Tag: Lake Michigan

Posted on 09/13/2024
Keep The Light Shining All Through Fall
It’s not winter yet, but the early fall days are already getting shorter, and sometimes it feels like the summer sunshine is passing by faster than our last vacation. And the cold is not far behind. In fact, the average first date the thermometer hits freezing near Lake Michigan in fall is Oct. 14! So, when it comes...
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Posted on 09/11/2024
Here is something to do before your summer officially ends
The kids may be back in school, our tans may be fading, and the leaves may be starting to turn, but summer isn’t over just yet. The first official day of fall is Sept. 22, and even then, all hope of outdoor fun isn’t over in the Midwest. Anyone who’s lived here for any length of time knows...
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Posted on 08/05/2024
10 Great Things About Living On The North Shore
Stretching from Evanston to Lake Bluff, the North Shore is undeniably one of Chicago’s most sought-after suburban regions. Each North Shore town has its own unique character, and all are renowned for their beautiful homes, tree-lined streets, Lake Michigan access, excellent schools, and vibrant community life. The close proximity to downtown Chicago also makes the area Shore highly...
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Posted on 07/30/2024
Streeterville in Downtown Chicago
Yesterday we showed a condominium in downtown Chicago. Specifically in the Streeterville neighborhood. The area was named after George Wellington Streeter. The story is that he crashed his boat into a sand bar, and instead of moving it, he decided to stay put and claim the sand bar and the land around it as his "United States District...
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Posted on 05/01/2024
What You Can Buy Around Chicago for $2 Million
How much house can you buy with $2 million in the Chicago area? With an impressive budget of around $2 million, buyers can expect to have their pick of upscale homes featuring lavish amenities, coveted Lake Michigan or skyline views, and more. And despite higher borrowing costs at the outset of the 2024, the real estate market is...
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Posted on 10/26/2023
3 Fall Weekend Luxury Getaways in the Midwest
From the shores of Lake Michigan to the north woods of Wisconsin, the Midwest is known for its scenery and beauty, and there’s no better time to embrace that beauty than right now. Here are three luxury fall weekend getaways in the Midwest, where you can enjoy the outdoors and get some rest and relaxation in lavish comfort....
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Posted on 07/17/2023
Happy Monday
Hope everyone had a nice weekend. We were downtown, hanging out by the Chicago River and Navy Pier watching all the boats going by. Have a great week everyone....
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Posted on 05/24/2023
A Boat Run on the Chicago River
We were at the south end of downtown Chicago today. The bridges came up, and we had to wait for the boat run. It was exciting to see how lights, bells, and crossing gates come down into place. Then minutes later the bridges are cranked high into the air. These are excellent examples of Chicago's bascule bridges—essentially a...
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Posted on 08/27/2022
Cool Garden on Eastlake Terrace
We were showing our condo listing on Eastlake Terrace in East Rogers Park. We saw this cute miniature garden on the corner. It has Star Wars action figures and bowling balls. It is very cute and creative. The condo is right on Lake Michigan. It was a nice day today, and the view was great. Beautiful blue skies,...
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