Investor profile - IL
Gary Kass
Gary Kass is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 10 properties held through 21 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Wintrust Bank, and First Eagle Bank.
Gary's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $48.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 28 mortgage filings and 10 properties held through 21 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in multifamily and residential assets recorded between 2015 and 2024.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60657, 60035, 60622, 60302, and 60613
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHICAGO, HIGHLAND PARK, and OAK PARK.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (21)
IL · 0 properties · 4 mortgages
IL · 0 properties · 4 mortgages
IL · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
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Mortgages (28)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2024 | $1.7M | Open | First Eagle Bank | 1801 BYRON LLC | 1801 W BYRON ST, CHICAGO, IL 60613 |
| 04/19/2024 | $1.1M | Open | JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 2856 N TALMAN LLC | 2637 W GEORGE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60618 |
| 03/14/2024 | $4.2M | Open | Wintrust Bank | 2341 JANSSEN LLC | 1833 DEERFIELD RD, HIGHLAND PARK, IL 60035 |
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Owned Properties (10)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 414 MADISON ST, OAK PARK, IL 60302 | 414 MADISON LLC | Owns - 2.7 yrs | $10 |
| 1021 N LEAVITT ST, CHICAGO, IL 60622 | LEAVITT HALFWAY INN LLC | Owns - 9.7 yrs | $10 |
| 1501 N BELL AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60622 | MASTER BAITER LLC | Owns - 9.9 yrs | $10 |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in multifamily, residential, and commercial properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Gary Kass associated with?
Gary Kass is associated with 21 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include WILBEL LLC, GKASS CO LLC, 1801 BYRON LLC, 2856 N TALMAN LLC, and 3426 N SOUTHPORT LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 10 properties are associated with Gary Kass and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Gary Kass to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Wintrust Bank, and First Eagle Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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