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Green City Market Secures Permanent Home to Boost Food Access

1/23/2026

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Green City Market in Chicago secured its first permanent location at 2457 W. Montrose Ave., buying a 4,872-square-foot building for $899,000.
The nonprofit plans to host year-round farmers markets and aims to open the space this year.
The site will be accessible by public transport and include a greenhouse and kitchen for cooking classes.
Executive Director Letisha Steele emphasized that improving food access will help residents amid potential SNAP cuts.

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Green City Market in Chicago secured its first permanent location at 2457 W. Montrose Ave., buying a 4,872-square-foot building for $899,000.
The nonprofit plans to host year-round farmers markets and aims to open the space this year.
The site will be accessible by public transport and include a greenhouse and kitchen for cooking classes.
Executive Director Letisha Steele emphasized that improving food access will help residents amid potential SNAP cuts.