Loft Living in Chicago
When one thinks of a Chicago loft images of stainless steel, thick glass and Art Deco accents come to mind. One rarely thinks of exposed brick and timber ceilings. The Huron Street Lofts at 225 W. Huron Street in the “Gallery District” of River North offers old Soho style NYC living. The former warehouse has exposed brick walls, floor-to-ceiling windows and vaulted 11-foot to 13-foot high ceilings topped with classic mellow-pine beams. The lofts range in price from $250,000 to $320,000. The building is situated in a funky and eclectic neighborhood in the midst of galleries, restaurants and is just blocks away from Michigan Avenue. The developers are rehabbing the building’s lobby, halls and common areas, including low voltage wiring, high-speed Internet service and a high-tech laundry lounge. The building also has a roof deck, which offers breathtaking views of Chicago.
The Gateway Centre Lofts in West Chicago at 530 Main Street offer spectacular and comfortable city living in the middle of the business district. The lofts are comprised of one, one bedroom plus den and two bedroom homes with 1 – 1 1/2 & 2 baths. Stores and restaurants will be given permits to build inside the building. There are plans for a 100+ seat restaurant with full service bar. In conjunction with the building of the lofts, the Chicago city government has decided to improve the streets surrounding the Gateway Centre. This includes new brick paver walks and landscape edging from Route 59 west to the entry way to the Metra Lot. Additionally, the government will add new street light bases and new curb and gutter. Finally, the building offers outstanding architectural and environmental design, exquisite entrance lobby and vestibule, private parking in a heated garage, elegantly landscaped atmosphere and video monitored surveillance system.
The Union Lofts at 939 W 35th Street in Chicago are located in the heart of Bridgeport. The former manufacturing and warehouse facility has been renovated and improved for residential living. The building is close to Chicago’s Loop – a robust and diverse community. The building dates from 1913 and is primarily located in a blue collar neighborhood. Bridgeport has not seen a lot of loft development. However, as prices continue to soar in Chinatown and the South Loop then Bridgeport will remain an attractive and lower cost place to develop lofts. The lofts offer high ceilings with exposed brick and timber. There are also individual balconies and private terraces. There is also exposed spiral ductwork and wall to wall carpeting. The lofts also offer Kohler fixtures and brushed chrome hardware.
Living in Chicago offers many benefits. However, loft living in Chicago may just offer you your living dream without the white picket fence.
