Homes picked for Marcie: Chicago around $291K

The condo offers 1,200 sq ft at $217 per sq ft, with 2 beds, 2 baths, in‑unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, and an open layout. It includes an attached 1‑car garage (total 1 parking space) and a $260 monthly HOA fee.

Ask about what the HOA fee covers, any upcoming special assessments, and confirm that the single parking space is the attached garage.

Best for: A buyer who wants a garage and ample storage

The unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on the second floor, with hardwood floors throughout and a kitchen featuring granite countertops and a full appliance package. HOA is $405 per month and includes heat, water, and trash service, plus one assigned exterior parking space.

Ask about the HOA's reserve fund status and any upcoming special assessments.

Best for: A buyer who wants a condo with parking and hardwood floors

At $292 per square foot, this 900 sq ft, 2‑bed/2‑bath condo offers a private balcony, in‑unit laundry, sound‑proof windows, elevator access, generous kitchen cabinets, an assigned storage unit, and one indoor garage space. It is located in a small 10‑unit building, just under 10 miles straight‑line from the Loop.

Ask about what the $300 monthly HOA fee covers, any pending special assessments, and confirm the exact location and type of the indoor parking space.

Best for: A buyer who wants a garage and outdoor balcony

Two‑car garage and covered rear deck on a 3,525 sqft lot; price per sqft is $159 and the finished lower level adds a third bedroom and second bath for flexible space. Updated kitchen with white cabinets, stainless appliances, and hardwood flooring on the main level.

Ask about the roof and major system ages, and confirm the lower level is fully finished to code.

Best for: A buyer who wants a garage and extra living space

The 1,100‑sq‑ft home sits on a 6,000‑sq‑ft lot with a detached two‑car garage and side drive, providing generous parking and yard space. Recent updates include a full bath and new security/screen doors installed in 2026, and the expansive lower level offers flexible extra space.

Ask about the roof and mechanical system condition for a 1964‑built house and whether any HOA fees or special assessments apply.

Best for: A buyer who wants a garage and extra yard space

The 1,700 sq ft condo provides three bedrooms, two baths and a light‑filled floor plan at $174 per sq ft, plus two dedicated parking spaces and central heating and air conditioning. Built in 1925, it sits 4.4 straight‑line miles from the Loop and carries a $375 monthly HOA fee.

Ask about what the HOA fee covers, any pending special assessments, and the condition of the building’s mechanical systems.

Best for: A buyer who wants two parking spaces and a spacious layout

The 2,785‑sq‑ft A‑frame built in 1891 sits on a 3,200‑sq‑ft lot and offers six bedrooms and two updated baths. A 2024 full kitchen remodel adds stainless steel Samsung appliances, custom cabinets and tile backsplash, while the price per sq ft is $108.

Ask about parking availability, any HOA fees or assessments, and the current property tax bill.

Best for: A buyer who wants many bedrooms and a modern kitchen

At 1,100 sq ft the loft-style unit has a private double balcony overlooking the park and in-unit laundry. The elevator building adds an exercise room, bike room, storage and a rooftop lounge, and the HOA runs $792 a month, so weigh that in the payment.

Ask about what the HOA fee covers, any pending special assessments, and confirm the nature of the one parking space.

Best for: A buyer who wants a balcony and building amenities

One‑of‑a‑kind 10th‑floor loft with 20‑ft ceilings, exposed brick and a spiral‑stair loft bedroom, offering 1,000 sf at $315 per sf; HOA is $672 monthly. Located just 0.1 mi from the Loop, the unit includes granite countertops and a partially enclosed balcony.

Ask about what the $672 HOA fee covers, parking availability, and any pending special assessments.

Best for: A buyer who wants a high‑ceiling loft with separate bedroom spaces

This top‑floor condo offers 1,535 sq ft of living space with 3 beds, 2 baths and a brand‑new roof, and it’s priced at $212 per sq ft. The kitchen features granite counters, abundant cabinets, a pantry, stainless‑steel appliances and a brand‑new dishwasher, and the unit includes one parking space and is 9.5 mi straight‑line from the Loop.

Ask about the HOA fees and what they cover, any special assessments, and the property tax bill.

Best for: A buyer who wants a top‑floor condo with parking and modern kitchen

Top‑floor soft loft from 1927 with hardwood floors, exposed brick and a private rear deck, plus an updated kitchen; HOA is $267 per month and the unit is 7 straight‑line miles from the Loop.

Ask about what the HOA fee covers, the availability of street parking, and any upcoming special assessments for this older building.

Best for: A buyer who wants a deck and street parking

The 1,150‑sq‑ft, two‑bed, two‑bath condo features hardwood floors, a galley kitchen and ample natural light, with one garage space included. HOA is $949 per month, the building (built 1976) includes a fitness center, and the unit is about 5.1 miles straight‑line from the Loop.

Ask about what the HOA fee covers, any pending special assessments, and the condition of the building’s mechanical systems.

Best for: Buyers needing a garage and on‑site fitness