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GREA Brokers Sale of 139-Unit Apartment Building in Chicago’s Lakeview East Neighborhood

by Kristin Harlow

CHICAGO — GREA has brokered the sale of a high-rise apartment building with 139 units in Chicago’s Lakeview East neighborhood for an undisclosed price. With separate lobbies at 535 W. Cornelia Ave. and 534 W. Stratford Place, the property contains a mix of studio, one-, three- and four-bedroom units. The studio and one-bedroom layouts range in size from 278 to 904 square feet and are located on the Cornelia side of the building, while the three- and four-bedroom units range in size from 2,260 to 2,959 square feet and are situated on the Stratford side. Bill Montana and Chris Sackley of GREA represented the private owner in the sale. The asset sold to a local family with an established portfolio of apartment properties throughout the northside neighborhoods of Chicago.

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Lamar Johnson Collaborative Releases Renderings for Transformative Vision for Chicago’s Michigan Avenue

by Kristin Harlow

CHICAGO — Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC), a full-service architecture firm based in Chicago, has released renderings for a transformative vision for Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile retail corridor in downtown Chicago. The Magnificent Mile Association commissioned the plan, known as MM2050, to explore innovative solutions for addressing vacancies spurred by the pandemic. LJC created a series of conceptual renderings, guided by four design pillars: people, place, technology and experience. The renderings showcase ideas for enhancing public spaces, improving pedestrian connectivity and encouraging sustainable, mixed-use development. The MM2050 renderings are currently on display at the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) as part of a newly launched exhibition titled The New Magnificent: Visions to Renew and Reconnect the Mag Mile. The exhibit is part of the CAC’s Loop as Lab: Reshaping Downtowns initiative, which explores post-pandemic ideas for revitalizing Chicago’s central business district. The LJC designs are one of two concepts from architectural firms on display. LJC’s vision focuses on four points of improvement along the mile-long corridor:

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Mediterranean Fast-Casual Restaurant Roti Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

by Kristin Harlow

CHICAGO — Roti, a Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant group based in Chicago, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company intends to use Chapter 11 to seek new investors or purchasers on an accelerated time frame while reorganizing its finances. Roti intends to keep its locations across Chicago, Minneapolis and the Washington, D.C. metro areas operating. “After careful consideration, filing for bankruptcy protection was the best way to address our challenges, including financial performance, higher costs, mixed location performance and tough market conditions,” says Justin Seamonds, CEO and prime minister of fun at Roti. Roti says it was disproportionately affected by the COVID pandemic as 50 percent of its restaurants are based in downtown districts. The company states that the current restaurant climate is mired in a consumer spending downturn.

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DarwinPW Realty/CORFAC International Brokers Sale of Three-Acre Industrial Outdoor Storage Property in Chicago

by Kristin Harlow

CHICAGO — DarwinPW Realty/CORFAC International has brokered the sale of a 14,000-square-foot building and 3.3 acres of industrial outdoor storage at 4150 S. Packers Ave. in Chicago’s Stockyards neighborhood. The sales price was undisclosed. The property is situated within an Enterprise Zone and is zoned for industrial use. Ed Wabick and Terry Lynch of DarwinPW Realty/CORFAC International represented the seller, Stockyard Bricks. The buyer, Midwest Trailer Repair, intends to use the site and building to expand its business. Humberto Garcia of Realty at Home represented the buyer.

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FHLBank Chicago Launches $300M LIHTC Collateral Pilot Program

by Kristin Harlow

CHICAGO — The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) has launched the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Collateral Pilot Program, which provides members with increased lendable value on their pledged collateral for up to $300 million of qualifying mortgage loans on LIHTC multifamily projects. Through member banks, credit unions, insurance companies, community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and eligible housing associates, the program aims to amplify and incentivize lending in support of affordable housing for low-income individuals and families. While all FHLBank Chicago members are eligible to participate, up to $200 million of the LIHTC Collateral Pilot Program funding will be reserved for members with assets under $1.46 billion, including CDFIs. The LIHTC program is a key federal tax policy designed to incentivize private investment in the development and preservation of affordable rental housing in the United States for lower-income households. Loans needed to fund LIHTC projects are often sold to investors for securitization, but projects meeting local or specialized needs may have smaller loan amounts that can be challenging and more expensive to finance, since the lender may have to hold the loans in their portfolio. “Our members are working to address needs and gaps in affordable housing …

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JLL Arranges $31M Construction Loan for Apartment Building in Chicago’s Lincoln Park

by Kristin Harlow

CHICAGO — JLL Capital Markets has arranged a $31 million loan in the form of a participating mortgage for the construction of 1529 N Fremont, a 132-unit apartment building in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Construction is expected to begin this quarter on the five-story project, which will feature four stories of rental units above 9,500 square feet of retail space and 29 parking spaces. Units will average 500 square feet each. Amenities will include a fitness studio, coworking lounge and activated outdoor space. Lucas Borges and Ryan Sullivan of JLL arranged the loan on behalf of the borrowers, CityPads and Wayland Real Estate Capital. A life insurance company provided the four-year loan.

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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $12.4M Sale of Retail Portfolio in Mount Prospect, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow

MOUNT PROSPECT, ILL. — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $12.4 million sale of a three-building retail portfolio in Mount Prospect, about 20 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. The assets serve as outparcels to Randhurst Village, a Costco-anchored shopping mall. The first property at 102 E. Kensington Road is home to Chipotle, Five Guys, Jersey Mike’s, Sports Clips and T-Mobile. The second, at 1065 Emhurst Road, features GNC, Panera Bread and Nothing Bundt Cakes. The third property, located at 1027 Randhurst Village, is home to Hangry Joe’s, MOD Pizza and Poke Bros. Built in 2012, the buildings occupy a combined 3.6 acres. Jeff Rowlett and Matthew Gordon of Marcus & Millichap procured the buyer, Lula Holdings, a Wisconsin-based limited liability partnership. Maggie Holmes of Northmarq represented the seller, RREF III-P Randhurst Village, a Delaware-based limited liability company. Steven Weinstock, broker of record in Illinois, assisted in closing the transaction. Michael Hughes of Marcus & Millichap Capital Corp. arranged $6.4 million in acquisition financing through US Bank.

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Interra Realty Negotiates $4.3M Sale of Multifamily Portfolio in Suburban Chicago

by Kristin Harlow

MOUNT PROSPECT, ILL. — Interra Realty has negotiated the sale of a five-building, 30-unit multifamily portfolio in the Chicago suburb of Mount Prospect for $4.3 million. The properties sold to local buyers in two separate deals. Patrick Kennelly, Paul Waterloo and Nathan Zito of Interra represented the undisclosed seller. Hubert Cioromski of Troy Realty represented the buyer of three buildings, while Nader Shahat of Green Equities LLC represented the buyer of the other two buildings. Constructed in 1978, the three-story buildings each contain six units in a mix of one- and two-bedroom layouts. Most of the units include individual balconies and were recently renovated with updated kitchens and baths. They were fully occupied at the time of sale.

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AXIS 360 Brokers $1.5M Sale of Healthcare Development Site in Bloomington, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow

BLOOMINGTON, ILL. — AXIS 360 Commercial Real Estate Specialists has brokered the $1.5 million sale of a 4.7-acre commercial lot on Towanda Barnes Road in Bloomington. Laura Pritts of AXIS 360 represented the undisclosed seller. Joseph & Camper Commercial represented the buyer, which plans to develop the property into medical-related use. The site is located between the Parke Regency Hotel and Conference Center and Compeer Financial.

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Mid-America Negotiates Sale of 166,290 SF Metro Centre Retail Property in Peoria, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow

PEORIA, ILL. — Mid-America Real Estate Corp. has negotiated the sale of Metro Centre, a 166,290-square-foot shopping center located at the intersection of University Street and Glen Avenue in Peoria. The sales price was undisclosed. The property is home to JoAnn, Noodles & Co., Sunrise Health Foods, PNC, Great Clips, WW Studio, Kay’s Hallmark, Merle Norman, Homes Shoes, Le Bakery, Pottstown Meat & Deli and 50’s Diner. A Schnucks Market shadow anchors the asset. Ben Wineman of Mid-America represented the seller, a family owner that developed the property in 1971. A private family office was the buyer.

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