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Family Office Briefing on research byTranswestern·May 1, 2026

Chicago CBD Office Research Report - Q1 2026

This report analyzes the Chicago CBD office market for Q1 2026, highlighting both challenges and emerging positive trends.

OfficeChicagoIllinoisQ1 2026

Key Metrics

MetricValue
Vacancy Rate23.2%
Net Absorption-381,453SF
Total Availability30.4%
Asking Rent43.35$/SF

Metrics extracted from the source report and independently fact-checked. Method →

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