Downtown is becoming increasingly affordable in light of the myriad of specials offered by condos and high rises alike. It’s definitely caught the eye of many renters, opting to try the downtown life over a more residential neighborhood. Benefits of inner-city living? The plethora of amenities right inside your building and even more within blocks of your building, city views, and of course proximity to the coast!
Date Ideas You Can Recreate at Home
Nights below 25 degrees in Chicago make you want to hibernate for good reason. If you have someone special that you’re able to cuddle up next to, staying warm may be a little bit easier. While it seems Chiberia is upon us, you might be wondering how to best create ambiance without leaving your house. The following is a list of date ideas that you can recreate at home to show your special person you care (or really knock it out the park on your first date).
6 Tips for At-Home Organization
If this year has taught us anything it’s the importance of having a space that is comfortable and functional. Many have redecorated or renovated their homes in order to better utilize the space they have. Design is very important in making a home aesthetically pleasing to be in, but it won’t be an effective place of peace and relaxation if your home has a haphazard organization system in place. The following is a list of tips and tricks for keeping your home tidy and in order.
7 Heated Outdoor Patios in Chicago
With the colder temperatures upon us and Covid still running rampant, the population of Chicago has needed to get creative for its social libation needs. We have put together a list of places in the Chicagoland area that have either heated patios or heated separated seating situations to make you feel comfortable while still enjoying the great restaurants that Chicago has to offer.
The Best Places To See Christmas Lights in Chicago
If you’re in need of a little extra cheer, there’s no better way than to visit the sights of festive lights this holiday season! While there are numerous neighborhoods, boulevards, and parks to drive through, we’ve created a quick hit list for your viewing pleasure. Most of these displays will last until New Year’s Eve. Some of the light displays this year offer the option to enjoy the lights from the comfort of your own car! Stay safe, stay warm, and be merry.
6 Homes for Rent in Chicago’s Northside Neighborhoods
Chicago’s North Side neighborhoods are becoming a burgeoning hot spot for both renters and buyers alike. To no one’s surprise, Uptown was actually named one of America’s coolest neighborhoods by TimeOut! Regardless if you’re renting, renting to own, opting to invest in a multi-use property and rent out the remaining units, the northside neighborhoods are worth looking into. We’ve gathered 8 Fulton Grace listings for rent in some of the neighborhoods for you to peruse.
Prep Your Rental For Winter
To know Chicago is to love Chicago. Something much easier said in the summer. Winters in the Windy City are, dare we say it, unbearable. Or at least that is what the visitors claim. No doubt, Chicago is among the coldest cities in the world and winters often see drops at the same rate as those in the artic. We also see snow., sleet, ice, and storms that have made history…literally. Although Chicagoans have grown acclimated to nearly 6 months of weather under 40 degrees, homes have a little tougher time adjusting to the prolonged cold and enduring winter weather. Plan accordingly and make your place as structurally sound as possible for the long, chilly months ahead. The following things can be done around your home (house or apartment) rental and are often easy to complete without having to enlist a contractor.
Local Gifts For The Home For Under $50
Gifting is definitely going to be a little different this year, but we’re lucky to be surrounded by a plethora of curated gift shops local to Chicago. Many have adapted to the times and offer a robust curation of unique options approachable price ranges online, making many e-shops the “only stop” for your holiday needs. Even better, you’re supporting local! We’ve scoured the internet, surveyed our clients and staff for the very best gifts for the home, for under $50. Remember your purchase has power, supporting local is supporting your neighborhood’s economy. Spread the cheer locally this year!
A Brief History of Chicago’s Lake View Neighborhood
The neighborhood of Lake View has a history that will assuredly surprise you. Its vibrant energy is reminiscent of that which is usually associated with smaller neighborhood enclaves such as Wrigleyville, Boystown, and the Southport Corridor. However, it is Lake View that encompasses the word welcoming in it’s most literal sense. The neighborhood is home to the Archdiocesan Gay and Lesbian Outreach, also known as AGLOChicago. Which is one of the largest welcoming LGBTQ+ congregations in the United States! Yet with this fact alone, it’s easy to imagine Lake View as it was when founded. Clues to its foundation can of course be seen in surrounding architecture, and in between the lines of long-standing rumors and historical acquiescence.
Broker Blog: Tips for Marketing New Construction
Are you taking on your first new construction listing and wondering how to market and, even better, pre-sell it? Is your new construction close to completion, or are the steel frames just going up? No matter the stage in your listing’s construction, you want to sell as many units as possible – ahead of move-in day. While there are a number of different ways to market listings, “new-con” listings can be tricky considering your most important asset – the new and shiny building itself, is not yet complete. Try abiding by these four tips to jump-start your marketing!