Investor profile - IL
James Drew
James Drew is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 1 properties held through 4 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Belmont Bank & Trust, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, and GreenState Credit Union.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $11.9M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 5 mortgage filings and 1 properties held through 4 holding companies. Activity appears recorded between 2015 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60641
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHICAGO.
Associated Entities (4)
IL · 4 properties · 12 mortgages
IL · 1 property · 2 mortgages
IL · 1 property · 1 mortgage
+1 more not shown
Mortgages (5)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2025 | $464k | Open | GreenState Credit Union | 4224 N MILWAUKEE LLC | 4224 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60641 |
| 09/15/2023 | $5.2M | Open | Heartland Bank and Trust Company | CLINTONLAKE LLC | 211 N CLINTON ST, CHICAGO, IL 60661 2N |
| 01/04/2023 | $2.0M | Closed | Heartland Bank and Trust Company | HARRISON PEORIA LLC | 505 S FRANCISCO AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60612 |
+2 more not shown
Owned Properties (1)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4224 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60641 | 4224 N MILWAUKEE LLC | Owns - 5 mos | $10 |
+0 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is James Drew associated with?
James Drew is associated with 4 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include HARRISON PEORIA LLC, JFA REAL ESTATE LLC, CLINTONLAKE LLC, and 4224 N MILWAUKEE LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 1 properties are associated with James Drew and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Drew to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Belmont Bank & Trust, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, and GreenState Credit Union, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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