Author Archives: Mark Killion

About Mark Killion

My name is Mark Killion. I am a licensed Real Estate broker in Chicago. I work with Kale Realty. I specialize in rentals and investment properties. I am here to serve you! Send me a note! Visit me online: www.773property.com

Illinois had the highest rate of foreclosure in AUG 2012

Illinois has gained the dubious distinction of having the country’s highest rate of foreclosure in August 2012. In August 2012, almost 18,000 homes received a foreclosure filing. That number represents a 18% increase versus the same time last year. In … Continue reading

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Downtown Rental Analysis – 2012

Let us take a look at recent rental activity in Downtown Chicago. Downtown Chicago offers many amenities to local residents. There are tons of restaurants, retail stores, and other activities to keep residents busy. You also have several museums and … Continue reading

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Jackson Park Highlands – Chicago Real Estate Update – AUG 2012

Jackson Park Highlands – Chicago Real Estate Update Let’s take a quick look at real estate values in the Jackson Park Highlands Chicago neighborhood. Jackson Park Highlands sits within the larger South Shore neighborhood. For the purpose of this analysis, … Continue reading

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Wal-Mart in Bronzeville Chicago

A Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market store will be coming to Bronzeville! It will be located near 47th and Cottage Grove. This Wal-Mart will focus mostly on groceries. This is a much needed grocery store in the Bronzeville neighborhood. Bronzeville has sometimes … Continue reading

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Bronzeville Market Update – July 2012

REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE FOR THE CHICAGO BRONZEVILLE AREA Based on the the six month period ending 07-25-2012: SINGLE FAMILY: 34 single family homes were sold in the Bronzeville area. The median selling price was about $183,000. CONDOS: 115 condos … Continue reading

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Market Update – Bronzeville Homes – May 2012

Hello to all my blog readers out there! Sorry I haven’t posted in a while. I have been busy finding tenants for property owners. But that is no excuse… I have to find more time to give my readers the … Continue reading

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Average Rents in Chicago – by neighborhood

For the last few years, I have been analyzing Chicago rent prices.
Below you will find my latest report on Chicago rental prices.
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‘Statue of the Republic’ in Jackson Park

The ‘statue of the Republic’ is one of my favorite statues in Chicago.
It is in the Jackson Park neighborhood near 63rd and Hayes.
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Gorilla holds real estate agent captive

It is not everyday that you see a gorilla kidnap their real estate agent. Continue reading

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Kenwood Real Estate Sales Analysis – 2011 In Review

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