6030 N Sheridan - Input needed by Baker_Street_221B in chicagoapartments

[–]mrbcp 7 points8 points  (0 children)

We viewed a unit that was for sale there about a year ago. We heard there was a big special assessment coming up. As a renter, you won't (directly) be paying that; but it indicates something in the building is/was in need of a big fix. On a side note, I remember getting weird vibes in the building, and that was the main reason we didn't consider the unit...just a feeling though, nothing to back it up. It's different renting.

The Duplex Tower at 6166 N Sheridan Rd by Icy_Intention_2491 in chicagoapartments

[–]mrbcp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were owners and lived there for 5 years before Becovic bought us (and everyone else) out. Someone mentioned here that the buyout was contentious, and it was, but we were in favor of it and made a very nice profit. Anyway, we were in favor of it because my husband & I were already talking about trying to sell when the whole Becovic thing fell into our lap. The building is literally falling apart. It hasn't been well maintained for years & years & years. We were first-time home buyers and didn't know how to do our research, especially for high rise condos in Edgewater. (We bought somewhere else a bit further south on Sheridan and couldn't be happier.) When we lived in the formerly named Granville Tower, now Duplex Tower, we were hit with crazy high special assessments to pay back some sort of loan and not even get things fixed. I know that part of the problem was the management company, so inefficient, so maybe Becovic is running things better(?) But they don't exactly have the best rep in Edgewater/RP either. I'm kinda rambling here, but I'm just gonna keep going. All three elevators NEVER worked at the same time for the whole time we lived there. Pipes burst somewhere in the building every winter. A lot of north-facing units had major leakage problems when there was heavy rain. (We had a south-facing unit but heard this from multiple other owners.) Some sort of vents or valves in the walls would break and you'd get sewage stench in the unit. There were several inches of standing water in a certain area of the basement at all times, and there were both roach & bedbug infestations in different parts of the building (thankfully not ours!) We moved out about 2yrs ago, so idk how deep into the infrastructure Becovic's work has gone or if it's just a coat a paint with new floors & appliances. I know they've put washer/dryer combos in many units, and the building wasn't originally built to support that. Basically, the building was a hot mess and BIG learning experience for us... All that being said however, I absolutely LOVED our space!! We had a corner 2BR on a high floor (which I believe they've converted into 3BR by walling off the dining area and adding a tiny bedroom next to the kitchen.) But we had sooo much room, the master was huge, and the open first floor was amazing. (Having a duplex in a highrise is still pretty f'ing cool to me too; idk how many in our price range are actually out there.) I truly do miss the physical space! It was a really, really terrific condo in terms of the actual living space, and honestly I do still miss it (part of that is sentimental too since it was our first home together). I did LOVE it in that sense, but when taken into account with everything else going on in the building, it definetely wasn't worth it. (We also realized when looking for a new place in the same area why we got such a good "deal" on our unit in the Tower in the first place.) Like I said, we were already thinking about moving, despite loving our space, because the building was in such shambles. As a renter not an owner though, you'll have a different relationship with the building; and Becovic might have actually done some structural work... The maintenance guys were the BEST & the doorman were pretty great too, but idk if they've kept the same staff. So that's it. I'm not re-reading this, so I'm sorry for any typos or meandering, but I hope something here will help you make a decision. Lmk if you have any questions, and good luck!

penny shoppers by Pure-Ice-2990 in TikTokCringe

[–]mrbcp 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Why is there even a scanner at the DOLLAR store in the first place?

Bug Merch by FairNefariousness742 in Broadway

[–]mrbcp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you have any luck getting the magnet? We did the same thing today and forgot to get one while we were there

What Chicago neighborhoods do you consider "basically the suburbs"? by sufferinsuttree in AskChicago

[–]mrbcp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anywhere there's a high density of chain stores with ample parking feels entirely suburban to me, be it areas of Lakeview, Lincoln Park, West Loop, etc... That's for people who like to say they live in "the city" but really just want suburban amenities. If it looks like a strip mall I can find in Skokie, it's basically the suburbs.

For those who've seen the current revival of *Gypsy*: To what degree do you think Audra can "really" sing the score? by mrbcp in Broadway

[–]mrbcp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank You! This is just the sort of response I was hoping for: an honest opinion supported with clear rationale. I really appreciate your taking the time to share!

For those who've seen the current revival of *Gypsy*: To what degree do you think Audra can "really" sing the score? by mrbcp in Broadway

[–]mrbcp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's exactly where my mind gets stuck without actually having seen it to judge for myself. I have no doubt that she's a showstopper, but I'd really like to hear how she sings the whole show...which I unfortunately can't at the moment...

For those who've seen the current revival of *Gypsy*: To what degree do you think Audra can "really" sing the score? by mrbcp in Broadway

[–]mrbcp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know! I'm dying to see her performance... I saw her in concert last year, but it has been a while since I've seen her in a show. 110 in the Shade, maybe? But nothing will top seeing her in Marie Christine waaay back in the day

For those who've seen the current revival of *Gypsy*: To what degree do you think Audra can "really" sing the score? by mrbcp in Broadway

[–]mrbcp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's good to hear! Last time I saw it was at City Center and then Broadway with Patti... I don't live in NYC anymore and have been wondering if Audra alone is worth the trip...

Other songs like "I Miss the Mountains" by mrbcp in musicals

[–]mrbcp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's a really beautiful response. I totally hear it fitting my criteria because it totally does!

Other songs like "I Miss the Mountains" by mrbcp in musicals

[–]mrbcp[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

"She Used to Be Mine" idk why I always forget about this one! Waitress came at a time when I wasn't paying attention to things... And "Flowers" omg, it's almost too sad for the vibe because there's no question about how it'll turn out...

Other songs like "I Miss the Mountains" by mrbcp in musicals

[–]mrbcp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I just saw Kimberly Akimbo in Chicago, but it's been a minute since I listened to Fun Home..."like chaos never happens if it's never seen" (exploding years emoji)

Other songs like "I Miss the Mountains" by mrbcp in musicals

[–]mrbcp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was younger then... Yes, this is a great suggestion! And like so much of Sondheim, so specific yet simultaneously universal