Tag: Chicago

Posted on 07/30/2024
Streeterville in Downtown Chicago
Yesterday we showed a condominium in downtown Chicago. Specifically in the Streeterville neighborhood. The area was named after George Wellington Streeter. The story is that he crashed his boat into a sand bar, and instead of moving it, he decided to stay put and claim the sand bar and the land around it as his "United States District...
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Posted on 06/28/2024
Marie's Pizza in Chicago
Marie's Pizza is a restaurant, bar and liquor store. This family owned and operated restaurant has served up thin crust pizza since 1950. They also have other Italian dishes and live music on the weekends. Originally opening in 1940 as a tavern and packaged goods store. In 1950, they started making thin-crust pizza. It is a retro looking...
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Posted on 06/21/2024
Loop Living: What You Need to Know about Chicago’s Downtown
The Loop is the heart of Chicago. Though it has faced challenges in recent years, the City of Chicago is committed to investing in its success, and recent signs point to a bright future. The area also boasts many permanent characteristics that promise to keep the Loop a vibrant, dynamic place to live. For buyers and sellers, there...
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Posted on 06/12/2024
Fulton Market District
The Fulton Market began around 1850 as a wholesale produce and meat packing outlet. Once home to dozens of meat packing companies including the biggest names in the industry like: Armour, Swift and Morris. Today the former warehouse district of Fulton Market is now home to loft style condominiums, corporate headquarters, upscale restaurants, and boutique hotels. There are...
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Posted on 06/11/2024
The Original Schwinn Bicycle Factory in Chicago
On the northwest corner of Lake Street & Peoria Street is a six story building that was built in the 1880's. This building has alot of history. In fact it was home to the original Schwinn bicycle factory. Most recently it was known for the Lake Street Lofts. Renters had great views of the city and a rooftop...
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Posted on 06/07/2024
Margie's Candies in Chicago
On the corner of Armitage & Western Ave. in the Bucktown neighborhood is the original Margie's Candies Shop. Margie's opened this location in 1921. For 103 years they have been making their homemade candy, chocolates, and serving Ice Cream in their iconic Ice Cream Parlor. It is still family owned by the Poulos family and they have passed...
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Posted on 06/01/2024
Bari Foods
Located at 1120 W. Grand Ave., in the River West area is Bari foods. A great little old fashioned ma & pop store that sells pastas, olive oil, salamis, cheese, and much more. They have a small butcher shop and a deli counter. You can order a variety of sandwiches, salads, soups and more. Bari opened in 1973....
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Posted on 05/26/2024
The Sugar Hole in Chicago
We were excited to be at the grand opening of The Sugar Hole. Located at the corner of Hamlin & Elston Ave. in the Irving Park neighborhood, The Sugar Hole is serving soft serve ice cream, and your order is taken by puppets. You walk up to a door on Hamlin Ave, and give your order to the...
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Posted on 05/08/2024
Mario's Italian Lemonade Stand
The weather is getting warmer, spring is here, and soon summer will be here. It must be time for Mario's Italian Ice. It was originally called Mario's & Donna's Italian Lemonade. A popular spot for people of all ages to get some delicious cold Italian Ice. Located at 1068 W. Taylor St., in the Little Italy neighborhood in...
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Posted on 05/07/2024
Chicago Summer Events
Lots of events happening around the Chicago area this summer. Have a fun and happy...
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Posted on 05/06/2024
The Residences of St. Boniface
There is a new and exciting development in West Town. It's turning the St. Boniface Church into 18 condominiums. An additional 24 units will be built in a new 4 story building on Chestnut St. St. Boniface is located on the corner of Chestnut St. & Noble St. Officially opening in 1904, the church took 2 years to...
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Posted on 05/01/2024
What You Can Buy Around Chicago for $2 Million
How much house can you buy with $2 million in the Chicago area? With an impressive budget of around $2 million, buyers can expect to have their pick of upscale homes featuring lavish amenities, coveted Lake Michigan or skyline views, and more. And despite higher borrowing costs at the outset of the 2024, the real estate market is...
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