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Fall Decorating – Bring the Outside In
Fall is my favorite time of year and decorating is always about bringing the outside in. So when I decided to Fall-up the lobby mantle here at the Uptown Regency, I chose to keep the colors and feel of the décor exactly that… organic and simple. The most important tip for decorating a mantle is […]
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Transformation Thursday!
I know. It is supposed to be #TransformationTuesday, but I was busy Tuesday. Everyone loves a good makeover or Cinderella story. We have one in Sheridan Tower. The rooftop sundeck has always had stunning views of the city and the lake. It was time to give this beauty a new look! With its transformation, included with […]
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Dogs Home Alone – accidents, barking and chewing of your stuff
Apartment dwelling has its challenges with or without our furry roommates…dogs Barking complaints from neighbors, coming home to chewed up non-dog items, accidents on the floor? The good news is that you are not alone and there are people who can help! We sought advice from experts and trainers at Urban Pooch Training & Fitness located in […]
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Patio Restaurant picks on the Northside
Once it starts to get warm in Chicago, we try to spend as much time outside as possible. That means patio time in Chicago dining al fresco. It is going to be in the 60’s this weekend, which feels like the 90’s to us after our brutal cold winters. We wanted to share some great […]
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Loyola Off-Campus Housing & Student Living
In February we spent a couple hours talking with students at Loyola about our off-campus housing options with Horizon properties near the Rogers Park campus. Right as you enter Rogers Park on Sheridan, you will find Sheridan Lake at 6401 N. Sheridan. The two-tower property is steps away from the Loyola campus. Just south of Sheridan […]
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Get On Board with Horizon!
Sign an 12-month lease with Horizon and receive a five-day luxury cruise!* This luxury cruise for two includes an interior stateroom (based on double occupancy), all gourmet meals and snacks, 24 hour complimentary room service, a wide range of nightly entertainment (Las Vegas style shows), all onboard activities, a state-of-the-art fitness center, plus fabulous international cities […]
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Hi winter. Bye cold.
Ugh. Winter is finally here. Here are a few apartment warming tips. I did not include booze…but that helps too. 1. Fake it. Some of our apartments have fireplaces, but if you live in a building without a fireplace, you can still have the cozy glow. YouTube has a bunch of fireplace videos with […]
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Jay Michael 1981-2016
Jay Michael, the co-founder and managing partner of Cedar St. Cos., one of the busiest developers in Chicago, passed away Friday, January 8 after a year-long fight with stage 4 non-Hodgkin lymphoma. In addition to his career in real estate development, Michael was also one of the cast members of the Bravo show 100 Days […]
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Sheridan Plaza – Part of Chicago Cubs History
Did you know our building, Sheridan Plaza at 4607 N. Sheridan was once a grand hotel that opened in 1921? The Cubs and teams they played often stayed there. Imagine living in a slice of Chicago history! One and Two-bedrooms available. ***One Month FREE with lease that ends 4/30/17 or 1/2 month FREE with lease […]
Read MoreHorizon Instagram Giveaway
Let’s see your style! A few residents let us photograph their apartments to feature on our new website. We were wowed by all of the personal style. Let’s see yours! We will choose a winner at random to receive a $25 gift card from Amazon. Here are the rules: 1. Follow Horizon on Instagram or like us […]
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Lease Now, Cruise Later!
It’s getting cold in Chicago, but we have an offer to have you dreaming of tropical breezes! For a short time when you sign an 18 month lease at Kenmore Place, Elmhurst Terrace, Oakdale Terrace or Barry Court, you will receive a Luxury Cruise Certificate*. This luxury cruise for two includes an interior stateroom (based […]
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Finding Success in Redevelopment – The North Shore Residence
In 2014, Horizon Realty Group purchased the North Shore Retirement Hotel in Evanston, a staple in the area since the 1920s. A 20 million dollar renovation has been underway, updating the property into luxury retirement living. It has been renamed, The Merion. Also at the property is the beautiful Crystal Ballroom. In January of 2014, REALTOR Magazine […]
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