Investor Profile - IL
John Downes
John Downes is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 57 properties held through 10 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Forest Park Bank, FOREST PARK NATL BANK AND TR, and Forest Park Bank.
John's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $15.8M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 56 mortgage filings and 57 properties held through 10 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2015 and 2026.
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60657, 60622, 60647, 60612, and 60618
Most activity in CHICAGO, PARK RIDGE, WESTCHESTER, DES PLAINES, and NILES.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (10)
IL · 9 properties · 41 mortgages
IL · 5 properties · 12 mortgages
+8 more entities not shown
Mortgages (56)
Top Lenders
$7.7M · 9 loans
$3.2M · 6 loans
$2.7M · 2 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2026 | $1.4M | Open | Forest Park Bank | JOHN DOWNES CONSTRUCTION INC | 4616 N CLAREMONT AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60625 |
| 01/20/2026 | $465k | Open | FOREST PARK NATL BANK AND TR | JOHN DOWNES CONSTRUCTION INC | 1811 W SUPERIOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60622 |
+54 more not shown
Owned Properties (57)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1811 W SUPERIOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60622 | JOHN DOWNES CONSTRUCTION INC | Owns - 4 mos | $620k |
| 2036 W ERIE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612 | JOHN DOWNES CONSTRUCTION IN | Owns - 13 mos | $1.2M |
+55 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and exempt properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is John Downes associated with?
John Downes is associated with 10 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include JOHN DOWNES CONSTRUCTION INC, TULLAMORE DEVELOPMENT LLC, JOHN DOWNES CONTRUCTION INC, JUAN DOWNES CONSTRUCTION INC, and TULAN ORE DEVELOPMENT LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 57 properties are associated with John Downes and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting John Downes to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Forest Park Bank, FOREST PARK NATL BANK AND TR, and Forest Park Bank, 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 2026.
How is associated activity determined?
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