Edgewater
Chicago, Illinois
Vintage condo renovations, residential gut rehabs, and home remodeling along Chicago's Far North Side lakefront. 18 years of Chicago construction experience.
Construction Services
in Edgewater, Chicago
Edgewater is one of Chicago's most eclectic and welcoming Far North Side neighborhoods — a lakefront community of vintage courtyard apartments, condo buildings, bungalows, and greystones that draws homeowners and investors who value the neighborhood's density, transit access, and strong sense of identity. Renovation work here ranges from individual condo gut rehabs to whole-building repositioning projects on Bryn Mawr Avenue.
32 Build has worked throughout the Far North Side for years, delivering condo and unit renovations, gut rehabs of vintage residential buildings, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and whole-house renovations in Edgewater and adjacent Andersonville and Rogers Park. Edgewater's housing stock — primarily built between 1900 and 1940 — requires contractors who understand vintage construction systems and can navigate the specific permit requirements of multi-unit residential work in Chicago.
Renovation in a multi-unit building carries responsibilities that single-family work doesn't: neighbor notification, HOA coordination where applicable, scheduling that minimizes disruption in shared buildings, and permit compliance for work in occupied structures. We've managed all of it. A well-run condo renovation in Edgewater is a contained, predictable project — when it's set up correctly from the start.
Far North Side Reference:Condo renovations and residential gut rehabs completed throughout Edgewater and adjacent Far North Side neighborhoods. References available upon request.
Building in
Edgewater, Chicago
Edgewater occupies Chicago's Far North Side, generally bounded by Foster Avenue to the south, Devon Avenue to the north, the lakefront to the east, and Ravenswood Avenue to the west. The neighborhood's housing stock is a dense mix of courtyard apartment buildings, vintage condo conversions, greystones, bungalows, and vintage frame homes built predominantly between 1900 and 1940, alongside some larger mid-century high-rise development along Sheridan Road.
Renovation work in Edgewater frequently involves original plaster, aging electrical systems (many vintage condo buildings still have outdated panel configurations), galvanized or early copper plumbing, and structural conditions typical of early 20th century Chicago multifamily construction. Work in multi-unit buildings requires compliance with Chicago's building code requirements for occupied residential structures, including proper egress maintenance, dust containment, and utility coordination.
The Chicago Department of Buildings processes Edgewater permits through standard residential and multifamily review tracks. Bryn Mawr Avenue is Edgewater's primary commercial corridor, with ongoing commercial renovation and new retail development reinforcing the neighborhood's identity.
The Red Line's Bryn Mawr and Berwyn stations provide strong transit access.
Did you know
Edgewater was incorporated as its own village in 1887 before being annexed by Chicago in 1889 — one of many North Shore communities that became part of the city in that era. The neighborhood's early development as a resort destination attracted grand hotels and wealthy residents along Sheridan Road, leaving behind a legacy of architectural variety that ranges from modest bungalows to ornate vintage apartment palaces that still define the neighborhood's skyline today.
Notable Streets in Neighborhood
- Bryn Mawr Avenue — Edgewater's primary commercial corridor — the neighborhood's main street with restaurants, retail, and transit access at the Red Line Bryn Mawr station.
- Sheridan Road — The lakefront arterial running through Edgewater — a mix of mid-century high-rises, vintage apartment buildings, and some of the most scenic urban streetscape in Chicago.
- Broadway — North-south commercial spine connecting Edgewater to Andersonville to the north and Uptown to the south — transit access, neighborhood dining, and retail.
- Granville Avenue — East-west cross street with the Red Line's Granville station — residential blocks of courtyard apartments and vintage frame homes with steady renovation activity.
- Berwyn Avenue — Residential cross street connecting the lakefront to Broadway — bungalows, two-flats, and vintage frame homes typical of Edgewater's interior streetscape.
Sub-Neighborhoods We Serve
Edgewater Zip Codes
Services in Edgewater, Chicago
What Does It Cost
in Edgewater, Chicago?
Transparent ranges based on recent Chicago projects. Your exact cost depends on scope, materials, and conditions.
Full gut renovation of a vintage condo or apartment unit — kitchen, bath, flooring, finishes. Permit managed, HOA coordination included where required.
Whole-house renovation, greystone gut rehab, multi-unit building repositioning, or full gut renovation of a larger vintage building.
Complete gut rehabilitation of a courtyard building or larger multifamily structure — all units, full systems replacement, and exterior work.
Free Estimate: Every project starts with a free on-site consultation and written estimate. No obligation, no pressure. We'll tell you exactly what your project costs before you commit.
Maintenance Plans
for Edgewater Homeowners
Keep your home in peak condition year-round. Quarterly visits, seasonal checklists, and a dedicated team — starting at $99/month.
Essential
Homeowners who want quarterly preventive maintenance and a trusted team keeping an eye on the home.
Standard
Busy homeowners who want proactive maintenance plus more hands-on help during each visit.
Premium
Homeowners who want a true white-glove home maintenance and concierge experience.
Edgewater
Chicago FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about working with 32 Build in Edgewater, Chicago.
Still have questions? Let's talkA condo renovation in Edgewater typically runs $40,000 to $180,000 depending on unit size, scope, and finish level. A cosmetic refresh — new flooring, paint, fixtures, and kitchen cabinet fronts — runs $20,000 to $50,000. A full gut renovation of a 900 to 1,200 SF vintage condo — new kitchen, bath, flooring, and finishes throughout — typically runs $80,000 to $160,000. Full gut renovations with custom finishes in larger vintage units run $150,000 to $250,000+.
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