Tag: chicago

Home of the Week: Peering Out Over Navy Pier




Just as the neighborhood and schools can dictate how fast the best single family homes fly off the market in Chicago, the same is true for those buildings that offer the best of amenities with downtown at their doorstep. That’s what makes this incredible home on Lake Shore Drive so desirable.

February 13 / 2013

Home of the Week: 50th Floor Chicago Penthouse




A home on top of the world. That’s almost what you get in this amazing penthouse in Chicago, IL. Situated on the 50th floor, this brand new penthouse has been built with luxury living in mind.

January 14 / 2013

Real Estate by the Numbers for October 2012




This month, our “By the Numbers” update for coldwellbanker.com continues to tap into the pulse of the national market to see what local insights and consumer trends have unfolded across the different regions of the U.S.

Home of the Week: A City Escape in Chicago




Before we get into the details of the home I offer two words: putting green. What home in a city has a putting green in the backyard? This one. For those non-golfers, this home in Chicago, IL is truly an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city streets. Situated on three city lots, this home has a mix of both space and design. The home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2 half baths, plus a coveted 2-car garage to avoid parking on the streets.

Monster of the Midway Joins Big Blue




Desmond Clark sat in the front of a large meeting room last week listening intently and taking notes. But this meeting was far different from those he attended during his 12 year NFL career, most recently as the tight end of the Chicago Bears.

Best Places to Live for Social Seekers




I grew up in Randolph, NJ and now reside with my wife and two boys in Westfield, about 35 minutes away.  But the difference can be measured by far more than distance.  Westfield is closer to New York City, has a thriving downtown scene filled with restaurants, stores and greater sense of community. Recognizing that [...]

Here’s to Chicago




What makes a neighborhood great? Everybody has a different answer depending on where you live. People who live just a few miles apart can have very different views of what’s special about their town. So to get a better look at some of the amazing neighborhoods out there we’re starting a new series of blog posts to feature these great places to live. This is inaugural post is from Andrea Geller with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Chicago, IL who takes us on a quick tour through some of the amazing places to live along the infamous “L” in Chicago.

Two Coldwell Banker Homes for Sale Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright




There are few architects as well known inAmericaas Frank Lloyd Wright, and “wrightfully” so! (Pun intended). Having designed structures like the famous Fallingwater home and the renownedGuggenheimMuseuminNew York City, Wright has been able to make his designs meld with both the city streets and natural wonders. Remarkably, two of our top agents have the famous Wright name attached to homes they are currently representing.

If Al Gore and Gizmodo Built a House




If Al Gore and Gizmodo built a house, it would look a lot like a unique exhibit on display at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry. In fact, Gizmodo played a significant role implementing some of the smart tech on display in this home of the future.

June 13 / 2011

The Home Alone Home – I’m 6 Years Old All Over Again




At the risk of sounding like a movie nerd, I watch a LOT of movies…probably more than I care to admit without otherwise writing under an assumed name. I’m not entirely sure how many theatres I’ve been to or how many bad made for TV movies with Hulk Hogan I’ve watched at home on my [...]

May 05 / 2011