Aaron Ballard+FollowChicago’s mansion moguls swap palaces for penthouseAfter years in Chicago’s most extravagant mansion, Richard and Michaela Parrillo just traded 25,000 square feet of Lincoln Park luxury for a 6,800-square-foot Gold Coast penthouse—at a bargain price. Their new home, perched atop the historic Ambassador Hotel building, boasts five bedrooms, six baths, and a rooftop terrace with jaw-dropping city views. It’s a dramatic lifestyle shift, but the Parrillos remain at the top of Chicago’s real estate scene. Would you downsize for city views and a simpler life, or stick with the sprawling estate? Let’s hear your take on what makes a dream home in Chicago! #RealEstate #ChicagoRealEstate #LuxuryLiving00Share
megan01+FollowRiver North’s Kingsbury Center gets a major boostBig news for River North: Kingsbury Center just secured long-term refinancing that stretches all the way to 2050, giving this local landmark fresh momentum. With 95% of its space already leased and big names like CVS and Petco calling it home, the building’s future looks solid. The new funds mean more flexibility to fill remaining vacancies and keep the area vibrant. It’s a sign that River North’s mix of office and retail is still in high demand, thanks to its unbeatable location near the expressway and public transit. What do you think this means for the neighborhood’s growth? #RealEstate #RiverNorth #ChicagoRealEstate00Share
Heather Moore+FollowBig changes for North Side apartment livingThree North Side apartment buildings just changed hands for over $12 million, and that could mean new vibes for Uptown, North Center, and Edison Park renters. The Uptown spot on Leland Ave, freshly remodeled and steps from Montrose Beach, is now under new ownership—will we see rent hikes or more upgrades? Over in North Center, a rarely available Larchmont building sold for nearly full price after some major improvements. And in Edison Park, a newer building with Dunkin’ Donuts downstairs and modern apartments upstairs also got a new landlord. What do you think these sales mean for our neighborhoods—more investment, higher rents, or something else? #RealEstate #ChicagoRealEstate #NorthSideLiving00Share
Edward Wallace+FollowRiver North office turns into 153 new apartmentsA major office building at 111 W. Illinois in River North is being transformed into 153 high-end apartments, thanks to a $10.25 million equity deal just secured by Mag Mile Capital. This isn’t just another renovation—it's one of the biggest office-to-residential conversions in Chicago since the pandemic, and it could signal a new chapter for downtown living. With so many empty offices, seeing these spaces reimagined as homes could reshape the neighborhood vibe and housing options. What do you think—will more office buildings become apartments, and how might this change River North? #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #ChicagoRealEstate00Share
Matthew Jackson+FollowWould You Buy a Home on Historic Ground?So, the old Griffin Funeral Home in Bronzeville is turning into 14 new row homes—right where Civil War history and Black Chicago heritage meet. The big shift? Developers are banking on upscale buyers, but locals worry about gentrification and erasing the neighborhood’s roots. If you’re house-hunting, think about what it means to live where history happened—and how your new address might change the vibe for everyone. #RealEstate #ChicagoRealEstate #Bronzeville00Share
davenportmeghan+FollowChicago’s Riverfront Gets a Fresh StartBig news for Chicago renters and homebuyers: a massive riverfront project is getting a second chance! After the original developers couldn’t keep the lights on, new players are stepping in to turn the old Lincoln Yards North site into Foundry Park—a mix of homes, condos, and shops. If you’ve been dreaming of a new spot near the river, keep your eyes peeled. This could be your next neighborhood! #RealEstate #ChicagoRealEstate #FoundryPark00Share
