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Anyone relocating or planning a move to Chicago faces a daunting task: deciding where to live in a metroplex with a bustling city and more than 200 suburbs. Amid the many options, the Village of Oak Park remains a standout. In 2025, moveBuddha ranked it as one of the best suburbs in the nation for relocations. Oak … Continued
Chicago’s winter season delivers familiar sights frequently recast in a mantle of snow. Wind-free, snowy days are a time to stroll, sense, and savor, while blustery ones heighten our appreciation of the seasons to come. As naturalist Hal Borland reminds us, “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” In the winter, there are … Continued
Chicago-based Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, announces it has expanded its Chicago-area portfolio with the acquisition of Eleven33, a 12-story, 263-unit luxury rental community in Oak Park, Ill., about 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. The firm will also assume management of the property. Located in the heart of downtown Oak Park at 1133 South Blvd., … Continued
Choosing the right city to launch your career as a young professional is an important decision. When considering moving to a new city, you’re likely thinking about job opportunities, cost of living, the social scene, and overall quality of life. Keeping all of that in mind, let’s dive into why Chicago should be at the … Continued
Looking for a neighborhood from which you can venture forth and experience the Windy City’s endless enticements? Perhaps your career has stabilized to the point that future moves are less likely. Maybe you simply love Chicago and all that it offers. Whatever your reason, you are ready to call Chicago home for the long haul. … Continued
Chicago-based Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, a national full-service real estate firm, is pleased to announce that Kevin Cooky, assistant vice president, regional property manager and revenue manager, has been approved as a member of the Chicagoland Apartment Association (CAA) board of directors. His term on the CAA board – which is responsible for oversight of the … Continued
The holidays are winding down, and a vacation from the vacation is much needed for many! If you live in Chicago, you’re in luck. The Windy City is ideally located near great weekend getaways, including historic towns, national parks, lakeside retreats, and much more. Here are a few of our favorite weekend getaways from Chicago: 1. … Continued
Chicago’s River North area was once dominated by factories and warehouses. Today, more than a thousand modern high-rises contrast with the Victorian-era homes that grace the tree-lined residential streets. It is also the home of the Neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, the century-old Wrigley Building, and the historic Water Tower, circa 1869. Developers repurpose warehouses as trendy venues serving up music and fine … Continued
Draper and Kramer, Incorporated is pleased to announce that 61 Banks Street, the firm’s 57-unit ultra-luxury boutique Gold Coast property, has been honored with a 2023 Chicagoland Apartment Marketing and Management Excellence (CAMME) Award for Property Excellence. Located on a prominent stretch of Lake Shore Drive, 61 Banks was designed by award-winning architect Booth Hansen with interiors by … Continued
Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, a national full-service real estate firm, today announced Todd Bancroft, president and chief executive officer, has been inducted to the Board of Directors for Chicago Loop Alliance, a membership-based organization focused on creating programs that elevate Chicago’s Loop and accelerate economic recovery. Chicago Loop Alliance is a membership organization as well … Continued