The Brief
- The historic Leahy Building in River North has been sold for just over $4 million.
- Developers plan to convert the building into a 70-unit apartment complex with new rooftop spaces and resident amenities.
- Sound Bar is expected to remain open for about eight more months before construction begins.
CHICAGO – The historic Leahy Building in Chicago’s River North neighborhood is set to be transformed into apartments, bringing an eventual end to Sound Bar’s run at the location.
Sound Bar building becoming apartments
The Leahy Building, best known as the home of Sound Bar, recently sold to a local real estate investment firm for just over $4 million.
Developers plan to convert the historic building into a 70-unit apartment complex.
The redevelopment plans include adding a two-story rooftop with private outdoor spaces and terraces for residents.
The building’s basement level, where Sound Bar currently operates, will be converted into resident amenities, including:
- A fitness center
- A resident’s lounge
- Co-working spaces
- Bike storage
Sound Bar has long been one of River North’s best-known nightlife destinations, hosting nationally and internationally recognized DJs and electronic music events over the years.…