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04/03/2026

Expand Your Portfolio to Chicago’s West Side.

The "Third Coast" is calling. For out-of-state developers looking to scale, Chicago’s West Side offers a rare combination of robust infrastructure and untapped potential. Through ChiBlockBuilder.com, the City is streamlining the acquisition of land for market-rate housing, industrial hubs, and mixed-use projects.

Industrial, commercial, and residential lots available. Clear market values listed; below-market offers considered for projects with significant Public Benefit (jobs, affordable units, sustainability).

Direct application process for vacant, City-owned land.

What You Need: A solid site plan, secured funding, and a commitment to community engagement. Chicago isn't just looking for buildings; we’re looking for partners to build the future.

ChiBlockBuilder.com

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04/03/2026

Expand Your Portfolio to Chicago’s West Side.

The "Third Coast" is calling. For out-of-state developers looking to scale, Chicago’s West Side offers a rare combination of robust infrastructure and untapped potential.

Through ChiBlockBuilder.com, the City is streamlining the acquisition of land for market-rate housing, industrial hubs, and mixed-use projects.

Industrial, commercial, and residential lots available. Clear market values listed; below-market offers considered for projects with significant Public Benefit (jobs, affordable units, sustainability).

Direct application process for vacant, City-owned land.

What You Need: A solid site plan, secured funding, and a commitment to community engagement. Chicago isn't just looking for buildings; we’re looking for partners to build the future.

ChiBlockBuilder.com

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03/29/2026

Humboldt Park opportunity—only 2 city-owned lots available through the CHI Block Builder Program.

Located in the heart of West Town | Ward 26, these parcels sit along Division Street—positioned for visibility, walkability, and mixed-use potential.

📍 2521 W Division St
• PIN: 16-01-402-017-0000
• Zoning: B1-1
• Lot Size: 3,162 sq ft

📍 2519 W Division St
• PIN: 16-01-402-018-0000
• Zoning: B1-1
• Lot Size: 3,053 sq ft

Why this matters 👇

B1-1 zoning allows for neighborhood retail + residential above—perfect for small developers, owner-occupants, or entrepreneurs looking to build and live in the community.

Humboldt Park continues to be one of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods—known for:

🌳 The park + lagoon
🎭 Culture, art, and community events
🚶‍♂️ Walkable corridors like Division Street
📈 Ongoing reinvestment and growth

These are the only two city lots currently available in Humboldt Park—and they won’t last.

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Austin is one of Chicago’s most powerful communities—and it spans across both the 37th Ward and parts of the 29th Ward, ...
03/28/2026

Austin is one of Chicago’s most powerful communities—and it spans across both the 37th Ward and parts of the 29th Ward, covering areas of Austin, Galewood, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Why that matters 👇

This dual-ward footprint brings multiple layers of investment, planning, and opportunity—especially when it comes to land and development.

Right now, through the CHI Block Builder Program, city-owned vacant lots are available across Austin—including both the 37th Ward and portions of the 29th Ward.

That means real opportunities to:

🏗️ Build new construction homes
🏡 Create homeownership pathways
💰 Invest in land at accessible entry points
🌱 Strengthen and stabilize our neighborhoods

Austin is not just growing—it’s being rebuilt block by block.

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West Garfield Park, located within Chicago’s 28th Ward, represents a strategic infill development opportunity supported ...
03/27/2026

West Garfield Park, located within Chicago’s 28th Ward, represents a strategic infill development opportunity supported by public policy and land access programs.

As part of the 28th Ward, the community is positioned within a framework of:

• Targeted redevelopment initiatives
• City-supported land disposition programs
• Increased focus on housing production and neighborhood stabilization

One key pathway is the CHI Block Builder Program, which provides access to city-owned vacant lots in West Garfield Park for qualified buyers and developers.

This creates a unique entry point to:

• Acquire land at accessible pricing
• Develop new residential housing
• Participate in long-term community reinvestment

For developers, emerging builders, and community-focused investors, West Garfield Park offers both scale and impact within the 28th Ward.

If you’re evaluating land acquisition or development opportunities in this corridor, visit carmenydennis.com

East Garfield Park is full of potential—and the numbers tell the story.There are 598 city-owned vacant lots right here i...
03/26/2026

East Garfield Park is full of potential—and the numbers tell the story.

There are 598 city-owned vacant lots right here in the community. That’s 598 opportunities to build homes, create jobs, and grow generational wealth on the West Side.

Imagine what this could mean:

🏗️ New construction homes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More families planting roots
💼 Opportunities for local builders & investors
🌱 Stronger, more stable neighborhoods

This isn’t just land—it’s the foundation for the future of East Garfield Park.

If you’ve been thinking about building, investing, or owning in this community, now is the time to start the conversation.

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North Lawndale is full of opportunity—and it’s time to build.🏗️ Residential lots are available across the 24th Ward, cre...
03/25/2026

North Lawndale is full of opportunity—and it’s time to build.

🏗️ Residential lots are available across the 24th Ward, creating space for new homes, new investment, and long-term community growth.

Whether you’re a future homeowner, builder, or investor—this is your chance to be part of rebuilding the West Side.

Let’s turn vacant land into legacy.

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Lawndale

Visit:
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/block-builder/home.html

03/24/2026

What if your home could help pay for itself?

The “Missing Middle” model is designed for households earning up to $134,400 (for 2 people)—and it’s changing how people think about homeownership.

Here’s how it works:

🏡 Live in one unit
💰 Rent out the others
📈 Build equity + create steady income

This isn’t just about buying a home—it’s about creating long-term financial stability while helping strengthen our neighborhoods.

More homes. More opportunity. More ownership.

Want to see how this could work for you in Chicago? Message me.

Jackson and Pulaski will never be the same. Dove , Greens, Currency Exchange . Change is happening, and this corner is p...
03/23/2026

Jackson and Pulaski will never be the same. Dove , Greens, Currency Exchange .

Change is happening, and this corner is part of a bigger conversation about growth, housing, and new opportunity on the West Side.

The future of this area is being shaped right now.
Time for change. Time to pay attention.

The team is led by Managing Partner James Webb.TRUDelta operates under the mission "The Black Future Is In Our Hands," f...
03/23/2026

The team is led by Managing Partner James Webb.

TRUDelta operates under the mission "The Black Future Is In Our Hands," focusing on the principles of self-determination (Kujichagulia), independence (Fawohodie), and remembrance (Sankofa). Their work aims to calibrate the "hustling spirit" of West Side communities toward business and property ownership.

Major Initiatives: Beyond residential clusters, TRUDelta is a partner in the $41 million HUB32 mixed-use transit-oriented development and has developed the K Culture Creator Center to support local entrepreneurs.

West Garfield Park Development TeamsGarfield Together Partnership – This partnership is closely linked to the Garfield P...
03/22/2026

West Garfield Park Development Teams
Garfield Together Partnership –

This partnership is closely linked to the Garfield Park Rite to Wellness Collaborative (GPRWC), a group founded in 2019 consisting of residents, faith-based institutions, and healthcare stakeholders.

Their goal is to execute a Quality of Life Plan that addresses socioeconomic and environmental factors to improve health and wellness for West Side residents. The DPD selected this team to deliver three-flat residential buildings as part of the community's broader economic development.

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