Cook County Land Bank Authority

Cook County Land Bank Authority The Official page for the Cook County Land Bank Authority.

The purpose of Cook County Land Bank is not only to return vacant and foreclosed property back to active and reliable community assets, but also to be a catalyst to foster quality economic growth and developments that will provide long-term community stabilization, revitalization and preservation through comprehensive strategic planning.

We’re excited to welcome Jimmy Dover to the CCLBA Team as our newest Senior Property Acquisition Specialist! Jimmy bring...
06/01/2026

We’re excited to welcome Jimmy Dover to the CCLBA Team as our newest Senior Property Acquisition Specialist!

Jimmy brings 10 years of experience as a certified residential appraiser, a background as a licensed general contractor, and a decade of running his own real estate brokerage — meaning he knows Cook County real estate inside and out.

Before coming to CCLBA, Jimmy served eight years in the United States Navy Reserve, where he was honorably discharged. We’re proud to have a veteran on our team who continues to serve his community in a new way.

Welcome, Jimmy!

Developers in the South Suburbs, we have an opportunity for you! Join the Cook County Land Bank Authority for an open ho...
05/29/2026

Developers in the South Suburbs, we have an opportunity for you!

Join the Cook County Land Bank Authority for an open house in Olympia Fields. This 3.61-acre former medical office campus with B-3 Commercial Zoning could be your next project for $434,000. Whether you're envisioning retail, mixed-use, medical, or adaptive reuse, this high-traffic Lincoln Highway corridor property is ready for your vision. 🔑

📅 June 5th & 6th
🕙 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 2605 Lincoln Highway, Olympia Fields, IL 60461

Developers, investors, end-users, and community stakeholders are encouraged to attend. Visit cookcountylandbank.org to learn more.

Please say hello to Tanina “Nina” Rodriguez, the newest administrative assistant on the CCLBA team! 👋Nina brings a wealt...
05/28/2026

Please say hello to Tanina “Nina” Rodriguez, the newest administrative assistant on the CCLBA team! 👋

Nina brings a wealth of experience working in fast-paced, high-volume environments, including at the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office and as a legal secretary.

We’re excited to have her onboard as a key point of support for our team and office operations. Welcome, Nina!

05/26/2026

We loved connecting with community developers, neighbors, and business owners at our recent Working with the Cook County Land Bank Authority seminar at the UIC Student Center!

A special thank you to Commissioner Michael Scott, Jr., Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Sheryl Stewart-Caldwell of the Cook County Government Bureau of Economic Development, Manny Flores of SomerCor, Aloni Harris C3 Impact Fund, Chaston Montgomery of Community Investment Corporation, and James A. Norris of Chicago Community Loan Fund for joining us!

Missed this seminar but ready to get your next project started? Visit our website to discover available properties. https://bit.ly/4uOseiT

13 Years of Impact! 2,500 completed property transformations in Cook County! 🏡 In Garfield Park developer Luis Castro, C...
05/21/2026

13 Years of Impact! 2,500 completed property transformations in Cook County! 🏡

In Garfield Park developer Luis Castro, CEO of , didn’t build just one home. He’s transforming six vacant lots on the same block into new construction multi-family buildings, creating opportunities for families to become homeowners and neighbors. Three of the homeowners purchased their homes through CCLBA’s Purchase Assistance program, which stems from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s Equity Fund. Castro’s work on this block alone will generate up to $3.5 million in community wealth.

Together, we’re reclaiming vacant land, building generational wealth through homeownership, and revitalizing neighborhoods across Cook County.

Here’s to every family, every block, and every community who has been part of the journey to 2,500!

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Working with the Land Bank seminar, “Unlocking the Keys to Success,” focusin...
05/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Working with the Land Bank seminar, “Unlocking the Keys to Success,” focusing on vacant land and high-potential commercial properties! 🔑

The room was filled with nearly 250 developers, small business owners, and community members ready to invest in the future of Cook County and its residents.
We’re especially grateful to our developers and partners — , Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Sheryl Stewart-Caldwell of the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development, Manny Flores of , of C3 Impact Fund, Chaston Montgomery of , and James A. Norris of — for helping make the conversation actionable and connecting attendees directly to valuable financing resources. Thanks also to our panelists for sharing their Land Bank experience.

Missed the seminar? Stay tuned for our next one in August and don’t forget to check out our available properties at the link in our bio.

New properties available for purchase in North Lawndale, Austin, Garfield Park, Englewood, Grand Crossing, and Auburn Gr...
05/14/2026

New properties available for purchase in North Lawndale, Austin, Garfield Park, Englewood, Grand Crossing, and Auburn Gresham!

To see available parcels, visit https://bit.ly/4uOseiT and submit your offer by Thursday, May 21, 2026.

🔗 Check out our website for more available properties.

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Habitat for Humanity Chicago volunteers rolled up their sleeves in Austin, painting, flooring, cabinetry, landscaping on...
05/13/2026

Habitat for Humanity Chicago volunteers rolled up their sleeves in Austin, painting, flooring, cabinetry, landscaping on a new home. Best of all, they did this work alongside the first-time homeowners that will soon move in! 🏡

Eight once-vacant CCLBA lots are now becoming homes for Austin families through our partnership with By The Hand Club for Kids and Habitat for Humanity Chicago.

05/11/2026

Purchasing a property from the Cook County Land Bank Authority isn't your typical real estate transaction — and that's by design.

Whether you're a first-time developer or a seasoned pro, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

📩 Join us at our next seminar this Friday, May 15 at the UIC Student Center East, B/Foyer!

Register now: https://bit.ly/4uv8oJB

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69 W
Chicago, IL
60640

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
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