Permits Issued for Residential Conversion at 2300 W. Ainslie

Developer CKG Realty Group plans to convert former St. Matthias Rectory into 9 apartments.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 2:00pm

A photorealistic studio still life featuring architectural models, blueprints, and drafting tools arranged on a clean, monochromatic background, symbolizing the planning and design work behind the residential conversion project.A conceptual illustration capturing the planning and design process behind the residential conversion of the former St. Matthias Rectory building.Chicago Today

A renovation permit has been issued for the residential conversion of an existing building at 2300 W. Ainslie in Chicago. Developer CKG Realty Group plans to convert the former St. Matthias Rectory into a 9-unit apartment building with a mix of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units.

Why it matters

This project represents the continued residential redevelopment of older buildings in Chicago's North Side neighborhoods, as developers seek to convert underutilized properties into modern housing options. The conversion of the former rectory building will help increase the housing supply in the area.

The details

Designed by Red Architects, the rectory building will be converted into 9 residential units, including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments. The project will also include 3 parking spaces for residents and 9 bike parking spaces. With the interior demolition permit and renovation permit now issued, general contractor 3F Construction can begin work on the conversion.

  • The renovation permit was issued on April 12, 2026.

The players

CKG Realty Group

The developer planning the residential conversion of the former St. Matthias Rectory building.

Red Architects

The architecture firm designing the conversion of the rectory building into apartments.

3F Construction

The general contractor that will be performing the conversion work on the building.

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The takeaway

This project is part of the ongoing trend of residential redevelopment in Chicago's North Side neighborhoods, as developers seek to convert underutilized properties into new housing options for the growing population.