Sales Soaring at Grand Bend at Green Bay in Evanston: 40 Percent Already Sold
Pioneer Press
May 2007
Northbrook-based Ferris Homes Grand Bend at Green Bay project is proving to be the most exciting and spacious condominium project in Evanston, with prices that are amazing prospective buyers. The Grand Bend building, when completed, will be a six story structure with 49 individual residences, offering buyers one, two and three bedroom units and all the amenities that every Ferris homebuyer has come to expect.
According to Drew Ferris, President of Ferris Homes, all ages and prospective buyers are thrilled with the exciting choices available to them at Grand Band at Greeen Bay.
“The response to the project has been strong, by first time buyers as well as those who are very experienced. The design of the building, the amenities offered and the pricepoint have all been components of our success with this project and our entrance into Evanston,” he continues. “In every aspect, the response from the market has been enthusiastic.”
And with good reason. Grand Bend at Green Bay is an eyecatcher. The building features a gracefully curved brick exterior. The recently completed top, 6th floor has put in place a unique addition to the surrounding area that is both pleasant as well as quite remarkable. Floor plans at Grand Bend are typically larger and include finishes that competitors consider optional. Value, design and great location add up to a winning combination.
Most enticing for buyers are the private terraces and brushed steel and glass balconies that each unit will offer as well as the nine foot floor to ceiling windows throughout the unit that give as much light in as possible and allow buyers to have incredible views of outside. Units boast gourmet kitchens, with a fabulous, functional layout. The kitchens feature state of the art stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and Wellborn 36 inch oversized upper cabinetry, all included as standard features. The units also include hardwood floors throughout the foyer, kitchen, hallways, living room, and dining room, beautiful full size fireplaces are available in most units are included and professionally selected window treatments are included throughout all the condominiums.
The building itself boasts secure, deeded indoor parking for each unit, lobby intercom telephone access with video monitors, individual storage spaces, a professionally decorated lobby and many other perks.
“The Grand Bend at Green Bay offers buyers the best of everything,” says Ferris. “Our project is in the heart of Evanston and offers the buyer everything — city energy, amenities and attractions all with the just the right amount of suburbia mixed in,” continues Ferris. Grand Bend at Green Bay is located near shopping, Lake Michigan, Northwestern University, the train, and the highlights of downtown Evanston.”
Spacious floor plans begin at 915 square feet for the smallest 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit with the largest unit being 2055 square feet. Pricing for the units start range from $300,000-$700,000 penthouse unit. Monthly association fees, which cover building insurance, interior and exterior maintenance, landscaping, snow removal and water and gas utilities range from $159 to $424, depending on the unit.
For more information on Grand Bend at Green Bay, interested parties can visit the Sales Center, located at 1131 Emerson Street in Evanston. Sales center hours are Sunday and Monday, noon to 5 pm, and Tuesday through Saturday 10am – 5 pm. For more information, calls can be directed to 847.491.1600.
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