Real estate report: Chicago a rare balanced market
In most of the country's largest cities, home buyers have a clear advantage over sellers. But that's not the case in Chicago. According to a real estate report released by Redfin, Chicago has a balanced market.
In most of the country's largest cities, home buyers have a clear advantage over sellers. But that's not the case in Chicago. According to a real estate report released by Redfin, Chicago has a balanced market.
Mortgage rates rise for seventh straight week, squeezing homebuyers
Mortgage rates climbed for the seventh consecutive week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 7.4% from 7.28% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac.
Mortgage rates climbed for the seventh consecutive week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 7.4% from 7.28% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac.
Chicago officials unveil plan for remaining Cabrini-Green land
The Chicago Housing Authority has presented a development plan for 43 acres of undeveloped land in Cabrini, with a focus on affordable housing, community resources and preserving the neighborhood’s legacy.
The Chicago Housing Authority has presented a development plan for 43 acres of undeveloped land in Cabrini, with a focus on affordable housing, community resources and preserving the neighborhood’s legacy.
Buying a new home is now cheaper than an existing one in many markets
Buying a newly built home is now cheaper than purchasing an existing one in many U.S. housing markets.
Buying a newly built home is now cheaper than purchasing an existing one in many U.S. housing markets.
Midwest cities among the best for dog walking
Redfin and Rover partnered to rank 107 U.S. cities on how good they are for taking your furry friend out for a walk. They also ranked the most popular and trending dog breeds for each city. Find out where your city places!
Redfin and Rover partnered to rank 107 U.S. cities on how good they are for taking your furry friend out for a walk. They also ranked the most popular and trending dog breeds for each city. Find out where your city places!
Map: Mortgage rates are rising slower in these states
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
Chicago’s oldest house at risk of demolition
The Norwood Park Historical Society is working to save the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, a historic museum facing financial challenges and the threat of demolition.
The Norwood Park Historical Society is working to save the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, a historic museum facing financial challenges and the threat of demolition.
Chicago celebrates new affordable housing project on West Side
Mayor Brandon Johnson and city leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday celebrating a new affordable housing development on Chicago’s West Side.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and city leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday celebrating a new affordable housing development on Chicago’s West Side.
Chicago rent growth may be slowing — what tenants need to know
Crain’s reporter Rachel Herzog explains Chicago’s rental market, including average prices, supply, negotiating rent and finding move-in deals.
Crain’s reporter Rachel Herzog explains Chicago’s rental market, including average prices, supply, negotiating rent and finding move-in deals.
Evanston’s historic Harley Clarke Mansion set for major restoration
Architect Delia Conache discusses preserving the landmark mansion while giving it new life as a community, hospitality and events destination.
Architect Delia Conache discusses preserving the landmark mansion while giving it new life as a community, hospitality and events destination.
Can Chicago make housing more affordable? Mayor Johnson answers
What can Chicago do to help homeowners struggling with rising housing costs? Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the city's housing challenges during FOX Chicago's town hall.
What can Chicago do to help homeowners struggling with rising housing costs? Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the city's housing challenges during FOX Chicago's town hall.
Vote for Chicago’s best new building in the AIA People’s Choice Awards
AIA Chicago Executive Director Jen Masengarb previews the Lerch Bates People’s Choice Awards finalists, voting process and the latest trends in Chicago architecture.
AIA Chicago Executive Director Jen Masengarb previews the Lerch Bates People’s Choice Awards finalists, voting process and the latest trends in Chicago architecture.
Mortgage rates hit highest level in more than a year
Mortgage rates rose to their highest level in more than a year, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increasing, Freddie Mac reported.
Mortgage rates rose to their highest level in more than a year, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increasing, Freddie Mac reported.
This Wisconsin city is among the best for home buyers in 2026
WalletHub ranked cities across the United States for their real estate markets and this Wisconsin city placed among the top 10.
WalletHub ranked cities across the United States for their real estate markets and this Wisconsin city placed among the top 10.
Ranked: The best US cities for home buyers in 2026, according to data
A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best U.S. cities for home buyers in 2026, comparing 300 cities based on 17 measures of real estate market strength, affordability and economic conditions.
A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best U.S. cities for home buyers in 2026, comparing 300 cities based on 17 measures of real estate market strength, affordability and economic conditions.
Midwest states rank among top 10 for livability
WalletHub ranked all 50 states in the country for livability with a few states across the Midwest ranked among the financial company's top 15.
WalletHub ranked all 50 states in the country for livability with a few states across the Midwest ranked among the financial company's top 15.
Illinois Realtors launches effort to boost housing supply
Illinois Realtors’ Jeff Baker explains how a new initiative aims to remove local building barriers and increase the state’s housing supply.
Illinois Realtors’ Jeff Baker explains how a new initiative aims to remove local building barriers and increase the state’s housing supply.
Wealthy Americans are moving to this country as ‘golden visa’ demand surges
Wealthy Americans are increasingly looking overseas for relocation opportunities, fueling a surge in applications for one country’s “golden visa" program.
Wealthy Americans are increasingly looking overseas for relocation opportunities, fueling a surge in applications for one country’s “golden visa" program.
Mortgage rates climb to highest level in over a year: What homebuyers need to know
Mortgage rates climbed this week, with the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 6.69% from 6.66% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Mortgage rates climbed this week, with the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 6.69% from 6.66% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
The million-dollar home is becoming surprisingly normal
A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.
A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.