Another longtime Magnificent Mile stalwart is leaving the building, in a move that could push retail vacancy along the famed shopping street north of 30%. Banana Republic will close the store it operated at 744 North Michigan Ave. for about 25 years, Crain’s Chicago Business reported, joining the flight of retailers who have abandoned the area since the onset of the pandemic.
The 39K SF property is now being marketed by JLL, which confirmed the apparel chain had decided not to renew its lease.Banana Republic’s departure follows those of other big-name retailers like Macy’s, Uniqlo and Read the full story here. |