A Chicago firm known for unique real estate projects including the Salt Shed concert venue has bought a riverfront office tower previously owned by late billionaire Sam Zell for half a century, with plans for a $50 million renovation.
Chicago office building set for $50 million renovation after first ownership change in decades
Blue Star, Wolcott Group buy historic tower long owned by late billionaire Sam Zell
By Ryan Ori
CoStar News
July 21, 2025 | 10:51 P.M.
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- Properties
- Two North Riverside Plaza
2 Riverside Plz, Chicago, IL
- Companies
- Blue Star Properties
Real Estate
- The Wolcott Group, LLC
Real Estate