Plans have been revealed for a new residential development at 2245 W Monroe Street in the Near West Side. Located mid-block between S Oakley Boulevard and S Bell Avenue, the new structure would replace a triple–wide vacant lot near the United Center. Efforts for the project are being led by 2245 W Monroe LLC.
Rendering of 2245 W Monroe Street via Google Maps
Set to rise four stories tall and around 63-feet in height, the building is being designed by Hanna Architects in a style we have come accustomed to seeing for many of these smaller infill projects. Given its location on a residential block, there will be no ground floor retail. However, there will be six parking spots off of the alley.
Site plan of 2245 W Monroe Street by Hanna Architects
Inside the building will be 20-residential units mostly made up of one- and two-bedroom layouts. Four of these will be considered affordable. Most units will also contain a small outdoor space with inset balconies along the front facade. Residents will also have access to a shared rooftop deck with views of the city.
Elevation of 2245 W Monroe Street by Hanna Architects
The brick clad structure will cost around $4.3 million to build. However, the developer still needs to acquire the property from the city for $178,750. That sale will now need approval from the city as well zoning approval for the building itself. At the moment, no timeline has been made public.
Subscribe to YIMBY’s daily e-mail
Follow YIMBYgram for real-time photo updates
Like YIMBY on Facebook
Follow YIMBY’s Twitter for the latest in YIMBYnews
Another stinker from Hanna .
Looks interesting with the segmented entryway. More importantly is the significant westward extension from UC.
Infill housing via Hanna. I think we will get better architecture in this area in 10 years after the UC is developed. I’m a believer that this area will be a nice spot with a mix of historic and new developments as the west loop expands. Eventual pressure on east Garfield park is the dream as there is a chance to preserve those historic houses with enough incentive to maintain them!