SCHILLER PARK, ILL. — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the sale of a 32-unit multifamily property in Schiller Park for $2.2 million. The property consists of two adjacent buildings at 3871-3873 Ruby St. Floor plans range from studios to two-bedroom units. Andrean Angelov, Ryan Engle and Samuel Antreasian of Marcus & Millichap marketed the property on behalf of the seller, a private investor. The team also represented the private investor buyer.
CHICAGO — FPA Multifamily LLC has acquired The Lex, a 332-unit high-rise apartment complex located within the McCormick Square entertainment district in Chicago’s South Loop. The seller was Crescent Heights, a developer of luxury multifamily communities with five offices across the country. San Francisco-based FPA purchased the property free and clear of debt for an undisclosed price. Sean Fogarty, Marty O’Connell, Wick Kirby and Kevin Girard of HFF represented the seller in the transaction. Completed in 2009, The Lex consists of one 35-story tower and one seven-story building featuring a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom residences. Units average more than 900 square feet each and include granite countertops, floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. Communal amenities include a pool, outdoor grilling stations, 24-hour fitness center, game room, resident lounge and business center. The Lex also features more than 17,000 square feet of ground-floor retail and dining space. The property is situated adjacent to the newly constructed Wintrust Arena and Marriott Marquis Hotel. The location puts The Lex within walking distance of Lake Michigan. The Lex was originally built as a condominium project, but failed as it was completed in the midst of the housing crisis, according to local real estate …
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILL. — CBRE has arranged the $25.5 million sale of a 66,393-square-foot retail property occupied by Mariano’s Fresh Market in Arlington Heights, about 25 miles northwest of Chicago. The supermarket is located at 802 E. Northwest Highway. Christian Williams and Michael Kaider of CBRE represented the seller, an affiliate of Inland Private Capital, which purchased the asset in 2011 for $20.8 million. A joint venture between State Farm and Transwestern Investment Group was the seller, according to Crain’s Chicago Business.
CHICAGO — Interra Realty has negotiated the sale of a condominium deconversion in Chicago’s Buena Park neighborhood for $8.2 million. The undisclosed buyer plans to convert the property’s 34 condo units into apartment rentals. The four-story asset is located at 744 W. Gordon Terrace. Built in 1974, the property includes a mix of studios, one- and two-bedroom units. Joe Smazal of Interra brokered the transaction. Under the Condominium Property Act in Illinois, condo unit owners can elect to sell a condo property if 75 percent or more are in agreement.
BOWLING GREEN, OHIO — RCG Ventures has acquired Shoppes on South Main in Bowling Green for an undisclosed price. TJ Maxx, Planet Fitness, Petco, Staples and Dollar General anchor the 110,507-square-foot shopping center. Craig Fuller, Scott Wiles and Erin Patton of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller, a public REIT.
BARTLETT, ILL. — Clarke Packing & Crating Co. has signed a 108,163-square-foot industrial lease at Brewster Creek Business Park in Bartlett. Clarke will occupy space within a new 186,000-square-foot facility that features a clear height of 32 feet, 35 exterior docks and parking for 224 cars. Clarke currently leases 63,000 square feet at 4150 Chandler Drive in Hanover Park. Elise Couston, Adam Marshall and Mark Deady of Newmark Knight Frank represented the owner, Barings Real Estate, in the lease transaction. George Pappas of Hartford Associates represented the tenant.
MIDLOTHIAN, ILL. — Quantum Real Estate Advisors Inc. has brokered the $6.2 million sale of Mid-Oak Plaza in Midlothian, a southwestern suburb of Chicago. Walgreens and Charter Fitness anchor the 73,284-square-foot retail center, which is located at 14702-14740 S. Cicero Ave. Chad Firsel of Quantum represented the seller, a metro Chicago-based acquisition and development company. A private real estate owner based in southern suburban Chicago was the buyer.
WARRENVILLE, ILL. — McShane Construction Co. has been selected by developer Interforum Holdings to construct a new apartment community called Canterra Residences in Warrenville, about 30 miles west of Chicago. The 364-unit complex will be built around a central parking garage. Amenities will include a health club, yoga studio, business center, pool and dog wash station. Construction will be done in phases with the entire development slated for completion in late 2020. Baranyk Associates LTD is providing architectural services. Interforum is a privately held real estate development and investment firm based in Northfield, Ill.
ST. LOUIS — Tarlton Corp. is serving as construction manager for renovations to The Muny, an outdoor musical theater in St. Louis. Public fundraising efforts have raised $100 million for capital improvements and ongoing maintenance of the 11.5-acre property. The scope of the work, which is currently underway, includes rebuilding and revamping the century-old stage. A new revolving platform will help move sets and actors more efficiently. A new climate-controlled orchestra pit will accommodate musicians. Tarlton will construct a full basement, new electrical and mechanical systems, new elevators, restrooms, locker rooms and general storage spaces. H3 Architects is the project architect. The project is slated for completion prior to the start of The Muny’s 2019 season. The Muny is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.
HODGKINS, ILL. — PCCP and Midwest Industrial Funds have acquired a vacant, 490,000-square-foot warehouse in Hodgkins, about 20 miles southwest of Chicago. The purchase price was not disclosed. The buyers plan to renovate the property and rename it as Hodgkins Center of Commerce. The venture plans to tear down part of the building in order to modernize it with 45 additional exterior docks, new office space, ESFR fire system, new roof and HVAC systems. Upon completion, the property will include 408,000 square feet with 62 dock doors and a clear height of 26 feet. The seller was not disclosed.