Audacy Sold Chicago Station Site for $29.3 Million
Audacy has relocated radio stations WSCR and WBBM following the sale of the former transmission site to Prologis.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Commercial
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Audacy finalized the sale of a 25.72-acre Chicago radio station site to Prologis for $29.3 million. The transaction necessitated the relocation of broadcast operations for stations WSCR and WBBM.
Why it matters
The sale clears the way for the redevelopment of a large industrial property in the Chicago area. The radio stations successfully transitioned to a new transmission site to maintain their broadcast signals.
The property sale involved 25.72 acres of land that previously supported WSCR, WBBM, and WLEY-FM. WSCR continues to broadcast at 50kW, while WBBM operates at 45kW during the day and 43kW at night.
The players
Audacy
A major multi-platform audio company that owns and operates national radio networks and local stations.
Prologis
A global leader in logistics real estate that specializes in the development and management of industrial warehouse properties.
The details
The stations moved their operations to a transmission site originally vacated by WYLL in 2007. The broadcast setup uses one of two towers at the new location, building on a technical infrastructure established when WBBM began diplexing with WSCR in 2019. The land transfer was managed through Audacy Atlas LLC.
Timeline
2007: WYLL vacated its nighttime array at the current site.
2019: WBBM began diplexing with WSCR.
July 2024: The station relocation was originally proposed.
September 22, 2026: The move was completed.
The Home Front
This transaction reflects the continuing demand for large-scale industrial parcels in metropolitan areas. It follows a broader national trend where broadcasters monetize transmission land to facilitate logistics redevelopment.
Listeners in the Chicago area should ensure their radio tuners are locked to the standard frequencies for WSCR and WBBM. If reception issues occur following this move, verify your antenna connection or contact your local electronics professional for signal optimization.
The takeaway
Large industrial site redevelopments often reshape the physical landscape of local business sectors. Residents should note that station technical shifts are generally managed by engineers, requiring no action beyond periodic radio retuning.
Further reading
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