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Old 03-20-2008, 08:38 AM
 
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I'm 25 and single, looking for a townhouse in the western suburbs ($250-$325 range). I like the idea of what Lombard did with the Yorktown area, is that a good area to find a place in my price range? Are there any other suburbs planning major developments in the near future?
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Old 03-20-2008, 08:55 AM
 
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I'm 25 and single, looking for a townhouse in the western suburbs ($250-$325 range). I like the idea of what Lombard did with the Yorktown area, is that a good area to find a place in my price range? Are there any other suburbs planning major developments in the near future?
Well, Naperville has sprouted many townhouse developments, as have Bartlett and Wheaton. In fact, most suburbs I know have ALL had townhouse developments in the last few years, some more than the others.
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Old 03-20-2008, 10:22 AM
 
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You would be able to get a really nice high-floor condominium unit in a small development called Oak Brook Towers. It is in the affluent community of Oak Brook and it is located on Butterfield Road, which gives it convenient access to all the expressways, Yorktown Mall, and Oak Brook Mall. There are several townhomes around the two highrises. I think the townhouses are out of your range though. It is not a new development it is 31 to 38 years old, but many of the units have been upgraded by house flippers. It has a pool and all your typical upscale condominium amenities. Parking is not a problem. Usually at least 1 space is included and more are available for cheap. The location is unbeatable for a person your age.

Here are some places in Oak Brook Towers:
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 20 N TOWER RD Unit: 8M, OAK BROOK, IL, 60523 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 40 N TOWER RD Unit: 3G, OAK BROOK, IL, 60523 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 40 N TOWER RD Unit: 6M, OAK BROOK, IL, 60523 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 40 N Tower Unit: 15M, Oak Brook, IL, 60523 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - OAK BROOK, IL, 60523 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - OAK BROOK, IL, 60523 - Realtor.com

There are also some places in nearby Hinsdale. Actually there is a new development in far south Hinsdale very close to the expressway. It is not very close to much except a large laboratory. The places are built in the 2000's and are affordable for this kind of address.

Here are some available units in Rachel Court of Hinsdale:
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 11S471 RACHAEL CT, HINSDALE, IL, 60521 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 11S417 RACHAEL CT Unit: 417, HINSDALE, IL, 60521 - Realtor.com

Here are some other places that I think are nice in Hinsdale or Oak Brook:
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 418 58TH PL Unit: 418, HINSDALE, IL, 60521 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 427 58TH PL Unit: 427, HINSDALE, IL, 60521 - Realtor.com

There is also a nice new development in Villa Park. I do not know much about Villa Park but I know it is not a popular destination. Which doesn't mean it is not nice, it is just not all that popular. These units are very affordable.
New Urban Communities (http://www.newurbancommunities.com/communities/profile.asp?CID=1123&page=profile&status=il_active &source=searchmax - broken link)
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Old 03-20-2008, 04:48 PM
 
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Awesome! Thanks for the help. Is there a website that tells you what suburbs are planning new developments? Thats what I'm looking for.
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Old 03-20-2008, 04:53 PM
 
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It is best to use a standard search engine for new developments, because most websites like Move.com favor some developers. You should visit YoChicago to find some new developments. It does favor the high-end market but it also does contain information regarding the new construction. Also, is there a reason you have to stay in the western suburbs?
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Old 03-20-2008, 04:57 PM
 
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Thanks NU. I do work downtown, but I'm not tied to any one suburb. If its close to a Metra, it works for me.
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Old 03-20-2008, 05:09 PM
 
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Wow, most of the Northern Suburbs are close to the metra or are on the Metra. I would definitely look at Evanston. Evanston gives you the choice of either Metra or the CTA 'El'. Also to the north would be Wilmette. It has more familys and is quieter. It has Metra and CTA also. Evanston really gives you a lot to do for a suburb. Glenview would also be nice. There is this new master planned development called the Glen that you would probably love. It has tons of shops, a huge park, eco center, private metra stop, and office space. You might also like Northbrook. Northbrook has Northbrook Court Mall which is very similar to Oakbrook Mall. Highland Park is also a good fit for you. It is just north of where I live (Glencoe) and it has a fabulous downtown. Also, many people are moving into townhomes and condos here in Glencoe. If you are in business it is a great place to be because it is home to some of Chicago's most influential business people. I will get you some nice listings in all the places I mentioned. They are all quick rides to the city, under 1/2 hour.
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Old 03-20-2008, 08:54 PM
 
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Here are some units/townhomes in Evanston. I would rather have a condominium in Evanston, because then you can be close to downtown, other shopping areas, and the lake. In your price range most units would be in Western Evanston, which is farther from the Metra and it is not established enough. It will take longer to become established than you want to probably spend in your townhome or condominium. There is a new townhome development by Cyrus Homes in near West Evanston. It is still walking distance to Downtown and the Metra. It is a little out of your range and it starts at $387,000. I am including vintage renovations because they are as nice as new and currently more desirable.

Evanston Listings:
1) Vintage Renovation very close to Lake Michigan
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 238 Lee ST Unit: 1, Evanston, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
2) Vintage Renovation in Great Northeast Evanston Location
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2314 SHERMAN AVE Unit: 3E, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
3) Very Nice Updated Townhome near Transportation with Large Yard
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 715 OAKTON Unit: 715, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
4) Nice Newer Condominium in Unbeatable Dempster Village Location
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1210 CHICAGO AVE Unit: 302, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
5) New Construction Interior in Prime Northeast Evanston
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2314 SHERMAN AVE Unit: 2E, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
6) Great Vintage Renovation Condominium near Lake Michigan and Metra
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 618 JUDSON Unit: 2, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
7) Great Newer Construction Condominium Unit with Seasonal Lake Michigan Views
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1210 CHICAGO AVE Unit: 404, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
8) Near Swanky Central Street Shopping and Central Street Metra
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2541.5 PRAIRIE Unit: 1S, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
9) Great New Construction Interior in Great Location on Reba!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 900 REBA Unit: 1, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
10) Great Vintage Reno near Lake Michigan
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 620 JUDSON Unit: 2, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
11) Premier Location in Vintage Reno
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1224 ELMWOOD AVE Unit: 2E, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
12) Best Address Available on the North Shore - Sheridan Road Style
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 544 SHERIDAN Unit: 1E, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
13) Newer Construction in Prime South Downtown
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1415 Sherman AV Unit: 407, Evanston, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
14) Prime Near Northwest Evanston near Central Street Shops and Train
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2310 BROWN AVENUE Unit: 2310, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
15) Gorgeous Vintage Renovation in Prime Central Street District
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2535 PRAIRIE Unit: 3, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
16) Outstanding New Construction Condominium in developing South Evanston
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
17) Newer Construction Condominium in Convenient Southeast Evanston just blocks to the Lake!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 811 CHICAGO AVE Unit: 504, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
18) Rare New Construction in Central Street District near the Train
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2951 CENTRAL ST Unit: 307, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
19) Nice New Construction in Premier West Crown Park
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2951 CENTRAL ST Unit: 307, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com
20) Pretty New Construction Interior Building in affluent Southeast Evanston!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 821 FOREST AVE Unit: 1E, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
21) Great Redone Townhome in nice area with larger yard
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 813 BRUMMEL Unit: 813, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
22) Nice Refinished Townhome in developing South Evanston
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1300 MULFORD ST Unit: 1, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
23) Nice New Construction Building in Southeast Evanston
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 605 OAKTON ST Unit: 1E, EVANSTON, IL, 60202 - Realtor.com
24) Needs TLC but really cheap Townhome
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1551 Darrow, Evanston, IL, 60201 - Realtor.com

Glencoe is one of Chicago's most affluent suburbs. It is located along the lakefront and belongs to one of the best school districts in the country, New Trier High School. Though this is a sleepy family community, it is attractive for singles and young couples looking for a quieter town, but no sacrificing the convenience of the city. Glencoe is near great entertainment in Glenview, Northbrook, and Highland Park. The Chicago Botanical Gardens and the Skokie Lagoons offer fantastic outdoor recreational opportunities. The award-winning Glencoe Park District offers wonderful programs like ice skating in Watts Park and swimming at the North Shore's prettiest beach, Glencoe Beach, which has beautiful 100+' bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan. Glencoe has one Metra Stop and is less than 30 minutes by train from the loop and downtown.

Glencoe Listings:
1) Renovated Townhomes Near Train and Dwntown Glencoe
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 312 ADAMS AVE, GLENCOE, IL, 60022 - Realtor.com
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 318 ADAMS ST, GLENCOE, IL, 60022 - Realtor.com
2) Lovely Updated Townhome Just North of Downtown Glencoe and Metra
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 315 HAWTHORN ST Unit: F, GLENCOE, IL, 60022 - Realtor.com
3) Exceptional Location only blocks to Downtown and Metra Train. Accross from Community Center
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 580 Green Bay RD, Glencoe, IL, 60022 - Realtor.com
4) Nicely Updated Condominium in Hubbard Woods. Near Hubbard Woods Metra and Shopping. Great Glencoe/Winnetka locale.
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 110 GREEN BAY RD Unit: 102, GLENCOE, IL, 60022 - Realtor.com
5) Unbelievable Value. Single Family Home under $800,000 in Glencoe!
Single Family Home - 102 GREEN BAY RD, Glencoe, IL, 60022 - Realtor.com

Glenview is an affluent community on Chicago's North Shore. It is one of the inland communities that is considered to be part of the North Shore. It is an entertainment destination for many of the North Shore communities. Glenview offers many recreational opportunities, along with shopping, and eating venues. Glenview is in the coveted Glenbrook South and Glenview School District. Small Parts of Glenview are in New Trier and Glenbrook North School Districts. Glenview has one of the lowest commute times of any northern suburbs. It is a mere 29 minute car ride from Downtown Chicago.

Glenview Listings:
1) Fantastic New Construction in the Milwaukee Corridor!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 755 N MILWAUKEE Unit: 3A, GLENVIEW, IL, 60025 - Realtor.com
2) Great Value in Premier Downtown Glenview near Metra
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1750 HENLEY Unit: 16, GLENVIEW, IL, 60025 - Realtor.com
3) Outstanding Newer Construction Condo in nice Glenview/Northfield Location near the Glen
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2640 SUMMIT DR Unit: 101, GLENVIEW, IL, 60025 - Realtor.com
4) Nice New Construction Townhouse in Glenview!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 10335 DEARLOVE RD Unit: 202, GLENVIEW, IL, 60025 - Realtor.com

Northbrook is a swanky suburb directly west of Glencoe. It is home to one of the most popular shopping destinations, Northbrook Court. It is home to the most high-end shops in the northern suburbs. Northbrook is home to Glenbrook North High School, made famous by Ferris Buehler's Day Off. Northbrook has many newer developments including a new upscale condominium complex call the Center of the North Shore. The Residences at Center of the Northshore

Northbrook Listings:
1) Very New Townhome with 2 Car Garage near Everything - Built 2005
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1935 KOEHLING RD Unit: 1935, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
2) Beautiful Renovated Condominium with Beautiful Views of Golf Course
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 3 HARBORSIDE CT Unit: 110, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
3) Newer Construction Townhome in Northbrook with 2 Car Garage
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1005 KENSINGTON DR Unit: 1005, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
4) Touched Up Townhome in Northbrook with 2 Car Garage
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 3970 DUNDEE Unit: 3970, Northbrook, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
5) Totally Renovated Condominium in Great Downtown Northbrook Location
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1060 SHERMER RD Unit: 38, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
6) Totally Renovated Golf Course Condominium with Great Views in Mission Hills!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 3851 MISSION HILLS RD Unit: 107, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
7) Cool Renovated Bachelor Pad Style Condominium in Normandy Hills! Plasma TV included!
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 3900 DUNDEE RD Unit: 204, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
8) Nice Clean Condominium in Northbrook Court Shopping Mall
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1250 RUDOLPH Unit: 4E, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
9) Cute Townhouse on little lakefront with garage in Northbrook
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 997 ENFIELD Unit: 997, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com
10) Newer Townhouse with Nice Views and Great Location in Northbrook
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 963 KENSINGTON DR, Northbrook, IL, 60062 - Realtor.com

Wilmette is one of the wealthiest communities in Chicagoland. It is home to one of the only and oldest Baha'i Temple in the world. It is located along the lakefront and is said to have one of the nicest beaches, Gilson Park & Beach. There are many gracious neighborhoods, the swankiest being the CAGE. Which stands for Chestnut, Ashland, Greenwood, and Elmwood Avenues. Homes here are rarely under $2,000,000. New Construction is plentiful in Wilmette. New Construction condominiums start in the low $500,000s and go over $1,000,000. Lakefront Condomiums are also a very expensive. Located in the area once known as No Mans Land they stand just south of Kenilworth and directly accross from the Shops of Plaza Del Lago. Nicely Updated Lakefront Units fly off the market. Most buildings are nicely appointed and have wonderful amenities. The most prestigious building on this stretch is 1420 Sheridan Road. A black swanky building with large gates greeting you too a sharp drop down to the lobby and porte cochere. The lobby looks over the pool and the pristine Lake Michigan. 1420 Sheridan Road boast the most expensive lakefront unit in Wilmette, priced at $1,475,000, which has been dropped hundreds of thousands of dollars. Some house flippers are renovating these units and flipping them for profit. Optima Inc. Constructed a mostly glass, steel, and cement tower overlooking the lake. It features a small number of full-floor units with panoramic views. Units begin at $875,000. Metra has you downtown in just 20 minutes. From much of Wilmette you may walk to Evanston's Central Street and you can ride the train less than 5 minutes to Downtown Evanston. Lake Avenue is also a straight shot to the Glen and the Eden Expressway has you at Northbrook Court in just 10 minutes.

Wilmette Listings:
1) Large Lakefront Condominium near Plaza Del Lago, Kenilworth, Downtown, Central School, and Train
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
2) Extraordinary Location in Newer Construction Building by Optima Inc.
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1925 LAKE AVE Unit: 105, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
3) Updated Unit in lovely Linden & 4th Street District, near CTA Linden Stop and Central Street Metra.
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 420 LINDEN AVE Unit: 301, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
4) Spectacular Lakefront Condo in Building with Great Amenities
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1616 SHERIDAN RD Unit: 6B, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
5) Great Affordable Townhouse in New Trier High School District
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 312 SKOKIE CT Unit: 312, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
6) Spectacular Renovated Condo with High-End Kitchen and Large Yard
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 817 HIBBARD RD Unit: B, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
7) Great Location on Wilmette Avenue near Everything including Old Orchard Mall in Skokie
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1900 WILMETTE AVE Unit: 3C, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com
8) Beautiful Plaza Del Lago Condo with Balcony and Lake Views
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1625 SHERIDAN RD Unit: 303, WILMETTE, IL, 60091 - Realtor.com

Highland Park is also a very beautiful urban suburb in Lake County on Chicago's North Shore. Home to some of Chicago's most beautiful parks and beaches, this community also boast, good schools, large downtown, metra service, Ravinia Ampitheater, and so much more. Highland Park is home to many pro-athletes including Michael Jordan. Many Bulls Players practice at the Berto Center in nearby Deerfield.

Highland Park Listings:
1) Updated Townhome in Downtown Highland Park
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 625 MULBERRY PL Unit: F, HIGHLAND PARK, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
2) Newer Construction Townhome in Convenient Location in Hot Highland Park
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 650 LAUREL AVE Unit: 204, HIGHLAND PARK, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
3) Lovely End-Unit Townhome in the Ravinia Neighborhood with local Metra Stop
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 710 BROADVIEW Unit: 710, HIGHLAND PARK, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
4) Great Renovated Condominium in East Highland Park near Beach, Metra, and Downtown
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 1220 PARK AVE Unit: 130, HIGHLAND PARK, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
5) Elegant Updated Ravinia Townhome near Everything
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 704 Broadview Unit: 704, Highland Park, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
6) Renovated Condominium in the heart of Downtown Highland Park
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2020 ST. JOHNS AVE Unit: 210, HIGHLAND PARK, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
7) Updated Single-Family Home in Highwood near Everything
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op - 2020 ST. JOHNS AVE Unit: 210, HIGHLAND PARK, IL, 60035 - Realtor.com
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8) Renovated Classic Chicago-Style home in developing Highwood near Highland Park
Single Family Home - 239 LLEWELLYN AVE, HIGHWOOD, IL, 60040 - Realtor.com


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Old 03-21-2008, 08:15 AM
 
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Elmhurst has many newer condos in their uptown area now. Off of York road. and off of 1st.
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Old 03-21-2008, 09:03 AM
 
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Elmhurst has many newer condos in their uptown area now. Off of York road. and off of 1st.
Yes, there are some beautiful ones, all seem to be walk to the train,town,etc.
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