Chicago Real Estate Guide

Best New Listings: Gold Coast, West Loop, Wicker Park

• February 13, 2012

by Erin Calandriello

In this week’s edition of Best New Listings, we look at a Gold Coast three-bedroom unit with plenty of views, a one-bedroom loft in the West Loop in a former sewing machine factory, and a three-bedroom penthouse in an old Wicker Park church.

The Views at a Gold Coast Three-Bedroom

Views, views, views is what this three-bedroom, 2.5 bath listing on the Gold Coast has to offer. Sitting on the 49th floor of a high-rise at 33 West Ontario Street, the pad offers panoramic views of the city and lake, including a view of Willis Tower from the dining room (see above). Along with the views, the unit has an upgraded kitchen, a large living room, and a master bedroom that almost feels like it could be on a cruise ship. As with most luxury projects, the building offers several amenities including an outdoor pool, parking, and a 24-hour doorman.

• Full Listing: 33 West Ontario St., Unit 49E (map)
• Price: $899,000
• Bedrooms: Three
• Bathrooms: 2.5
• Square Footaget: 2,703
• Listing Agent: Beth Babcock, @properties

West Loop One-Bedroom in Converted Sewing Machine Factory

Sitting in the former Singer Sewing Machine factory in the West Loop, this one-bedroom has features reminiscent of its past, including 15-foot cement ceilings and large windows. The second-floor corner unit has an open living space with a fireplace and exposed duct work, a new kitchen with a breakfast bar that accommodates three stools, a decent-sized master bedroom, and a recently renovated bathroom. The low monthly assessment fees of $160, garage parking space, and close proximity to everything from grocery stores to the expressway make this place worth a gander.

• Full Listing: 1019 West Jackson St., Unit 2F (map)
• Price: $214,900
• Bedrooms: One
• Bathrooms: One
• Year Built: 1914
• Listing Agent: James Gramata, @properties

Three-Bedroom Penthouse in an Old Wicker Park Church

This penthouse is in an old converted Wicker Park church that looks like a smaller version of the restored Masonic temple in downtown that houses Bloomingdale’s home store. There may not be any domes on the top of it, but the three-bedroom property listing has an envy-inducing interior with a large living room with bamboo hardwood floors and gas fireplace, a dining nook surrounded by windows, and an enormous master bedroom that could fit a full-size couch. It also has skylights, a private balcony, and a one-car garage spot.

• Full Listing: 1243 N. Wolcott Ave., Unit 3 (map)
• Price: $499,900
• Bedrooms: Three
• Bathrooms: Three
• Square Footage: 2,000
• Listing Agent: Jenna Smith, Redfin

This article originally published at http://chicago.urbanturf.com/articles/article/best_new_listings_gold_coast_west_loop_and_wicker_park/5116