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Moving Out of Your Chicago Apartment During PRIDE Weekend? Here's What to Expect
The Chicago 50th Annual Pride Parade kicks off at noon on Sunday, June 30, 2019. But wait, isn’t that also the final day of many Chicago apartment leases? If renters don’t need to move into a new apartment with a lease start date of July 1, then that afternoon is a great opportunity to watch the...
These 3 Chicago Lofts Will Lift Your Spirits
There are times when the normal apartment layout just won't suffice. And for those times when something more dramatic is in order -- like soaring ceilings, massive windows and industrial details -- then a loft apartment is there to answer the call. Given that Chicago is positively rife with old...
This Former Publishing HQ Transforms Into Luxurious Loft Apartments in the South Loop
The lobby of 820 South Michigan Ave is a subtle reminder that fashion and design are cyclical. Vintage geometric patterns adorn the rugs and furniture, transporting visitors back to the building’s heyday in the 1970s. After making their way through the main lobby and its vintage‘70s textiles,...
Surprisingly Spacious Studio Apartments
Studios let renters stretch their budgets a bit further. But they don't need to feel cramped at the same time. These are some studio apartments for rent in Chicago that let tenants stretch out more than just their budget. Browse this selection of studios that are far from pint-sized and open the...
Best Patios and Rooftops in Chicago Apartment Buildings
Chicago apartments with outdoor spaces can help make residents the talk of the town once the summer rolls around. Here are some of the best apartments around town to soak up some rays and make the most of the longer days, cool Lake Michigan breezes and epic sunsets.
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2019 Chicago Farmers Markets
If you ever find yourself staring at an empty fridge in your apartment and wondering, “are there any farmers markets near me?,” then this list should be bookmarked for future reference.
Even if apartments are lacking for green space (a trend that's actually reversing in recent years,...
Tallest Chicago Apartment Buildings on Domu Right Now
Chicago has been blazing a trail for supertall buildings that reach for the sky ever since the John Hancock Center (recently renamed 875 N Michigan) stretched to 100 stories back in 1969. In the half-century since the Hancock’s completion, a flurry of tall buildings sprang up around the world....
Apartments with the Best Views in Chicago
Here are our picks for apartments that offer the best views in Chicago. With so many iconic pieces of architecture in Chicago and the gorgeous lakefront that runs the length of the city, the list actually spans a pretty wide geographic area. Some of the best rooftop views in Chicago might come...
The Chicago Building Code Got Its First Update in Over 70 Years
Chicago apartments have been riding high on a wave of new construction in recent years. The city has seen a tremendous spike in new building construction over the last decade. Construction increased 400% from the 2010...