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Skyscrapers near Lake Michigan
Iconic views of both scenic skyscrapers and sunsets over the open water of Lake Michigan are enjoyed by residents of the New East Side neighborhood. Locals of New East Side have access to an abundance of amenities that come with living in downtown Chicago, as well as the opportunity to enjoy fresh air from the waterfront. With many large employers in the neighborhood such as MTM Inc and Blue Cross Blue Shield, most residents are within walking distance of their office. “You’re right there in the city, and there’s fantastic views up and down the lakefront. It’s all big developments and large-scale buildings,” says Real Estate Broker Scott Berg with Berg Properties, who has over 20 years of experience.
Restaurants around New East Side
Most of New East Side is made up of local and chain restaurant options that sit at the bottom of high-rise skyscrapers. “There are local coffee shops and restaurants here and there, but it’s a bit of a walk to get anywhere else,” Berg says. Brown Bag Seafood Co serves its patrons fresh seafood dishes, including crispy cod tacos and salmon power boxes. Grab a meal to go or relax on their patio with a house-made cocktail. For an upscale dinner experience, make a reservation at Avli on the Park and enjoy their authentic Greek cuisine with dishes like brizola, lamb chops and pasta. Residents of New East Side enjoy coffee shops such as Dunkin’ and Starbucks within the neighborhood’s borders, as well as the convenience of a CVS on North Columbus Drive. Locals can do their grocery shopping at Mariano’s, or right outside the neighborhood’s borders at the local Whole Foods Market or Jewel-Osco.
Brown Bag Seafood is fresh seafood prepared quickly; Perfect for lunch in busy New East Side.
Village market keeps locals and business people fed around the New East Side neighborhood.
Avli by the Park is a Greek restaurant in the New East Side neighborhood.
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Luxury condos with amenities
New East Side residents can occupy one of the neighborhood’s several condo or apartment complexes scattered between the commercial high-rises of the area. These units can range from $500,000 to $950,000, depending on the square footage and number of bedrooms. Cirrus is an exclusive resort-style condominium that comes with additional amenities and prices its units around $1.2 to $3.5 million. Residents in the upper levels can enjoy a lakefront view. “It’s a different style of living over there, compared to the rest of downtown Chicago,” Berg says.
Cirrus and Chandler Condominium high rises are located in New East Side.
A Townhome in the New East Side is some of the most valuable real estate in Chicago.
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City parks, river trails and lake access
For a downtown area, New East Side has a plethora of green spaces. Lakeshore East Park, occupying the center of the neighborhood, features an open grassy field, brick walkways, a playground and an off-leash dog park. Take a stroll along the botanical gardens and admire the flower beds and fountains. Additionally, residents have easy access to the Chicago Riverwalk, a one-and-a-quarter-mile paved path that runs along the Chicago River, and the numerous parks and green spaces that border it. Adjacent to the start of the Riverwalk, DuSable Harbor has dock spaces and boat launches for watercraft owners to use and get out onto Lake Michigan.
The playground at Lakeshore East Park is colorful and inviting to the neighborhood kids.
The dog park at Lakeshore East Park is fun for the pooches in the New East Side neighborhood.
Walking trail and playground at Lakeshore East Park.
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Take a bus or Metra around Chicago
Most of the neighborhood is entirely walkable, with pedestrian-friendly streets that let residents walk from their condos and places of business to the restaurants nearby. Additionally, commuters can walk to the Chicago Loop from the New East Side. If people need public transportation to travel far, there are bus stations all along Columbus Drive and East Randolph Street. Only half a mile away, the Millenium Metra Train Station can connect people to the Metra Electric and SouthWest Service lines. Those who happen to use their personal vehicles have easy access to US Route 41 from the neighborhood.
Walkways make navigating New East Side a pleasure.
New East Side is made up of mostly modern buildings as part of Chicago's Lakeshore East project
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Public schools close to New East Side
While there are no public schools within the neighborhood’s borders, parents can send their kids to one of the many Chicago public schools nearby. Ogden International School of Chicago has a B-minus grade on Niche and teaches both elementary and middle school grade levels. Here, children have access to a full-continuum International Baccalaureate Program. Afterward, students can either apply to attend Ogden International High School or go to Wells Community Academy High School. While Ogden’s high school has a B Niche grade, Wells has a C-plus. Wells High School is known for its award-winning program for law and career classes, and it even offers 13 AP-level courses.
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New East Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in New East Side, Chicago sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in New East Side, Chicago over the last 12 months is $715,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Spacious and beautifully updated 1Bed/1Bath residence at iconic 400 East Randolph featuring breathtaking lake and city skyline views from an expansive private balcony. An exceptional opportunity offering elevated city living in one of Chicago's premier full-amenity buildings. This move-in-ready home features a desirable open layout with newer wood laminate flooring, fresh paint throughout, crown
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NEW PRICE. BEST VALUE IN AQUA. Perched on the 57th floor of the award-winning Aqua Tower, this rarely available Large 1BR/1BA residence captures breathtaking 270-degree panoramas of the iconic Chicago skyline, Millennium Park, Lake Michigan, and unforgettable western sunsets that paint the city in golden light each evening. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Jeanne Gang, Aqua Tower
Welcome home to this rarely available, completely renovated top to bottom, highly sought after southeast corner "03" tier luxury condo with LAKE VIEWS from every floor to ceiling window, a light-filled gracious open layout with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, approximately 1,600 square feet, indulgent PRIVATE BALCONY overlooking the water & front row seat to Wednesday/Saturday fireworks display, IN-UNIT
Beautiful and sleek high floor large one bedroom with exceptional views and a private terrace. Custom home with an open newer kitchen, black granite counters, beverage fridge, specialized lighting and a separate dining area. Sophisticated real wood floors are in great shape. The newer bathroom has a clean "spa-like" feel. Great views day or night. Large 825 sq ft full 1 bedroom. Come see the
The Height of Sophistication at St. Regis Residences. Experience a masterclass in urban elegance in this sprawling 3-bedroom plus den, 2.5-bathroom corner residence. Perfectly situated in Lakeshore East, this bespoke home offers a front-row seat to Chicago's most iconic vistas, with sweeping Northeast views of the river and the city skyline.One of the largest floor plans in the same tier. Refined
Experience elevated city living in the heart of Lakeshore East at 420 E Waterside Dr, Unit 1802. This beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers breathtaking south-facing views of the lake, park, and iconic Chicago skyline through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the home with natural light. The open-concept floor plan is designed for both comfortable everyday living
Iconic Southeast Corner Sanctuary at the St. Regis Chicago Rising above the city on a coveted corner tier, this sprawling 2,400+ SF residence offers a masterclass in urban elegance. Floor to ceiling glass wraps every room, providing an uninterrupted, 180 degree gallery of Lake Michigan, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier. Exquisite Design & Bespoke Upgrades: Curated by world renowned Hirsch Bedner
Experience luxury living at its finest in this stunning residence at The St. Regis Chicago, One of Chicago's most iconic architectural masterpieces. Perfectly positioned in the prestigious Lakeshore East neighborhood, this world-class tower seamlessly combines sophisticated residential living with five-star hotel-inspired amenities and breathtaking city and lake views. This elegant Unit 2905
BREATHTAKING PANORAMIC LAKE, HARBOR, PARK, AND SKYLINE VIEWS from this spectacular high-floor luxury residence at ParkShore! This sophisticated home-in-the-sky features floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light while showcasing some of Chicago's most coveted views. The spacious floor plan offers a large primary suite, versatile den, separate dining area, two full bathrooms,
Welcome to Chicago's Best Address. Designed by award-winning architect Jeanne Gang of Studio Gang, the tower's crystalline form was inspired by the facets of a shimmering gem. The St. Regis Residences, nestled in the coveted Lakeshore East neighborhood, invites you to experience the epitome of luxury living. Step into this exquisitely finished high-floor NE corner 3-bedroom plus den, 2.5-bathroom
YES THIS IS A SOUTH FULL LAKE VIEWS CONDO! RARE! Gorgeous world-class LAKE views for life! Creamy and bright large 1 bedroom with Great large condo with sunny South views of the lake, harbor, park, and skyline. Large private terrace. Full-sized 1 bedroom with 825 sqft. Newer kitchen and bath, hardwood floors, custom contemporary closet doors, and more. Financially strong building. Newer windows,
Experience unparalleled luxury living at the iconic St. Regis Chicago. Perched on the 51st floor, this exceptional 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the highest two-bedroom layouts ever delivered by the developer-a true home in the sky. Thoughtfully designed with a highly efficient floor plan, the residence features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows
Experience unparalleled luxury in this exquisitely redesigned, fully furnished residence at the iconic St. Regis Chicago. This stunning three-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers a true turnkey opportunity, showcasing sophisticated interiors curated by renowned Chicago design firm DGI Design. Every detail has been thoughtfully elevated-from custom wall coverings and designer window treatments to
Bright and sunny luxurious 3-bedroom, 2-bath corner unit with views of the lake from every room. Features beautifully upgraded finishes with mosaic entry tiles, crown moldings and detailed bathroom tiles with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows in the living area with lake views. The unit needs a little "tlc" and fresh coat of paint to make it a standout unique masterpiece. The primary bedroom
From sunrise to sunset, this luxury condo provides the most spectacular panoramic views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago skyline, and the River! This 77th floor unit has the largest 2-bedroom, 2.5 bath floorplan in the award-winning Aqua building. Thoughtful updates throughout include kitchen and bathroom renovations, newer flooring, fresh paint, and on-trend luxury lighting. This includes a
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Jr 1Br - Very nice unit with great views! Rent includes heat, a/c, gas, cable, health club, and internet. The health club is fully equipped with basketball, racquetball, ping-pong, machine weights, free weights, a sun deck, community BBQ grills, and the iconic geodesic domed pool. NO PETS, NO SMOKING Parking reserved assigned 220/mo per car. Immediate occupancy is preferred.
Discover Lakeshore East from the comfort of our upscale high-rise apartment community. At Shoreham & Tides, all of your apartment wants and needs are satisfied by our sophisticated style created to meet your standards - no matter how high. Our pet friendly studio, one, and two bedroom apartments with high end features and unbeatable views pair with the perfect location for an exceptional
Breathtaking Panoramic view from this very high floor. 4901 clears the Buckingham and Harbor Point with forever views of Lake Michigan, Maggie Daley, Millennium and Grant Parks, significant architectural structures on Michigan Ave., the "Bean", Museum Campus and everything Chicago has to offer. This unit can be leased fully furnished if needed and provides for the finest in high-end Italian
Experience a coastal retreat on the shores of Lake Michigan, providing your weekend escape seven days a week. Coast, Lakeshore East's first 100% smoke-free environment, is situated in one of Chicago's most desirable locations, with spectacular views of the Chicago River, Millennium Park, and the Chicago skyline. Coast features studio, convertible, one two and three bedroom apartment home and
Bright and modern 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner unit in one of Chicago's newest luxury lakefront buildings. Features include granite kitchen countertops and hardwood flooring throughout. Ideally located near parks, restaurants, the lakefront, shopping, grocery stores, and more. Enjoy the exceptional amenities at Cirrus and Lake Shore East, including indoor and outdoor pools, a game room, expansive
Located in the vibrant Lakeshore East community, where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan, Aqua places you at the center of everything the city has to offer. Aqua's unrivaled residences feature spectacular studios, convertibles, and one and two-bedroom apartment homes offering residents an impressive array of indoor and outdoor amenities; two full floors of amenities, including Chicago’s
Great newer open kitchen with granite counters. Be in the midst of Downtown Chicago - it's all about location!!! Rent this unit and be close to work, play, school, etc. Close to the lake... The building has great amenities. State-of-the-art health and fitness. Including a steam room, sauna, indoor pool in a geodesic dome, whirlpool, half-court basketball, and much more. Great Deal. Parking is
Located in Lakeshore East, North Harbor Tower's desirable location places the city at your doorstep. Our 360 degree views of Chicago, Lake Michigan and access to all the Near East Side action will provide you with the ultimate Chicago experience. Come home every day to a studio, convertible 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, or 3-bedroom apartment floor plan with modern custom design, stunning airy bay
Come live on the lakefront. Nestled between Millennium Park, DuSable Harbor, and the Riverwalk - surrounded by parks. Great rental - clean and in great shape. Rent includes almost everything. Full amenity building with doormen and security and front desk staff. The building, Outer Drive East, is almost new again. So many renovations and great building finances. New windows, new 5-star resort-like
Introducing Cascade, a striking 37-story crystalline tower offering studio to three-bedroom apartment homes, surrounded by more than 45,000 square feet of resort-style amenities spread across three levels.This urban oasis features an indoor lap pool, a hydrotherapy pool, outdoor pool, and tiered outdoor park. Thoughtfully designed resident lounges make working from home comfortable, while unique
Show up and start living from day one in Chicago with this spacious one bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped New Eastside home with stunning balcony views over the city. (ID #CHI1197)The advertised rate of $3,500/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of
Property Id: 2359184Call or text me for details; At 650sf and a balcony, don't miss this one!Experience resort-style living every day in this Lakeshore East urban oasis, with stunning views of the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, and the city skyline. Just a short stroll from Grant and Millennium Parks, the Pedway, and the shopping and dining along Michigan Avenue, you’re also within
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