Chicago Real Estate

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions at a press conference to announce the expansion of Illinois’ medical debt relief program on Oct. 15, 2026, in the Cook County Health building. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

Gov. JB Pritzker says Illinois housing plan likely waits but Bears stadium and data center bills alive

By Olivia Olander

October 15, 2026 at 5:21 p.m.

Gov. JB Pritzker said his plan to allow multifamily homes on single-family lots probably won’t...

Loop 4-bedroom home with custom wine cellar. (RM Luxury Group)

Loop 4-bedroom home with custom wine cellar: $10.9M

By Kim Quillen

October 15, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

This four-bedroom home has a private elevator entry, floor-to-ceiling windows and east- and west-facing terraces.

Chicago Bulls player Dailyn Swain dunks in the first quarter of a preseason game against the Grizzlies at the United Center on Oct. 9, 2026. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Bulls player Dailyn Swain rents River North unit

By Bob Goldsborough

October 14, 2026 at 12:31 p.m.

Chicago Bulls rookie small forward Dailyn Swain, whom the team drafted in the first round...

A 27,417-square-foot, modernist-style Oak Brook mansion that was constructed for baseball Hall of Famer and Chicago White Sox great Frank Thomas is being dramatically remade by current owner Syed Ali.

Oak Brook mansion once owned by baseball Hall of Famer Frank Thomas is getting a facelift under new owner

By Bob Goldsborough

December 11, 2023 at 12:32 p.m.

A 27,417-square-foot, modernist-style Oak Brook mansion that was constructed for baseball Hall of Famer and...

Condo Adviser: Proper formalities must be followed if board levies additional assessment

By baiduhai

December 10, 2023 at 5:00 a.m.

Q: I am a unit owner in a six-flat, self-managed, condominium association. This past year,...

The University of Chicago on Oct. 31 paid $3.4 million to buy a Hyde Park mansion with an architectural pedigree and deep political ties, including having been owned by the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia from 1977 until 1983.

University of Chicago buys Hyde Park mansion once owned by late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia for $3.4M

By Bob Goldsborough

December 8, 2023 at 11:08 a.m.

The University of Chicago on Oct. 31 paid $3.4 million to buy a Hyde Park...

These are open web floor trusses. Can you see how advantageous it is to use them? Do you see how they save time and money when installing ducts, pipes, and electric cables? (Tim Carter/Tribune Content Agency)

Ask the Builder: Open web floor trusses

By Tim Carter

December 8, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

I'm sure you've driven across or seen large steel truss bridges that are made by...

We should all be worried about how fast cyber crime is growing.

Real Estate Matters: Fidelity National Financial hack highlights why many are increasingly concerned about cybersecurity

By Ilyce Glink

December 7, 2023 at 4:29 p.m.

Recently, Fidelity National Financial, a Fortune 500 provider of title insurance for buyers and sellers, was...

A three-bedroom, 3,600-square-foot Prairie-style house in Berwyn that was designed by the Tallmadge & Watson architectural firm came on the market at the end of August for $799,900 — the first time the home has been for sale since it was constructed in 1907.

Berwyn home designed by Tallmadge & Watson listed for $799,900

By Bob Goldsborough

December 5, 2023 at 2:14 p.m.

A three-bedroom, 3,600-square-foot Prairie-style house in Berwyn that was designed by the Tallmadge & Watson...

Houses are bathed in sunlight on the South Side of Chicago on April 26, 2023.

Search average home values in Illinois counties

By Claire Malon

February 7, 2024 at 1:25 p.m.

Illinois has a vast real estate market, with average home values ranging from around $65,000...

A row of classic Chicago homes in the 1500 block of West Jackson on Feb. 17, 2023.

Illinois home values are booming. Here’s a look at prices throughout the state.

By Claire Malon

February 7, 2024 at 1:01 p.m.

Some good news for Illinois homeowners: Home values are surging across the state. Illinois home...

This is a hold-down anchor. You can use them to make a secure connection between a deck post and a concrete pier. They work well to secure a garden shed, preventing it from blowing away. (Tim Carter/Tribune Content Agency)

Ask the Builder: The right hardware is crucial to connecting things in your home

By Tim Carter

December 1, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

I live in rural New Hampshire. When I drive to town, I pass by a...

It is important to learn all the details and tradeoffs of the plan before dissolving an HOA.

Real Estate Matters: Residents in some areas could benefit from trading HOA costs for an increased tax bill

By Ilyce Glink

November 30, 2023 at 3:18 p.m.

Q: We recently read a reply you gave to a question about a homeowners association (HOA) in...