Investor profile - IL
James Grusecki
James Grusecki is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 4 properties held through 27 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include JACKSON NATL LIFE INSURANCE, Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A., and BUFFALO GROVE COMMERCE COURT.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $653.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 45 mortgage filings and 4 properties held through 27 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in industrial assets recorded between 2010 and 2022.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60124, 60173, 60449, and 60451
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in MONEE, ELGIN, SCHAUMBURG, and NEW LENOX.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (27)
IL · 0 properties · 11 mortgages
IL · 0 properties · 9 mortgages
IL · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
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Mortgages (45)
Top Lenders
$283.2M · 5 loans
$278.3M · 15 loans
$56.6M · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2022 | $27.0M | Open | Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A. | WHITE OAK CIRCLE LLC | DIEHL RD, AURORA, IL 60502 |
| 12/21/2022 | $27.0M | Open | Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A. | NORTHERN EQUITIES LLC | 311 GILMAN AVE, WHEELING, IL 60090 |
| 12/21/2022 | $27.0M | Open | Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A. | NORTHERN EQUITIES LLC | 9509 FOSTER AVE, SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176 |
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Owned Properties (4)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2301 W HAVEN AVE, NEW LENOX, IL 60451 | CHERRY HILL FIFTEEN LLC | Owns - 7.0 yrs | $0 |
| 6053 W INDUSTRIAL DR, MONEE, IL 60449 | WILKENS PROPERTY LLC | Owns - 7.0 yrs | $925k |
| 2801 ALFT LN, ELGIN, IL 60124 | FOX RIVER WEST TWO LLC | Sold | $3.2M |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in industrial properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is James Grusecki associated with?
James Grusecki is associated with 27 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include NORTHERN EQUITIES LLC, CHERRY HILL FOUR LLC, BATAVIA PIERSON VENTURE LLC, FOX RIVER BUSINESS LAND LLC, and WHITE OAK CIRCLE LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 4 properties are associated with James Grusecki and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Grusecki to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references JACKSON NATL LIFE INSURANCE, Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A., and BUFFALO GROVE COMMERCE COURT, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2010 through 2022, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2022.
How is associated activity determined?
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