicago, the Gold Coast dates back to 1882. Some of the most desirable real estate in Chicago and historic architecture can be found here, a lot of it right by the lake. Nearly any type of Chicago architecture can be found in this area: high-rise condominium buildings, co-ops, townhouses, brownstones, greystones, and luxurious mansions. Most residential properties are one of a kind in this region and have been preserved and designated as Chicago landmarks. Residents enjoy beautiful views of the lake along Lake Shore Drive and the Gold Coast has the advantage Oak Street Beach right down the block, an ideal place for biking, running and walking .

Rogers Park , a real estate community in the northernmost section of Chicago, is the only residential community in that area with direct access to Lake Michigan. In fact, many of its buildings are right next to the beach with fantastic views. Rogers Park’s borders Devon on the south; Evanston on the north, Western on the west and Lake Michigan on the east. Lifestyle in this area are similar to that of it’s neighbors, but with housing that is less expensive, and transportation that is conveniently accessible to the downtown area and Chicago’s northern suburbs.

Kane County’s largest community, Carpentersville, offers many affordable homes to first-time real estate buyers, and is a great place for finding appealing apartment complexes. Condominiums and town homes are growing popular throughout the area in various developments, including Willoughby Farms. Additional benefits are the excellent schools and shopping, good neighbors, and great recreation opportunities that continue to attract more and more families to this lovely place along the Fox River.

Cary, Illinois is located some fifty miles northwest of Chicago in southeast McHenry County, and is thought of as a wonderful place to own real estate property and raise a family. Community officials are constantly striving to improve the village giving confidence to the residents that they will continue to have many opportunities to be successful. Cary’s unemployment rate is nearly non-existent with only 3.2 of it’s residents without a job. The crime rate is relatively low with less than 35 cases for any serious crime. Sound good? Find a trustworthy REALTOR to help you make the right move.

With the population of only 1,345 people, the village of Wonder Lake is, for most, a welcome change from the big city. Owning real estate in Wonder Lake or just living in this area is the ultimate for one who loves the outdoors. There are so many choices; swimming, fishing, boating, going to the park with your family. That is what Wonder Lake is all about.

The median for residential property in Wonder Lake is around $165,740, which can be a great starting point for a first time real estate purchase. Single-family homes are averaging from about $100,000 - $500,000 and can be found in just about any of the subdivisions. Find a REALTOR you can trust to help you purchase that perfect home.

Chicago area home sales started the year 2005 stronger than it did last year at this time. Winter conditions usually cause slowing of real estate activity but statistics show that sales for this time of year are better than expected and price increases are expected to continue. January saw single-family home sales up 3.7 percent from 2004 with the median price of a strong>single-family home being approximately $234,000 in comparison to $217,00 in January of 2004. Condominiums are also on the rise; some 8.5 percent over 2004, constituting a strong part of this upward spiral. According to the Realtors Association, the outlook for interests rates look good for this year, with an average of about 6 %.

The West Loop is an area that has become one of Chicago’s hot places to own residential real estate. The fact that the West Loop has grown faster than most regentrified neighborhoods is mostly attributed to the majority of housing in this area being renovated loft condominiums. At one time this neighborhood was an industrial area and not very trendy, but that has definitely changed. The new construction, restaurants, galleries and the convenience of being just minutes from the expressway and downtown, has made the West Loop the place to be.

Nestled around Nippersink Creek just off Rt. 12, Johnsburg Rd., Spring Grove Rd., and Rt. 173, the community of Spring Grove has a unobstructed view of its future. With careful planning, the community has increased commercially and industrially, helping residential real estate developments increase in high quality homes. Spring Grove offers a wide range of subdivisions to choose from, with the home median value at about $250,000. Whether you are looking for a nice, cozy single-family home or something more luxurious, you will not be disappointed

For the area’s median sales price of some $242,600, St. Charles real estate shoppers are able to buy houses with more living space and more amenities than in similar communities. Located approximately 36 miles west of downtown Chicago, the City of St. Charles, Illinois is the northernmost town of the area known as the Tri-Cities of the Fox Valley, which also include Batavia and Geneva. All three of these cities are located along the Fox River. Regardless of whether it is for business or pleasure, you will never be far from easy accessible transportation by land or air. US and State highways provide commuters and drivers access into and out of St. Charles; Route 64 runs east-west through the center of the city and Interstate highways I-88 and I-90 are conveniently located for St. Charles residents.

According to the 2000 Census, Ringwood has an land area of some 2.3 square miles and a population of 471 . There are approximately 166 residential real estate properties in Ringwood, with some 145 of the houses occupied by their owners. Ringwood homes have an average value of approximately $200,700 and is located about 5 miles from Northern Illinois Medical Center (NIMC) and about 5 miles from Galt Field (in Greenwood / Wonder Lake)

Even as the charming village of Richmond expands it’s commercial real estate base, a down-home atmosphere still lingers throughout its residential property areas. Incorporated in 1872, many Richmond homes prices are still within the medium range and continues to maintain a quality of life and tranquility that is practiced in this area. Independently owned antique and specialty shops, are abundant in the downtown and surrounding area ; beautifully restored buildings that have a special charm, linking them to the past of today’s village.Consider an sample of residential life in this peaceful village:

Zip Code: 60071, $184,000, 4 bedroom/2 bath. This lovely split-level, single-family home in Richmond is situated on a 80 x 100 lot in the subdivision of Hillview. Built in 1979, this McHenry County property has been well cared for. In addition to it’s 4 bedrroms and 2 baths, it has a family room, major appliances with laundry area, central air conditioning and a 2-car attached garage.

Located 50 miles northwest of Chicago, Crystal Lake is a short drive from O’Hare International Airport, and is also near major highways and interstates. There is easy access to Chicago via the Union Pacific rail line resulting in Crystal Lake real estate owners enjoyment of the many employment, cultural and recreational opportunities that a major metro city has to offer, and at the same time, life in a town with a pleasant, friendly atmosphere.

Zip Code: 60110, $399,900, 4 bedroom/2.1 bath, 4,000 sq. ft. Stately 2-story, Carpentersville property. Very impressive, with an entryway that extends the full length of the home. This piece of Carpentersville real estate boasts a full basement, master suite with sitting room, study on the first floor, 9′ ceilings throughout, gourmet kitchen and zoned central air. This beautiful residence also has a patio and 2.5-car garage with remote openers, all sitting on 1/4 acre of land.

Last month Arlington Heights trustees declined issuing a building permit to construct condominiums and shops at Dunton and Campbell Street to Metroscapes LLC, a mixed-use development company. However, after the real estate developer agreed to help expand a nearby parking structure to accomodate additional traffic, the permit was given final approval. The developer agreed to contribute $283,500 toward the parking structure.

Approval has also been given for the sale of four properties to Metroscapes for $465,000. The funds are to used in the building of a walkway around the property development. The developer has also agreed to contribute $75,000 to help build the walkway.

Zip Code: 60002, $496,500, 4 bedroom/2 bath.Totally awesome lakefront, ranch-style home in the Chain-O-Lakes area. Right on “Channel Lake”, with 90 Feet of Lake Frontage. This is a huge Chain O’Lakes residence with 3700 sq. ft. of living space, a large family room and a recreation room that is not quite finished, The house sits on almost an acre of real estate, with building possibilities on the lakeside. This house sits high, offering a splendid view of the lake, with a cedar spa and a possibility of a in-law arrangement.

Just south of the Illinois/Wisconsin border and approximately 40 miles northwest of Chicago, one can find the Chain-O-Lakes area,located in both Lake County and McHenry County, Illinois. What a fun place to come and enjoy your weekends, and it dosen’t matter which time of the year it is. If you are thinking of living on the “Chain”, you are really in store for a treat. There’s Chain-O-Lakes real estate to be had for those who hanker for the good life.

Zip Code: 60034, $299,900, 3 Bedroom/1 Bath. This pleasant ranch-style, single-family property in Hebron has 6 total rooms comprising a dining room, fireplace, central air conditioning, vaulted ceilings with skylight, basement and a 2-car garage. It is also equipped with a deck and storage building. This McHenry County home sits on 1/2 to 1 acre of real estate.

Algonquin officials gave the preliminary o-kay to begin building a mega-shopping center. The village board has agreed to approve the first phase of said Galleria, which will include a 15,000-square-foot multitenant complex on some 34 acres of property which borders the County line and Randall Road.

To fully develop the commercial center will take years and the local residents are concerned as to what impact the center will have on road conditions. However the real estate developer has stated that by fall, several stores at the Galleria should be in operation and the entire 255,000 square-foot first phase should be up and running within 18-24 months

Hoffman Estates continues to expand on it’s western boundary. More than 900 acres of real estate are available for development in Hoffman Estates and officials have been discussing the possibility of annexation of an additional 150 acres west of the Poplar Creek Forest Preserve.

The proposed project would comprise a hotel, business complex, and satellite campus for University Place and 895 units of single-family homes, condos/townhomes and senior citizen housing.

Mention Inverness, and right away most Chicagoans will think, “rich, exclusive homes with huge lots”. To those with any knowledge of Inverness real estate, they will say that Inverness a great place to raise a family. This accounts for the park-district-developement of multiple greens with soccer fields and tennis courts. In addition, an urban park was recently completed in the middle of town in order to maintain the woodsy feel of the village’s beginning.

Named after a county in Scotland, the community of Inverness was first founded by A.T. McIntosh, who had in mind a little getaway, influenced by the design of the Colonial homes in Williamsburg, Va. With it’s winding roads and scenic surroundings, Inverness continues to provide the residents with the feel of country living while maintaining the convenience of urban proximity.

Situated just 42 miles north of the Chicago Loop, the residential area of Wauconda imparts to residents, a peaceful rural solitude and at the same time, easy urban access. Just a fews miles north lies the beautiful Chain O’Lakes Park, where residents, throughout the area, vacation with their families.

Comprising some 10,000 residents, Wauconda is a perfectly sized community, supporting itself in both agriculture and commerce. Predictions are that Wauconda will see “some” urbunization over the next ten years but will maintain the real estate charm it has enjoyed in the past. Sources say that ” although the character of the region is certain to evolve in light of the inevitable Lake County demographic shifts, opportunites for lucrative real estate investing abound”.

Located approximately 37 miles from downtown Chicago, Lake Zurich, a village in Lake County, has grown to a population of over 18,000 since it’s incorporation in 1896, with a land area of some 7 square miles.

The village neighbors North Barrington to the west, Deer Park to the south and east and Hawthorn Woods to the north. U.S. Route 12 and State Route 22 link to Lake Zurich and commuter train service is available in Barrington only five miles from Lake Zurich. O’Hare International is only 30 minutes from the village.

Zip Code: 60047, $329,900, 2 bedrooms/2 baths, 1901 sq. ft. Fabulous newly constructed condo in Lake Zurich features deluxe upgrades such as maple flooring, vaulted ceilings, maple kitchen cabinets, gas buring fireplace and huge family room. Additional amenities to this beautiful residence include a clubhouse with pool, excercise room/mtg room, laundry facilities on first floor and a 2-car garage.

Zip Code: 60067, 3 bedrooms/3 bath, $449,000. The design of this gorgeous Inverness condo is utterly awesome! This magnificent residence has so much to offer, vaunting such features as rich hardwood floors, marble fireplace, french doors opening out to a private patio, an absolutely dazzling remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops. The list just goes on and on. This beautiful townhome is a dream that can become a reality.

Zip Code: 60416, 3 bedroom/2.5 bath, 139,00. Built in 2003, this condo in Diamond offers central air conditioning, fireplace, dining room and a 2-car garage. This residence in 1 of 2 units located on the property.

Zip Code: 60416, 4 bedroom/2.5 bath, $669,000. This 3-story waterfront real estate property in Coal City is truly one of a kind. Nestled on a 5 acre parcel of Grundy County land, it proves to be a work of art, boasting fountains, a 100″ pier, huge deck, vaulted ceilings with skylight, two fireplaces , ceiling fan, major appliances, family room/recreation room and a fantastic view of the lake and wooded area with a pontoon boat as a bonus.

Zip Code: 60416, 3 bedroom/1 bath, $145,000. Built in 1979, this Carbon Hill residential property has central air conditioning, basement, laundry room, recreation room and a 2-car garage. This house stands on approximately 30,000 sq. ft. of Grundy County real estate.

Zip Code: 60565, 4 bedrooms/4 baths, $974, 900. This is a truly gorgeous example of equisite design. This magnificent Naperville property boasts many amenities. To name a few would include the exquisite landscaping and the 50 + trees on the property, with a huge wrap-around deck in the back of the home, 4500 sq. ft of living space not to mention an additional 2100
sq. ft. in the unfinished basement which, I might add, has a fireplace. The kitchen is endowed with corian countert-tops, double oven and breakfast bar. There is a sun-room and a fabulous family room with cathedral ceiling, plus a beautiful view of the DuPage River from the front window. Now thats what I call living.

Zip Code: 60103, 3 bedroom/2.5 bath, $267,500. Beautiful presentation, this one! This lovely piece of Bartlett real estate has a recently remodeled kitchen with oak cabinets, breakfast bar, berber carpeting in family room, remodeled baths, new windows, vinyl siding, rain gutters and more. This great residential property also has a fenced yard, pool, deck and a thermal sliding patio door. Stop buy and see this one.

Zip Code: 60120, 3 bedrooms/2 baths, $259,000. This spacious tri-level, Kane County home is nestled on a half acre of fine Elgin real estate with wonderfully mature shade trees and lots of curb appeal. This magnificent home vaunts marble flooring at the entrance, oak trim, recreation room and large picture windows in the living area and the dining room. The dining room overlooks an enclosed porch and large deck which opens up to a spacious back yard, The overall layout of the house is given to both indoor and outdoor entertainment. The kitchen consists of ample cabinetry and loads of counter space, with easy access to a 2-car garage, complete with laundry facilities and a utility sink.

Residents have grown weary of the monotonous, vanilla-style architecture of their Plainfield homes and are determined to rectify the ever growing problem. The village leaders are looking into incentives to induce developers to focus more on the design of all four sides of the houses rather than just the design of the garage. The desire is to have more unique style rather than the cookie-cutter pattern that seems to dominate the village. The idea is that the developements need to be more unique in not only the architecture but also in the planning and landscaping.The majority of homes dont seem to have any character of their own, not unlike some hollywood movie set with it’s glued on facades.

One of the main concerns is that most houses are being dominated by the placement of the garage which is usually in front of the house. When someone faces the front of a home, the architectural design of the garage is prominent. But when someone drives down the street, the sides of the homes, which tends to be neglected for character, are seen. Village staff are vying for the need of architecture around the entire home for all new residential development.

Specific design elements are to be discussed at the next board meeting and will cover all the aspects of new developement, one being the placement of garages, requiring a minimum of 25 percent of the garages in any residential development be placed to the side or rear of the house.

Lowe Enterprises Investment Management has acquired a seven-story office building in the O’Hare area of Chicago, comprising some 165,957-square-foot, from a company called Fulcrum Asset Advisors, as a client based investment. The building sits on 6.7 acres of centrally located Chicago real estate with 95 percent of it’s space already leased and an additional 235,000 square feet available for commercial development.

Kathy Briscoe, executive vice president of Lowe Enterprises Investment Management has stated, “This is an established property in an unparalleled location with access to public transportation, two major highways and minutes from O’Hare airport.” She goes on to say, “It is outperforming the market where the current average occupancy rate is 76 percent.”

This is the company’s second acquisition in the Chicago area this year. The company has marked the Chicago area, includings it’s suburbs, as a desirable target for the acquisition of commercial real estate and has plans to pursue futher opportunities in the market.

According to the a reliable news source, there are a great many people purchasing second homes in the towns where they went to college. I guess those loyal to the past, figure they need a place to stay during those trips for the big football games or those yearly class reunions. Not only does it prove to be convenient but it’s also a good investment

To mention just one; Zip Code 60103, $368,900.00. This great 3 bedroom, 2-story home in Bartlett has too many amenities to mention. In addition to being in a great location, this property in DuPage County features major appliances, remote control window treatment in the upstairs living room, ceramic tile in the foyer and bath and much, much more.

Zip Code: 60474, $525,000, 4 bedroom/4 bath. This two-story, South Wilmington house is just awesome.The Grundy County home sits on 5 acres and offers many amenities, including gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, family room with two-sided fireplace, sunroom, master suite with a custom bath, basement and a 2-car garage. These are only an sample of all this wonderful residence has to offer. The property is just 10 minutes from the downtown Wilmington, making it convenient for shopping and the like.

Statistics show that the number of single-family homes sold in Illinois rose 4.7 percent from 2003, whereas, in the Chicago area, sales went up 3.8 percent, according to the Illinois Association of Realtors. Local Realtor associations reported that sales declined 1 to 4 percent in McHenry County and in the northwest suburbs while other areas reported gains ranging from 2 to 12 percent. Watchful eyes stated that 2004 started out strong but slowed at midyear.

David Hanna, the chief executive of Prudential Preferred Properties was quoted as saying,”The first half of 2004 made 2004 but things changed dramatically in the middle of last year. If you took a graph of Chicago-area sales for the year and folded it in half, in July, you’d see what happened in the last six months.”

Stephen W. Baird, president and CEO of Baird & Warner Real Estate, said the sales figures were were as he had expected, and were right on the mark for the Chicago area. Baird commented, “I’ve always found that the market stats are a little bit less than people expect; those numbers seem about right to me.” He went on to say that the market seemed to be doing pretty good at present and he expected it to be a good year. Hanna was inclined to agree..