Did you know… ? February, 2022
Surprise! I’m talking about Chicago’s fascinating history with tied houses, which, interestingly enough, is partly responsible for Prohibition! We all know various stories about gangsters from a hundred years ago, many romanticized, but what led up to it isn’t as often discussed. I feel it’s important to examine the whys when it comes to history […]
Rented! $1950/mo 3BR/1BA in Edgewater with FREE HEAT and In-Unit Laundry! Spacious top floor with eat-in kitchen by Red Line!
EDGEWATER, 1070 W Granville #32, Granville and Winthrop, top floor condo, 3BR/1BA – VERY spacious vintage unit with FREE HEAT and sunny western exposure! This unit features a large living room, an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, stove) and in-unit laundry, three spacious bedrooms, and several closets! Hardwood floors, high ceilings, and close […]
Did you know… ? January, 2022
Surprise! I’m talking about Garfield Park, of course! But it wasn’t always named after the president – it was originally named Central Park (yes, like the one in New York City). The surrounding neighborhood with its namesake has some beautiful architecture (who doesn’t love a graystone?), and public transportation, including the Green Line, makes it […]
Did you know… ? December, 2021
Surprise! I’m talking about Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, of course! He was born right here in Chicago at the Montgomery Ward complex (way before it was Groupon’s headquarters, though that may be changing). Just about anyone who grew up in the United States, at any point since the late 40s, knows of the most famous […]
RENTED! $2700/mo 3BR/2BA + office! Top floor luxury! Condo quality, gourmet kitchen, rooftop deck, fireplace, parking, Jacuzzi, in unit laundry, SO MUCH MORE!
EAST HUMBOLDT PARK: 1045 N California, 4th- California and Thomas, 4th/top floor, 3BR/2BA plus lofty rec room/office, condo quality modern building, bright and very spacious! Available now! Located on a wide street with free street parking and public transportation, 12′ ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, central heat and air, side by side laundry in unit plus […]
Rented! $1300/mo 2BR/1BA in McKinley Park! Eat-in kitchen w/pantry, dishwasher, microwave, dining room, deck, yard, laundry, storage, MORE!
McKinley Park: 2327 W 35th Pl, 2nd Floor, 35th Pl and Western Blvd, located on a residential tree-lined street at the boulevard, updated 2BR/1BA and available now! Features an eat-in kitchen with pantry, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, formal dining room, hardwood floors, fenced-in yard, coin-operated laundry, storage locker, and right by the Orange Line, Western […]
Rented! $1500/mo 2BR/2BA luxury condo in Rogers Park! All the bells and whistles! Can be furnished!
ROGERS PARK: Wolcott and Chase – 7301 N Wolcott, 1st Floor – right by Pottawatomie Park and near Touhy Park! Gut rehab 2BR/2BA corner condo located on a charming, residential tree-lined street! Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave), granite counters and breakfast bar, hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, central air, custom closets including walk-in, deck, […]
Did you know… ? November, 2021
Surprise! I’m talking about Ogden Ave, one of the diagonal streets that were originally trails used by Native Americans. (But yeah, Twisted Spoke that’s also behind me does make a noteworthy burger!) And I specifically mentioned Ogden, as it was the first trail to become a plank road (which then became a street). I’ve talked […]
Rented! $1175/mo, 1BR/1BA in Riverside w/dishwasher, micro, AC, FREE HEAT, parking, more!
RIVERSIDE: 94 Lincoln Ave 1W, Lincoln Ave and Park Pl, 1st floor, 1BR/1BA located on a tree-lined residential street – Sunny! Spacious! Condo quality! Features kitchenette with white appliances (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave), and stone counters, formal dining room, generous living room, ample closet space, king-sized bedroom, window AC, hardwood floors throughout, coin-operated laundry, parking […]
Did you know… ? October, 2021
Surprise! And welcome again to my sPoOkY eDiTiOn of Did you know… ? I’m talking about the legend of Resurrection Mary – a ghost story that’s escaped past the knowledge of locals through song, film, and numerous published stories. And it’s just that – a story – a really good one at that, albeit a […]