Posts with tag chicago real estate

Comedian Jeff Garlin didn't bother to curb his enthusiasm for a 1,500-square-foot condominium on Chicago's Gold Coast when he plunked down $592,000 for the unit on east Elm Street, less than a block from Lake Michigan, Blockshopper reported this past week. The Chicago native, who is a Second City theater alumnus, is best... Continue Reading »

The 8,000-square-foot mansion that was formerly a church where R&B singer-songwriter R. Kelly allegedly created a controversial homemade movie has finally found a buyer after several offers from others didn't seal the deal, the listing agent told AOL Real Estate. The 1885-built structure, which has been remodeled at... Continue Reading »

In tough economic times, mortgage fraud runs rampant -- but in Chicago, it rules. John and Eloise Smith purchased their home on the South Side of Chicago in the early 1980s for $54,000, and lived there happily for nearly 25 years. But in 2005, circumstances began to change dramatically. They faced personal bankruptcy and... Continue Reading »

Bill Rancic, winner of the first Apprentice TV series, and his 36-year-old E! News co-host wife, Giuliana Rancic, just sold their renovated mansion in Hinsdale, Ill., for a major profit three months after moving in, and one month after selling a five-room Chicago condo for a profit. The Rancics, stars of the Style... Continue Reading »

Interior designer Nate Berkus is trying to sell his 3,980-square-foot condo on Chicago's Gold Coast for $2.65 million, which would prove quite a return on investment since this 39-year-old paid only $500,000 for it in 2003. "While the market has had it's share of ups and downs over the past few years, I think we're seeing... Continue Reading »