Leopardo Construction Breaks Ground on The Ave., a 52-Unit Affordable Housing Development in Chicago’s Humboldt Park

Leopardo Construction, in partnership with UJAMAA Construction, recently broke ground on The Ave., a 52-unit mixed-use affordable housing development located at 3601 W. Chicago Ave. in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood.

The May 16 groundbreaking ceremony was attended by key members of Leopardo’s construction team, representatives from UJAMAA, members of the Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) and its partner, KMW Communities, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, Congressman Danny Davis, and 27th Ward Alderman Walter Burnett Jr.

The four-story development will include one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments as well as a fitness center, bike room, indoor and outdoor community gathering spaces, onsite parking, and approximately 1,000 square feet of retail space.  

The Ave. will also support efforts to revitalize and strengthen the Humboldt Park community by bringing high-quality, affordable housing and amenities to an area in need of both.

“We’re proud to work alongside the City of Chicago, POAH, KMW Communities, and UJAMAA Construction to make this project a reality,” said Michael Mastin, Senior Vice President, Leopardo Construction. “The Ave. is about more than new construction. It’s about creating opportunities and supporting the long-term health of the community.”  

With a proven track record in delivering high-profile developments, Leopardo brings extensive expertise to affordable housing projects across the Chicago area and the Midwest. In addition to The Ave., Leopardo has served as general contractor on several significant projects including Sheffield of Lincoln Park, Prospect Senior Lofts, Canvas at Leland Plaza, and Encuentro Square.  

With construction on The Ave. beginning this spring, completion is anticipated in fall 2026.