New Homes Coming to Archer Heights: Two Single-Family Houses Permitted on Long-Vacant Ridgeway Lot

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Archer Heights · March 1, 2026

Good news for Archer Heights: a long-vacant corner lot in the heart of the neighborhood is finally getting new life. Just this week, two building permits were issued for the 4800 block of South Ridgeway Avenue, paving the way for a pair of brand-new single-family homes to rise on a parcel that has sat empty for years.

Palos Hills-based developer A & SL Construction — working once again with architect Peter Sterniuk, a duo with a strong track record of quality residential projects on Chicago's Southwest Side — received the permits on February 17 and February 24, respectively. Each permit calls for a two-story structure, with a reported construction cost of $350,000 per home. The development will bring fresh owner-occupied housing stock to a block that's conveniently located just two blocks from CTA's #62 bus on South Archer Avenue and within easy reach of the Pulaski Orange Line station — making it an attractive landing spot for families and commuters alike.

New residential construction on previously vacant land is a meaningful sign of investment in Archer Heights, reflecting the neighborhood's steady appeal and strong community character. Residents curious about the development can keep an eye on the 4847–4851 South Ridgeway Avenue block as construction gets underway in the coming months — a tangible reminder that Archer Heights continues to grow and thrive.

Sources:
1. https://chicagoyimby.com/2026/02/corner-lot-at-49th-and-ridgeway-in-archer-heights-permitted-for-two-single-family-homes.html