Rooftop pools in Chicago are quickly becoming a must-have feature for anyone searching downtown apartments. There’s no doubt rooftop pools offer a refreshing oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of city life, and more and more apartment buildings are incorporating them into their amenities to attract potential tenants.

One of the main benefits of having a rooftop pool at your apartment building is the stunning view it provides. Imagine taking a dip while overlooking the Chicago skyline or watching the sunset from the comfort of your own pool. Simply put, it’s like having a private oasis in the middle of a concrete jungle. If you’re interested in Chicago apartments with a rooftop pool, here’s our shortlist of buildings you’ll want to consider during your search. Continue reading →

Having a fitness center in your Downtown Chicago apartment building comes with numerous benefits and advantages. Primarily, it encourages a healthier lifestyle by offering convenience, as there’s no need to commute to a gym. Further, an in-building fitness center also makes it easier to fit workouts into a busy schedule when the facilities are just an elevator ride away. And of course it fosters a sense of community as neighbors can become workout buddies. So, if you’re wondering which apartment buildings in Downtown Chicago have the best fitness center, our team of Fulton Grace apartment specialists put together a shortlist below.

Wolf Point East

Dreaming of an all-inclusive lifestyle? Wolf Point East can certainly provide you with one. The iconic, 698-unit building is nestled between three of Chicago’s most-loved neighborhoods – River North, Fulton Market, and The Loop. Its tens of stories comprise a very diverse spread of floor plans that range between 512 and 2051 square feet in size. Amenities at Wolf Point East cover all of the essentials – 24/7 door staff, underground parking, dry cleaning, and package storage. Wolf Point East also just so happens to be home to one of the best fitness facilities in all of Downtown Chicago. It’s fully equipped for workouts of all kinds from weightlifting and cardio to yoga and Pilates. Continue reading →

While the words ‘downtown’ and ‘dog’ may not traditionally mix, Chicago’s vibrant and diverse spread of condos offers plenty of amazing options for pet parents who love the city. Learn more about these options and the amenities each has to offer below.

NEMA

NEMA is a newer but already popular building in Chicago’s downtown core. Completed in 2019, it’s just the latest project by renowned developer McHugh Construction, which has had a hand in constructing a number of other iconic residential projects both throughout the city and across the country. This NEMA apartment tower stands 76 stories tall and comprises more than 700 units. Over 70,000 square feet of amenities await residents and those lucky enough to know one. There’s a 75-foot indoor lap pool overlooking the skyline, saunas, steam rooms, a fitness center, a state-of-the-art golf simulator, and even a Pilates studio with regular fitness classes. Did we mention there is also a basketball court? Further, Fido will love the Doghouse – a unique space no other condo owner in the city has. This on-site facility features two playrooms for small and large dogs, ramps, outdoor turf, and a seating area.  Continue reading →

Chicago is a city known for its diverse neighborhoods, each with its own unique identity and culture. In some parts of town, certain architectural styles play a big role in defining at least a portion of a neighborhood’s identity, and that can certainly be said for the Chicago-style bungalow.

A popular choice for home builders in the early 20th century, Chicago bungalows were designed to provide affordable housing for working-class families, and in most cases these charming single-family dwellings are one-and-a-half to two stories tall and have a low-pitched roof with a small front porch.

According to the Chicago Architecture Center, Chicago has more than 80,000 bungalows despite losing thousands to tear-downs over the years, and they still make up 1/3 of our city’s single-family housing stock. But regardless of how common they still are even to this day, Chicago-style bungalows are certainly more prevalent in certain parts of the city than others, and these neighborhoods in particular is where you’ll find a very high concentration. Continue reading →