Essex Realty Group, LLC is pleased to announce the sale of Portrait, a newly constructed 59-unit mixed-use apartment building located at 948 W. Sunnyside Avenue in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood. The property consists of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences along with 6,458 square feet of ground-floor retail and 36 parking spaces. Each unit features modern finishes, in-unit laundry, and individual HVAC systems. The property also includes a co-working space, fitness center, and bike storage. The retail component is fully leased to an upscale salon and a longtime Uptown restaurant and event venue.

Uptown is a vibrant lakefront neighborhood on Chicago’s North Side, bordered by Lakeview, Edgewater, and Ravenswood. Known for cultural landmarks like the Aragon Ballroom, Riviera Theatre, and Green Mill, Uptown combines historic character with ongoing investment and redevelopment. Sub-neighborhoods such as Buena Park, Sheridan Park, and Margate Park feature tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and lakefront access. With strong transit options and a diverse mix of residents, Uptown continues to attract new development, retailers, and long-term residents.

• Newly Constructed 59-Unit Mixed-Use Property
• Unit Mix: Studios, 1Bd, and 2Bd Apartments — All with Modern Finishes, In-Unit Laundry & Individual HVAC
• 6,458 SF of Ground-Floor Retail — Fully Leased to an Upscale Salon and Established Restaurant/Event Venue
• 36 Parking Spaces
• Amenities Include Co-Working Space, Fitness Center, and Bike Storage
• Close Proximity to Lake Michigan, CTA Red Line, and Uptown's Growing Mix of Dining, Entertainment & Neighborhood Retail