Into the Weekend 8.22.25

Into the Weekend 8.22.25

  • Brad Lippitz
  • 08/22/25

Into the weekend...

Early in the summer my colleague Anne and I met with a couple who had lived in their home in West Lakeview for over 20 years and wanted us to sell it for them so they could downsize. After touring the house, we sat down and reviewed the strategy and process. I stressed my team’s number one goal when we sell a home: to get as much money as the market will bear for our clients. Pretty simple, eh?

 

Well, realizing that goal requires a lot. A lot of market knowledge, a lot of insight, a lot of connections, a lot of preparation, a lot of experience, and a lot of street savvy. In short, a lot.

 

With our proven track record, these sellers believed we could get the job done for them and immediately enlisted us. Smart folks.

 

With our market knowledge, insight, connections, preparation, experience and street savvy, we ultimately got them an amazing price, successfully nurturing a bidding war until it garnered 20% over list price - well over the comparable sales in the neighborhood. 

 

But this is what made this transaction stand out: one of the sellers was an agent himself, and he could have easily saved the commission by listing it himself. Understanding his limitations and our prowess, these sellers ultimately came out ahead. Way ahead. Smart folks, indeed.

 

Just another example of why enlisting the Brad Lippitz Group is the cool thing to do.

 

Have a great weekend!

 

Best,

Brad

 

Dates: August 22 - 24

Time: Various

Location: Southport Corridor (3500 N Southport)

The 12th annual Lakeview Taco Fest celebrates flavor, fun & community with taco and beer pairings, live music & family fun.

 

Dates: August 23 & 24

Time: 7:00 AM

Location: Uptown, Foster Beach (5200 N LSD)

Swim through Lake Michigan, bike iconic streets, and run through the city - or cheer on those that do! Voted the Best Sprint Triathlon in the US, the Chi Tri is one of the world's largest and most accessible triathlons.

Dates: August 21 - 24

Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Location: Navy Pier Marina (600 E Grand Ave)

Explore a collection of boats and yachts, meet industry leaders, and experience hands-on boating demos.

 

House Music Festival

Dates: August 22 - 24

Time: Various

Location: Millennium Park, Grant Park, & Chicago Cultural Center

This free festival and conference attracts house fans from across the globe for today's top DJs.

 

Visit an Open House!

4 Bed | 3 Bath Lakeview

Absolutely charming renovated single family house.

Offered at $1,275,000

Open House Saturday 12:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 

2 Bed | 2 Bath Gold Coast

Newly remodeled residence with stunning views & private outdoor space.

Offered at $399,000 + $30K Parking

Open House Saturday 11:00 - 1:00 PM

 

Featured Properties

3 Bed | 2.2 Bath Gold Coast

Modern rowhouse designed by famed architect Larry Booth.

Offered at $1,750,000

3 Bed | 3.1 Bath East Lakeview

4,000 sq. ft. coop overlooking the lake, harbor and park.

Offered at $939,900

2 Bed | 2 Bath     Bucktown

Super cool condo with 3 private outdoor spaces.

Sold for $592,500

 

3 Bed | 3 Bath River North

Corner residence with open-concept living.

Offered at $1,679,999

2 Bed | 2.1 Bath     Streeterville

Light-filled immaculately kept condo with outdoor space. Sold for $789,500

2 Bed | 2 Bath River North

Beautiful light-filled home with open floorplan.

Offered at $420,000

1 Bed | 1 Bath River North

Great investor opportunity in this light-filled condo.

Sold for $250,000

 

Buying with BLG

3 Bed | 2 Bath Wicker Park

Offered at $699,000

 

2 Bed | 2.1 Bath Andersonville

Bought for $509,000

 

In Our Pocket

Two amazing properties ripe for development in Andersonville:

Property One: 136.5' x 122' Zoned RT4 to be offered at $3,500,000.

Property Two: 106' x 122' Zoned RT4 to be offered at $2,800,000.

3 Bed | 2.1 Bath East Lakeview

Magnificent vintage residence in prime tier of elegant coop.

To be offered at $950,000

 

4 Bed | 3 Bath East Lakeview

Magnificent vintage residence in prime tier of elegant coop.

To be offered at $925,000

 

Buyers In Search Of.....

We have Buyers looking for their next home. Could it be yours?

If you or someone you know have something that could work for our clients -

Buyer #1

ISO: Single family home in northwest Evanston up to $1M.

 

Buyer #2

ISO: Condo with 3+ bedrooms in Bucktown, Wicker Park or Logan Square with outdoor space up to $1.1m.

Buyer #3

ISO: Natural light-filled 2-3 bed condo in Lakeview or Lincoln Park up to $1.3M.

 

Buyer #4

ISO: Single family home in Northfield up to $3M. Updated with nice yard preferred.

Buyer #5

ISO: Small single family home with a yard from Roscoe Village to Andersonville up to $1M.

 

Buyer #6

ISO: Condo in Highland Park up to $400,000.

Buyer #7

ISO: West Loop/Fulton Market 2-3 bedroom up to $1.5m.

 

Buyer #8

ISO: 1-2 bedroom vintage condo or loft in

Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Bucktown/Wicker/West Town, Andersonville up to $425,000

 
 

Thinking of Buying or Selling a Home?

Modern. Vintage. Architectural. Cool.

And everything in between.

Check out our Buyer's Flipbook

Answering the question:

"Why use the Brad Lippitz Group to help you purchase your next home?"

 

Check out our Seller's Flipbook

Answering the question:

"Why use the Brad Lippitz Group to help you sell your home?"

 

President, Brad Lippitz Group

773-404-1144

[email protected]

bradlippitz.com

3323 N. Broadway

Chicago, IL 60657

Check out previous "Into the Weekends" here.

 
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