With foundation work beginning late last year, construction is progressing rapidly for a collection of nine single family residences at 5338-56 W Argyle Avenue at the corner of W Argyle Street and N Long Avenue in Jefferson Park. Developed by MK Construction & Builders and designed by Beata Klak, each of the homes will stand three stories and occupy 3,200 square feet. Each is expected to sell for $800,000.
New single-family homes. Photo by Jack Crawford
New single-family homes. Photo by Jack Crawford
Previously approved 48-unit apartment building
The development property was downzoned from RM-5 to RS-3 in 2021, after strong opposition to a 48-unit, three-story complex that was proposed by the previous owner. This prior iteration was first proposed in 2014 and received zoning approval in 2016.
New single-family homes. Photo by Jack Crawford
New single-family homes. Photo by Jack Crawford
While the project’s cancellation was not linked to any outside factors other than economic viability, the subsequent zoning change was directly linked to the previous outcry around its approval. Following neighborhood complaints and protests regarding the project’s impact on traffic, parking, and the character of the neighborhood, this zoning approval reversal was spearheaded by Alderman James Gardiner.
The reversal took effect in 2021, with Gardiner citing that the lower-density option would be more in line with the density, along with the “very valid concerns” that had been up by his constituents, according to an article by Block Club Chicago.
New single-family homes. Photo by Jack Crawford
New single-family homes. Photo by Jack Crawford
The project is located less than a minute’s walk from the Jefferson Park Metra station, which also provides bus service for Routes 68, 85, 85A, and 92.
MK Construction & Builders is also serving as the general contractor, with a completion date not yet revealed.
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