Jun 18th 2010 5:15PM
Now that temperatures in Chicago are averaging in the 80s, the priorities for a new apartment shift a little, and moving to the top of the list is naturally some outdoor space. Perhaps a sundeck to soak in the rays and to grill out with the roomies? That's reason No.1 to check out these one- and two-bedroom apartments... Continue Reading »
Jun 11th 2010 11:11AM
With marble bathrooms, multi-levels and private rooftop deck, this posh penthouse isn't your everyday rental. But then again, it will cost you significantly more than the median apartment in the popular West Side Chicago neighborhood of Bucktown. For the new two-bedroom, two-bath residence, the monthly rent is set at... Continue Reading »
Jun 2nd 2010 3:00PM
Want the lakeside life for less? With the trend of Chicago condos-turned-rentals and the overdeveloped condo market, Lakeshore East, a southeast enclave off Chicago's loop along Lake Shore Drive, may be the answer. Over the last decade, ambitious developers eyed this coveted real estate, and up shot high-rises -- most of... Continue Reading »
May 19th 2010 11:30AM
Max Grinnell is a writer, teacher, researcher and general man-about-town -- hence his job as an urbanologist. He tells us why Chicago's Lincoln Park, with its mix of people, interesting buildings and free zoo, is where he makes his home. And yes, it does involve a restaurant Sinatra frequented. Lovers of Elks temples read... Continue Reading »
May 13th 2010 1:30PM
Recent graduates in search of it all -- the great job, the fabulous apartment and booming city life -- should go north. According to a study by Gradspot.com, the site's list of Top Ten Cities for Recent Grads put Chicago, land of brutal winters and catsup-less hot dogs, at No. 1 -- thanks to its high quality of life,... Continue Reading »
