When looking to buy your first home have you considered different neighborhoods other than Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Gold Coast, Bucktown, Wicker Park, etc. You know what neighborhoods I am referring to. The really popular ones because of all the shops, restaurants and nightlife they have that can give you something to do at any moment of the day. So what neighborhoods can you still find affordable housing options but still have the cool shops, restaurants and nightlife that these other neighborhoods have?
Consider Albany Park. Some neighborhoods within this community are Ravenswood Manor, Mayfair and North Mayfair. All of which have their share of shops and restaurants. The one thing that Albany Park can really tote that a lot of other neighborhoods can’t is that it is the most ethnically diverse neighborhood in the city. Over 40 different languages are spoken in this neighborhood. Depending on where you want to purchase in Albany Park will dictate how much you will spend but a one bedroom condo can start as low at $136,000 and a 2 bedroom condo can start as low as $163,000 and with a little negotiating maybe even a little lower.
Since this a very diverse neighborhood there is a multitude of options when it comes to cuisine. One great place for Persian food is Noon O Kabab. William Rice a Tribune and Wine Columnist gave Noon O Kabab 4 forks. As the title suggest this restaurant specializes in Kabobs, along with other Persian fare. If Persian food is not for you how about some Swedish American food at the Tre Kronor. The ambience gives you the feel that you are eating in a friend’s house and the cuisine is very good. Want something sweet and perhaps something new to you. Try Jaafar Sweets where you can find different kinds baklava and various exotic sweets and cookies. Although there is its fair share of places to have a drink or two the one thing Albany Park is lacking is the nightlife of some of the other neighborhoods. Fortunately, Lincoln Square and the Irving Park neighborhoods have their fair share and are only a short walking distance. For more information on Albany Park or any of Chicago other neighborhoods contact Ramona Sivulich or log onto her website.
Check back next week for another neighborhood I will highlight that maybe you haven’t considered. And to get more information about Albany Park contact me Ramona Sivulich at 773-972-7182 or check the MLS listings for Albany Park homes.
Friday, May 18, 2007
Monday, May 07, 2007
Consider a Different Neighborhood
This Week Lincoln Square
When looking to buy your first home have you considered other, less popular neighborhoods? For those of you that are newer to the city most of you when looking to purchase your first home go to the neighborhoods that everyone else is considering. You know what neighborhoods I am talking about; Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Gold Coast, River North, Bucktown, Wicker Park, etc. Need I mention more? All these neighborhoods have the great allure of the little shops and restaurants. The other thing these neighborhoods have to offer is high prices. Since there are so many people that are interested in buying in these neighborhoods the supply is low and the demand is high which means prices are higher than maybe some other neighborhoods. So what neighborhoods can you still find affordable housing options but still have the cool shops and restaurants that these other neighborhoods have?
Consider Lincoln Square. Some neighborhoods within this community are Bowmanville, Budlong Woods, Ravenswood and Ravenswood Gardens. All of which have their share of shops and restaurants. Depending on where you want to purchase in Lincoln Square will dictate how much you will spend but a one bedroom condo can start as low at $140,000 and a 2 bedroom condo can start as low as $175,000 and with a little negotiating maybe even a little lower.
If you get the opportunity take a bike ride or a drive down Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Bryn Mawr. There you will find all kinds of shops and restaurants. Want a great place for a cup of coffee or a bite to eat try The Grind Café located at 4613 N. Lincoln Ave. Check them out at http://www.thegrindco.com/. Across the street form The Grind Café if you want a great place to sample some wine and cheese check the Fiddlehead Café. Besides wine and cheese they also have a full menu of some tantalizing fare. Take a walk down the street and you will find various stores that make this part of Lincoln Square really unique. If you go just little west of Western to Rockwell around the 4600 block you will also find another cute little street with a few shops, restaurants and bars as well. Some notable places on Rockwell are Scents and Sensibility which has a great selection of gifts for all occasions. Grab a bite to eat at Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill where the food is great and relatively inexpensive. For more information on Lincoln Square contact me, Ramona Sivulich. You can also refer to the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce website.
Check back next week for another neighborhood I will highlight that maybe you haven’t considered. And to get more information about Lincoln Square contact me Ramona Sivulich with Prudential Preferred Properties at 773-972-7182 or check the MLS listings for Lincoln Square homes.
When looking to buy your first home have you considered other, less popular neighborhoods? For those of you that are newer to the city most of you when looking to purchase your first home go to the neighborhoods that everyone else is considering. You know what neighborhoods I am talking about; Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Gold Coast, River North, Bucktown, Wicker Park, etc. Need I mention more? All these neighborhoods have the great allure of the little shops and restaurants. The other thing these neighborhoods have to offer is high prices. Since there are so many people that are interested in buying in these neighborhoods the supply is low and the demand is high which means prices are higher than maybe some other neighborhoods. So what neighborhoods can you still find affordable housing options but still have the cool shops and restaurants that these other neighborhoods have?
Consider Lincoln Square. Some neighborhoods within this community are Bowmanville, Budlong Woods, Ravenswood and Ravenswood Gardens. All of which have their share of shops and restaurants. Depending on where you want to purchase in Lincoln Square will dictate how much you will spend but a one bedroom condo can start as low at $140,000 and a 2 bedroom condo can start as low as $175,000 and with a little negotiating maybe even a little lower.
If you get the opportunity take a bike ride or a drive down Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Bryn Mawr. There you will find all kinds of shops and restaurants. Want a great place for a cup of coffee or a bite to eat try The Grind Café located at 4613 N. Lincoln Ave. Check them out at http://www.thegrindco.com/. Across the street form The Grind Café if you want a great place to sample some wine and cheese check the Fiddlehead Café. Besides wine and cheese they also have a full menu of some tantalizing fare. Take a walk down the street and you will find various stores that make this part of Lincoln Square really unique. If you go just little west of Western to Rockwell around the 4600 block you will also find another cute little street with a few shops, restaurants and bars as well. Some notable places on Rockwell are Scents and Sensibility which has a great selection of gifts for all occasions. Grab a bite to eat at Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill where the food is great and relatively inexpensive. For more information on Lincoln Square contact me, Ramona Sivulich. You can also refer to the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce website.
Check back next week for another neighborhood I will highlight that maybe you haven’t considered. And to get more information about Lincoln Square contact me Ramona Sivulich with Prudential Preferred Properties at 773-972-7182 or check the MLS listings for Lincoln Square homes.
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