Episode 190: Everything Chicago Investors Need to Know About Logan Square with Luke Blahnik

Real Estate Broker, Developer, and Entrepreneur Luke Blahnik joins us to discuss his neighborhood of expertise: Logan Square! Luke knows the neighborhood block by block and outlines some of the premier streets that feature phenomenal housing stock on oversized lots. Luke elaborates on the different pockets of the neighborhood including the higher priced areas around the Boulevards and other more affordable options near the edges of Logan. Redevelopment around the Bloomingdale / 606 Trail, the associated Anti-Deconversion Ordinance, and Zoning in Logan Square are hot topics discussed during the show. Luke closes by sharing some current and upcoming developments that will keep propelling Logan Square forward!  If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: [email protected] Guest: Luke Blahnik, Flora | Blahnik @properties Link: Flora Blahnik Instagram Link: SUCI Investor Story - Luke Blahnik Link: SUCI Ep 32 - Luke Blahnik's First Episode Link: SUCI Ep 21 - Prashanth Mahakali Link: Building Science Fight Club Instagram Link: Anthony Flora (Network Recommendation) Sponsors: State Farm and Appeal.Tax  ----------------- Guest Questions 02:37 Housing Provider Tip: Utilize new delivery services to manage your properties more efficiently! 04:29 Intro to our guest, Luke Blahnik! 05:18 Luke gives an overview on different pockets of the Logan Square neighborhood! 09:15 Why does the width of a property's lot matter?  12:00 Luke talks about the growth within the different areas of Logan Square! 15:45 Where can investors get the best bang for their buck in Logan Square? 20:30 What is the history of the 606 Trail? 22:57 What is the Anti-Deconversion Ordinance around the 606 Trail?  27:30 Where did the push for Ordinance come from? 34:55 How does the extension of the 606 Trail to Lincoln Yards impact homes close to the trail in Logan Square? 36:16 Why did choose Logan Square as his real estate focus? 39:20 Why are values in prime Logan Square higher than other neighborhoods with superior schools? 43:48 Luke talks about new developments in Logan Square! Wrap Up Questions 48:50 What is Luke's competitive advantage?  49:55 One piece of advice for new investors. 50:47 What do you do for fun? 51:38 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  52:35 Local Network Recommendation? 53:27 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? That's our show! Thanks for listening! ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2022.