April 30, 2009 - Magellan Development was right on the money when a few weeks ago they announced that their Aqua apartments would be ready for move-in by May 1st. Sure enough, the Chicago real estate developer announced yesterday that Aqua has a green light in the form of a Certificate of Occupancy through floor 32. That should mean the Chicago apartments located on floors 19 through 32 should be ready for renters. The 82 story tower has 474 apartments located on floors 19 through 52, and Magellan stated that they have about 100 rental leases signed at this point.

As far as other construction work on the 225 North Columbus Drive high-rise, the developer also said that windows are already installed up to the 74th floor, drywall hung up to floor 56 and framing done through floor 68. Other construction that is complete at this point is the spiral staircase that connects the tower to the Park at Lakeshore East.

Aqua’s apartments come in floor plans ranging from studios, convertibles, and one and two bedroom units. Rents are anywhere from $1,375 to $3,111 per month, and pets (up to two cats or dogs per apartment, depending on breed and weight) are allowed for an additional fee.

The apartments come with GE stainless steel kitchen appliances, wood cabinets, oversized vanity in the baths, hardwood flooring and wall-to-wall carpeting, curved balconies with stunning views, pendant lighting and full size washer and dryer. Building amenities are the same for condo owners and apartment residents. Perks include a one of a kind 80,000 square foot fully landscaped outdoor deck complete with gazebos, gardens, pools, hot tubs, running track, fire pit and BBQ area. Inside, a 35,000 square foot common area houses a pool, spa, sauna, massage rooms, basketball court, fitness center, party rooms with kitchens, movie room, lounge business center and pool and game room.

With such a fantastic location and amenities package, Aqua will most likely be home to some of the most popular new Chicago apartments and Chicago New Construction Condos.

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