Wednesday, September 18, 2013

800 square foot terrace - ool la la

This is a rare find in Chicago.  The 800 square foot River West terrace is directly off the living space - accessed by wide sliding doors making the transition from indoors to outdoors seamless.

Picture this terrace with flowers blooming, umbrellas unfolded and friends gathered around the table.



This one bedroom, one bath condo has an upgraded kitchen and bath. The price of $297,000 includes garage parking.
 

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Rooftop space in Lakeview

This 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo in a bustling area of Lakeview is a hidden gem.  Located on the top floor of a vintage building, it has access to a private rooftop terrace.  This condo has several features that are not often found in vintage properties: updated kitchen and bath, private terrace, sunny exposures, in unit washer/dryer and garage parking.  Priced at $270,000 plus parking.




 

Thursday, May 23, 2013

DePaul Roof top terrace has it all

This roof top terrace is in the DePaul area of Lincoln Park.  The property is a highly finished luxurious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with 1500 squ ft.    The condo offers a balcony plus a spacious roof top terrace.  The 8 unit building boasts attached garage parking - this condo has one parking space.

The roof top deck is accessed by an interior private staircase.  The stairs open right on to the deck.



There is plenty of space for expansive outdoor entertaining - think lounge like furniture, lots of greenery - creating a roof top oasis.

Bonus of a rooftop space in a Chicago neighborhood are the skyline views:
 

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

South Loop terrace with views

This condo is in one of the newer (2006) buildings in the South Loop.  It has a great location for Soldier Field events, easy access to downtown and highways.

This 2 bedroom / 2 1/2 bath condo has (you guessed it) a great terrace.  It is located on the 6th floor of the building and has expansive outdoor space with city skyline views.

The condo was a 3 bedroom that has the third bedroom opened as a den.  The expansive terrace opens off the kitchen-

This property also offers a 2 car "bay" parking in the garage.
So, it ticks off many boxes on a wish list:  main floor gracious outdoor space, city views, lake views, garage parking.  In an elevator building!


City views from the terrace-

 

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Lincoln Park rooftop terrace

The best city views are found in the collar neighborhoods, South Loop, Lincoln Park, West Town, etc.  These fabuous views are from a rooftop terrace in Lincoln Park.  The property is located in a rare "low rise" with elevator.  The condo is on the 4th floor, and has private access to the private roof deck.  What a key piece in having a roof deck - the elevator helping you with all the furniture, gardening supplies, and guests!

Here is the skyline view from the deck.  This photo was taken on a hazy spring day.
 
The condo has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, and garage parking.  
 

Monday, April 22, 2013

Streeterville - views of Wrigley Building and Trump Tower

Have you ever wanted to feel like you were living right in the middle of things?
This Streeterville condo has a perfect location for you.  It is one block from the Mag Mile, one block from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business' Gleacher Center, 4 blocks to the iconic Navy Pier.

At 1500+ square feet, this 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath condo has a very unique 1000 squ foot terrace.  With its south facing terrace - the views are suitable for Chicago's tourist guide books.  This is located in a full amenity condo building built in 2007.


 
Summertime al fresco dining.
 
View from terrace, Trump Tower lost in the clouds.
View from edge of terrace - you can see the floor to ceiling windows that overlook the terrace.  Beautiful landscaped out door space with city convenience.
 
 
 

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Lakeview Loft with Great Terrace

There are a few great lofts in Lakeview.  Because of the way the warehouses were made - very utilitarian industrial space, there often are not options for private out-door space when converted to residential use.

This building on Ravenswood is unique - it has added balconies.  This particular loft has its own private terrace off the living space.  This is my choice of locations for a terrace -  an expansion of the living space.  As you can see from these photos, it is very private and spacious.

The current owners have furnished it with lounge furniture, awning and plantings.  A gas grill may also be used on the terrace.

This fabulous loft has low assessments and is located in the popular Lakeview neighborhood just north of Belmont.  Close to the Red Line, great restaurants and nightlife.

The sleek interior of this 2 bedroom loft has wood ceilings, bamboo floors, updated kitchen and baths with designer finishes.

It is priced at $389,000 (includes a parking space).  Low monthly assessments are $253 and annual property taxes are $5500.