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If you’re in the market for viable investment opportunities in the real estate industry, there’s no better place to invest your money than in the city of Chicago. However, just like any other shrewd investor, a look at some of … Continue reading →

In case you missed the Chicago Capital Markets Debt, Equity & 2018 Forecast panel put on by Bisnow, here are three takeaways on 2018 trends discussed: 1. In the market, there are a lot of equity sources looking for deals. … Continue reading →

Goodbye dark lighting, hello open, well-lit office spaces. One of the biggest emerging trends in the work place has been the shift towards open office floor plans that provide a collaborative work environment. Check out 3 ways to to design … Continue reading →

Check out 33’s 2017 Year End Closing Stats and Recap: PORTFOLIO SALE: 4611 & 4520 S. Drexel / Sale Price : $9,200,000 / 112 units 5.5% Cap Rate / $82k door (record setting) Our team stays ahead of the market … Continue reading →

Each year 33 Realty and Cubed Construction participate as an annual Toys for Tots drop off location where people can drop off  new, unwrapped toys to help brighten a child’s holiday. The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for … Continue reading →

  CHICAGO—During the last residential real estate boom, developers and owners across the Chicago metro area converted thousands of apartments into condo units. The crash exposed the fact that many of these projects were not really suitable as condos. And the … Continue reading →

Working gets a lot easier when you work in one of the trendiest office spaces in Chicago. From elegant industrial spaces to greenery-rich, sleek offices, work can be a more enjoyable place to spend your time. If you’re on the … Continue reading →

  In case you missed the ICSC Chicago Deal Making luncheon at Navy Pier that focused on Workforce housing here are three takeaways: Workforce housing* is where a real gap in housing inventory exists and is receiving much greater attention today. It is critical for … Continue reading →

  We all know malls have taken a hit in recent years with the rising prevalence of Amazon Prime. Mall developers are getting creative and pumping money to add versatility to the spaces to attract shoppers, diners, and even renters. … Continue reading →

As a manager of many luxury buildings and amenities, 33 has seen how increased amenities are an important player in the rental marketplace. Our Top Attractive Amenities in Multi-Family Developments FREE WiFi  The appeal of easy online access is not … Continue reading →

Rising utility costs are driving everyone to look for solutions in an energy efficient house. An energy efficient apartment is equipped with premium energy-saving features that result in reduced utility and maintenance costs, superior comfort and increased property value. When … Continue reading →

Chicago’s apartment development trajectory continues to rise but with an important limited resource – construction labor. A dwindling labor pool in combination with rising material costs has escalated construction costs for Chicago apartment developers. Cubed Construction, a Chicago construction company … Continue reading →