jameson in the news
August 9, 2007
Jameson Realty Group:
VINTAGE CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION CHOICES ABOUND ON NORTH SIDE
CHICAGO-Condominium shoppers who shy away from modern architecture and monochromatic interiors should tour one of several vintage walk-up developments on the North Side being marketed by Jameson Realty Group.
Housed in courtyard settings and smaller apartment buildings, these condominiums typically feature totally renovated facades-everything from ornate brick, limestone and terra cotta-along with interiors showcasing trayed ceilings, crown moldings, hardwood floors and plenty of wood trim.
"Buyers are typically searching for renovated vintage buildings that feature original woodwork and moldings, 9-foot to 11-foot ceilings, fireplaces and refinished oak or maple wood floors," said Charles Huzenis, president of Jameson Realty Group.
Despite the age of these charming buildings, condo buyers will find completely renovated interiorswith modern conveniences that may include kitchens with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, new bathrooms with whirlpool tubs and restored fireplaces.
The Old World architectural charm of a vintage condominium in a walk-up building on a quiet, tree-lined street continues to draw first-time buyers to several choice North Side developments, Huzenis said.
The company is currently marketing a wide array of renovated vintage condominiums in an assortmentof North Side developments in Rogers Park, Ravenswood, Albany Park, Andersonville, Ravenswood Manor and Margate Park.
Despite all of the fancy woodwork and vintage architectural character, another advantage of buyingat these developments is the price tag.
"Many of these vintage condominiums feature affordable prices, with some units priced under $250,000, making them perfect for entry-level buyers," Huzenis said. "First-time buyers are usually looking for something priced under $250,000."
Although the walk-up courtyard buildings were built years ago, today's vintage condo-conversion developers typically offer major refurbishments including new electrical and heating systems as well as new bathrooms and kitchens.
"Today's savvy condo buyers demand new kitchens with granite counters and stainless-steel appliances, marble baths, refurbished hallways, new windows and upgraded roofs and mechanical systems," Huzenis said.
"Condominiums in older buildings are desirable because the buildings are well built and offer great architectural appointments, including crown moldings and brick fireplaces," he said.
Many first-time and move-up condominium buyers are shopping for a renovated residence in a 3-unit to 40-unit brownstone or greystone walk-up building with architectural character.
"These buyers enjoy being part of a quiet residential neighborhood. They like knowing who their neighbor is and they enjoy being away from the hustle and bustle of major thoroughfares," Huzenis noted.
Jameson Realty Group currently has a variety of condominiums with prices starting under $250,000. Here is a look at some of the choices:
Wilton Schubert Condominiums This 24-unit courtyard building at 914-924 W. Schubert/2701-2707 N. Wilton has been totally renovated inside and out. The light-colored brick building has only one condominium left for sale. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, which is available for immediate occupancy, is priced at $399,900.Amenities include hardwood floors, pre-wiring for surround sound and in-unit washer and dryer hook-ups. Also featured is a kitchen with granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. A virtual tour is available.
Washtenaw Gardens Condominiums This 22-unit courtyard building is located at 6341-6345 N. Washtenaw in the West Rogers Park neighborhood on the North Side. The 2-bedroom floor plans are priced from $168,900 to $175,900. So far, 70 percent of the condos have been sold. The condos, which are available for immediate occupancy, have private balconies and storage space.Amenities include kitchens with granite countertops, 42-inch cabinetry and a stainless-steel appliance package. Also included are in-unit washer/dryer and central heating and air-conditioning systems. A model is open for viewing from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays and a virtual tour is available
3016 W. Belle Plaine More than 70 percent of the 11 condos in this walk-up apartment building have been sold. Floorplans include 1- to 2-bedroom simplexes with 1 bath and 2-bedroom, 2-bath duplexes. Base prices range from $142,900 to $239,900. The kitchens have granite countertops, 42-inch cabinetry and a stainless steel appliance package. Other highlights include hardwood flooring, natural stone baths, in-unit washer/dryer and central heating and air-conditioning systems. The model is open on Sundays from11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and a virtual tour is available
2916-2924 Berteau Condominiums This vintage red brick building at 2916-2924 W. Berteau is in the Ravenswood neighborhood on the North Side. Only two condos remain for sale. The floor plans include 2-bedroom duplexes with 2 baths and a study. The remaining duplexes are priced from $279,900. The kitchens have granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. Other highlights include hardwood flooring, natural stone baths, in-unit washer/dryer and central heating and air-conditioning systems and a virtual tour is available
Abbott Court Condominiums This 15-unit development features an elegant gray stone exterior and an historic coach house at 2828 N. Orchard in the Lakeview neighborhood on the North Side. Available condos have 2 or 3 bedrooms with 1 or 2 baths. Base prices range from $299,900 to $399,900. To date, 75 percent of the condominiums have been sold, including the coach house. The residences are available for occupancy within 30 to 60 days. Some of the highlights include porches and terraces, oak hardwood flooring, fireplaces and kitchens with granite countertops, 42-inch cabinetry and a Kitchen Aid Architect Series stainless-steel appliance package.
The Yellowstone This 27-unit renovated vintage courtyard condominium is located at 1667-1673 W. Farwell in the Rogers Park neighborhood on the North Side.The simplex and duplex condos have 2 or 3 bedrooms and 1 or 2 baths are base priced from $199,900 to $329,900. Garden units are priced from $169,800. To date, 40 percent of the residences have been sold. The development features a landscaped courtyard. All of the condos have diagonal wood flooring and kitchens with granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. Other standard amenities include baths with marble and a whirlpool, in-unit washer and dryer, storage locker and rear deck. The model is open Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and a virtual tour is available.
Paulina Ridge CourtMore than 90 percent of the residences have been sold at this beautifully rehabbed vintage condominium at 5909 N. Paulina in the Ravenswood neighborhood. The landscaped courtyard development features 2-bedroom, 2-bath duplexes and simplexes and 2-bedroom, 1-bath simplexes base priced from $209,900 to $279,900. All of the condos have private balconies, oak hardwood flooring, marble baths and kitchens with granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. Condos also have gas-forced heating and air-conditioning systems. A furnished model is open Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m and a virtual tour is available.
Winthrop Terrace Condominiums This 19-unit vintage condominium development is located at 4936-4938 N. Winthrop in the Uptown neighborhood on the city's North Side. Condos have 1-bedroom-plus-den and 2-bedroom simplexes, and duplexes with 2 bedrooms and 2 bedrooms plus den. Base prices range from $159,900 to $274,900. Garden units are priced from $149,900. To date, more than 60 percent of the condos have been sold. All of the residences feature new wood decks, hardwood floors, marble baths and kitchens with granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. A furnished model is open Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m and a virtual tour is available.
The Grove at GreenleafThis vintage courtyard condominium development is located at 1358-1366 W. Greenleaf in the Rogers Park neighborhood on the city's North Side. The 2-bedroom condos are priced from $169,800. All of the beautifully rehabbed residences have Brazilian cherry flooring throughout andkitchens with cherry cabinetry, granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. To date, more than 70 percent of the condos have been sold. A furnished model is open Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and a virtual tour is available.
Eastwood Court This 32-unit vintage rehab development is at 3106-3108 W. Eastwood and 4634-4642 N. Albany in the Ravenswood Manor neighborhood just east of Albany Park. The development, which is walking distance to the CTA's Brown Line el, features completely rehabbed vintage 1-bedroom, 1-bath and 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominiums with hardwood floors throughout. Only one residence remains for sale-a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath duplex priced at $204,900. Free parking is available with purchase of the condominium between now and January of 2008. Kitchens are equipped with recessed can lighting, 42-inch maple cabinetry, granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package. Other features include marble baths with granite vanity tops and marble flooring, full-size stackable washer/dryer and an intercom entry system. A furnished model is open at Eastwood Court on Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. virtual tour is available.
Avers Court This charming rehabbed 31-unit vintage building is located at 5148-5158 N. Avers on the northern border of Albany Park just south of Foster and east of Pulaski. Prices for the three remaining simplex residences range from $189,900 to $199,900. The residences feature 2-bedroom and 2-bedroom-plus-den layouts with 1 or 2 baths. The garden and duplex units are sold out. To date, 90 percent of the residences have been sold. Condominiums feature hardwood floors throughout, all new 6-panel interior doors and hardware, new double-hung thermopane windows, intercom entry system, additional storage and new rear wood porches. Kitchen features include a double-bowl stainless-steel sink with pullout faucet, granite countertops, 42-inch custom cabinets, a stainless-steel appliance package including refrigerator with icemaker, range, microwave and multi-cycle dishwasher. Baths include marble-tile floor and tub surround, custom wood vanity with granite countertops, and medicine cabinet with lighting above. A furnished model is open from noon to 2 p.m. Sundays and a virtual tour is available.
Troy Court Condominiums This vintage 20-unit condominium conversion located at 4333-4337 N. Troy showcases completely rehabbed 1-bedroom-plus-den and 2-bedroom layouts. Base prices range from $194,900 to $219,900. Garden units are sold out. To date, 80 percent of the condos have been sold. Included in the purchase price is oak hardwood flooring in living and dining rooms and the bedrooms. Kitchens feature a stainless-steel appliance package and granite countertops with 1-inch backsplash and under cabinet lighting above the sink. Other highlights include central air and heating systems, washer/dryer hook-ups, high-speed Internet, pre-cable wiring and intercom entry system. A furnished model is open Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m and a virtual tour is available.
Hermitage Court Only one of these 20 superbly renovated condominiums remains for sale at 4863-4867 N. Hermitage in Andersonville. The 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout is priced at $209,800, and is available immediate occupancy. The building features landscaped front and side yards. The condominiums have crown moldings and oak hardwood flooring in living and dining areas. Kitchens feature a stainless-steel appliance package, granite countertops and 42-inch cabinets. Other highlights include central air and heating systems, washer/dryer hook-ups, high-speed Internet, pre-cable wiring and intercom entry system. A virtual tour is available.
For more information on these vintage condominium developments, please call Jameson Realty Group at 312-751-0300. For virtual tours, visit www.jameson.com.
