Saturday, June 17, 2006

New Listing: Historic Brady Street Loft

Western Leather Lofts #317 - $99,000

Step back in time in this century-old warehouse building located one block away from Brady Street’s boutiques and fine restaurants. Surrounded by residential homes, this five-story Cream-City Brick warehouse features concrete-heated floors, beam and post construction, soaring windows and ceilings. Wake up to the morning sun in this studio which features two large windows, central air, and ceiling fan. All kitchen appliances are included (oven/range, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, and disposal). The full bath features ceramic tile flooring, heated towel rack, and whirlpool tub. Concrete floors and central vacuum system means maintenance-free living at its best. One outdoor, assigned parking space and one storage locker is also included.

Western Leather Lofts features a spacious recreation room – great for entertaining guests. The association also includes laundry facilities – which mean you never have to face Mother Nature when doing your laundry. This historic association is located one block north of Brady Street – away from the hustle and bustle, but near shopping and nightlife, and public transportation. Hop on one bus to travel to downtown, Marquette University, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Grand Avenue Mall, and Bayshore Mall. Western Leather Lofts is also a pet-friendly association.

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Call David Ray at (414) 412-7980 to schedule your showing...today!

New Price! South Side Duplex

3203 South 15th Street, Milwaukee (Near 15th St & Oklahoma Ave) - $172,000

Ideal duplex for the investor or the owner-occupied.

This two-story bungalow with walk-up attic is located on a quiet tree-lined street. This duplex is well maintained and has exceptional curb appeal. Relax and enjoy the morning sun while sitting on your private, covered porch. Arched doorways greet guests in the foyer. Natural woodwork can be found throughout this duplex. The living room offers wall-to-wall carpeting, natural woodwork, and stained glass picture windows. The kitchen is spacious, bright, white, and simple includes counter space for the gourmet cook. Two cozy bedrooms in each unit feature ample closet space. This duplex also features a two-car detached garage with a driveway entrance to Euclid Avenue.

Recent Improvements:
- Traditional double-hung windows replaced throughout home in 2003
- Tear-off roof to be replaced before closing
- One-year HSA Home Warranty included

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Call David Ray at (414) 412-7980 to schedule your showing...today!

Milwaukee Business Journal: $125 million 'urban village' slated

Lighthouse Development Company, LLC has proposed to convert the Transpak Corporation's shipping facility, comprised of nine buildings, located on East Pittsburgh Street in the Historic Fifth Ward, into an office and retail complex. Lighthouse plans to redevelop this site beginning in October 2006. In addition to retail and office space, the site will also include restaurants, entertainment venues, apartments, and condominiums. Several real estate experts predict that the Fifth Ward will see the biggest change in the coming months. Pete Millard, writer for the Milwaukee Business Journal, explains what this development will mean to the local economy and its impact on nearby Historic Third Ward. Click here to read the entire article>>>

JSOnline: Park East changes advance: Supervisors favor hotel, more retail for project

The Economic and Community Development Committee have allowed RSC & Associates of Chicago additional time to refine their plans for an undeveloped site where the former Park East freeway once stood. Once developed, this site, bordered by Milwaukee, Jefferson, Lyon, and Ogden Streets, will feature 121 residential units (mainly apartments), retail space, and a 125-room boutique hotel. Tom Daykin, writer for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, writes more about this proposed development. Click here to read the entire article>>>