The crimes happened on the city's Northwest Side in the afternoon.
Chicago police said the burglars forced their way into the houses through a side door.
Burglars took money, jewelry and any items of value. In one instance, the burglars took an entire safe.
They were seen driving off in a 2005 Silver GMC Savana Van with Illinois registration plates 102028PV. Police said the van has a "huge dent" on the rear.
The crimes happened at the following locations:
-1800-block of West Dickens Avenue on Oct. 2 at 03:25 p.m.
-2200-block of North Leavitt St on Oct. 2 at 03:55 p.m.
-2000-block of West Churchill St on Oct. 4 at 03:30 p.m.
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