Rats! Logan Square six story development underway near CTA Blue Line

I took a few photos last week of the new six story development site at 2755 N Milwaukee. The former Pierre's Bakery structure has been cleared.  Some residents are not totally sold on the market rate mixed use development that will bring 60 residential units and some ground retail. Some union workers are not happy either (hence the giant rat).

The large site is located immediately across the street from the North Spaulding Avenue entrance to the CTA Logan Blue Line. This strip of Milwaukee is full of shops, restaurants, services and bars.

The old bakery building.

Dill Pickle Co-OP grocery store and CTA Blue Line entrance at North Spaulding Avenue are across the street.

Logan Theater along with many restaurants, bard and shops line Milwaukee Avenue near the new development.

It is not clear if the development with be a condo building or rental apartments. 497 condo units have closed thus far in Logan Square with a median sales price of $410,000. This is a great location and would condos would probably do well. Rents for a two bedroom, two bath condo would probably start at $2,500 a month for a 1200 sq/ft unit.

New for Sale! Dramatic Bucktown duplex-up, garage, skyline views $629,000

The loft view at 2047 N Leavitt #2S, Chicago IL 60647

New for sale in Bucktown.  Great corner lot location with unobstructed exposure and skyline views.

2047 N Leavitt #2S, Chicago IL 60647 asking $629,000

 3 beds, 3 baths, garage parking, 3 outdoor spaces

WOW factor living room.

22 ft ceiling and windows with tree top views.

Master bedroom with walk-in closet and deck!

Modern Bucktown duplex-up with 22 ft floor to ceiling windows. Highly upgraded corner unit, 3 beds, 3 baths with garage parking. Chef’s kitchen w/ high-end Viking appliances. 

Three large outdoor spaces includes interior access to huge 750 sq/ft roof space and skyline views. Top floor master suite, spa-like bath, heated floors, double vanity, separate tub and luxury walk-in shower with rain + body sprays, custom marble. 10'x16' deck off master! Laundry room w/ side by side washer and dryer. Private second bedroom with 10'x16' deck! 

Interior roof access and skyline views.

Fresh paint, looks new! South, west and east light. Fantastic location near CTA Blue Line, Holstein Park and pool and close to all that Bucktown/ Wicker Park offers! Check out the Wicker Park/ Bucktown Neighborhood Guide.

Walk-in steam shower.

Master bath with double vanity and separate tub.

Second bedroom with walk-in closet and deck!

Three full bathrooms!

More property information HERE

Exclusively listed by:

Eric Rojas, Vice President/ Broker

Kale Realty

2447 N Ashland

Chicago, IL 60614

773-510-1597

ericrojasblog.com

Chasing the CTA Blue Line: Avondale home sales trending up

I spent some of the weekend looking at homes near the CTA Blue Line in the Irving Park and Avondale neighborhoods.

Our single family home buyers typically look for locations close to public transportation and in good school districts. The later can be somewhat subjective but the the former is pretty simple. They want to walk to the train.  We often follow the CTA Blue Line train heading northwest to find a home that meets our client budgets.

Bucktown/ Wicker Park have been popular for a long time and come in on the higher-end range.  Logan Square has exploded with hot bars, restaurants and residential development over the past five years. Now Irving Park and Avondale neighborhoods are meeting the demand for relatively affordable houses along transportation (and near some cool bars too).  Prices and development are up trending up.

Avondale single family home sales
130 single family homes closed in the Avondale neighborhood in 2016.  The median price over the year was about $450,000.  There were many new construction home sales.  The highest sale was a 2016 build at 2834 N Richmond St, Chicago, Illinois 60618 for $885,000. 

• 117 Avondale single family homes closed over 2015 with a median price of only $365,000.  
• In 2014, 109 houses sold with a median price of $345,000.

Affordable single family homes in parts of Avondale can still be found within walking distance to Logan Boulevard and trendy restaurants.

The more pricey Avondale location for houses tends to be between the Belmont CTA station (soon to get a $15 million overhaul) and the Logan Square station and east of North Central Park.  Homes are now commonly bought up for gut renovation or complete new construction in hot beds of Avondale.


 

New For Sale! Renovated Jefferson Park single family house $269,900

Bright, open kitchen with plenty of counter space.

For Sale! 5201 W Foster, Chicago IL 60630 asking $269,900.  Watch the video walk through!



Renovated Jefferson Park home in Beaubien School District. Crain's Chicago Business calls Jefferson Park a "best bet to buy a house" in Chicago.  Fantastic location for commuters! Minutes from two Metra lines, the CTA Blue line, 90/94 and Foster all make it easy to O'Hare, the burbs or downtown. Walk to Roberts Square Park, Mariano's grocery and Forest Glen Woods.

View more photos HERE

New roof, windows and an attractive exterior welcomes you home!

Open floor plan on main level.

Newer fully renovated kitchen overlooks the living room.

Fully renovated basement provides large family room, storage, 3rd bedroom and laundry room.

Family room.

Lower level bathroom with walk-in shower.

WOW moment backyard!

5201 West Foster, $269,900
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
2 Car garage
33'x125' Oversized lot
Landscaped yard with patio and pergola
Attic storage

Open floor plan on main level with living room, dining area, (2) bedrooms and one full bathroom. Newer gut renovation kitchen with maple cabinets, granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliances. Fully finished lower level with family room, second bathroom with walk-in shower, 3rd  bedroom and a separate laundry room.

Summer nights in your own yard!

Recent improvements include new windows throughout the house, fully finished basement, all new baths, new roof in 2015, newer HVAC, 6ft tall cedar privacy fence and gorgeous patio. The house is situated on a corner lot in Jefferson Park and just a few blocks from the Jefferson Park Blue Line and Metra stations (Forest Glen and Jefferson Park), Mariano's grocery and highly rated Beaubien public neighborhood school.

Jefferson Park is home to a booming arts and small business community. Art galleries, theaters and food trucks galore! During the summer there is a farmer's market nearby at the Copernicus center. Several parks and forest preserves for those that enjoy being active. Great sense of community!

 Exclusively listed by:

Eric Rojas, Vice President/ Broker

ericrojasblog.com

erojas@kalerealty.com

Kale Realty - Lincoln Park

2447 N Ashland Avenue

Chicago IL 60614

773-510-1597

Singing the "Brown Line Blues": Loop Track Renewal

Loop Track Renewal Project near Washington and Wabash (Photo Robert DePalma, Broker, Kale Realty)

 Many know the blues anthem "Sweet Home Chicago".  What we need is a ditty for the Brown Line Blues!

For Rent NOW! Avondale apartment, two beds, huge yard and deck, parking! $1,450 ($100.00 for parking)

A great friend and professional General ntractor has a two bedroom unit in his building for rent. The Avondale location is near the original  Small Bar, the original Kuma's and easy to the best Logan Square spots. One block to CTA Blue Line stop at Belmont and Kimball.  Contact Jon direct at the Craigslist ad HERE.

Newer large deck and huge yard.

This is a raised 1st floor apartment (not a garden) in an owner occupied gut rehabbed 3-flat. The lease starts November 1st and the rent includes all utilities except TV and Internet. May be able to move in a few days early.
Here are the details:
- gas and electric are included in the rent (no ComEd or People's Gas bills)
- apartment completely renovated
- central heat and air conditioning
- dishwasher and garbage disposal
- walk-in master bedroom closet
- hardwood floors throughout
- new windows
- laundry and storage area in the basement
- back deck
- large shared back yard and grill
- garage parking available for $100/mo.
- well maintained building
- one block to the Belmont Blue Line bus and train stop
- two blocks to 90/94
- 25 minute commute to O'hare and downtown
- close to great Avondale and Logan Square restaurants and bars

Click here to contact Jon direct

Great kitchen leads to big deck overlooking yard.  Fantastic indoor/ outdoor living.

Great place, good location for hotspots and CTA, terrific landlord. Tell him Eric sent you!

New listings in Ravenswood and Old Irving Park near the trains, videos today!

Winnemac Park (Photo Eric Rojas, Real Estate Broker Kale Realty

We'll be shooting photos and video for a new listing in Ravenswood right on Winnemac Park and close to both the CTA Brown Line and the Ravenswood Metra . We'll also list on the MLS an Old Irving Park three bedrooms town house near the CTA Blue Line and the Irving Park Metra.

Photo, Eric Rojas Real Estate Broker

All aboard!

Under Contract! Jefferson Park two-flat draws a crowd, offers

5312 W Carmen in Jefferson Park (Photo Eric Rojas, Real Estate Broker)

We recently listed 5312 W Carmen for sale at $229,000.  The legal two-flat building on a 30x125 lot is in move-in condition and perfect for an owner operator.  While needing a little TLC, some big ticket items were done such as a new tear-off roof, new great decks, major plumbing and refinished floors. The units have separate furnaces and the top floor has central AC (a big plus at this price-point).

The property was under contract after the first day of showings.

The property has a great yard.

5312 W Carmen is located in the Beaubien Elementary school District boundaries.

5312 W Carmen is only one block from Robert's Square Park and three blocks to the Jefferson Park Blue Line and Metra Station!

 

This is a great, quiet area of Jefferson Park anchored by a park, school and terrific transportation.  Big box shopping is close by and the highways are easy to get to. 

 

 

Contact Bob and Eric if you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Jefferson Park area.