Transit Oriented Development – Southport Corridor News and Events

What’s Happening at 3347-49 N. Southport? Long-Stalled Development Still Waiting to Move Forward

A long-planned mixed-use development at 3347-49 N. Southport Avenue remains stalled, despite previous indications that construction would resume in early 2026.

Belmora Now Leasing in Lakeview, With Apartments Starting at $2,095

A major new residential development along Belmont Avenue has officially entered the leasing phase.

New Mixed-Use Development Proposed for Halsted Street in Lakeview

Plans have been unveiled for a new four-story mixed-use development at 2858 N. Halsted Street, at the corner of Halsted and George Street in Lakeview. The project would replace the existing one-story building and rear patio currently occupied by George Street Pub.

Plans revealed for mixed-use development near Southport Corridor in Lakeview

A new mixed-use development has been proposed just east of the Southport Corridor that would replace a surface parking lot with new apartments and neighborhood retail in Lakeview.

Goodbye, Lakeview Giordano’s: City Council approves redevelopment at 1040 W. Belmont

One of Lakeview’s longtime pizza locations is on its way out.

First Look at 3600 N. Southport: New Mixed-Use Development to Bring Retail and Apartments to The Southport Corridor

A new mixed-use development is moving forward at the northwest corner of Southport Avenue and Addison Street, replacing the former Fifth Third Bank property with retail space and apartments in the heart of Chicago’s Southport Corridor, and we now have the first set of renderings along with retail space information.

99-Unit Apartment Development Moving Forward At 3233 N. Sheffield After $6.25 Million Property Sale

A long-awaited redevelopment just north of Belmont is officially moving closer to reality.

Why Chicago’s New Buildings Keep Looking So… Basic

If you’ve looked at recent apartment developments across Chicago—especially on the North Side—you may have noticed a recurring theme: lots of dark brick, fiber cement panels, boxy balconies, and simple facades. Few ornate cornices. Few limestone masterpieces. Very little of the architectural drama that defined Chicago’s golden age of construction.

The reason isn’t a lack of imagination.

Chicago City Council has approved a new mixed-use development at 3611 N. Halsted Street in Lakeview

The 12-story project, planned by DLG Development and designed by Studio Dwell Architects, will bring 188 apartments to the currently vacant site between Addison and Waveland. The building will also include a small ground-floor café, 77 parking spaces, 188 bike spaces, and 38 affordable units.

Retail and Apartments Coming to 1215 W. Belmont as Full Building Permit Is Issued

A full building permit has officially been issued for a new mixed-use development at 1215 W. Belmont in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, clearing the way for construction to begin on the five-story project.

Demolition Permits Issued for Southport/Belmont Development

Demolition permits have been issued for a series of buildings along West Belmont Avenue in Lakeview, clearing the way for a new mixed-use residential development at 1215 W. Belmont, according to city records and project details. The site is the former home of Stage 773, which closed in 2021.