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March 09, 2007

Chicago Lofts

www.greatchicagorealestate.com/map.php




We can update you on new loft listings that hit the market. Just let us know:

*Beds/Baths
*Specific Areas
*Price Range
*Time-frame
*Features Needed
*Parking Needs
*Pet Needs
*Are You Currently Working With An Agent
*Phone Number That I Can Contact You At




Please don't hesitate to call or email if you should have any questions.




Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
ron@saffronrealtygroup.com

March 07, 2007

You have to see to believe!

Ron Knoll | Saffron Realty Group | 773-330-2353 Cell
1912 W. Touhy 1E., Chicago, IL
Feels like a single-family!
4 Bdrm Condo offered at $449,000
Year Built 2004
Sq Footage 2,800
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial
Floors 2
Parking 1 Car garage
Lot Size Unspecified
HOA/Maint $195 per month

DESCRIPTION
WAY, WAY BEYOND... SPECTACULAR, ALMOST NEW(2004) 2800+ SQUARE FOOT DUPLEX DOWN IN EAST RIDGE. GRANITE, STAINLESS STEEL & MAPLE KITCHEN. TWO GORGEOUS FIREPLACES. MARBLE BATHS BEAUTIFUL CROWN MOLDINGS. SIDE BY SIDE IN-UNIT LAUNDRY. HARDWOOD FLOORS. NICE BALCONY FOR THE GRILL. AMAZING CEILING HEIGHT ON THE LOWER LEVEL. HUGE ROOM SIZES...LIVES LIKE A SINGLE-FAMILY! GARAGE PARKING SPACE INCLUDED. A MUST SEE ...

Photo 1
PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C Central heat Fireplace
Hardwood floor Family room Living room
Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove/Oven
Microwave Granite countertop Stainless steel appliances
Washer Dryer Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL LINKS

Map of property
Virtual Tour
Website
Mortgage calculator
Seller contact info:
Ron Knoll
Saffron Realty Group
773-330-2353 Cell
For sale by agent/broker

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Posted: Feb 15, 2007, 7:33pm PST

Avondale Beauty Under 300K...

Ron Knoll | Saffron Realty Group | 773-330-2353 Cell
2924 N. Talman #2, Chicago, IL
Amazing space for under 300k...
2 Bdrm Condo offered at $299,000
Year Built Unspecified
Sq Footage Unspecified
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial
Floors 1
Parking 2 Uncovered spaces
Lot Size Unspecified
HOA/Maint $157 per month

DESCRIPTION
GORGEOUS INTERIOR WITH ALL THE THINGS THAT TODAY'S BUYERS WANT! 2BR/2BTH WITH 2 PARK SPOTS INCL! BRIGHT, SUNNY OPEN SPACE STEPS TO ROSCOE VLG, LAKEVIEW,EXPWAY & SHOP. H/W FLOORS, DEN, 9'+ FT CEILINGS, EXP BRICK, GRANITE, 42'MAPLE CABS, HUGE EAT IN KITCHEN. IN UNIT W/D, MARBLE/MOSAIC BATHS CUST SHELVING, LOTS OF STORAGE. A SMART BUY IN THE CITY!

Photo 1
PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C Central heat Hardwood floor
Living room Office/Den Breakfast nook
Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove/Oven
Microwave Granite countertop Washer
Dryer Balcony, Deck, or Patio

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Storage space(s) Gated property


ADDITIONAL LINKS

Map of property
Virtual Tour
Website
Mortgage calculator
Seller contact info:
Ron Knoll
Saffron Realty Group
773-330-2353 Cell
For sale by agent/broker

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Posted: Mar 1, 2007, 7:18pm PST

University of Chicago Students and Staff!

Ron Knoll | Saffron Realty Group | 773-330-2353 Cell
6200 S. Ingleside #13A, Chicago, IL
Gorgeous Townhome Near The University!
3 Bdrm Condo offered at $359,000
Year Built 2002
Sq Footage Unspecified
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial
Floors 3
Parking 2 Car garage
Lot Size Unspecified
HOA/Maint $45 per month

DESCRIPTION
WAY, WAY BEYOND...




INGLESIDE COURT, BEAUTIFUL TOWNHOME! FIRST RE-SALE FOR THIS GORGEOUS UNIT W/ ALL THE BELLS & WHISTLES. FULL MASONRY CONSTRUCTION, LOADED W/ ALL THE THINGS THAT TODAY'S BUYERS WANT... END UNIT W/ 2 CAR GARAGE! TONS OF LIGHT & SPACE. MARBLE-CLAD MASTER BATH, JACUZZI TUB, SLATE FIREPLACE, BREAKFAST BAR, BLACK APPLIANCES, CATHEDRAL CEILING & MUCH MORE!




A MUST SEE ON YOUR TOUR, THANKS FOR SHOWING!

Photo 1
PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C Central heat Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling Hardwood floor Living room
Dining room Dishwasher Refrigerator
Stove/Oven Microwave Washer
Dryer Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL LINKS

Map of property
Website
Mortgage calculator
Seller contact info:
Ron Knoll
Saffron Realty Group
773-330-2353 Cell
For sale by agent/broker

powered by postlets Equal Opportunity Housing
Posted: Feb 26, 2007, 10:21pm PST

February 26, 2007

My new listing...

Ron Knoll | Saffron Realty Group | 773-330-2353 Cell
6200 S. Ingleside #13A, Chicago, IL
Gorgeous Townhome Near The University!
3 Bdrm Condo offered at $359,000
Year Built 2002
Sq Footage Unspecified
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial
Floors 3
Parking 2 Car garage
Lot Size Unspecified
HOA/Maint $45 per month

DESCRIPTION
WAY, WAY BEYOND...




INGLESIDE COURT, BEAUTIFUL TOWNHOME! FIRST RE-SALE FOR THIS GORGEOUS UNIT W/ ALL THE BELLS & WHISTLES. FULL MASONRY CONSTRUCTION, LOADED W/ ALL THE THINGS THAT TODAY'S BUYERS WANT... END UNIT W/ 2 CAR GARAGE! TONS OF LIGHT & SPACE. MARBLE-CLAD MASTER BATH, JACUZZI TUB, SLATE FIREPLACE, BREAKFAST BAR, BLACK APPLIANCES, CATHEDRAL CEILING & MUCH MORE!




A MUST SEE ON YOUR TOUR, THANKS FOR SHOWING!

Photo 1
PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C Central heat Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling Hardwood floor Living room
Dining room Dishwasher Refrigerator
Stove/Oven Microwave Washer
Dryer Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL LINKS

Map of property
Website
Mortgage calculator
Seller contact info:
Ron Knoll
Saffron Realty Group
773-330-2353 Cell
For sale by agent/broker

powered by postlets Equal Opportunity Housing
Posted: Feb 26, 2007, 10:21pm PST

February 16, 2007

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*Top ranking web placement
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Please contact Justin at 773.496.4111

February 12, 2007

chicago commercial real estate...

Are you looking for 5+ apartment rental buildings, mixed use buildings, warehouse buildings, or commercial listings? If so, please let me know your requirements and I will email you a list of properties.

Please include purchase price, area, type of building, timeframe, pre-approved, and whether or not you're working with an agent.

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Owner/Realtor

www.greatchicagorealestate.com/chicago_investment_properties.htm

Open Houses in Chicago

Let me know where your looking, your price range, number of bed/bath and I'll email you a list of open houses.

If your curently working with a 'buyers agent' please let me know.

happy house hunting...

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Buyers Agent
Saffron Realty Group

Selling in Bucktown/Wicker Park?

Selling your home/condo in Bucktown?

Call me for a free market analysis, and find out what your Bucktown property would sell for in today's active market. With my proven marketing plan, numerous sales awards, and thorough knowledge of Bucktown, I can sell your home for top dollar!

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Founder/Realtor

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

Relocating to Chicago?

If you're looking for a great condo in Chicago and want to be close to theater, restaurants, Lake Michigan, or Michigan Ave. shops, then just shoot me a email with your needs. Please include:

*Beds
*Baths
*Areas (Please be specific!)
*Price
*Parking
*Pets
*Timeframe
*Please indicate if you're currently working with an agent

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Founder/Realtor
Saffron Realty Group

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

January 17, 2007

January 15, 2007

Ukrainian Viilage Condos, Ukrainian Village Real Estate!

Ukrainian Village...

"The Ukrainian Village District contains an excellent cross-section of residential building types that provides a visual history of immigration settlement on Chicago's Near West Side. Together, they form an important residential streetscape, one that tells the story of German, Polish, and, ultimately, Ukrainian immigrants who settled in the area throughout the late 1800s and early 1900s. An extremely well-preserved collection of workers cottages, two- and three-flats, single family residences, and large apartment buildings, nearly one out of every three of the buildings in the district was developed by the early influential Chicago real estate developer William D. Kerfoot. The first real estate developer to reestablish his business after the Great Fire in 1871, Kerfoot became the embodiment of the "I Will" spirit of Chicago. He reopened his office the day after the fire ended with a sign on his door reading: "W.D. Kerfoot. All gone but , wife, children and energy." These unpretentious residences feature distinguished workmanship and finely crafted details."

From Wikipedia

www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com

January 08, 2007

Chicago Lofts

If you're looking for lofts in Chicago, you've found the right place!

So please shoot me an email or give me a call. I just need a few things: area, price, bed/bath, parking, pets, and time frame. Then I'll email you some loft listings and set up showings if any of them look good.

Also, please indicate if your currently working with a real estate agent, thanks!

Here are some different types of Lofts in different parts of the City.

www.greatchicagorealestate.com/chicago_lofts_page_two.htm#

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Owner/Realtor

happy house hunting...

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

Commercial Real Estate Chicago

Best site on the net for every commercial listing in the MLS, go to:

www.greatchicagorealestate.com/search_chicago_mls.htm

Any questions or showing requests, call me.

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Founder/Realtor

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

Chicago Buyers & Sellers, Did you know...

THE coolest way to search for homes in Chicago! Logging in allows you to view 100% of the listings. Non log-in sites provide you with 60% of the listings in the MLS. Something to consider when searching for your next home!!!

www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Safffron Realty Group

way,way beyond...

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

Price Change! Amazing Home in Elgin...

Reduced to $324,900.

Welcome home! This Valley Creek single-family has just been meticulously rehabbed and is ready for a new owner. Want to know what's been done? Where do we start... How about the new kitchen. Everything is brand new: maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, sink, pantry, and gorgeous granite counter tops.

The master bath has been transformed into your own personal spa. Floor to ceiling travertine tile makes this a true 'master bath'. New vanity and toilet finish off a glorious transformation to this bathroom.

The cozy family room has vaulted ceilings, new mantle, carpet, ceiling fan, and provincial brick fireplace.

The rehab doesn't stop there... New paint, roof, carpet, light fixtures on the first floor, and hardwood floors in the entry, half bath, eat-in area, and kitchen. New mini-blinds, upgraded second bath including vanity, mirror, cabinet, and travertine tile and new hardware.

The lower level has it's own frig and oven, can we say 'perfect in law'! Or use it as an amazing t.v. and entertainment room. The lower level is also complete with it's own full bath. Tons of storage and light complete this lower level.

This beautiful home sits on an enormous corner lot. The expansive backyard is a gardeners dream.

Close to the Metra, I-90, schools and shops. All you need to do is move in!

Saffron Realty Group
Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Anne Burnell @ 708 601-1303 cell

real estate that goes way, way beyond...

December 19, 2006

Commercial Real Estate Chicago

Best site on the net for every commercial listing in the MLS, go to:

www.greatchicagorealestate.com/search_chicago_mls.htm

Any questions or showing requests, call me.

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Founder/Realtor

real estate that goes way, way beyond...

December 13, 2006

Ron's New Listing!

WWW.GREATCHICAGOREALESTATE.COM (go to featured listings...)

FORMERLY USED AS A SCHOOL. ZONED B1-1 WITH A TON OF POSSIBILITIES. SOLD 'AS IS'. PARKING FOR 8-10 CARS. WILL NOT LAST, HURRY...

RON KNOLL @ 773 330-2353 CELL
SAFFRON REALTY GROUP
2538 W. CHICAGO AVE.
CHICAGO IL. 60622

LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A COMMERCIAL OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY? CALL ME!

RON@SAFFRONREALTYGROUP.COM

December 11, 2006

December 09, 2006

Did you know...

That Chicago web sites that don't require you to sign-up for their MLS search (IDX) only provide you with 60% of the listings that are available in the MLS. Our web site at www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com will provide you with 100% of the listing by only providing an email and password (VOW).

That easy! Enjoy your search...

December 08, 2006

Open House 12/10 from 12-2. East Village Duplex-Up with Skyline Views!

1035 N. PAULINA #C. ULTRA RARE EAST VILLAGE 2 BED/2.1 BATH DUPLEX-UP W/ONLY THE FINEST FINISHES SS SUBZERO&BOSCH,1.25 GRANITE,CHERRY CABS,CUSTOM WNDW TREATMENTS,MARBLE BTHS, JACUZZI&BODY SPRAYS. WALNUT STAINED OAK FLRS,AMAZING VAULTED LR CEILINGS,TWO HUGE DECKS&ROOF RIGHTS FOR AMAZING ENTERTAINING.ORGANIZED CLSTS&GRG PKG 1.5 BLKS-DIVISION, 2.5 BLKS-BLUE LN & 30 SECS-XPRESSWAY!! 

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

December 06, 2006

563 Shenandoah

Welcome home! This Valley Creek 4 bed/3.1 bath single-family has just been meticulously rehabbed and is ready for a new owner. Want to know what's been done? Where do we start... How about the new kitchen. Everything is brand new: maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, sink, pantry, and gorgeous granite counter tops.

The master bath has been transformed into your own personal spa. Floor to ceiling travertine tile makes this a true 'master bath'. New vanity and toilet finish off a glorious transformation to this bathroom.

The cozy family room has vaulted ceilings, new mantle, carpet, ceiling fan, and provincial brick fireplace.

The rehab doesn't stop there... New paint, roof, carpet, light fixtures on the first floor, and hardwood floors in the entry, half bath, eat-in area, and kitchen. New mini-blinds, upgraded second bath including vanity, mirror, cabinet, and travertine tile and new hardware.

The lower level has it's own frig and oven, can we say 'perfect in law'! Or use it as an amazing t.v. and entertainment room. The lower level is also complete with it's own full bath. Tons of storage and light complete this lower level.

This beautiful home sits on an enormous corner lot. The expansive backyard is a gardeners dream.

Close to the Metra, I-90, schools and shops. All you need to do is move in!

Saffron Realty Group
Ron@SaffronRealty.com
Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Anne Burnell @ 708 601-1303 cell

real estate that goes way, way beyond...

November 30, 2006

East Village Duplex-Up with Skyline Views! Not on the MLS till Monday!

AMAZING & RARE EAST VILLAGE DUPLEX-UP W/ONLY THE FINEST FINISHES: STAINLESS STEEL SUBZERO, & BOSCH, 1.25 GRANITE, CHERRY CABINETS, CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS, MARBLE BATHS, JACUZZI & BODY SPRAYS. WALNUT STAINED OAK FLOORS, AMAZING VALUTED LIVING ROOM CEILINGS,TWO HUGE DECKS & ROOF RIGHTS FOR AMAZING ENTERTAINING. ORGANIZED CLOSETS & GARAGE PARKING 1.5 BLOCKS TO DIVISION, 2.5 BLKS TO BLUE LINE & 30 SECONDS TO THE EXPRESSWAY!! AND DID I MENTION THE OUTDOOR HOT TUB WITH SKYLINE VIEWS... WOW!

RON KNOLL @ 773 330-2353 CELL
SAFFRON REALTY GROUP

GO TO WWW.GREATCHICAGOREALESTATE.COM 'FEATURED LISTINGS' for pics...

November 14, 2006

Elgin Single Family, Open House 11/19 from 11-2

$329,000 4 bed/3.1 bath. 563 Shenandoah Trail in Elgin. Open 11-2 on Sunday 11/19.

see you there!

November 10, 2006

chicago commercial real estate...

Chicago Investment Properties!

To search for 2-4 flats, apartment buildings, office buildings or any other type of investment property in Chicago, it's just a matter of changing your search criteria when searching the multiple listing service.

1. Location. What part of the city do you want to search? It's usually best to start by choosing a county, and if too many results are returned, then choose specific areas within that county. The database is only as smart as complete as the agent who entered the data. Many agents don't enter the specific area of the city where the property is located, they simply enter the address and county. By searching by county first, you are assured that you are seeing ALL properties for sale.

2. Property Type. You MUST choose the type of property you seek, your choices are:

Multi-Family 5+ Units
Multi-Unit 2-4 Units
Industrial
Retail Store
Office/Tech

3. Save Search. Once the search is run, and if you are happy with the results, save the search and choose to have the results of that search emailed to you each day. Each day when the system is updated with the latest listings that have been bought or sold, the system will automatically run your search and notify you of any new results which match your search criteria!

Ready to Search? Click on the button below.

www.greatchicagorealestate.com/search_chicago_mls.htm

Elgin Home NOT on the Market!

www.circlepix.com/agent/50071

For a showing or any questions

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group

way, way beyond...

November 09, 2006

Bucktown Property, Bucktown Condos, Bucktown Single-Family...

http://www.greatchicagorealestate.com/Comm_Bucktown.htm

Selling your home/condo in Bucktown?

Call me for a free market analysis, and find out what your Bucktown property would sell for in today's active market. With my proven marketing plan, numerous sales awards, and thorough knowledge of Bucktown, I can sell your home for top dollar!

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Founder/Realtor
Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

Off Market Single-Family in Elgin,

Welcome home! This Valley Creek 4 bedroom/3.1 bath single-family has just been meticulously rehabbed and is ready for a new owner. Want to know what's been done? Where do we start... How about the new kitchen. Everything is brand new: maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, sink, pantry, and gorgeous granite counter tops.

The master bath has been transformed into your own personal spa. Floor to ceiling travertine tile makes this a true 'master bath'. New vanity and toilet finish off a glorious transformation to this bathroom.

The cozy family room has vaulted ceilings, new mantle, carpet, ceiling fan, and provincial brick fireplace.

The rehab doesn't stop there... New paint, roof, carpet, light fixtures on the first floor, and hardwood floors in the entry, half bath, eat-in area, and kitchen. New mini-blinds, upgraded second bath including vanity, mirror, cabinet, and travertine tile and new hardware.

The lower level has it's own frig and oven, can we say 'perfect in law'! Or use it as an amazing t.v. and entertainment room. The lower level is also complete with it's own full bath. Tons of storage and light complete this lower level.

This beautiful home sits on an enormous corner lot. The expansive backyard is a gardeners dream.

Close to the Metra, I-90, schools and shops. All you need to do is move in!

Saffron Realty Group
Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Anne Burnell @ 708 601-1303 cell

real estate that goes way, way beyond...

November 05, 2006

North Shore Homes and Estates...

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com
Looking to make a statement with your next home? If your having a hard time finding the next luxury home or estate, give me a call.

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Founder/Realtor

way, way beyond ordinary real esatate...

www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com
Search Mansions & Estates, No Log-In!

Chicago Condos

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

#1 Web Site in Chicago! Amazing 'Loft Section', Commercial Listings, Cool Blog, Featured Listings, Search for a second home in Michigan, & Useful 'Neighborhood Information'

www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com


Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
2538 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago Il. 60622

for all your real estate needs...

October 24, 2006

Lincoln Park Real Estate

Lincoln Park Illinois Real Estate
Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com with any Lincoln Park questions!


Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park is located on the North side of the Chicago, slightly above the Loop between Diversey and the Lake. People who are not part of the local community tend to concentrate in the area near the Lake, but the heart of the neighborhood is along Fullerton and Halsted. Lincoln Park is just a stone throw away from the downtown – about 20 minutes train ride or a ten minute drive to Kennedy. The village is very well connected both by rail and bus services.

Lincoln Park prides itself to be one the most attractive neighborhoods in Chicago. It not only has elegant houses, but also boasts of great location and view. Lincoln Park draws its name from being ‘the happening place’ from many angles. There are a number of exciting sports to indulge and the beautiful area surrounding it gives a surreal feeling to the residents. The economy in Lincoln Park is fast paced, and one finds to their surprise that you can get anything that you would get in the big cities right there in Lincoln Park. Its fame of being a fun place maybe it is derived from the fact that it is populated mainly by youngsters who have established themselves in the recent years. Being a young community it enjoys life and promotes a culture of healthy economic competitiveness, which gives it its fast pace. The beauty of its locale is owned to the fact that Lincoln Park was almost a century back a multiple amalgamation of orchards. It was in the late 1970s that the Government applied itself to transform this area into a homestead location.

Real estate in Lincoln Park will suit every pocket and definitely every taste. It has apartment buildings as well as condominiums. However, the majority of the houses are apartments of maximum four floors, each consisting of two or three apartments. Another characteristic of Lincoln Park is row houses which have a long attachment of rooms. These are the most expensive. The housing price ranges between $600,000 to $2 million.

Lincoln Park has a great variety of houses available for rent as well. The most favorite and sought after rental properties are the apartments having two to three bedrooms. These range between $1200 to $2500 per month. Most of the se apartments are built in such a way that each has a lake view. This arrangement is actually one of the most attractive parts of Lincoln Park housing lots. The houses are regularly renovated and the outward appearance of the residential areas is exquisite. The only downside here is that most of the buildings do not permit parking.

The Lincoln Park has six hospitals in its area, and as many as eight schools. It also prides itself with the presence of the De Paul University.

For entertainment, there are a few famous parks in the area: the free Lincoln Park Zoo and the Lincoln Park Conservatory, and Oz Park. Besides, the inmates enjoy fishing, swimming, golf course and a great variety of international cuisine. A novelty, Lincoln Park has a Theatre on the Lake.

For all your Lincoln Park needs...
Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

October 23, 2006

Wicker Park Realtor

Wicker Park Realtor, for hire...

Whether looking for a loft, condo, or single-family, call the Wicker Park expert.

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Owner/Realtor

Ron@SaffronRealtyGroup.com

*Member of the Bucktown/Wicker Park Chanmber of Commerce
*Resident of Bucktown/Wicker Park for over 10 years
*Top 1% of Realtors in Chicago in 2002 with over $17,000,000 in sales!

October 22, 2006

Luxury Homes in Chicago

2nd home in Chicago...
Penthouse condo on the Lake...
Mansion in the North Shore...


Looking to make a statement with your next home? If your having a hard time finding the next home or estate, give me a call.

Ron Knoll @ 773 330-2353 cell
Saffron Realty Group
Founder/Realtor

way, way beyond ordinary real esatate...

www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com
Search Mansions & Estates today!

July 25, 2005

Saffron Realty Group

Looking forward to seeing all our Saffron agents and family tomorrow at 5:00. See you at 2538 W.Chicago Ave.

Ron

www.GreatChicagoRealEstate.com

June 10, 2005

22nd Annual Chicago Blues Festival


Grant Park
300 S. Columbus Drive

The largest free outdoor blues event in the world features performances by local and national artists.

Performance Schedule


Thursday, June 9
Juke Joint Stage
12 p.m.: Erwin Helfer
1 p.m.: Roosevelt Purifoy
2:30 p.m.: Fernando Jones
4 p.m.: Roland Tchakounte
5 p.m.: Chicago Blues Poetry Showcase featuring Marvin Tate, Tara Betts, AvantRetro, hosted by C.J. Laity

Front Porch Stage
1 p.m.: Blues in the Schools-"That's All Right, Mama" Arthur Big Boy Crudup. Stone Academy, Grant Academy, Reavis and Agassiz Elementary Schools, Erwin Helfer and Katherine Davis, Eric Noden, Les Getrex, Billy Branch, Doktu Rhute with the Blues Heaven Harmonica Kids and Roland Tchakounte
3 p.m.: Nick Moss and the Flip Tops
4:30 p.m.: L-Roy and the Bullet Proof Band with Lady D, Lady Cat and Holly Maxwell

CrossRoads Stage
1:30 p.m.: Tommy McCracken and the Force of Habit Band
2:45 p.m.: Grana' Louise
4:30 p.m.: Toronzo Cannon and the Cannonball Express

Showcase Stage
2 p.m.: Planetary Blues
3:30 p.m.: After Midnight Blues
4:45 p.m.: Madman Blues Band
6:15 p.m.: Steepwater Band

Route 66 Stage
12 p.m.: A British Perspective featuring Mike Rowe, Bill Greensmith, Bob Hall, hosted by Jim O'Neal
2 p.m.: Blues in the Schools Session

Petrillo Music Shell
6 p.m.: David "Honey Boy" Edwards
7 p.m.: Kim Simmonds' Savoy Brown with Bob Hall
8:20 p.m.: John Mayall and the Blues Breakers with Mick Taylor


Friday, June 10
Juke Joint Stage
12 p.m.: Piano Willie
1 p.m.: Eddie Taylor Jr.
2 p.m.: Detroit Jr.
3:30 p.m.: Hubert Sumlin and Steady Rollin Bob Margolin
4:30 p.m.: Roy Meriwether

Front Porch Stage
1 p.m.: Sunnyland Slim Memorial Piano Set featuring Barrelhouse Chuck and Henry Gray
2:30 p.m.: Eddie Taylor Remembrance with Little Arthur, Johnnie Mae Dunson, Eddie Taylor, Jr., Larry Taylor, Brenda Taylor, Edna Taylor, Demetria Taylor and the New Legends of Blues All Stars
5 p.m.: Kim Simmonds and Bob Hall

CrossRoads Stage
1:30 p.m.: Robert Jr. Lockwood Band
3:30 p.m.: Eddie Kirkland with Eddie Burns

Showcase Stage
2 p.m.: Pat Smillie Band
3:15 p.m.: Scott Bradbury
4:30 p.m.: Latvian Blues Band
5:45 p.m.: Liz Mandville Greeson
7 p.m.: The Perpetrators

Route 66 Stage
12 p.m.: Wolf's Family Birthday Party
2:30 p.m.: Henry Gray, Bob Hall, Roy Meriwether, Pete Crawford, Jim O'Neal

Petrillo Music Shell
6 p.m.: Jody Williams with the Willie Henderson Horns
7:20 p.m.: Hubert Sumlin, Steady Rollin Bob Margolin, Pinetop Perkins, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, Mookie Brill
8:40 p.m.: Koko Taylor and her Blues Machine


Saturday, June 11
Juke Joint Stage
12 p.m.: Don Washington
1:30 p.m.: Waymon Meeks
3 p.m.: Jon McDonald with Eddie C. Campbell
4:30 p.m.: Bob Seeley

Front Porch Stage
1 p.m.: Aron Burton's salute to Jimmy Walker featuring Homesick James, Steve Freund, Tino Cortez, Jake Crosby, Glenn Davis and Aaron Moore
3 p.m.: Carey Bell with Lurrie Bell's Blues Band
5 p.m.: Chicago Blues Harmonica Project, 2005 with Dusty Brown, Larry Cox, Russ Green, Little Addison, and Omar Coleman featuring the Chicago Bluesmasters

CrossRoads Stage
1 p.m.: Linsey Alexander with Joanne Graham
3:30 p.m.: Latimore

Showcase Stage
1 p.m.: Diamond Jim Greene
2:30 p.m.: Michael Powers
3:45 p.m.: Howard and the Whiteboys
5:15 p.m.: Noah Wotherspoon Band
7 p.m.: Vera Lee

Route 66 Stage
11 a.m.: Soul Cooking with Marie Dixon, Koko Taylor and Katherine Davis
2:30 p.m.: Cultural Tourism: the Authenticity of the Blues

Petrillo Music Shell
5 p.m.: Erwin Helfer and His Boogie Woogie Ensemble
6:25 p.m.: Billy Branch and the Sons of the Blues with Pete Crawford, Lurrie Bell, Steve Freund
8 p.m.: Buddy Guy


Sunday, June 12
Juke Joint Stage
12 p.m.: Frank "Little Sonny" Scott Jr. and Dancin' Perkins
1:30 p.m.: Eddie C. Campbell
3 p.m.: Lucky Peterson
4 p.m.: Carlos Johnson

Front Porch Stage
1 p.m.: Victory Travelers
2:30 p.m.: Geraldine and Donald Gay
4 p.m.: Calvin Cooke
6 p.m.: George Stancell

CrossRoads Stage
1:30 p.m.: Sharrie Williams and the Wise Guys
3:30 p.m.: Fernest Arceneaux and the Thunders

Route 66 Stage
12 p.m.: George Jackson, Bruce Bromberg, Bob Jones, hosted by Larry Hoffman
2:30 p.m.: An hour with Al Bell

Showcase Stage
1 p.m.: Steve Arvey and Kraig Kenning
2:30 p.m.: Big G and the Real Deal
3:45 p.m.: Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne
5 p.m.: Matt Besey
6:15 p.m.: Molly Nova and the Hawk

Petrillo Music Shell
5 p.m.: Howard Scott and his Southside Review featuring Miss Jessi and Stan Mosely
6:40 p.m.: Lucky Peterson Band
8:20 p.m.: Mavis Staples

Through Jun. 12

Daily :

Price: Free.
Phone: 312-744-3370


Courtesy Metromix.com

June 01, 2005

May Fest Chicago

May Fest Chicago
Lincoln Square
4700 N. Lincoln Ave.

It's not officially fest season until someone busts out the lederhosen and, folks, that time has come. Head to Lincoln Square for the sixth annual brats-and-brews bash that features Maypole dancing (2 p.m. Sunday) and a keg-tapping ceremony (8 p.m. Friday). Catch performances by fest staples Fanfaren Corp and Amazonen Dancers (all day Saturday), and bring your appetite, 'cause there's plenty of traditional food and beer, plus oodles of gemutlichkeit (warm fuzzies) for all.

Jun. 2: 5 p.m.
Jun. 3: 5 p.m.
Jun. 4: noon
Jun. 5: noon

Price: Free.
Phone: 773-545-4800

See Metromix.com for more information

May 25, 2005

Memorial Day Weekend at Navy Pier

Courtesy Metromix.com

Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave.

Kick off summer with two fireworks shows (10:15 p.m. May 28 and 9:30 p.m. May 29) set to a patriotic soundtrack. Several bands play throughout the weekend in the beer garden.

Saturday
12 p.m.: Crosswind
3:30 p.m.: Les Getrex & Creole Cookin'
8 p.m.: World Class Noise
Sunday
11 p.m.: The Charlie Johnson Quartet
3:30 p.m.: 7Deez
8 p.m.: The Larry Taylor Blues and Soul Band
Monday
11 p.m.: Detour JazFunk
3:30 p.m.: KOJO
8 p.m.: Mike Milligan & Steam Shovel


May. 28: 10 a.m. - midnight
May. 29: 10 a.m. - midnight
May. 30: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Price: Free.
Produced by: American Airlines
Phone: 312-595-7437

March 23, 2005

Chicago Events for 2005


Chicago Winter Delights: It's A Cool Place: January 6 - February 27
7th Annual Mayor Daley's Kids and Kites Festival: May 14 & October 1
Mayor Daley's Jumping Jack: May-September
2005 Chicago Summer Neighborhood Festivals: May-September
2005 Farmers Markets: May-November
Bike Chicago 2005: May–July
7th Annual Great Chicago Places and Spaces: May 20-22
21st Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival(in Millennium Park):June 3-5
22nd Annual Chicago Blues Festival: June 9-12
25th Annual Taste of Chicago: June 24-July 4
15th Annual Chicago Country Music Festival: June 25-26
13th Annual Race to the Taste: June 26
6th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival: July 12-Aug 23 (Tues. Only in Butler Field)
12th Annual Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Tournament: July 23-24
48th Annual Venetian Night: July 30
47th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show: August 20-21
17th Annual Viva! Chicago Latin Music Festival: August 27-28
27th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival: September 1-4
9th Annual Celtic Fest Chicago: September 17-18
Chicagoween: October
Chicago Book Festival: October
8th Annual Halloween Pumpkin Plaza: October 14-31
Halloween Happening: October 22
Daley Plaza Santa's House: November 24-December 24
Tree Lighting Ceremony: November 25
Mayor Daley's 6th Annual Holiday Sports Festival: December 28-30
New Year's Eve Fireworks at Buckingham Fountain: December 31

For more information on any of the above events visit the City of Chicago website.

March 18, 2005

Golf Around Chicago

The 10th Annual Golf Around Chicago begins this weekend thru April 13th at Navey Pier. You have the opportunity to play an 18 hole miniature golf course that portrays Chicago’s landmarks. For more information visit Navy Pier or Metromix. Proceeds benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago.

Sundays : 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Mondays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Tuesdays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Wednesdays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Thursdays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Fridays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturdays : 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Price: $6.75; $5.25 for kids under 12

February 01, 2005

Winter Arts Festival

Around The Coyote
2005 Winter Arts Festival
Festival Dates: February 11th, 12th, and 13th


Chicago, IL -- Around the Coyote is giving artists, and art patrons, a chance to break from winter to enjoy some of Chicago artist¹s most entertaining work at the 6th Annual Around The Coyote Winter Arts Festival in Wicker Park over the second weekend in February.

The fun kicks-off on Thursday, February 10th, at 7 p.m. when ATC hosts the Opening Night Party, which will feature the Curator¹s Choice Exhibition & Silent Auction in the Flat Iron Arts Building¹s north entrance at 1939-1/2 W. North Avenue. Poet cin salach will perform her work and serve up some evocative poetry at this event. Party-goers can enjoy complimentary food, drink, and music while bidding on their favorite piece of art, and unlike in the past, the Curators' Choice show and silent auction will close at 11 p.m. the same evening. The Opening Night Party is a great way to meet the artists involved in the festival and talk to them about their work, as well as see the Curators' Choice picks of their favorite submissions to the festival

Visual art
Friday 6-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-6pm
Exhibitions and performances begin on Friday, February 11th and will run through Sunday, February 13th with more than 100 visual artists exhibiting a diverse collection of photography, paintings, sculpture and mixed-media works in the Flat Iron Arts Building at 1579 N. Milwaukee.

Theatre
ATC Winter Theatre Festival provides a venue to examine the unique collaboration between playwright and director. This festival features several short, raw plays--each of which has been born out of artistic partnerships between local playwrights and emerging directors.

Short Film & Video
ATC Short Film & Video will be held at RODAN, 1530 N. Milwaukee, on Friday and Sunday We’ll have some of our moviemakers at the screening both nights to field your comments and question. We’ll also be voting for the winter winner of the Audience Choice Award. We will show two sets each night, one nice and the other "naughty". Come and join us for either or both at Rodan.


December 26, 2004

Chicago Entertainment Guide – Blues, Jazz and Foreign Cinema

If you’re looking for a city with an exciting nightlife, filled with endless variety in movies, music and dancing, look no further; Chicago fits the bill. From big-time musical venues, to back-alley supper clubs this city practically has its own rhythm, and it’s called the Blues.

Chicago’s Blues Scene
Chicago is home to the Blues; just stop at any of the prominent Blues clubs scattered across the city and see for yourself (I counted 12, but there’s probably more). There’s B.L.U.E.S. on the north side, a small, but popular club that features well-known Blues performers every night of the year. Tuesday night at B.L.U.E.S. is “good neighbor night,” where Chicago residents with 60614, 60657 or 60610 zip codes get in for free. You can also find Blues artists, as well as performers from every other musical genre, at House of Blues Chicago, a national chain concert hall located on Dearborn Street. Other notable Chicago Blue’s clubs include Buddy Guy’s Legends, Blue Chicago, Blue Chicago on Clark, Rosa’s, Kingston Mines, and the Checkerboard Lounge. And don’t miss the annual Chicago Blues Festival. It’s fashionable, it’s fun, and it’s free. Held each June in Grant Park on Lake Michigan, the Chicago Blues Festival dates back more then twenty years and is the largest free admission Blues festival in the world. More than one million people attend yearly to hear a variety of Blues styles from local and nationally-known performers.

And All That Jazz
Cousin of the Blues, Jazz is also a popular music form in Chicago. Along with numerous jazz clubs around the downtown area, there is also an annual Jazz Festival, which offers a full week of free jazz concerts. Also held in Grant Park, this festival was started in 1979 by the Jazz Institute of Chicago and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events. The festival was originally meant to showcase local jazz musicians and performers. Today, it has grown into a pop culture event features jazz legends from around the world. For more information on the Blues and Jazz festivals, visit www.chicagotraveler.com.

Dinner and Dancing
If you’ve got a craving, Chicago will fill it. The city of Chicago is filled with restaurants that offer cuisine types for every letter of the alphabet including Afghan, African, American, Argentinean, Asian, Brazilian, Cajun, Creole, Chilean, Chinese, Columbian, Cuban, Dim Sum, Ethiopian, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indian, Indonesian, Irish, Jamaican, Japanese, Korean, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Moroccan, Puerto Rican, Russian, Scandinavian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Vegetarian, Venezuelan and Vietnamese.

To work off those dinner calories, there are over 75 different dance clubs and studios in the Chicago area. So whether you’re into Latin, Ballroom, Swing and Country Western, Chicago has a place for you. Club 720 is a Latin dance club that offers free Salsa lessons every Tuesday and Friday nights with a live band. It is also where the Chicago Tango Club meets Tuesday nights on the third floor.

Chicago International REEL Shorts Festival
Marketing themselves as, “this ain’t no Sundance,” the Chicago International REEL Shorts Festival offers a unique entertainment experience at an inexpensive price. The festival is part of Project Chicago, an organization founded in 2003 by a group of filmmakers devoted to providing an accessible forum for filmmakers all over the world to display their work. The 3-day festival plays at 3 Penny Cinema in Chicago’s Lincoln Park. Tickets are $6 and $3 for parking. $25 gets you an all-access pass to see all 75 film shorts. Go to www.projectchicago.com for festival dates.

By Stacy Hinojosa
www.grabrealestate.com


 

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