Five Worker Cottages for Sale
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Known for their front-facing gable roofs, modest size, and raised basements, workers cottages were originally built as affordable housing in the 19th century. Read more
Designed (and lived in) by architect Harold M. Hansen, the home features substantial and beautifully detailed millwork. Read more
The original affordable Chicago home can sometimes still be a reasonable option. Read more

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Known for their front-facing gable roofs, modest size, and raised basements, workers cottages were originally built as affordable housing in the 19th century. Read more
Designed (and lived in) by architect Harold M. Hansen, the home features substantial and beautifully detailed millwork. Read more
The original affordable Chicago home can sometimes still be a reasonable option. Read more
Owning and maintaining one of these landmarked properties — once home to politicians, car showrooms, and more — are great ways to help preserve the city's architectural history. Read more
One of the original streets laid out by surveyor James Thompson in his 1830 plat of what is now the Loop, Clark Street has some great homes on the market now. Read more