Metropolitan Square in Des Plaines (Chicago: relocate, condos, housing)

[bodolo]

Anyone live on any of the Pearson Ave buildings in Metropolitan Sq in Des Plaines? We liked the downtown square, esp. how close it is to many restaurants and shops, even nicer that the tiny courtyard area in downtown Mt. Prospect. We looked at condos but still wondering if we buy one, how safe is the area after dark? Will it be a nightmare to sell the condo in a few years (assuming the housing market gets better, of course)? Particularly interested in finding out what it's like living in the 665 or 656 Pearson condos--the two buildings right across from the other on Pearson.

[chet everett]

I like what Des Plaines has achieved. Those are nice buildings, priced fairly, with some smart planning. If you are a settled person (40's?) it could be a great option. If you are younger and thing you might want to relocate/buy a detached house in less than 7 years or so I would NOT recommend it. There are neighborhoods in Chicago that are going to remain far easier to resell, but even then if you are looking a time horizon of 5 years or less you have to get a SCREAMIN' deal to do better than renting...