Chicago advances major mixed-use and affordable housing developments

Major mixed-use and mixed-income residential developments have reached significant milestones in Chicago.

In the Woodlawn neighborhood, the $580 million Woodlawn Central project has officially broken ground. Led by the Apostolic Church of God through ACOG Ventures, the development aims to transform eight acres into a walkable district. Once complete, the project is expected to feature between 870 and 1,000 residential units, a boutique hotel, retail and office spaces, cultural facilities, and an urban farm. The first phase involves a $134 million investment, including 104 residential units—approximately 22 of which are designated as affordable housing—and a 160-room hotel.

Separately, The Habitat Company announced progress on two other Chicago projects. The company has reached a financial closing for the first residential phase of the $127 million LeClaire Courts redevelopment in Garfield Ridge, with construction expected to begin this fall. Additionally, The Junction at OC Living, part of the Ogden Commons development in North Lawndale, has reached full lease-up. These projects focus on integrating essential services like healthcare and childcare with attainable housing.