Articles by Jack Crawford

Final Renovation Work Underway for Edith Spurlock Apartments in Lake View

7:30 am on February 22, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Final touches can be seen for the redevelopment of the Edith Spurlock Apartment complex in Lincoln Park. With the recent unveiling of “Sheffield of Lincoln Park,” a new six-story addition providing 80 family units, the complex now contains three total buildings. Sheffield of Lincoln Park sits between two existing buildings at 2640 and 2720 N. Sheffield, both of which were originally built in 1965. The CHA and PIRHL are behind the $150 million redevelopment.

Rendering of the southwest facade of 900 W Nelson Street by SmithGroup

Structural Work Nears Full Height for Illinois Masonic Expansion in Lake View

7:45 am on February 21, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Structural work is nearing completion for the expansion at the Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital in Lake View. Situated at 900 W Nelson Street, the new medical wing is now being constructed as a single, integrated project, encompassing what was initially planned as two distinct sub-phases.

Zoning Application Submitted for Invest South/West’s “The Ave” in Humboldt Park

7:30 am on February 20, 2024 By Jack Crawford

A zoning application has been submitted for ‘The Ave’, a new mixed-use development at 3601 W Chicago Avenue in Humboldt Park. This project is part of the Invest South/West initiative and aims to redevelop a city-owned, L-shaped lot. The site currently houses the Neighborhood Housing Services building and another low-rise structure. KMW Communities, Preservation of Affordable Housing, and Community Enterprises Corporation are collaborating on this proposal for affordable housing and retail space. Originally planned as a five-story project, it has been revised to four stories to enhance cost efficiency.

Final Exterior Touches Advance for 1000M Tower in South Loop

7:45 am on February 19, 2024 By Jack Crawford

As pre-leasing continues, final touches are being made to the facade of 1000 S Michigan Avenue in the South Loop. This 74-story residential project, known as 1000M, stands at 805 feet and is located opposite Grant Park. The tower has been developed by Time Equities, JK Equities, and Oak Capital, with architectural design by Jahn/ and interior design by Kara Mann Design. There will be a total of 738 apartments, ranging from studios priced at $2,075 per month to four-bedroom penthouses starting at $14,470 per month.

Sales Surpass Halfway Mark for Harrison Row Townhomes in East Garfield Park

7:45 am on February 18, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Home sales have surpassed the 50-percent mark for Harrison Row Townhomes, located in East Garfield Park. Led by Structured Development, under the affordable Requirements Ordinance (ARO), the program targets households earning up to 120% of the area median income. Fulfilling the ARO obligation for Structured’s Wendelin Park in Clybourn Corridor, these 40 townhomes are required to remain affordable for at least 30 years, with oversight by the Chicago Housing Trust (CHT).

Additional Brick Installed on 812 W Adams Street in West Loop

7:30 am on February 17, 2024 By Jack Crawford

With white brickwork now seen along the ground floor, facade work continues on a seven-story mixed-use building located at 812 W Adams Street in West Loop. The project, managed by Luxe Suites Chicago, will house 80 rental apartments and 4,200 square feet of retail space upon completion.

Embry Condominium Development Fully Completes in West Loop

7:45 am on February 16, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Construction has officially completed for Embry, a 16-story residential condominium development at 21 N May Street in West Loop. Developed by Sulo Development and designed by Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC), the building has yielded 58 condominium units, 80 percent of which have been pre-sold at the time of opening. The building offers a range of unit types including two-, three-, and four-bedroom configurations, duplexes, and two penthouses. The column-free interior layouts vary in size from 1,828 to 5,187 square feet, with prices ranging from $1.4 million to $7.5 million.

Renovation Work Progresses for 10 and 120 S Riverside Plaza in West Loop Gate

7:30 am on February 15, 2024 By Jack Crawford

In West Loop Gate, two office buildings located at 10 and 120 S Riverside Plaza continue to undergo renovations as part of a larger repositioning project. These two structures, each rising 21 stories, collectively offer 1.4 million square feet of space with 37,000-square-foot floor plates. With SOM as the original architect behind both structures, 10 S Riverside Plaza was constructed in 1965, while 120 S Riverside Plaza was completed in 1967.

Q Investment Partners and Melrose Ascension Capital Secure Financing for Partially Complete 633 S LaSalle in Printer’s Row

7:45 am on February 14, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Vertical construction continues at 633 S LaSalle Street, a 17-story residential project in Printer’s Row, following the completion of construction financing by Singapore’s Q Investment Partners (QIP) and Chicago-based Melrose Ascension Capital (MAC). The project, which recently changed hands from PMG and The Collective, is a key venture for QIP as it enters the US real estate market.

Site of 1730 S Wabash Avenue, via Google Maps

1730 S Wabash Avenue Breaks Ground in South Loop

7:30 am on February 13, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Foundation work has begun for a new 12-story mixed-use building at 1730 S Wabash Avenue in South Loop. Replacing a former parking lot, the new project will yield 110 apartment units and an 80-car garage on the first and second floors. There will also be ground-floor commercial retail.

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