Discover the world of Chicago's pre-war condominiums and co-ops. Designed by the most prominent architects of that time, the attention to detail is evident from the moment you enter the lobby. Inspired by European castles and chateaux, these luxury condos and co-ops feature rich wood paneling, imported stone floors, hand painted beams, and leaded windows..The apartments have house-like layouts with high ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplaces, and many with maid's room that serve as a perfect home office. If you are looking for a good value and a spacious home you won't quickly out-grow, take a look at vintage condos and pre-war co-ops.
Stunning, Newly Remodeled Penthouse Duplex Mansion In The Sky On Lake Shore Drive. This Unit Has All New Crisp Interior Details Using Architectural Digest Quality Materials. Step Off The Elevator Into Your Private Marble Entryway And Into Over 510...
1500 North Lake Shore Drive #7-8b, CHICAGO, IL - $3,995,000
The Best Of The Best! Enjoy 5,000+ Sqft Of Elegant, Renovated Living Space On Two Levels In One Of The Gold Coast's Most Exclusive, Service-oriented Coops. The Vision Of Ny Architects Ferguson And Shamamian And Designer Libby Cameron (recogni...
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2450 North Lakeview Avenue #5, CHICAGO, IL - $3,900,000
Where Else Can You Find An 8,000 Square Foot Renovated Home For Less Than $500 Per Square Foot?! Family Friendly, Prestigious, Service Oriented Building W/ All Amenities, Perfectly Located Right Across The Street From Lincoln Park. Full Floor Resi...
219 East Lake Shore Drive #7cd, CHICAGO, IL - $3,895,000
Exquisite Fully Renovated & Redesigned 4,745 Sq Ft 3 Bedroom Condo With Expansive Lake, Beach, And City Views On Prestigious East Lakeshore Drive. Direct Elevator Entry Into Limestone Foyer & Gallery Opening To Stunning Living Room With F...
1500 North Lake Shore Drive #11-12b, CHICAGO, IL - $3,200,000
Sophisticated Elegance In The Gold Coast!! Spacious Duplex Apartment In Prestigious Building Designed By Rosario Candela And Built By Mcnally & Quinn In 1927. Refined Traditional Decor With 21 Windows With Fabulous Lake Exposure. 5 En-suites...
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1430 North Lake Shore Drive #14, CHICAGO, IL - $3,184,000
"a Prominent Gold Coast Treasure" Best Describes The Stunning Renovation Of This Elegant Lake Shore Drive Residence. This Full Floor Unit With A Private Entrance Lives Like A Single Family Home In The Sky. The 45 X 12 Foot West-facing ...
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2430 North Lakeview Avenue #11-12n, Chicago, IL - $2,900,000
Gorgeous 5600sf Duplex 5 Bedroom Co-op With Breath Taking Lake & Park Views. Exceptional Architectural Details Throughout. Restored Wood Paneled Living Room & Library. Stunning Formal Dining Room, Gorgeous Mstr Suite W/his/her Baths & ...
229 East Lake Shore Drive #4w, CHICAGO, IL - $2,850,000
Sensational, Total Renovation Of An Expansive Home At A Prestigious East Lake Shore Drive Address. Brand New Interior, Just Completed By Hewitt Horn & Lichten Craig, Offers Gracious Room Sizes & Modern Amenities, While Maintaining The Inte...
1530 North State Parkway #3, CHICAGO, IL - $2,795,000
Distinguished, Full-floor Vintage Residence In One Of Gold Coast's Finest Co-ops! Located On Historic State Parkway Across From The Park And The Cardinal's Mansion. Offering An Expansive 4325 Square Feet Of Beautifully Proportioned &...
1500 North Lake Shore Drive #6c, CHICAGO, IL - $2,795,000
Completely Renovated & Highly Desirable "c" Tier In Gold Coast's Premier Co-op! Designed By Tom Stringer Design Partners & Featured In Luxe Interior Design, This Stunning Home Offers Exposures In Every Direction, Giving Brea...
1500 North Lake Shore Drive #9a, CHICAGO, IL - $2,650,000
Located In The Building's Prime Se Corner Tier, This Sophisticated 4,400+ Sqft Residence Is Ideal For Luxurious Living And Entertaining. The Architectural Details Including A Fireplace, Custom Moldings And Paneling, Hardwood Floors And Hardwo...
229 East Lake Shore Drive #11e, CHICAGO, IL - $2,500,000
Enjoy Expansive Lake And City Views From This Elegant Half Floor Penthouse Residence. Perfectly Situated On Chicago's Prestigious East Lake Shore Drive, Across From Beaches, Park, Biking And Running Paths Along The Lakefront. This Property Fe...
In Chicago, co-ops were the first form of apartment ownership, built between 1911-1929. The first “high rises” along the lakefront, .When you purchase a co-op you are purchasing shares of stock in a legal entity, usually an Illinois corporation, that owns the real estate. Along with the shares, you receive a Proprietary Lease that entitles you to occupy a certain unit. Instead of a deed, you own shares in the whole building.
Shareholders in a cooperative also pay real estate taxes, but they do not receive individual tax bills. A single tax bill is issued to the corporation and shareholders’ proportional share of the total bill, based on the number of shares they own, is included in their monthly assessment, which explains why co-op assessments appear higher than condos.
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A co-op is different from a condominium only in its legal and financial form— the essential idea of ownership is the same. But instead of being simply “an apartment you own,” you are purchasing shares of stock in a legal entity, usually an Illinois corporation, that owns the real estate. Along with the shares, you receive a Proprietary Lease that entitles you to occupy a certain unit. Instead of a deed, you own shares in the corporation.
The purchase options differ among co-ops, with a few cooperatives not permitting financing and others restricting borrowed amounts to 50% of appraised or purchase price. Further, banks don’t offer traditional mortgages on co-ops, but do have similar loan offerings that provide the same benefits.
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