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Don’t Miss Luxurious New Chicago Condos and Apartments at the Astoria Tower

Chicago Real Estate News - January 27, 2013 - 2:10pm

Now is your chance to own a luxurious new Chicago condo or apartment at Astoria Tower, a 30-story high rise with its own spa level and amenities such as a private in building theater, billiards room and a fully-equipped fitness center. Residents will also enjoy private balconies with breathtaking lake and city views. Floor plans [Read More]

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Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings Offers Chicago Home Decor

Chicago Real Estate News - January 27, 2013 - 12:30pm

If you’re looking for a variety of big name home décor items, then stop by one of the two Kenneth Ludwig showrooms, which offer brands such as Lily Pulitzer and even Ludwig’s very own recently launched Portfolio line. The showroom has been in business since 2000, and Ludwig has more than 20 years of experience [Read More]

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Builder Confidence Remains Stable in January

Chicago Real Estate News - January 27, 2013 - 9:23am

The New Year is certainly starting off on the right foot for home builders. According to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, builder confidence has remained at a steady 47 for the past month, which is higher than any rating recorded since April 2006 “Builders’ sentiment remains very close to the [Read More]

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Logan Square Will Be a Hot Neighborhood in 2013

Chicago Real Estate News - January 26, 2013 - 5:30pm

We recently reported that Old Town was ranked as the number one hottest neighborhood in the United States, according to Realtor.com. Now, another Chicago neighborhood is receiving accolades as a top location. Logan Square was recently ranked as one of the top 10 up and coming neighborhoods in the country, according to Redfin. Logan Square [Read More]

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Gort Builders Now Selling Custom Homes

Chicago Real Estate News - January 26, 2013 - 11:35am

Gort Builders is now selling custom homes in Homer Glen. If you are interested in designing a spacious Will County new home, then Gort offers a variety of floor plans to choose from. The Ashford plan boasts a three-car garage, four bedrooms and a bonus room that can be turned into an office or fifth [Read More]

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Developers Planning Ambitious Office Tower and Park Plan in the West Loop

Chicago Real Estate News - January 26, 2013 - 9:23am

We’ve been giving the West Loop a lot of attention lately, but it’s for a well-deserved reason. The neighborhood now boasts a Class A status and is experiencing a small revival in condo construction. Now, in the latest West Loop news, Steve Fifield of Chicago-based Fifield and Cos and architect Scott Sarver are planning on [Read More]

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Neighborhood Spotlight: The Gold Coast

Chicago Real Estate News - January 25, 2013 - 5:37pm

The Gold Coast is one of Chicago’s most exclusive neighborhoods and features some of the most luxurious condos and finest mansions in the city. The median home price for a single-family home in the Gold Coast is $285,700, which is much higher than the Chicago metro average price of $187,700. However, if you choose to [Read More]

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Nearly One-Third of Homeowners Have No Mortgage

Chicago Real Estate News - January 25, 2013 - 2:24pm

A lot less people have mortgages than you might think, and not all of them are long-time homeowners, either. According to Zillow, one-third of all homeowners are without a mortgage, and not surprisingly, a majority of these homeowners are of retirement age. There is also a high number of mortgage-free young homeowners, as 34.5 percent [Read More]

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Dress Up Your New Home with Chalkboard Decor

Chicago Real Estate News - January 25, 2013 - 12:21pm

Gone are the days when chalkboards were confined to kindergarten classrooms. Instead, chalkboards are being added to nearly every room in a house in a variety of ways. Rather than simply hanging up a basic chalkboard over kitchen sink, designers are becoming a lot more creative in how they use chalk. Bernhardt Furniture, for example, [Read More]

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New Chicago Condos and Homes Coming to the West Loop

Chicago Real Estate News - January 24, 2013 - 7:58pm

Chicago-based Quest Realty Group plans on tearing down a West Loop warehouse to build single-family homes and new Chicago condos. Quest is tentatively planning five new single-family homes with skyline views as well as 40 condos and a single-tenant office building. While the West Loop has been home to a plethora of new apartment projects, [Read More]

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Parents of Richmond New Homes Await School District Decision

Chicago Real Estate News - January 24, 2013 - 2:12pm

As children in nearby Richmond new homes returned to school for the spring semester, school board officials of the Nippersink School District Two were still making decisions about whether or not they could issue a tax abatement and accomplish all of its goals. In a recent meeting, some board members were still unsure of the [Read More]

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Enter the HGTV Dream Home Contest

Chicago Real Estate News - January 24, 2013 - 9:59am

Need to escape the Chicago winter? Then enter the HGTV Dream Home Contest for a chance to win a green home located on Kiawah Island in South Carolina. The Kiawah Zen coastal cottage boasts 3,000 square feet of custom designed space plus a spacious garage and playroom. The winning resident will enjoy an infinity swimming [Read More]

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Ryland Opens Model And Leading Edge Sales Center At Ingham Park in Aurora

Chicago Real Estate News - January 23, 2013 - 2:49pm

Ryland Homes has unveiled a furnished model within a sales center featuring Smart Technology at Ingham Park in Aurora. Prospective buyers can not only tour a professionally furnished model home but they will also benefit from giant touch screen visuals of interactive floor plan layouts that can be adapted at the push of a button.

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Most Homeowners Keep Their Home for 13 Years

Chicago Real Estate News - January 23, 2013 - 11:45am

Recently, we reported that many homeowners get an ‘itch’ to move to a larger home when they turn 35. But, how long do homeowners actually stay in their Chicago real estate before moving again? According to the National Association of Home Builders, the average U.S. homeowner remains in a single-family home for 13 years before [Read More]

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Celebrity Chicago Real Estate for Sale

Chicago Real Estate News - January 23, 2013 - 3:38am

Want to live in a Lincoln Park condo formerly owned by a White Sox player? Here’s your chance. Ex-Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski recently put his five bedroom Lincoln Park home on the market. Pierzynski is a two-time All-Star and was the starting catcher when the Sox won the World Series in 2005. Last [Read More]

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Plants Can Improve Your Home’s Air Quality

Chicago Real Estate News - January 22, 2013 - 8:00pm

We all know that a great way to update the look of your home is by adding a fresh coat of paint or some new accessories, but why not add some plants into the mix as well? According to a NASA Clean Air Study, plants can improve the air quality of your home. Adding plants [Read More]

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Hot Home Design Trends for 2013

Chicago Real Estate News - January 22, 2013 - 9:33am

Emerald green and polka dots are two home design trends making their mark in 2013, but if you’re looking for even more ways to decorate your Chicago new homes this winter, here are some other options. Brass. Brighter is better when it comes to home decor in 2013, and brass decor is a great way [Read More]

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Chicago a Top Market for Pay Increases

Chicago Real Estate News - January 22, 2013 - 8:30am

If you’re a Chicago resident, be prepared for a slightly fatter paycheck this year. According to PayScale.com, a web site that gathers salary and career data, the Chicago area experienced one of the largest wage and salary increases of any U.S. metro. The PayScale assessment collected data for 20 of the largest U.S. metros, and [Read More]

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Free Wi-Fi Offered from mRELEVANCE at IBS 2013

Chicago Real Estate News - January 21, 2013 - 5:37pm

For months now, you have been getting ready for the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas! In fact, you may be heading there right now with your laptop or iPad in tow. If so, you will be happy to know that there will be FREE Wi-Fi, sponsored by mRELEVANCE, at Sales Central in [Read More]

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River North a Hotspot for Chicago New Apartment Construction

Chicago Real Estate News - January 21, 2013 - 5:24pm

2013 is going to be a booming year for construction in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. The area, which is home to the Groupon headquarters, has been gaining a reputation for its technology start-ups, and now five apartment complexes worth an estimated $500 million will soon be coming to the neighborhood. The Magellan Development Group LLC [Read More]

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