This 83-year-old Chicago senior has lived in South Shore for 50 years – now she keeps getting offers to buy her home ‘as is.’ Why outside investors are gobbling up properties in the area

While we adhere to strict editorial guidelines, partners on this page may provide us earnings. The Chicago community of South Shore looks different today than when Arlean Pleasant, an 83-year-old resident, was raising her children. The once family-oriented community is now increasingly being targeted by investors eager to buy properties – including hers.

Story continues