Sunday, March 01, 2009

Guess What I Bought Today?

A HOUSE!!!

Holy crappe that was fast. I made an offer at 6 last night and between 6 and 9 tonight we had three rounds of counteroffers and an acceptance. I got a great deal and it's a super cute condo. It's in Albany Park. It's a little gritty part of town, which is what I wanted honestly. The zipcode is considered the third most diverse zipcode in the country. I think that's super cool!

It's small, but very functional. It's got a great kitchen and a balcony!!! It's two blocks from the el, which is great too! I won't have to do one single thing to it to move in. I'll paint of course, and I don't love the bathroom vanity or mirror, but that's no big deal. Closing the end of May. Anyone want to come help me pack and move in June? Your visit includes a free guestroom stay and all the beer your can drink.















11 comments:

HAR said...

It looks perfect. I would chsnge the vanity and mirror too but they are not that offensive at all.

Suzanne said...

Oooh a balcony, and huge windows and THAT KITCHEN!!!!!

Congratulations!

I'll be in Chicago in July. Too late to help you move, unfortunately.

MitMoi said...

CONGRATULATIONS!

It looks so spacious.

checks days of vacation not booked yet. Hrrrrmmmm. I will have to do some serious thinking.

Off to Phoenix on Thurs!!! Get thee away from me snow! (about 2 inches here last night ... small fakes still descending.)

Anna van Schurman said...

Congratulations. What a great place. Have fun with the painting. Be Bold!

Amanda said...

Congratulations!!! It looks beautiful!

Karin T. said...

OHMYGOSH!!!!!!!! It looks BEAUTIFUL!!! Congrast homeowner :) I can't believe you didn't bust up here and tell me right when it happened! I would have been so excited!

We might be able to help :) You know where to find us! XOXO

P.S. Maybe we'll still be neighbors!!!!

Leanne said...

Eeeee I am so excited for you!!! Guess that means that we will postpone our trip to July!

Katy said...

That's so awesome!! I'm so excited for you (if not a little jealous). Can't wait to see how it all turns out.

ellessu said...

Wow, your condo is awesome! I love love that balcony space. Congratulations G!

Coasting Anon said...

Wow...WOW!! Congrats on the big purchase!!

KC said...

GASP! Gayle, it's just gorgeous!!! CONGRATS :)