Places close to the downtown area ... (Chicago: condo, square footage, living in)

[midwest]

Hello!

I got a new job in downtown Chicago and will soon be moving in with my wife and a two year old daughter. We wouldn't mind living in a condo, but would like to stay under $350-400K for the mortgage. We would like to cut down on the commute as much as possible, and live in a safe and clean place.

What places would you suggest we check out in or close to the downtown area (or should I say The Loop!)?

Thanks in advance!

[outsider1]

Actually $400K can put you into South Loop if you are not too particular about the square footage.

[Naya01]

They're completely revamping the South Loop. You could definately find something there for that amount. The places are not that large though and you'd definately want to stay North of Cullerton.