Chicago high rise condos offer a unique take on the urban lifestyle. Like small communities within themselves, high rise condo buildings unite urban dwellers through shared amenities and resident events. Magellan Development’s high rise residential developments feature luxury Chicago condos with shared outdoor spaces that allow residents to meet and mingle, while our events give our residents access to some of the most entertaining and exclusive restaurants, bars and activities in the city.

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Tourists of course know Michigan Avenue in Chicago as the best stretch of the city to stroll and shop. But real estate agents and those looking to buy a condo in Chicago also know Michigan Avenue as one of the most convenient neighborhoods in the Near North Side. Living in a high rise condo building near Michigan Avenue puts you literally in the middle of everything that Chicago is known for– close to the industry of downtown, the shopping and sights of the Magnificent Mile, and the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Plus, you’ll inevitably have some of the best views of the Chicago skyline.

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Some of the most desired real estate in the city has to be Gold Coast Chicago condos. The Gold Coast neighborhood is known for its luxury high-rise condos, beach access, storied history and beautiful architecture. Even if you don’t choose to live in the Gold Coast, anyone who lives the luxury lifestyle knows the area and its offerings.

Gold Coast History and Architecture

The history of the Gold Coast area is integral to its exclusivity. It has been one of the select places to live in Chicago since the city’s origination. Now, the area is defined by its borders on North Avenue and Division Street on the north, Lake Michigan on the east, Chicago Avenue on the south and Clark and Franklin Streets on the west.

During the late 1800s and after the great Chicago fire, the area began to see the mansions of many wealthy Chicago families because of its proximity to Lake Shore Drive and the beach. A neighborhood of prominent families and recognizable homes made the area’s real estate highly valued. Potter Palmer and James Charnley, two of the richest men in the country in the late 1800s, built mansions in the area. The Charnley-Persky House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan, still stands and you can tour the historic home.

While there are still some single-family homes in the area, the real estate in the neighborhood now consists mostly of luxury condos, high-rise developments and townhomes. One of the most affluent neighborhoods in the country, it is a very safe, beautiful and comfortable place to live in Chicago.

Gold Coast Attractions: Food, Shopping and Oak Street Beach

With affluent residents and highly-priced homes, you can expect that incredible shopping will follow. From luxury brand locations to upscale boutiques, the Gold Coast is a known shopping destination in Chicago. Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Prada, Gucci, Chanel and Harry Winston are just some of the recognizable names you’ll find in the Gold Coast.

For food, you can eat at Oprah’s favorite fine dining location, Table Fifty-Two. Chef Art Smith brings upscale class to Southern soul food in a perfect mix of taste and flavor. Tavern On Rush is another well-known name on the Chicago dining scene, located in the Gold Coast. Rated the best outdoor dining in Chicago, you can dine on traditional American and steakhouse-style cuisine in the famous eatery. Stop by Luxbar for a weekend brunch or after work– it’s known for amazing cocktails, an upscale atmosphere and the quality of service to go with it. While you’ll find mostly upscale dining in the Gold Coast area, you won’t find anything to complain about.

And finally, Oak Street Beach is wonderful in the spring and summer, but beach paths and public parks make it a great asset all year round. Whether you are a runner, biker or just an admirer of nature, immediate access to the beach and waterfront adds value to the real estate and lifestyle of the Gold Coast.

Luxury, prime location and a sense of cache means that the Gold Coast is a good place to live in or near. If you are seeking the luxury lifestyle in Chicago, you’ll want to have access to the famous neighborhood from your own condo or townhome.

As spring progresses and summer approaches, you might find yourself getting into the green mood! Good weather can make you throw open the windows and let natural light in, create a new desire to garden and inspire you to update your home’s decor. But how can you accomplish these green improvements in the urban setting of Chicago condos?

Well, we’ve gathered some home projects that you can achieve in any Chicago condo that will update your interior while also staying conscious of the earth.

1. Start a small garden. This is the most fun project for this time of year.

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Luxury Chicago condos come alive in the spring! While they are a great place to cozy up in the winter, they can be an even greater location to wait out April’s showers and celebrate May’s flowers.

This past week, temperatures soared to the mid-40s and 50s, which might not seem warm to some but for local Chicagoans, that kind of weather is a relief from winter winds and a sign of things to come! It got us thinking about getting our Chicago condos ready for spring weather. Besides the mandatory spring cleaning, what else can you to do liven up your downtown Chicago condo in anticipation for warmer days? Here are our tips for the season.

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Owners of Chicago condos know that our city celebrates St. Patrick’s Day like no other. On the weekend, celebrating St. Patty’s is arguably all about wearing as much tacky green clothing as you can fit on your body and joining the city in a celebration of spring. But if you’re celebrating in a luxury Chicago condo, how can you decorate with green in a slightly more sophisticated and subtle way, and what are the best bars to visit afterward? We’re got your answers.

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This first weekend in March is, of course, the weekend of the Academy Awards. We have a feeling our readers might be tempted to host a swanky Oscar party in their Chicago condos, but that’s not until Sunday night! So what other events, restaurant openings and exciting nightlife adventures should draw you out of those Chicago condos before the big movie event? Here are our suggestions this weekend.

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If you live in a Chicago condo, there’s a large chance that you are also a Chicago Cubs fan (Sox fans, just skip to the next event!). Just a week or two before Spring Training begins, start getting into the Cubs’ spirit with an event at Rockit Bar & Grill in Wrigleyville! Local sports expert David Kaplan of WGN 720-AM, ChicagoNow.com, and the Chicago Tribune hosts Cubs-Aholics Anonymous, where you can connect with other fans and sports media. It happens every Thursday, and it sounds like a great way to start the weekend early to us!

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Late February leaves us with still-cold weather and not a holiday in sight until St. Patrick’s Day. So what should the owners of luxury Chicago condos fill their time with on weekends during winter? Here are some of our best suggestions to explore our home city the weekend!

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Ever seen a rock opera? Well, this weekend you should check out the Apollo Theater and see Baby Wants Candy. The best part is that the script is partially based on audience suggestion, so you never know exactly what will happen during the show!  Tickets are $15, get the details here.

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Chicago luxury condos are great for about a million reasons, but here’s one we weren’t really thinking about until the recent Mid-Atlantic mess of a blizzard reminded us: snow!

Obviously, when it’s cold out in Chicago, our condos are a great place to congregate, warm up and reboot before you have to trek outside again. But snow adds a-whole-nother element to home ownership, and when the snow starts falling, you really begin to appreciate owning a Chicago condo.

Your Top 10 Reasons to Own Chicago Condos in a Blizzard

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When you live in a downtown Chicago condo, you are surrounded by the urban center of the third largest city in the country. During the spring, summer and fall, it seems like there is no end to activities, festivals and events to get you out of your condo. When winter rolls around, there is still a ton to do, but the chilly Chicago weather keeps some people inside.

But you can warm up and enjoy some time outside of your condo with a comforting meal, especially if you live downtown! What could be better on a cold winter day than gathering with a buddy or two, sitting around a table for a long lunch or dinner and filling yourself with hot, hearty grub? Chicago has a blossoming, cutting edge culinary scene, but that scene was built on what Chicago does best– comfort food. After all, isn’t the Midwest known for good ol’ meat and potatoes?

Here are our favorite places to pick up warm comfort food near downtown Chicago condos:

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