Investor Profile - IL
Chris Ilekis
Chris Ilekis is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 114 properties held through 44 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Lakeside Bank, Associated Bank, and Pan American Bank & Trust.
Chris's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $85.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 77 mortgage filings and 114 properties held through 44 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in commercial and residential assets recorded between 2015 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60515, 60542, 60188, 60647, and 60609
Most activity in CHICAGO, DOWNERS GROVE, NORTH AURORA, NAPERVILLE, and CAROL STREAM.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (44)
IL · 2 properties · 9 mortgages
IL · 4 properties · 4 mortgages
+42 more entities not shown
Mortgages (77)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | $4.4M | Open | Lakeside Bank | SC LANDMAN LLC | 4051 E MAIN ST, SAINT CHARLES, IL 60174 |
| 09/23/2025 | $1.6M | Open | Lakeside Bank | 17601 S HALSTED ST LLC | 17601 HALSTED ST, HOMEWOOD, IL 60430 |
+75 more not shown
Owned Properties (114)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7402 W 159TH ST, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 | 7402 W 159TH ST LLC | Sold | $1.3M |
| 17601 HALSTED ST, HOMEWOOD, IL 60430 | 17601 S HALSTED ST LLC | Owns - 8 mos | $1.8M |
+112 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in commercial, residential, and exempt properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Chris Ilekis associated with?
Chris Ilekis is associated with 44 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include VEQUITY LLC, VEQUITY LLC SERIES XVII DOWNERS OGDEN, 1801 N CLYBOURN LLC, 1894 LLC, and 3798 S WESTERN LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 114 properties are associated with Chris Ilekis and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Chris Ilekis to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Lakeside Bank, Associated Bank, and Pan American Bank & Trust, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2026, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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