The New Franklin Building, an Art Deco gem, stands proudly in the heart of Printers Row. Completed in 1910, this 13-story building houses 58 unique condominium units. The building's exterior showcases decorative brickwork, geometric detailing around the windows, and a prominent mural depicting figures in a pastoral scene. This historic structure offers a blend of classic architectural charm and modern living conveniences, making it a standout in the neighborhood.
Spacious Lofts with Modern Touches
The New Franklin Building offers a variety of floor plans, ranging from cozy one-bedroom units to expansive three-bedroom lofts. One-bedroom units, sized between 650 and 1,700 square feet, typically feature one to two bathrooms and are priced around $400,000. These units boast high ceilings, large windows that flood the space with natural light, and elegant hardwood floors. Many one-bedroom units also include modern amenities such as Smart Home technology, Lutron lighting, automatic shades, and Sonos sound systems.
Two-bedroom units range from 1,250 to 2,200 square feet, with one and a half to two and a half bathrooms, and are priced around $370,000. These units often feature open floor plans with spacious living and dining areas, exposed brick walls, and concrete columns. Kitchens are equipped with quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. Some units also include unique features like spiral staircases, built-in bookcases, and elegant chandeliers.
The largest units in the building are the three-bedroom lofts, which range from 1,860 to 3,100 square feet and include one and a half to two full and two half bathrooms. These units offer expansive living spaces perfect for entertaining. Features often include soaring ceilings, exposed brick, concrete pillars, and beams, as well as genuine oak floors. Master suites typically come with walk-in closets, spa-like bathrooms with soaking tubs, dual-bowl vanities, and separate showers. Many units also offer stunning views of the city skyline and the lakefront.
Comprehensive Amenities for Modern Living
Residents of the New Franklin Building enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance their living experience. The building offers 24-hour access, air conditioning, and heating to ensure comfort throughout the year. Each unit is equipped with modern conveniences such as dishwashers, disposals, microwaves, refrigerators, ovens, and ranges. For added convenience, there are laundry facilities and in-unit laundry options available.
The building also provides ample storage space, including bicycle storage and a dedicated bike room. A service elevator is available for easy move-ins and outs, and there is a coin laundry facility for residents' use. The building's management ensures that all common areas are well-maintained and secure, with features like a secure entry system and on-site management.
Commercial spaces within the building include a coffee shop and the Sandmeyer bookstore, adding to the convenience and charm of living in the New Franklin Building.
Vibrant Printers Row Community
Printers Row, once the historic printing and publishing district of the city, is now a lively neighborhood filled with unique businesses, college students, and residents who appreciate its proximity to The Loop. The area is known for its well-maintained streets, adorned with beautiful flowers hanging from lampposts, and its rich history, with many buildings repurposed into lofts and condos.
Dining options in Printers Row are diverse, ranging from upscale Northern Italian cuisine at Sofi to casual meals at Kasey’s Tavern and Roots Handmade Pizzeria. The neighborhood is also home to the Jazz Showcase, the oldest historic jazz club in Chicago, offering live music several nights a week.
Printers Row is close to several iconic Chicago landmarks, including Grant Park, Millennium Park, and the Chicago lakefront. Grant Park, with its impeccably maintained lawns, rose garden, and Buckingham Fountain, offers residents endless outdoor entertainment options. Millennium Park hosts events throughout the summer, many centered around music, and is home to the iconic Cloud Gate sculpture, known as "The Bean."
The Printers Row Literary Festival, held annually in early September, celebrates the neighborhood's history with Pulitzer Prize-winning speakers, vendors, performers, and kid-focused attractions.
Convenient Transportation Options
The New Franklin Building is ideally located for those who rely on public transportation. The Harrison subway station, connecting residents to the Red Line, is just a five-minute walk away. The Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren station, which connects to the Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple Lines, is also within a five-minute walk. Additionally, the LaSalle Station (Blue Line) and the Chicago LaSalle Metra Station, serving the Rock Island District Line, are both easily accessible.
Several bus stops are located within a short walking distance, including Polk & Dearborn, Dearborn & Harrison, State & Polk, and Clark & Harrison, offering connections to various transit lines such as Archer, Clark, North Bolingbrook – East Loop Express, Plainfield-East Loop Express, South Bolingbrook – East Loop Express, Wentworth, Inner Lake Shore/Michigan Express, and Museum Campus.
For those who prefer to drive, the building is conveniently located near major highways, including I-290, 90/94, and Lakeshore Drive, providing easy access to the rest of Chicagoland. The building also offers offsite parking options, with multiple parking garages in the area available for short or long-term rental.
Chicago's first protected, two-lane bike path runs through Printers Row, providing dedicated traffic signals and a safe route for cyclists. This path runs north from Dearborn Station to the Kinzie Hotel, making it easy for residents to navigate the city by bike.
For air travel, Chicago Midway International Airport is about a 20-minute drive away, while Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 30 minutes by car.
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Building Details
Recreation
Bike Trail
Amenities
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Laundry Facilities
Bike Room
Community Storage Space
Resident Manager or Management On Site
24 Hour Access
Parking
1 Garage Space Per Unit
1 Car Garage
Pet Policy
Dogs and Cats Allowed
Condo Association
$870 Monthly HOA Fees
Monthly HOA Fees Range from $867 - $870
Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, insurance, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
Tairre Dever Sutton Association, Phone Number (847) 299-5740
Property managed by TAIRRE Management Services, Inc.
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Area Factors
High Crime
Crime Score®
9/ 10
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
89/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
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Parks in this Area
Printers Row Park
1 min walk
Trails
Dearborn Park
3 min walk
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Pritzker Park
7 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Southbank Riverwalk
8 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
River
Roosevelt Park
9 min walk
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Mary Richardson Jones Park
9 min walk
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
D'Angelo Dog Park
11 min walk
Dog Park
Buckingham Fountain
14 min walk
Grant Park
14 min walk
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
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