It’s Still A Good Time To Buy A Home

October 22, 2011 by  
Filed under Marina's Blog

Chicagoland real estate market 2010 recap & 2011 outlook

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Many, It’s Still A Good Time To Buy A Home

 

 

Chicagoland and Suburbia Market Watch

January 29, 2011 by  
Filed under Glenview, Morton Grove, Northbrook

See below our overview of real estate activity in the greater Chicagoland area.

CHICAGOLAND MARKET WATCH

MARKET SUMMARY -NORTHBROOK

MARKET SUMMARY -MORTON GROVE

MARKET SUMMARY -GLENVIEW

Condo, Lake View Chicago IL. 2 Bedrooms.

November 30, 2010 by  
Filed under Featured Listings

836 WLakesidePl #1W Chicago IL-Rented 

Bright and sunny unit in a vintage building. Completely renovated with high ceilings, crown moldings, fireplace, hardwood floors, 32″ maple cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, deck. Storage, free washer & dryers. Heat included in the assessments. Charming balcony facing lovely tree lined street. 1 block from the lake. Close to transportation. Must see!!!

Chicago Real Estate: 2 Bedroom Condo in the Hot Near North Side!

July 22, 2010 by  
Filed under Chicago, Featured Listings

Chicago Near North Side Condo

747 N, Sedgwick# 4FS Chicago IL

Wow, Vintage Building in the Heart of Chicago, Near North Side. Walk to Everywhere, Access the Entire City, Location, Location, Location!

This is a Gorgeous Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Deck and Amazing Views. The Hardwood Floors are Beautiful and this Chicago Condo Features Vaulted Ceilings, Crown Molding, Bay Windows and a Fireplace with an Antique Mantel.

The Kitchen includes Stainless Steel Appliances and 1 ¼” Granite Countertops. The Master Suite Features a Luxury Bathroom. Don’t Miss the In Unit Washer and Dryer, Security System, Wet Bar and Parking for 1 Car. Everything You Can Ask For in Chicago Condo at a Great Price.
Chicago Real Estate in Near North Side
Chicago Real Estate doesn’t get any better than this great Condo in the Near North Side. Just west of the Loop or Streeterville area, living here is all about location and proximity to the Magnificent Mile that Chicago is so well known for. You will never run out of places to eat and things to do. Right down the street is the well known Modern Latin Restaurant Nacional 27, located at 325 West Huron Street. Here you can drink, eat great food and dance the night away starting with Salsa lessons and stir it up salsa weekends.

If you like music with your food, take a Short cab ride to the House of Blues located at 329 North Dearborn Street. Spice up your night with some Cajun food for the stomach and some blues for the soul. You can also see their headline show for the evening, a ton of great acts play live on the main stage.

Living in the Near North Side, the Chicago Home owner will be just minutes from the theater district, Grant Park, Oak Street Beach, Navy Pier and so much more. What a great opportunity to get a real taste of Chicago living.

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Chicago Home in Ukrainian Village: Duplex, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

July 10, 2010 by  
Filed under Featured Listings

Chicago Real Estate in Ukrainian village

Rented

Great Ukrainian Village 1st Floor Duplex With 3 Bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms. This Unit Shows Like New & Features Cherry Wood Floors, Custom Lighting, Grohe Faucets, High-End Windows & Doors, In Unit Washer And Dryer & More.

The Kitchen Has Stainless Steel Kitchen Aid Appliances, 42″ Raised Maple Cabinets, Granite Countertops With A Under Mount Sink And Breakfast Bar. The Kitchen Opens Up To The Living Room With A Fireplace.

The Lower Level Family Room Is Huge And Great For Entertaining. Included Is 1 Parking Space, Storage, And Large Rear Deck. Located Close To Restaurants And Shopping, City Living Can’t Get Any Better.

Chicago Duplex in Ukrainian Village

Chicago Home at 2017 W. Superior
Ukrainian Village in Chicago is located in West town and is best known for its ethnic roots. The name derived from the area being settled by Eastern Europeans and the area holds a home to many well know churches of Chicago including Holy Trinity Polish Church. The area has become very trendy as the younger generation has moved in and is home to great restaurants and entertainment. Jam is a delicious restaurant located at 937 N. Damen, it is a great place to grab breakfast. The food is wonderful and you can always count on good service. If you are looking for a night out, start at the local Italian restaurant, A Tavola located at 2148 W Chicago Ave and enjoy some wine and a romantic dinner. If you are looking for live entertainment make your way over to Betty’s Blue Star Lounge at 1600 W. Grand Ave for some dancing and cocktails. If you are looking for something a little more low key visit The Tasting Room at 1415 W. Randolph for some fine wine, music, and fun. In Ukrainian Village you are close to everything Chicago has to offer, it is a great area to live in.

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Chicago Real Estate Holds Strong

I have some great information on the Local Market Report for the first quarter of 2010 for the Chicago Land Area. The market is not where we would like it to be, but there is a silver lining at the end of the horizon for Chicago Home Owners.

Chicago is showing a median homes sales price of $176,400 compared to the U.S of $166, 367. It is always great when we see our home town holding up in a down economy. Prices are still down from a year ago but the trend is improving. The chart below will give you a good idea of where we are at in 2010.

median-price-growth-chicago-illinois

State home sales from 2008 through 2009 saw a continuous lose and in 2010 there was a significant gain in the state of Illinois homes sale showing that sales are much stronger than a year ago. The growth for home sales is moving up slowly.

Illinois Home Sales

The Prime Foreclosures and delinquency in process for Chicago remains leveled off with the United States. Just remember that we are not at the end of short sales and foreclosures effecting the current market.

foreclosures-in-chicago

Below is a detailed report that goes over Today’s Market…

Drivers of Local Supply and Demand…
Local Economic Outlook…
Share of Total Employment by Industry…
Construction: 12-month Sum of Local Housing Permits…
Affordability of getting a loan…
The Mortgage Market…

Click Here to View the Full Market Report

As a real estate professional, I take pride in providing you with information that may help you make a decision whether you are buying or selling a home in the Chicago Land Area.
If you are looking for a Chicago real estate agent, look no further, I can help you find your dream home. Contact me, Marina Jacobson at 847-510-5009 or you can email me at Marina@marinajacobsonhomes.com. Please visit my website MarinaJacobsonHomes.com for more information about your Chicago Land Neighborhood.