Apartment construction in Chicago has slowed after a short-lived pickup in 2025, though it’s holding steadier than the broader U.S. market.
Chicago apartment pipeline remains thin as construction starts slow
Building activity is down 19% from its peak but flat year over year
CoStar Analytics
June 26, 2026 | 2:33 P.M.
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