Vision on State, Chicago
With so many luxury residences going up in Chicago’s South Loop, Vision on State, at 1255 S. State Street, offers a convenient, but more affordable alternative for first-time home buyers. Moderate base prices range from the $180,000’s to $280,000’s and are designed to make the high-rise condo units accessible for young families and up-and-coming urban professionals. Vision on State is only blocks from Chicago’s business and financial centers with a public transportation hub only a block away. For recreation, the lakefront, Grant Park, Museum Campus, and Soldier Field sports stadium are within walking distance. Side-by-side with the new Central Station neighborhood, Vision on State residents are invited to take advantage of the area’s lively variety of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
On the outside, the 19-story structure displays the strong vertical lines of classical-style architecture. Inside, residents enjoy a range of state-of-the-art features, including pre-wiring for high-speed wireless Internet service. Vision on State’s 253 residential units are available in 11 different floor plans, including a 610-square-foot one bedroom/one bath, the larger one bedroom with a den, as well as two bedroom/two bath configurations in up to 1,079 square feet. All residences are designed with minimal enclosed hallway space to provide an open, airy, almost loft-like feel. Built-in storage space take the form of pantries, linen closets, and computer niches. Kitchens offer spacious 42″ cabinets mounted with granite counter tops and GE appliances. Other features include ceramic tile baths, individually-controlled heating and air-conditioning, and private balconies.
Amenities at Vision on State include a 24-hour doorman, on-site fitness center, business center, hospitality room, individual storage units, and a bike room. Private indoor parking slots are available. The ground floors offer 14,000 square feet of retail space for added convenience.
Buyers can consider combining two units into a single, 1,600-square-foot residence, or adding popular options like a Jacuzzi or a gas fireplace.
Though still under construction, Vision on State is more than half-sold. It was developed by a joint venture of Park Development Group, Renaissant Development Group, and Construction Consulting Group.