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Citigroup Adds to High Office Vacancy Rates in Chicago

The move is contributing to the broader trend of companies downsizing their office footprints in the Chicago metro area.

Dominic CatacorabyDominic Catacora
August 14, 2023
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Citigroup is greatly reducing its Chicago office space, opting to relocate from a 146,000-square-foot property in Elk Grove Village to a 49,400-square-foot space at the Schaumburg Corporate Center, according to The Real Deal. The move is contributing to the broader trend of companies downsizing their office footprints in the Chicago metro area. The decision comes as many businesses adjust to hybrid working models that allow employees to work remotely for portions of the week.  

Why it matters:  

Citigroup’s downsizing reflects a wider trend in the corporate world brought about by the widespread adoption of remote and hybrid work environments. As businesses reevaluate their need for large office spaces, the commercial real estate market in areas like suburban Chicago experiences increased vacancy rates and financial challenges. While some developers like Glenstar have reportedly adapted to these trends by offering modernized office spaces, many properties face the risk of loan defaults. 

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How it’ll impact the future:    

Hybrid working models and the reduction in office footprints are indicative of a more desirable flexibility among employees in the workforce. Employees will likely benefit from greater work-life balance and reduced commute times as more companies adopt hybrid policies.  

Companies can potentially save on overheads related to large office spaces. However, the changing dynamics could lead to an uneven recovery in commercial real estate markets, where only the commercial properties that adapt to the new demands in the workforce will thrive. This might also influence urban development strategies and alter the traditional business districts as we know them.

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Dominic Catacora is a Staff Writer for Allwork.space. He is based in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies - Journalism. He has previously covered the Historic Triangle as a journalist living in Williamsburg, Va, and is now focused on writing related to the future of work.

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