The Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago has become subject to increasing gentrification in the past three decades. El Paseo garden, founded in 2009 and located between Cullerton St and 21st …

Jul 25, 2024 · At 58 years old, Sandoval was born and raised in Pilsen and has lived there her entire life. But in recent years, she has seen her taxes increase dramatically. This situation, …

Mar 12, 2025 · TIF opposers say the expansion could contribute to further gentrification and increased property taxes, thus forcing out long-standing Latino residents in Pilsen.

May 15, 2023 · Census tracts in the Eastern edge of Pilsen/East Pilsen had the lowest under age 18 population losses suggesting their elevated levels of gentrification prior to 2000.

Apr 24, 2025 · When asked if this trend in the rising cost of living and gentrification in Pilsen will continue, he says that it is to be expected because of how valued Pilsen is seen. This …

Sep 26, 2024 · The proposed expansion of the Pilsen tax increment financing (TIF) district has been nothing short of divisive. The controversial proposal has been shelved until next month …

Apr 25, 2024 · For decades there has been pushback against gentrification from Pilsen residents and their communities. Beginning in the 1970s and 80s, Pilsen residents have organized …

Dec 1, 2019 · During 2018, the city of Chicago proposed several initiatives to ease the rapid cycle of gentrification in Pilsen and preserve its cultural character. One such initiative, the Pilsen and …

May 22, 2024 · Gentrification has already pushed property taxes in Pilsen and Heart of Chicago, two neighborhoods on the Lower West Side, up in recent years—and now, residents are …

Apr 8, 2024 · As a result, community leaders are seeking expansion of the more than 25-year-old Pilsen Industrial Corridor TIF district to build affordable housing and provide resources to small …