Locomobile Lofts

Locomobile Lofts

2000 S. Michigan Ave
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Units in Development: 33
Description: Locomobile Lofts in historic Chicago\'s Motor Row District, which roughly parallels South Michigan Avenue between 14th and 24th streets, is considered to be the largest, intact early \"motor colony\" in the United States. \"Automobile rows\" had developed in numerous cities shortly after the turn of the last century, as car companies sought to create districts where the sale and repair of cars could become an easy urban shopping experience. The range of buildings in Motor Row illustrates the evolution of the automobile showroom and other related product and service buildings- from their beginnings at the start of the 20th century through the 1930s. The buildings highlight the dramatic changes in automobile-related building types, from simple two-story structures used for display and offices, to multi-story buildings housing a variety of departments for the repair, storage, painting and finishing of automobiles. The oldest buildings, the Ford Showroom at 1444 S. Michigan Ave., dates from 1905. The names of the early auto companies, such as Buick, Hudson, Locomobile and Premier, still are visible on the brick and terra cotta facades. The \"streetwall\" formed by the continuous masonry fronts of these showroom buildings forms and indelible urban image of Chicago at the beginning of the 20th century, when the automobile became a standard feature of American life. The original architects of Locomobile, Jenny, Mundie and Jensen filed for their permit on 5/27/1909. Locomobile Lofts, home to the first American automobile to win a European race is situated adjacent to the Prairie Historic District, Soldier Field, museum campus, Lake Michigan and minutes to the near South Loop ahs seen an enviable pace of new construction and redevelopment in the last several years. The residential housing has hit a critical mass that has attracted the major retailers to come to the neighborhood. Dominick\'s and Jewel have opened new stores and Home Depot announced the opening of a store in the near South Loop. Overall the Locomobile Lofts location is excellent. Locomobile Lofts will consist of 33 loft condominiums in a three story building. Buyers can choose from several unique floor plans with 725 to 2750 square feet, one to three bedrooms and one to three baths. Base prices range from $174,000 to $364,700. Secured, indoor parking is available.

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