Sept. 23, 2014

1835 W Eddy Street, CHICAGO, IL 60657 (MLS # 08616355)

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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Sept. 15, 2014

2049 W Webster Avenue, CHICAGO, IL 60647 (MLS # 08691710)

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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Sept. 6, 2014

2632 W Belmont Avenue, CHICAGO, IL 60618 (MLS # 08704426)

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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Aug. 31, 2014

Real Estate In Gold Coast

Over the years, the boundaries of this exclusive neighborhood have expanded, so that it now encompasses the area from Michigan Avenue west to LaSalle Street, and North Avenue south to Chicago Avenue. Some say that the Gold Coast got its name from the African coast of the same name, but it also describes the area's wealth.

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The Gold Coast is one of the oldest areas in Chicago dating back to 1882. In the late 19th century, prosperous Chicago residents'the ones with the most "gold" began moving north along the lakeshore, further inspiring the growing community's label as The Gold Coast.

The Gold Coast is a beautiful, quiet, convenient, and expensive neighborhood where prices are high and steadily rising. Since its beginnings, it remains an elite place to live, the mark of wealth and sophistication. Covering less than two square miles, this exclusive area has some of the city's best and most expensive shopping and restaurants. The Magnificent Mile is a one-mile stretch of tree-lined streets that starts at the Chicago River and runs north to Oak Street. It includes exclusive shops, upscale hotels and fine dining.

This is also a center of tourist attractions, casual eateries, movie theaters and museums. The Water Tower building survived the Great Fire of 1871 and it is now the home to a tourist office and continually changing art exhibits. The John Hancock Center on Michigan Avenue opened in 1970 and was the tallest building in the world at the time. It is a multi-purpose facility with homes, offices and shops.

Some of Chicago's most desirable real estate and historic architecture are found here, much of it by the lake. Almost any type of Chicago architecture is available: modern high-rise condominium buildings, cooperatives, townhouses, brownstones, greystones, and lavish mansions. In this area, most residential properties are one-of-a-kind and have been preserved and designated Chicago Landmarks. Residents along Lake Shore Drive generally have beautiful views across the lake. The Gold Coast has the advantage of a beach right down the block. Oak Street Beach is an ideal area for biking, running, walking or just enjoying the lake.

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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Aug. 22, 2014

2024 W Roscoe Street ,Unit Number 1B, CHICAGO, IL 60618 (MLS # 08696450)

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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Aug. 15, 2014

3426 North Hamilton Avenue CHICAGO, IL 60618

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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Aug. 8, 2014

Roscoe Village Real Estate

Located between Belmont and Addison Avenues and west from Damen to Western Avenue. Roscoe Village is within the larger neighborhood of Lakeview in the western portion.

Settled in the late nineteenth century largely by Germans, greenhouses covered much of Roscoe Village. After the 1871 Chicago Fire, there was some new construction to the area. On its western edge was Riverview Amusement Park, a Chicago landmark opened in 1904 and closed in 1967. Riverview billed itself as the "World's Largest Amusement Park." Roscoe Village was off and building!

Today Roscoe Village is a peaceful, working class /professional neighborhood that continues appealing to buyers and renters becaudue to the tree-lined streets and reasonable prices. This area attracts working couples and families and a growing number of urban professionals. Over the past five years, Roscoe Village has increased its elementary rankings significantly.  With the community influence, Audubon elementary is now ranked extremely high and Hamilton contiunes to excel.  Bell Magnet school is also partial boundaries located in the Roscoe Village community. Jahn school district touches on the edge of Roscoe Village.

Roscoe Village has a charming small town feel on Roscoe Street from Damen to Western with variety of cuisines.  From mexican to Asian, delis and coffee Roscoe Village has something to fit everyones taste. Trendy shops and boutiques also help make this neighborhood a destination.  Cinnamon, Kick'n and Apied to name a few draw people from all over to shop their fashions.  Belmont Street creates a a vibrant retail street where antique stores show off the treasures from years gone by.

Less crowded than other Lincoln Park and Lake View areas, Roscoe Village is a peaceful neighborhood comprised primarily of post World War II bungalows and 2 / 3 flats dating from the late 1800'a and early  1900's. Many have been converted to single family homes.  In recent years,because of the dsire to live in Roscoe Villages, many new Single Family Homes have been built.  The Roscoe Village community brings a wonderful mix of propfessionals, artists, couples, children and pets togther, making this a very special place to live .

Parking in Roscoe Village is relatively easy, with plenty of metered and free spots along Roscoe or nearby side streets. Roscoe Village is four miles north of the Loop. Lake Shore Drive and the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94) are within easy driving distance. The Roscoe Village community takes pride in not having permit parking. It's nice to have free side street paking.

There are "L" stops on Addison and Paulina.  Bus stops all along Addison.  Very convenient to Wrigley Field.  Stop and grab something to eat or check out the boutiques.  You won't be disappointed

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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July 31, 2014

Top 10 New Chicago Condo Listings

Top 10 New Chicago Condo Listings

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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July 25, 2014

2239 W School Street, CHICAGO, IL 60618 (MLS # 08631374)

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016

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July 14, 2014

2154 West Roscoe Street - 2

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