On June 17, developer Related Midwest broke ground on 400 Lake Shore: a two-tower, residential development at the former Spire site.

The event featured discussions on working with clients who have disabilities, examining bias in appraisals and more.

GOBankingRates determined the top 50 areas that boast low crime while maintaining a low cost of living — and Elgin came in at No. 1.

The 97-year-old building features sweeping lake views, a rooftop deck, fitness center, indoor pool and spa.

Southbank, a seven-acre masterplan by Lendlease, has already taken shape in the South Loop. But in late May, the Australia-based developer announced it is pulling out of all United States developments.

Chicago ranks in the top five cities for home renovation spending.

Highlighting 71 streets from around the world, Architectural Digest ranked LSD, as the locals call it, at No. 40.

E&V’s annual Pride Summit took place at 110 North Wacker and included a day full of talks and panels on LGBTQ+ topics. CEO Anthony Hitt kicked things off.

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index has hit a new record for six of the last 12 months, as demand remains strong in the face of tight inventory.

The stately “Home Alone” house has hit the market for the second time since the 1990 classic premiered. It’s listed by the Dawn McKenna Group for $5.25 million.

Illinois home sales increased year over year during April, even though inventory neared a record low, according to Illinois REALTORS®.

Detached homes in the Chicago suburbs now cost a median of $360,000: that’s a $30,000, increase according to the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS®.

Anna Fiascone and Natalie Ryan of BHHS Chicago recently oversaw a $2,750,000 transaction in Willowbrook: the most expensive home sale in that suburb in the past 10 years.

The National Association of REALTORS® recently honored two local agents as part of their annual 30 Under 30 class: Brandon Blankenship and Melanie Miller.

Agents have been turning to their associations with questions ever since NAR settled in March to end litigation over broker commissions.

In March, 10,024 homes sold in Illinois: the lowest number seen since 2008, according to new data from Illinois REALTORS®.