811 W Aldine Ave

The Mandel Brothers Lofts are a landmark three-story brick-and-timber warehouse conversion in Chicago’s East Lakeview neighborhood, originally built in 1903 and adapted into roughly a dozen loft residences. Architecturally the building preserves heavy timber posts and exposed brick, original industrial windows and high, beamed ceilings that define its loft character. Units are multi-level 3-bedroom layouts with features like cathedral or beamed ceilings, open floorplans, built-in bookcases and storage, skylights or atrium light wells, large kitchens with granite counters and high-end stainless appliances, formal dining areas and fireplaces. Common exterior elements include private balconies and a shared roof deck with grilling and fire-pit areas; many residences include private roof terraces. The boutique building offers resident conveniences such as monitored entry, a lobby, generous private storage rooms, and side-by-side heated garage parking. Pet-friendly with in-unit laundry in most homes, the property sits steps from CTA access, restaurants, grocery options and the lakefront, delivering an urban-live/work lifestyle anchored by historic character and large, daylight-filled interiors.