Midwest

Cinnaire Closes $134M LIHTC Fund for 12 Affordable Housing Projects Across Five States

by Kristin Harlow January 20, 2026

LANSING, MICH. — Cinnaire has closed a $134 million low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) fund, Cinnaire Fund for Housing 44. The fund will finance 12 affordable housing developments across five states, creating or preserving 950 homes for families, seniors and individuals with special needs. Fund 44 will support developments such as Chamberlain House in Rochester, Ind., East Bay Flats in Traverse City, Mich. and Element Collective in Madison, Wis. Chamberlain House is a new development with 40 affordable housing units for families, including eight units reserved for Indiana’s State Referral Network with project-based vouchers from the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority. Housing Directions and Village Management Co. is developing the project. East Bay Flats is a rehabilitation project delivering 64 affordable homes for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. All units are supported by project-based rental subsidies from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, with onsite supportive services provided by Goodwill Northern Michigan. The development team includes Goodwill Northern Michigan and TJ Acquisitions. Element Collective is a new property in Dane County that will create 197 affordable homes for families, including five units reserved for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. As part of …

January 20, 2026

Acquisitions Midwest Minnesota Multifamily

PCCP, RPM Living Acquire 204-Unit Multifamily Property in Lakeville, Minnesota

by Kristin Harlow January 20, 2026

LAKEVILLE, MINN. — A joint venture between PCCP and RPM Living has acquired Livery Modern Apartments, a 204-unit community in Lakeville, about 22 miles south of the Minneapolis central business district. Built in 2023, the property features 22 two-story buildings with a mix of floor plans that range from 868 to 1,505 square feet. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, pet park and bike repair station. The seller and sales price were undisclosed.

January 20, 2026

Acquisitions Indiana Industrial Midwest Wisconsin

Colliers Arranges Sale-Leaseback of 290,000 SF Industrial Portfolio in Wisconsin, Indiana

by Kristin Harlow January 20, 2026

NEW BERLIN, WIS. AND VALPARAISO, IND. — Colliers has arranged the sale-leaseback of an approximately 290,000-square-foot industrial portfolio for tenant Dynatect Manufacturing Inc., a provider of engineered equipment protection and safety solutions. The portfolio comprises two facilities in New Berlin, Wis., and an additional property in Valparaiso, Ind., within the Chicago metro area. New Berlin-based Dynatect executed a long-term lease across all three properties. Tom Shepherd, John Kardelis and Jennifer Huber-Bullock of Colliers represented Dynatect as its exclusive real estate advisor. CIM Group was the buyer.

January 20, 2026

Acquisitions Illinois Midwest Multifamily

SVN Chicago Brokers $4M Sale of Apartment Building in Bronzeville Neighborhood

by Kristin Harlow January 20, 2026

CHICAGO — SVN Chicago Commercial has brokered the sale of a 21-unit apartment building located at 4201 S. Michigan Ave. in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. The asset sold for $4 million through a debt assumption structure. Joe Connelly of SVN Chicago represented both parties in the sale. The property features 15 two-bedroom units and six three-bedroom residences.

January 20, 2026

Acquisitions Illinois Midwest Multifamily

Eastham Capital, Bender Cos. Acquire Multifamily Property in Metro Chicago for $75.3M

by Kristin Harlow January 19, 2026

MOUNT PROSPECT, ILL. — Eastham Capital and Bender Cos. have acquired The Element, a 509-unit, garden-style multifamily community in the Chicago suburb of Mount Prospect, for $75.3 million. To date, Eastham and Bender have co-invested in 10 properties. The Element is currently at 95 percent occupancy with average rents of $1,590 per month. The renovation plan for the value-add asset includes roughly $5 million to upgrade unit interiors, building systems and exterior areas. These improvements will build on significant upgrades completed by prior ownership. Built in 1968, the property is situated on more than 10 acres. The Element offers a mix of floor plans ranging from 850 to 1,800 square feet. Amenities include a fitness center, pool, yoga studio, business center, game room and laundry facilities.

January 19, 2026

Affordable Housing Development Midwest Multifamily Nebraska

Annex Group Breaks Ground on 156-Unit Affordable Housing Community in Omaha

by Kristin Harlow January 19, 2026

OMAHA, NEB. — The Annex Group has broken ground on Central at Columbus Park, a 156-unit affordable housing community in Omaha. The nearly $60 million property will feature one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom units for households earning a range of income levels starting at 30 percent of the area median income. Amenities will include a parking garage, community room, computer room, fitness room, storm shelter and bike storage. Project partners include BVH Architecture, Lange Structural Group, Engineering Technologies Inc., REGA Engineering, Terracon, RMD Group, Wells Fargo, NP Dodge, Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA), Front Porch Investments and the City of Omaha. Wells Fargo provided more than $24 million in federal equity, and the bank’s debt team served as construction lender and senior permanent lender, contributing over $42 million and $24 million, respectively. NIFA allocated 4 percent tax credits and issued $28 million in tax-exempt bonds. The City of Omaha issued tax-exempt bonds and awarded a 20-year tax-increment financing package, which is intended to offset property taxes throughout the compliance period. Front Porch Investments and the State of Nebraska, Department of Economic Development Housing Trust Fund provided soft funding, contributing $3 million and $1.8 million in proceeds, respectively. The project marks …

January 19, 2026

Industrial Loans Michigan Midwest

Gantry Arranges $12M Refinancing for Two Self-Storage Facilities in Suburban Detroit

by Kristin Harlow January 19, 2026

DETROIT — Gantry has arranged $12 million across two loans to refinance maturing debt for a pair of National Storage-branded facilities in suburban Detroit on behalf of Pogoda Cos. The stabilized properties offer 1,082 units totaling more than 141,000 net rentable square feet with additional vehicle storage and both climate-controlled and drive-up units. Andy Weiss, Andy Bratt and Nick Severson of Gantry represented the borrower, a private real estate investor. A life insurance company provided the seven-year, fixed-rate loan, which features interest-only payments for the full term and flexible prepayment. Gantry will service the loan on behalf of the lender.

January 19, 2026

Acquisitions Illinois Industrial Midwest

Dalfen Industrial Buys Two-Building, 56,000 SF Portfolio in Wood Dale, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow January 19, 2026

WOOD DALE, ILL. — Dalfen Industrial has purchased a two-building, multi-tenant industrial portfolio totaling 56,000 square feet in the Chicago suburb of Wood Dale. The transaction was sourced through a longstanding relationship with Colliers. The properties are 66 percent leased and home to seven tenants with suite sizes ranging from approximately 3,000 to 7,000 square feet. The buildings feature five dock-high doors and six drive-in doors. The portfolio offers convenient access to I-90, I-290 and I-294 as well as close proximity to the Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

January 19, 2026

Acquisitions Kansas Midwest Retail

IHRA Acquires Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Kansas

by Kristin Harlow January 16, 2026

TOPEKA, KAN. — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has acquired Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka. Originally opened in 1963 as Topeka Dragway, the facility later evolved into Heartland Motorsports Park. Over the decades, the park has hosted major national drag racing events, road racing, karting, motocross and grassroots competitions. Planned restoration and redevelopment efforts will focus on creating a year-round destination that blends motorsports with live entertainment and community engagement. Specifically, plans call for: revitalized drag racing operations with improved racer and fan amenities; expanded motorsports and special event programming; live music, concerts and festival experiences; enhanced hospitality, vendor and fan experience areas; community-focused events designed to drive tourism and economic impact. Renovation planning will begin immediately, with additional announcements regarding redevelopment phases, event schedules and community partnerships expected in the coming months.

January 16, 2026

Illinois Leasing Activity Midwest Office

Transwestern to Relocate Downtown Chicago Headquarters, Signs 35,000 SF Lease

by Kristin Harlow January 16, 2026

CHICAGO — Transwestern Real Estate Services has unveiled plans to relocate its Chicago office to 123 N. Wacker Drive, signing a long-term lease for 35,000 square feet for the tower’s penthouse. The brokerage firm plans to take occupancy this fall. The firm is departing from its location at 200 W. Madison St. after nearly 20 years. The Chicago office is one of two Transwestern locations in the metro area, with a second office in Rosemont serving the suburban office and industrial markets. Transwestern will occupy floors 28-30 of the building. The 28th floor features private outdoor space, while the 30th floor provides direct access to the building’s tenant lounge. The property also features a refreshed lobby, indoor-outdoor workspaces, a coffee bar, conferencing facilities and fitness center. Eric Myers of Transwestern and the firm’s agency leasing team will partner with Sterling Bay in representing office leasing at 123 N. Wacker Drive this year. The Transwestern team has prior experience with leasing the building. Larry Serota represented Transwestern on an internal basis, while Russ Cora and Austin Lusson of Sterling Bay represented the landlord.

January 16, 2026

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