Real Estate
As wild animals increasingly roam our city streets, one expert observes the stark difference between hosting thousands of urban raccoons and managing just a few urban leopards. This phenomenon raises pressing questions about how humans can—and should—coexist safely with wildlife in metropolitan areas.
Urban Areas
A new trail grant could bring walking and biking paths together in Columbus’ Pawnee Park. City officials hope to build stronger outdoor connections and make this community hub more accessible for residents and visitors alike.
Urban Areas
Santa Fe’s real estate scene stands at the crossroads of lifestyle and growth. With SFAR guiding local specialists, the city’s market remains a focal point for industry observers and community members alike.
Urban Areas
Mullen Park’s “The Final Piece” ribbon cutting has been rescheduled for July 21, allowing organizers more time for final touches. The postponement promises a better experience for attendees eager to celebrate the park’s milestone in McAlester, Oklahoma.
Urban Areas
Karis Critical is pulling back from its rezoning push for 186 acres in Hoffman Estates after facing local challenges to its plans. Now, the Ohio-based firm must overhaul its vision for Plum Farms, which it bought for $45 million.
Suburban Communities
An “impeccably maintained” home in Orange, Connecticut, is now available for $700,000, according to Zillow.com. The listing, featured by Patch, shines a spotlight on a property that underscores the area’s real estate appeal.
Suburban Communities
Opponents of a major rezoning in Hoffman Estates are citing new documents they say reveal plans for a large data center on the Plum Farms property. They are also calling on the Illinois Attorney General to investigate possible Open Meetings Act violations.
Suburban Communities
Keokuk’s City Council has decided against rezoning a property on Washington Street, following a recommendation from the City Planning Commission. The decision keeps existing zoning regulations in place, reflecting the local government’s preference for stability in land use.
Urban Areas
Developers in Harrisonburg have rebranded their proposed apartment building, changing its name from The Link to The Lindsey. The project, located between Main Street and Liberty Street, is expected to appear before the Harrisonburg Planning Commission in the coming months.
Urban Areas
For renters like Joyce, a native New Yorker, the quest for an ideal apartment has become a digital game of illusions. Despite a market full of “tiny, overpriced shitholes,” artificially enhanced listings tease them with sleek, airy spaces—often obscuring the reality just behind the front door.
Urban Areas
A rundown top-floor apartment in Glasgow is offered for just $19,000, despite being deemed uninhabitable. Years of abandonment have left its bedroom infested by a pigeon, drawing attention to its startling condition.
Urban Areas
A whirlwind day in New York City real estate saw 205 transactions totaling $470 million. An office building in Yorkville led the pack, selling for $64.1 million, reflecting the city’s ever-active property market.
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Carytown features as a prominent fixture in the RVA100 series—a project spotlighting the people, places, and objects that define the Richmond region. Published by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, this article offers snapshots of Carytown’s place in local history and culture, though the full story remains behind a paywall.
Urban Areas
As the MIT SPURS program nears its 60th year, leaders are refreshing its focus on emerging technologies and the policies guiding urban planning. Their goal is to prepare a new generation of experts to address the evolving needs of global cities.
Urban Areas
Chicago’s West Garfield Park celebrates a bold new wellness center that merges healthcare, recreation, and the arts to narrow the city’s alarming life-expectancy gap. The 60,000-square-foot facility, launched with substantial philanthropic support, stands as a beacon of hope and health along Madison Street.
Urban Areas
For more than a century, Daniel Burnham’s 1909 Plan of Chicago inspired bold transformation. Now, World Business Chicago continues that tradition through a design contest focused on imaginative urban solutions, including covering highways, redesigning alleys, and boosting recycling tourism.
Urban Areas
Amidst the dense neighborhoods of Ahmedabad, The Brick Veil House stands out with its layered architectural approach designed for seclusion and comfort. Using brick and exposed concrete, the home filters natural light, ventilation, and sound, offering a tranquil retreat from city life.
Urban Areas
Census data shows that Portland’s suburbs—like Gorham, Windham, and Scarborough—are growing faster than the city itself, reflecting a pattern seen across the United States. With development and housing prices influencing residential choices, Maine’s demographic landscape is evolving to favor areas beyond urban centers.
Suburban Communities
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Ann Arbor’s downtown is opening its doors to new businesses with 18 commercial spaces available. Rental rates begin at $20 per square foot annually, while high-value properties can demand millions, creating a diverse range of opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Urban Areas
A onetime Lincolnway Dental building in Dyer has officially hit the market. While details remain limited, this development highlights a potential shift in local business offerings and real estate opportunities in the region.
Suburban Communities
In Bardstown, Lynn and Connie Whiteman have entrusted their property in the Thoroughbred Acres Subdivision to the Whiteman Family Revocable Living Trust. This move, dated March 4, 2026, offers insight into how families can safeguard their estates for the future.
Suburban Communities