Looking to live in the heart of downtown? Enjoy gorgeous skyline and lake views? Why not take a look at the Chandler?

The revitalization of the West Loop continues, and it’s moving ever west-ward. 1752 West Maypole, which is located just west of Ashland Ave., is one of the more attractive buildings in the West Loop.

One area of the north side that has been quietly redeveloping is the far west portion of Lakeview, near Western and Addison. New developments abound, and the area’s quiet residential nature might appeal to young families or maturing singles who like the nightlife but want to move to a shady spot just minutes away from the action.

Hyde Park has been an attractive neighborhood for South Side buyers for some time now, and buyers looking to move to the hottest spot on the South Side might be interested in 1377 E. 53rd St.

Margate Park will be the place to be for real estate lovers this Sunday (March 7) from 12pm – 4pm. Eighteen different real estate firms from around Chicago have come together to offer a tour of over 30 homes in this often overlooked neighborhood. Buyers will be able to see a great variety of homes in Margate Park, ranging in price from a mere %59,000 to over $1.5 million.
This far North Side community features beautiful homes and is in an excellent location. Residents of Margate Park are close to Lake Michigan, Montrose …

Not only is the location–close to downtown, public transit, Soldier Field, the Museum Campus, the lakefront–appealing, but these units offer features like two bathrooms (in two- and three-bedroom units), private balconies on most courtyard units, a living room/dining room combination, hardwood flooring in common areas, carpeted bathrooms, and recessed lighting in the kitchen and bathrooms.

Located closer to the southern edge of the South Loop, 1935 South Wabash is strategically positioned near Lake Michigan, Solider Field, Grant Park, McCormick Place, and Chinatown. This seven-story building has 180 units that offer such amenities as 10′ ceilings and hardwood floors.

If it seems like there are lots of listings in the West Loop, that’s because there. It’s a hot area, and the Trio of West Town–a set of three buildings in the Fulton River District area–is another great choice for buyers looking to be near downtown.

Aqua Tower is an 82-story skyscraper that is slated for occupancy in Spring 2010. The soaring tower is topped by an 82.550 square foot terrace that features garden, gazebos, pools, hot tubs, a walking/running track, and a fire pit.
The development includes retail and office space, 215 hotel rooms, 476 rental residential units, and 263 condo units and penthouses (on floors 53-80). This is the first building of its kind to combine a hotel, apartments and condos under one roof.
The balconies, some of which extend 12 feet from the building, create …

Smashing Pumpkins front man Billy Corgan has reduced the asking price of his vintage Gold Coast condominium to $3.55 million. He bought the space in 2002 for $2.95 million. Corgan has dropped the asking price from $5.5 million in September 2008 to $4.35 million in April, and then $3.875 million in October.
The songwriter’s 3,700 square foot renovated condo occupies an entire floor of 20 E. Burton Place, which is in the prime Gold Coast neighborhood. There are 9 units in the building, which was built in 1892 and has been …

Located on South Prairie Avenue, Chess Lofts is an innovative redevelopment of a former warehouse owned by the Chess Record Company.
Chess Lofts is one of the newest luxury loft buildings located in the heart of the vibrant South Loop. This neighborhood is one of most popular choices for buyers looking for a fantastic home close to the perks of downtown living.
There are a wide variety of  restaurants and bars close to Chess Lofts, as well as museums and cultural events throughout the year. Chess Lofts is also close to popular outdoor locations like Women’s Park, …

Old Town offers up a dose of eclectic nightlife, and it’s situated nicely between downtown, Lincoln Park, the lake, and Wicker Park/Bucktown to the west.