The development team of Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living, and Double Eagle Development, alongside general contractor  Lendlease announce the official topping off for The Saint Grand, Streeterville’s newest mixed-use development. The 21-story property is being constructed at the corner of Grand Avenue and St Clair. Office tenant build outs are expected later this year, with residential deliveries in early 2024.

 

“We are thrilled to reach this construction milestone and begin the next phase of work on The Saint Grand,” Managing Partner at Mavrek Development Adam Friedberg said. 

 

The project will add 248 luxury apartments to Streeterville, in addition to 45,000 square feet of office space and 7,500 square feet of street-level retail on the northeast corner – all within walking distance to Lake Michigan and the dining, shopping and entertainment offerings of Michigan Avenue.

 

“Tapping into our years of experience in this market, Lendlease is excited to bring The Saint Grand to life and continue our heritage of building up the Chicago skyline,” said Kinjal Patel, Executive General Manager and Senior Vice President, Construction, Central Region, at Lendlease. “As the construction manager, we are proud to celebrate this significant project milestone with Mavrek Development and their partners, the design team and the project trades.”

 

Residential offerings feature a mix of floorplans, from studios to two-bedrooms, with an emphasis on in-unit workspaces and private outdoor space to accommodate post-pandemic preferences. The Saint Grand also offers luxury amenities including an innovative package receiving service, a modern coworking lounge, fitness center and an outdoor pool and deck.  

 

“The Saint Grand is positioned for great success upon delivery,” CEO and Founder of Luxury Living Aaron Galvin said. “The designs are current. The floor plans ‘meet renter demand and the downtown Chicago luxury apartment market is thriving. We look forward to welcoming new residents in early 2024.”

 

In addition to its residential offering, The Saint Grand features two floors of rare, Class-A office space located at the top of the development, fully equipped to provide companies with a modern and integrated work environment, including the latest post-pandemic health and safety elements. In addition to the private outdoor space, office tenants will also enjoy all building amenities as an added benefit. The office will be ready for tenant build out in the fourth quarter of 2023.

 

For more information about the project, visit TheSaintGrand.com. 




Lincolnwood’s newest luxury apartment community is now leasing. District 1860, located at 7215 District Avenue, is a six-story mixed-use development, offering studio to three-bedroom apartments. Luxury Living – the exclusive leasing and marketing partner for District 1860 – recently revealed a first look at the development’s residential and amenity offerings with interior photos. Luxury Living was engaged by Tucker Development and AECOM-Canyon Partners, a joint venture between AECOM Capital and Canyon Partners.

 

“District 1860 represents an opportunity to create a unique & exciting community for its residents and visitors,” said Aaron Tucker, president & CIO at Tucker Development. “The community is the only project of its kind in the area, with an acre of outdoor amenity spaces for the residents and nearly a half-acre of a new public green space. We are proud to partner with AECOM-Canyon Partners to bring the site to life.”

 

Only a short commute from downtown Chicago, District 1860 offers desirable city-meets-suburbs amenities, combining living, dining, and shopping in the vibrant village of Lincolnwood. Residents will have restaurants and retail opportunities right outside their front doors, while they enjoy the beautiful tree-lined streets and community parks in the area. For restaurant offerings, the development already has signed leases with Davanti Enoteca, Fatpour, Fat Rosie’s, and Amazon Fresh Grocery.

 

As seen in the first-look interior photos revealed today, District 1860 offers sophisticated living with high-end finishes and fixtures. Residences feature expansive kitchen islands, custom window treatments, up to 9’6″ high ceilings, and private outdoor spaces. Each home also comes with a full-size in-unit washer and dryer and walk-in closets.

 

District 1860 offers an extensive array of amenities that cater to every need. Residents can spend time with friends by the pool, relax around a fire, walk their dog on the rooftop dog run, watch the game in the resident community room, or break a sweat in the fully equipped fitness center. Working from home has also never been easier with District 1860’s state-of-the-art Wi-Fi system that lets residents connect to Wi-Fi from anywhere in the building. 

 

We’re excited to welcome the community’s first residents this month, and it’s our privilege to showcase all the development has to offer for live, work and play opportunities,” said Luxury Living CEO & Founder Aaron Galvin.

 

Move-ins are expected to start later this month. The 299-unit apartment building offers studios starting at $1,850, one-bedrooms starting at $2,150, two-bedrooms starting at $3,250 and three-bedroom units starting at $3,995. Lincolnwood has an exceptional school district, making District 1860 an ideal place to live for residents at all stages of life.

 

Michigan Avenue Real Estate Group and its property management subsidiary, GERAM Property Management, announce today the launch of its new property management brand, The Maeve Group. The Maeve Group will continue to offer exceptional property management services for a boutique portfolio of apartment properties developed by Michigan Avenue Real Estate Group in the West Loop, Oak Park, and Evanston. Today’s announcement coincides with the launch of the brand’s new website, themaevegroup.com.

 

Michigan Avenue Real Estate Group and GERAM Property Management have built reputations for exceptional quality, attention to detail, and an unparalleled boutique living experience. While the look and feel may be different, their values and mission remain the same. They are committed to providing residents with the best possible service, quality, and living experience.

 

In addition to the rebrand, Michigan Avenue Real Estate Group today announced the expansion of its portfolio with the launch of Maeve on Madison. Maeve on Madison is the newest addition to the vibrant Oak Park neighborhood. Each home features high-end finishes, stainless steel appliances, high ceilings, kitchen islands, quartz countertops, porcelain bathroom tiles, in-unit washer and dryer, and custom closets by The Container Store. With its prime location in the heart of Oak Park, residents will have easy access to local restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, as well as convenient transportation options to downtown Chicago.

 

Luxury Living has served as the exclusive leasing and marketing partner for Michigan Avenue Real Estate Group and GERAM Property Management since 2013.

 

“We’re proud of our decade of work alongside such a great group of professionals,” said Luxury Living CEO and Founder Aaron Galvin. “The Maeve Group is committed to providing residents an exceptional living experience. Our companies are aligned in our commitment to providing a higher level of service to our clients throughout their leasing and living experience.

 

From the West Loop to Oak Park to Evanston, The Maeve Group leverages its combined expertise in designing and cultivating modern, luxury properties and providing condo-quality apartments. For more information, visit themaevegroup.com

City officials joined developers yesterday at an official groundbreaking and rendering reveal for The Saint Grand, Streeterville’s newest mixed-use development. The project is a joint venture between Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living, and Double Eagle Development. The 21-story property is being constructed at the corner of Grand Avenue and St Clair. Office tenant build outs are expected later this year, with residential deliveries in early 2024.

“Breaking ground is the next exciting step on a project we’re eager to bring to completion, not only for our joint team of developers, but for the area and its residents as well,” Managing Partner at Mavrek Development Adam Friedberg said. “The building has a direct focus on elevated wellness and is designed to highlight the elegance and sophistication of Streeterville, one of Chicago’s most vibrant communities."

At yesterday’s groundbreaking, attendees got a first look at the interior and exterior of The Saint Grand, which will include 248 luxury apartments, 45,000 square feet of office, and 7,500 square feet of street-level retail on the northeast corner, all within walking distance to Lake Michigan and the dining, shopping and entertainment offerings of Michigan Avenue.

“What we’re celebrating today is a symbol of Chicago’s recovery,” Chicago Deputy Mayor of Neighborhood and Economic Development Samir Mayekar said. “This will be the first multifamily property to deliver in Streeterville since the pandemic.The future is bright to invest in Chicago and to invest in this neighborhood.”

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins attended the event and shared remarks of support and encouragement for the development. 

“This is the last piece of the puzzle [in South Streeterville],” Hopkins said. “Future residents will have the opportunity to live in a beautiful, amenity-filled home with access to everything in the world from culture to restaurants, nightlife, entertainment, jobs, healthcare, all right here.” 

Residential offerings feature a mix of floorplans, from studios to two-bedrooms, with an emphasis on in-unit workspaces and private outdoor space to accommodate post-pandemic preferences. The Saint Grand also offers luxury amenities including an innovative package receiving service, a modern coworking lounge, fitness center and an outdoor pool and deck.  

“The Saint Grand is positioned for great success upon delivery,” CEO and Founder of Luxury Living Aaron Galvin said. With construction underway, designs confirmed, and continued momentum in the downtown Chicago apartment market, we look forward to welcoming new residents in early 2024. The Saint Grand will set a new standard for boutique living in Streeterville.”

In addition to its residential offering, The Saint Grand features two floors of rare, Class-A office space located at the top of the development, fully equipped to provide companies with a modern and integrated work environment, including the latest post-pandemic health and safety elements. In addition to the private outdoor space, office tenants will also enjoy all building amenities as an added benefit. The office will be ready for tenant build out in the third quarter of 2023.

For more information about the project, visit TheSaintGrand.com.

A co-development and joint venture between Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living Chicago Realty, and Double Eagle Development has closed on $102.2 million construction financing with MSD Partners, L.P. 
 
JLL worked on behalf of the borrower, Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living Chicago Realty and Double Eagle Development, to secure the four-year loan through MSD Partners. The JLL Capital Markets Debt Advisory team representing the borrower was led by Senior Director Chris Knight.
 
The joint venture combines a collective track record for success in developing mixed-use multifamily real estate across the Midwest.
 
“We are excited to get this project financed and begin construction,” said Adam Friedberg, Partner at Mavrek Development. “Mavrek Development is excited to continue our growth as one of the most active development groups in Chicago”
 
In addition, the team has announced the name of the property as The Saint Grand.
 
Designed by NORR, the 21-story property includes 248 Class A luxury apartments, 40,000 square feet of office, and 8,000 square feet of street-level retail on the northeast corner of E Grand Avenue and N St Clair.
 
The apartments are located at 218 E. Grand Ave., steps from Michigan Avenue shopping, dining and entertainment and walking distance to Lake Michigan and Northwestern Hospital campus. 
 
The development will feature a mix of floorplans ranging from studios to 2 Bedrooms with an emphasis on in-unit workspaces and private outdoor space to accommodate post-pandemic renter preferences. There will also be a suite of amenities including an innovative package receiving service offering, state-of-the-art co-working lounge, specialized fitness center and outdoor pool and deck.  
 
“After an exceptionally strong residential leasing season, we have even greater confidence in the ultimate success for The Saint Grand,” said Aaron Galvin CEO/Founder of Luxury Living Chicago Realty. “As a co-developer, we are using the rental trends we are seeing in the market to inform the architecture, design, and operations of this property. We have every confidence this property will be well received in the market.”
 
In addition to the multifamily offering, the property will include Class-A office space with a rare flagship opportunity located at 535 N. St Clair. This is the first Class-A office delivery in Streeterville in several years. The two full floors of office space also include private outdoor space, modern ventilation systems and other intentional post-pandemic health safety elements. Office tenants will be able to enjoy the apartment amenities as an added benefit. 
 
“We’re seeing a flight to quality in the office market in Chicago,” stated Anthony Hrusovsky, Partner at Mavrek. “Companies are using new space and residential level amenity offerings to attract their employees back to the office.”  
 
“The Offices at The Saint Grand will be the first of its kind in the Streeterville submarket, which we think will result in strong tenant demand,” added Shai Wolkowicki, Principal of GW Properties. 
 
The property will replace a parking garage located at 535 N St Clair. Demolition is underway and groundbreaking is anticipated by the end of the year. The office will be ready for tenant build outs to start Q3 2023, with the residential delivering in early 2024.
 
“This development is the culmination of many hours of hard work and team collaboration,” said Peter Koch, Partner at Mavrek. “We are excited to start going vertical.”
 
Luxury Living Chicago Realty, the exclusive leasing and marketing partner of Highpoint at 8000 North, announces Skokie’s newest luxury apartment building is over 50 percent leased. Located in Downtown Skokie at 8000 Lincoln Ave, the 12-story property features 153-units, an impressive suite of amenities, and ground-floor retail. 
 
“We could not be happier with the reception Highpoint has received,” said John Murphy, Chairman and CEO of Murphy Real Estate Services, the lead developer for the project. “Recognizing the exceptional location, architectural details and amenities within, the market response to Highpoint has exceeded expectations and realizes the planning and vision that the Village of Skokie developed for the community.
 
Floorplans include studios starting at $1,950, one-bedrooms starting at $1,998, two-bedrooms starting at $2,595, and limited three-bedroom units starting at $4,975. 
 
“We kicked off pre-leasing in early 2022, and the property welcomed its first residents in February,” said Aaron Galvin, CEO and Founder of Luxury Living Chicago Realty. “There has been strong demand for this luxury offering in Skokie, and we’re ahead of our target in reaching the 50 percent leased milestone. With limited inventory on many of the floor plans, we expect the property to be fully leased in the very near term.”
 
Highpoint at 8000 North’s unique juxtaposition of esteemed traditional architecture from Lucien Lagrange delivers luxuriously appointed and contemporary natural light-filled interiors. The property lends residents the opportunity to experience metropolitan elegance within the convenient downtown Skokie location.
 
New and incoming residents of Highpoint at 8000 North enjoy the exceptional and abundant shared amenities, including a rooftop deck with grilling area, fitness center, designer lounges for entertaining throughout the property, as well as a dog run and pet wash, game room, business center, coffee lounge, and more.
 
The project is a public-private partnership with the Village of Skokie and the Murphy Real Estate Services, with property management services provided by Lincoln Property Company.
 
Learn more about the luxury apartment building here: www.highpointskokie.com
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