Ever wondered what's behind the doors of some of Chicago's most interesting buildings? You'll have a chance to find out Oct. 17-18, 2026, when Open House Chicago returns for a weekend of free tours and a chance to visit places you might otherwise never get to see.
Organized by the Chicago Architecture Center, Open House Chicago features more than 200 sites across 30 neighborhoods. Some of these buildings have been around for more than a century. Others have been restored or recently found an entirely new purpose. Our real estate agents have six suggestions for places to explore during the weekend.
With the holidays almost here, it's time to start making your list and checking it twice! Fortunately, Chicagoland offers a wealth of amazing holiday shopping destinations.
From malls to markets and mom-and-pop shops, these are some of our real estate agents' favorite places to find gifts for everyone on their holiday shopping lists.
The largest mall in Illinois and one of the largest in the United States, the Woodfield Mall is less than 40 minutes from Chicago in the northwest suburb o...
Chicago is the kind of city that you get to know over the course of a lifetime. It's always changing, and the unique atmosphere of each of its neighborhoods makes it an eclectic and energetic city. One of the best ways to get to know it is to do some shopping.
Locally owned shops and boutiques offer a window into Chicago's unmistakable culture and character. These are some of our real estate agents' favorite one-of-a-kind boutiques in seven of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods.
Updated 5/23/2025
Chicagoland comes alive in the springtime. This season also marks the beginning of what our real estate agents like to call "market season" in Chicagoland, which extends throughout the summer and winds down in the fall. Whether you're looking for arts and crafts, fresh produce, or any other local, handmade goods, you'll find them at these upcoming spring and summer markets and craft fairs in the Chicago area.
Whether you're about to move into a new home or you're simply ready to revamp your home for spring, this is a great time of year to invest in some new furniture and decor. Luckily, there are some truly exceptional local shops for housewares in Chicagoland, and our real estate agents are excited to share some of their favorites.