Improved price! Evanston co-op apartment with renovated kitchen, garage parking $177,000

1585 Ridge, Unit 410, Evanston IL 60201 asking $177,000

Check out the video walk-through of our latest Evanston co-op apartment listing. Better than condo living! I really love this downtown location. Read some of the details below. You will not find a better quality of living for a lower price point in town. After looking at dozens of Evanston buildings I really believe this is truly a comfortable and pleasant building. 

Sophisticated and spacious two bedrooms, one bath co-op apartment in downtown Evanston! 

HEATED GARAGE PARKING INCLUDED. Elevator building with additional freight elevator. 

Attractive, well appointed kitchen with dishwasher.

Lovely renovated kitchen with tons of storage and pantry cabinet. Unit 410 features include: two bedrooms, one bath large closets, hardwood floors, newer replacement windows, large rooms, remodeled kitchen with dishwasher, pantry, built-in AC units, storage unit. Bathroom is vintage and solid condition. Common area service closet just outside kitchen door with large utility sink and access to the freight elevator! 

Large living and dining space.

Fantastic location only .03 miles from Davis METRA and CTA Davis Purple Line, Target, AMC Theatres and dozens restaurants, cafes and services. Close to the lakefront and the Northwestern University campus. 

Two large bedrooms

Excellent building includes: Spotless lobby- Laundry room -Bike Storage - Elevator - Common patio - Amazing live-in building engineer - Professional management - Updated electrical service. **No Pets - No Rentals** - Board interview upon purchase - Financing options available at 20% or more down Monthly Assessment of $931/month INCLUDES: Real Estate TAXES, HEAT, ELECTRIC, Water, Building management, Snow removal, Common insurance, Landscaping. 

More details and photos at the property flyer HERE  Link will expire when sold.

Exclusive listing by:

Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland, Chicago IL 60614

Illinois Licensed Real Estate Broker No. 475.126105

Fair Housing Opportunity

CONTACT: erojas@kalerealty.com

Ask Eric! 20yrs and over $110M personally sold.

#ericrojasblog #kalerealty

Sold! Lincoln Square penthouse condo with full roof deck $950,000

 

Unobstructed Welles Park views from the front terrace at 2405 W Sunnyside, Unit 5S, Chicago IL 60625 in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. All photos Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty

We recently helped our client purchase a top floor new construction condo in Lincoln Square. Our downsizing couple wanted a top floor unit in an elevator building; "the best". With little re-sale inventory available in the area we turned to buildings in development.  We were able to view and secure the three bedrooms, two baths home with full rooftop deck the day it hit the open market.  The eight residential units at 2405 West Sunnyside sold out quickly. 

Our clients appreciated the finish level and design.  They did not have to pick anything out... a plus for them. The developer and listing agents worked with us on several important modifications to accommodate the buyers.

The unit features a full side roof deck with interior staircase and dry bar on the landing. The park and surrounding views are unobstructed with a clear shot of the Chicago skyline. Although we conducted the final walk-through on a rainy morning I still spent a few moments up there!

View of the skyline from 2405 West Sunnyside Unit 5S in late February.

Three bedrooms or more condo sales in Lincoln Square

77 attached units with at least three bedrooms (condo, townhouse) sold in the last 12 months in Lincoln Square. The median price of a sale is about $665,000. 

The highest priced sale in the last 12 months was 2307 W Foster Avenue Unit 3, Chicago IL 60625 for $1,180,000. The lowest three bedroom condo sale was 5445 N California Unit 1B, Chicago IL  for $212,000.

Eight units sold for over $900,000 over the last 12 months.

Questions on new construction or re-sale purchases? Need real estate related vendors, lenders or attorneys? To sell or purchase condos, single family homes, multi-units and land in and around Lincoln Square and all neighborhoods of Chicago please reach out to Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty at erojas@kalerealty.com.

For rent! Gorgeous Lincoln Square two beds, one bath in two-flat $2,600

 FOR RENT: Lincoln Square – 2BD / 1BA – $2,600

https://smyl.mredllc.com/listings/MTI1MzA3NjE6MTU3OTUw

2548 W Argyle Street, Unit 1, Chicago IL 60625, two beds, one bath $2,600/ month.

Available Immediately / January

This is a beautiful home with top notch renovations.

Prime location in the heart of Lincoln Square! Bright, spacious first-floor unit in an owner-occupied two-flat near Lincoln and Argyle. Fully rehabbed in 2022, 1st floor, 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features:

-Large bedrooms (12’x9’ and 11’x9’)

-Central heat & AC (tenant-controlled).

-In-unit laundry.

-Eat-in kitchen with exposed brick, stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry, and dishwasher.

-Hardwood floors throughout.

-Ample in-unit storage with custom closets.

-Large private deck and shared backyard.

Easy street parking. Short walk to the CTA Brown Line and 24-hour Lawrence & Western buses.

Details:

-No pets, no smoking, no assigned parking

-$500 non-refundable move-in fee

-Credit score 700+ and tenant monthly income 3x rent required

-Prefer lease through 3/31/27

-Tenant application, credit & background check required $65.00 per tenant on lease.

*DO NOT give money to anyone claiming to have keys for this property. Licensed Broker Eric Rojas must personally meet at property for showing and you must fill out the tenant application and screening. 1st month's rent check will be payable to KALE REALTY only after full approval process!*

Exclusive listing by:

Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland, Chicago IL 60614

Illinois Licensed Real Estate Broker No. 475.126105

Fair Housing Opportunity

CONTACT: erojas@kalerealty.com

Ask Eric! 20yrs and over $110M personally sold.

#lincolnsquare #ForRent #ericrojasblog #kalerealty

Look in! Lincoln Square single family home sales 2025

 

Homes on West Winona in Lincoln Square (all photos Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty)

Although not over yet, 2025 is another year of rising single family home prices in Chicago and the Chicago Metro market surrounding six counties. My prediction is we'll continue to see super high demand for single family homes at the current prices as new listing slowly drip to market in the new year.

Let's dial down and take a quick look at single home sales though October in the extremely popular Lincoln Square neighborhood.

Median price of a sold single family home is up 3.5% year to date at $1,100,000. The closed sale price percentage compared to asking price is up to 101.3%!  That means there were a lot of multiple purchase offers resulting in sale price over the original listing price.  

Year to year in 2024 about 8% of homes sold for over $2M in Lincoln Square. 

In 2025 through October 10% of single family homes sold over $2M.

The numbers clearly show a super tight and competitive single family home sale market in Lincoln Square through October this year. Number of unit listings, closed sales and market time (- 42%!) were all down year over year. We are preparing our client sales and purchase plans now for the new year.

If you are looking to buy or sell any property in Lincoln Square of any Chicago neighborhood or near suburb contact my team at erojas@kalerealty,com

Questions? Just ask Eric!

SOLD! Lincoln Park two beds, two baths high-rise condo with open kitchen and views

 

Renovated kitchen open to the huge living room. All photos Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty
View photos and details of 2626 N Lakeview, Unit 2012, Chicago IL 60614 sold for $400,000

We recently listed and sold a fantastic two beds, two baths condo at 2626 N Lakeview, Chicago IL 60614 in Lincoln Park. Our clients are on their way to the burbs! We helped plan and execute key renovations to the bathrooms in addition to minor repairs and fresh painting.  We received a couple quick offers and our client accepted an offer just over full price at $400,000. This well run building has an A+ location with amazing recreation, dining and services steps from the door!

Views of Diversey Harbor from the unit

2626 N Lakeview condo sales over the last twelve months

25 units have sold in the building with a median price of about $250,000.  The median price of two bedroom, two bath units specifically is about $385,000. The highest priced unit has three beds and two and one-half baths closing at $540,000. The lowest priced unit has one bed and one bath and closed for $126,000. Currently there are two units under contract with Unit 2103 asking $695,000.Two condos are for sale in the building including Unit 2703 asking $825,000.

- Median price for a two beds, two baths Lincoln Park high-rise condo is about $420,000.

- The median price for a two beds, two baths condo sold in all of Lincoln Park over the last 12 months is about $610,000!

Contact me for more information!

Eric Rojas, Broker

Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland, Chicago IL 60614

773-510-1597

erojas@kalerealty.com

SOLD! Jefferson Park two-flat with central air, dishwashers and separate utilities

 

It was a total blast helping friends and their family secure a two-flat for multi-generational living. Not only is it good for aging in place but also helps save money and build wealth.  All photos Eric Rojas, Kale Realty or used with permission.

I 'm very happy to have helped my clients (and friends) purchase a Jefferson Park a two-flat on the North Side for multi-generational living.  This was a special search in a competitive market. The home had to meet the needs of several family members. It took financial planning, aggressive scheduling, several offers and long negotiations. Super excited to have to assisted in a huge milestone!

Jefferson Park Two-Flat Sales

-Median price of a two-flat is up about 5% this year.  27 two-flat buildings sold in Jefferson Park from Jan 1st to September 5th of 2025 (recorded in our MLS).  The median price of a closed two-flat is about $560,000. 24 units sold over the same period last year with a median price of about $536,000.

-Median price of a sold three-flat over the same period is $670,000.

-Currently there are five small multi-units (2-4 units) for sale in Jefferson Park with a median price of about $580,000.

More posts on Jefferson Park / Portage Park here

Contact me to buy and sell Chicago and suburban properties!

Eric Rojas, Broker

Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland, Chicago IL 60614

773-510-1597

erojas@kalerealty.com

Sold! Two beds Lakeview condo with parking $440,000

The living room at 731 W Buckingham Unit #12, Chicago IL 60657. The vintage unit had been transformed into a peaceful, bright and modern home. All photos Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty.

We recently listed and sold a two bedroom condo with exterior parking spot included at 731 W Buckingham #12 in East Lakeview (non-high rise buildings). The sale price was $440,000 after multiple offers.. The median price of a comparable condo in Lakeview is about $400,000 (two beds, one bath, exterior parking space included) in a non-high rise building. 

Lakeview two beds, one bath condo sales (non-high rise)
- About 29 two beds, one bath condos with exterior parking (non-high rise) sold from January 1st to September 5th of this year. with a median price of about $400,000. 

- 39 two beds, one bath condos (non-high rise) WITHOUT parking sold with a median price about $370,000. 

- 8 like kind condos sold including a garage space for a median price of about $412,000 over the same period.

Fully renovated kitchen with 

731 W Buckingham #12 has it all... parking, huge deck, storage and central heat and AC!

 Contact me for more information!

Eric Rojas, Broker

Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland, Chicago IL 60614

773-510-1597

erojas@kalerealty.com

Portage Park, Chicago home sales (median price up 6% at $450,000)

 

A mix of frame and brick home of various price range line the leafy blocks of Portage Park. I took the photo above in the further western portion of the neighborhood near Wright College, Merrimac Park and Ridgemoor Country Club

I was in the Portage Park community area again last week evaluating a potential home sale.  The neighborhood remains a relatively affordable option on the North Side. The area provides access to both city and suburban amenities including private high schools, shopping, golf clubs and universities. The eastern edge is close to Metra stations.

Portage Park Single Family Home Sales January 1st to September 5th, 2025

Portage Park community area

198 single family homes (detached) have sold from January 1st to September 8th, 2025 with a median price of $450,000. The highest priced home sold over this period is 4740 N Lotus for $975,000.  The 50' wide lot and full restoration/ renovation netted the highest Portage Park single family home sale ever (as far and I can see). The least expensive home sold during this period is 5624 W Eastwood for $195,000. The small frame home is on a standard 25'x125' lot. 

Portage Park single family homes sales are down 40 units over same period 2024. Median price is up almost 6% year over year.  Less property traded hands while purchase price is up.

To buy or sell Portage Park and North Side and near suburbs homes with low commissions please contact me at erojas@kalerealty.com

Sneak peek! New, spacious Lincoln Park high-rise condo with lake and city views (not on MLS)

 

Spacious living room with Diversey Harbor and city views.  

Sneak peek! Wow factor! Take the 3D Tour!  2626 N Lakeview, Unit 2012, Chicago IL 60614 will be hitting the public market early this summer asking $399,900. The two beds, two baths high floor corner home features fresh paint, renovated open kitchen, refreshed baths and awesome closet space. It's all about lakefront living in this gorgeous Lincoln Park condo. 

Asking $399,900. Taxes $6,474.85. Monthly assessment $1,236.39 includes 24/hr doorman, heat, water, cable, Internet, common insurance, maintenance, sky deck. Large laundry facility. Fitness room, outdoor pool and valet garage parking all on premise for extra fee.  

Amazing lake and harbor views from the living room. 

The building features outdoor swimming pool, fitness room, 24hr doorman, valet garage parking and renovated lobby. Photo link here

Huge windows provide city views as far as the eye can see.

Large space for dining table in this light and bright unit.

The open kitchen and huge peninsula island look over the living space.

Modern open kitchen with large widow.

Great setting to work your kitchen magic.

The primary suite has wrap around windows with 180 degree views and walk-in closet.

Refreshed primary suite bathroom.

2nd bedroom with awesome views and walk-in closet.

Outdoor rooftop pool!

Primary bedroom suite views.

Northwest city views from the living room.

Exclusively listed by

Contact me for more information!

Eric Rojas, Broker

Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland, Chicago IL 60614

773-510-1597

erojas@kalerealty.com