Perusing real estate is the highest form of escapism. With that in mind, we present Estate of Play, a monthly rundown (with pictures!) of the most extraordinary properties currently for sale in the Chicagoland area.
1735 North Honore Street • $3,795,000
Bucktown
This 8,000-square-footer comes with a $260,000 home theater (high-definition 3D projector, anyone?) and two landscaped levels of outdoor space. So, even though you’ll be spitting distance from The 606 and all the happenings in Wicker Park and Bucktown, you may never want to leave. SEE MORE HERE
2445 Woodbridge Lane • $8,900,000
Highland Park, IL
Savvy new owners will likely update the interior (‘twas a good run, green-tiled bathroom). Which means the $8.9 million price tag on this baby points back to the Lake Michigan views. From atop a Highland Park bluff. Oh, and the private beach and outdoor pool. Sold yet? SEE MORE HERE
1337 North Dearborn Street • $5,425,000
Gold Coast
Hear the words “landmarked home” and you likely think outdated, rickety and in need of some TLC. But a fixer upper, this is not. Just take a virtual tour through the airy, contemporary Gold Coast manse, which dates back to 1880 but comes updated with a five-stop elevator, movie room and sauna. Plus, the prime location makes evening strolls through Lincoln Park or along the lake very doable. SEE MORE HERE
45 Lakeview Lane • $9,950,000
Barrington, IL
For the family man looking to spread out, we present a 17,000-square-foot home set on 8 acres replete with two lakes, a pool, a pier and a fire pit. We can smell the beginnings of an epic summer party from here. SEE MORE HERE
643 West Arlington Place • $4,495,000
Lincoln Park
Multi-level floor-to-ceiling windows look out onto the backyard and pool house. Yes, your very own pool house, complete with an indoor lap pool and hot tub. Sure, Lake Michigan is a mile away if you’re itching to swim outside, but if you dream of doing laps in January, this property’s for you. SEE MORE HERE
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