741 N Wells Street. Rendering by Antunovich Associates

741 N Wells Street Breaks Ground in River North

Yesterday, developer VISTA Property Group and its general contractor, Skender, broke ground on a new mixed-use high rise at 741 N Wells Street in River North. The 21-story, 201,000-square-foot development will yield a total of 168 apartment units. Located prominently at the corner of Chicago Avenue and Wells Street, 741 N Wells is one of the latest developments adding to the neighborhood’s recent uptick in construction.

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New Permits Issued for 2707 W Washington Boulevard in East Garfield Park

A permit was approved early this week for a new three-story residential building at 2707 W Washington Boulevard in the East Garfield Park neighborhood. The owner is listed as KPG Chicago LLC, and the current plans indicate this project will yield three total dwelling units with an open rear staircase. The project will also feature a three-vehicle parking pad at the rear. The lot is currently vacant.

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