CHICAGO APT HUNTING | One Beds but they get increasingly more $$$

[@rblyth08]

You are one of the strongest and most resilient people I have ever known. I have always had so much affection for you and now I have so much respect for you as well. God bless.

[@CairaButton]

Thank you so much❤️ that really means a lot.

[@glorias.2930]

These are so fun! The editing of your videos is amazing!

[@CairaButton]

Thank you so much!!!

[@denises9426]

LOVED this video Caira! #3 for me. Great content as always!!!🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@CairaButton]

Thank you!!

[@montagne5825]

thank you so much for this!! i plan on moving to chicago in 2025 and will be moving into a 1bdr apt so this is super helpful and timely!❤

[@rondas7772]

You're gonna love it here, downtown is expensive but it's so nice and so much to do

[@CairaButton]

Let me know if you would like help finding an apartment! You’re going to love Chicago!

[@bonniepwtf]

Some great options. I liked #2 the best. Great views & I liked the little nook window space. I also liked the built-in desk in the bedroom which could also be a good makeup spot. I'd rather work there & then be in the rest of my apartment not being reminded of work.Good to see you & Louie❤

[@CairaButton]

Yes love being able to have a separate spot for work!

[@laelakarimi]

my adhd brain appreciates you putting the price and sq ft in text on the screen so its there during the video tour.

[@CairaButton]

Here to help🫡

[@lalalaloveeelina]

235 W Huron is South Loop???

[@rondas7772]

No it's not lol lol

[@CairaButton]

IM AN IDIOT!!! Address is 235 w Van buren. I have no idea how I messed that up.

[@JohnDoe-ov6uu]

For the first one, the street is Van Buren, not Huron. Was a bit confused at first when you said it's in the South Loop. :P

[@rondas7772]

Right

[@CairaButton]

CORRECT! I messed that up.

[@aeimiller2740]

LOVELYY VIDEO :D

[@CairaButton]

Thank you!!

[@Hiiii_holaaaa]

Hi Caira! What are your thoughts or opinion on buying a condo straight off the bat if moving to Chicago rather than leasing

[@pocketfulloffun]

So I know I am not Caira but I literally did this myself last year. Here is what I did: I got an airbnb in Uptown for 2 months and was able to take that time to check out the neighborhoods and pop around with my realtor to get a feel for the space. The thing about Chicago is, there are a ton of great neighborhood options, BUT, your experience will change drastically from block to block. If you are on a main street vs a treelined street it could change your total experience. So while I did find a condo within the 2 months and moved to Chicago after closing, I do recommend atleast getting a short-term rental/airbnb to just see which neighborhood you want to land in

[@Hiiii_holaaaa]

@ love it, thank you! Are you happy with your decision and feel it was worth it?

[@pocketfulloffun]

@Hiiii_holaaaa it was SO worth it! I’ve been in Chicago for 2 years now and I only wish I had moved to Chicago earlier. It almost feels like this secret gem left in the US. A major US city, with an insane amount of good food, good public transit, so much diversity, and actually reasonable housing cost with a high quality of life. I was moving from the west coast and was tired of absurd rent prices and rising wealth inequality. Chicago feels like a city that has it all and I actually could see myself here long term

[@Hiiii_holaaaa]

@ love that! Same, I’m in CA but have traveled back in forth from Milwaukee & Chicago for the past 10 years and love Chicago! I think it’s the perfect size for a city that doesn’t feel overwhelming as NY. I love the thought of buying a condo although my mom thinks otherwise. Very true for diversity and good food also!

[@knygaard100]

My husband and I are in the process of doing this in minneapolis (moving from Seattle) right now. We knew we wanted to buy and the long term airbnb (3 months) has been great - it's flexible and fully furnished, so we just extended the date to line up with our closing. If you have the capital for a down payment, I'd say get in a short term place, do your neighborhood research, go on a many tours/open houses as you can and then go for it! Good luck with your move!

[@jennifergraham9679]

I like the unit that's for sale, but the 35th floor no thanks too high up.

[@CairaButton]

You get used to it and the views are so worth it!!!

[@michellelyman7092]

I adore the last one!!

[@CairaButton]

It’s gorgeous!!

[@simeonwashington6837]

Love No. 3 and the black hardware

[@CairaButton]

I’m a sucker for black hardware.

[@elizabethchamberlain6893]

Thank goodness I own a condo in the west loop and it is paid off. I couldn’t afford to rent given today’s prices.

[@rondas7772]

Guuurrlll ain't that the truth

[@CairaButton]

That’s so awesome!

[@clarkemari_]

What is the last building called

[@alanperez3618]

1000M. I just relocated to Chicago and live here. My experience has been pleasant I recommend

[@Dan-wi4vk]

oof the second one hurts my soul, that's exactly what kind of apartment I want to rent but a liiiiiiiiiiitle too pricey

[@CairaButton]

Always keeping my eyes open for specials!!

[@bluestaranimationofficial]

You're only showing us the rich downtown areas! Don't you think the rest of the city could use some love too? 😭😭 Also the first apartment is not in south loop, it's too far north.

[@kevaevans8207]

If you rent that apartment there will be bums living for free right next door to you. It's the whole city. Bums are all through Chicago living there best life. The mayor needs to be in jail for allowing bum shit. They will collect your rent as they bum fronds live right with you through the walls.

[@CairaButton]

It is in south loop, I said the address wrong. And I specialize in the downtown areas but what areas do you recommend and I can look into them!

[@gabbypodmore4848]

@@CairaButtonLakeview East and Lincoln park plz!

[@bluestaranimationofficial]

@CairaButton I'd try to look into more affordable areas outside of the usual hot trendy spots, maybe look into homes around McKinley Park, Brighton Park, Belmont Cragin, etc. It might help broaden your horizons a bit. Oh and don't contribute to gentrification, help keep the homes reasonably priced.

[@MsMyers-ui8ci]

Why do ppl like oversized kitchens so much? It such a waste of space to me in one bedrooms.

[@CairaButton]

I personally would prefer a large kitchen to a large bedroom, because I literally only sleep in my bedroom.

[@sarsoorGio]

the chicago rental market has become INSANE. we need rent control.

[@rondas7772]

Yes totally agree! I'm paying almost 3k

[@CairaButton]

I’m from San Francisco originally and they have rent control and it’s been a crazy issue, but I do agree, the rents in Chicago are NUTS currently.

[@sherrysimpson4440]

1st one was my fav...I believe it was the one for sale

[@CairaButton]

Correct!

[@Ocean-qd2ns]

Wow 1 window only 😢

[@CairaButton]

One extremely large wall of windows

[@tisha1322]

#4

[@joshuaroque6514]

So agree with some comments that you’re paying just for the convenience of the location . But go further west like Humboldt, Hermosa, Belmont Cragin, etc., and you can literally BUILD (or buy) a brand new “luxury” home (2500-3000sq ft) for the cost of some of these shoe boxes.

[@rondas7772]

Noooooo never

[@CairaButton]

Location location location!!