The Chicago City Council has approved plans for a mixed-use development at 214 North Morgan Street in Fulton Market. The current iteration of the project was introduced earlier this year, replacing a previous, taller proposal led by a different team. The new team, made up of Parq Development and Luxury Living Chicago, is now moving forward.
Site map of 214 N Morgan St by ParkFowler Plus
Rendering of 214 N Morgan St by ParkFowler Plus
Set to rise 19 stories and 260 feet in height, the boxy high-rise will occupy most of its mid-block site between Lake and Fulton Streets. The ground floor will feature 3,800 square feet of retail space at its northern corner, joined by a small lobby and a ramp leading up to a 30-space parking garage on the upper levels of the small podium.
Floor plans of 214 N Morgan St by ParkFowler Plus
The upper levels will take on a U-shape and contain 268 residential units, an increase from the original proposal, as the new plans focus on smaller floor plans. As a result, the unit mix will consist of 239 studios and 29 one-bedroom layouts. Of these, 54 units will be considered affordable, some of which will have access to balconies on the western façade.
Rendering of 214 N Morgan St by ParkFowler Plus
Rendering of 214 N Morgan St by ParkFowler Plus
Residents will also have access to amenities on multiple levels, as well as a rooftop space featuring an outdoor pool. The building will be clad in a mix of metal panels and gray-toned brick. With approvals in hand, the team has also applied for permits and is preparing to break ground in the first quarter of 2026. Move-ins are expected by mid-2027.
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Can’t wait for this to be built so I can be done being disappointed every time I see it
If something ever bothers you, just stop clicking on it and reading about it. Throughout your life, you’ll realize as an adult that it’s a privilege you have access to.
I mean it’s no masterpiece but it will get drowned out by all the other towers that have been approved. Anyways, the street frontage isn’t that bad.
It’s fine, but I can’t help but see two buildings spooning.
Oh great. Thanks. That’s all I see now too! LOL.
Is symmetry illegal in the United States or something?
As someone who loved the previous design, I must say I initially did not like the new design because I was so attached to the original. However, when you really analyze the various elements of this building, I think if it’s executed correctly, it will be nice. Looking at the ground level, the attention to detail with the masonry is impressive. I love the steel and the bronze. I actually think this will be a great addition to the West Loop. The only concern I have is the bulkiness of the structure, but we’ll see how that all plays out. Overall, I like the design despite having reservations at first.
268 units and only 30 parking spots? This is a huge win, my friends.
Indeed. Happily that sort of ratio has appeared several times lately in this newsletter.