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ABOUT US

We're here to help you maintain, preserve and adapt your older home!


While your bungalow or older home has endured the test of time, you may be looking to repair elements that haven't held up or renovate areas that don't suit your modern lifestyle.

We are a non-profit delegate agency of the City of Chicago here to help our members:

  • Remedy common problems affecting older homes

  • Practically preserve your largest investment before damage occurs

  • Redesign your home to fit your style while maintaining its historic charm

  • Save money and extend the life of your home by making it energy efficient

Become a member for free to access these free resources
#ChicagoBungalow

Join our official discussion group on social media!

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Educational Seminars & Webinars

Get advice from professionals.

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Trusted Referrals

Here's who to call.

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Free Energy Saving Home Improvements

Free home energy upgrades!

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Design Guidelines

Do's, don'ts, and other ideas.

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Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Be awarded for your home improvement projects!

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Bungalow Garden Contest

The public votes for the best gardens!

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Maintenance 101 Guide

Free Download!

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Attention Real Estate Agents!

Certify your Chicago Bungalow listing for free!

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Our History

 

The Chicago Bungalow Association (CBA) was created in September 2000 by Mayor Richard M. Daley to ensure that the 80,000 one and one-half story homes that have been the foundation of family lives and neighborhoods for over 100 years would continue to do so for the next century. 

 

A Quarter Century of Empowering Homeowners - take a look back at how we've evolved as an organization:

© 2026 Chicago Bungalow Association
Chicago Bungalow Association is an Illinois nonprofit corporation exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3)

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