Investor profile - IL
Julia Chen
Julia Chen is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 7 properties held through 7 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Cathay Bank.
Julia's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $15.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 10 mortgage filings and 7 properties held through 7 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in commercial and multifamily assets recorded between 2018 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60616, 60608, 60069, and 60559
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHICAGO, WESTMONT, and LINCOLNSHIRE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (7)
IL · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
IL · 24 properties · 2 mortgages
IL · 2 properties · 2 mortgages
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Mortgages (10)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2025 | $2.1M | Open | Cathay Bank | 475 PROPERTY INVESTMENT LLC | 475 MILWAUKEE AVE, LINCOLNSHIRE, IL 60069 |
| 11/07/2025 | $2.0M | Open | Cathay Bank | 475 PROPERTY INVESTMENT LLC | 475 MILWAUKEE AVE, LINCOLNSHIRE, IL 60069 |
| 08/20/2025 | $1.7M | Open | Cathay Bank | J & A CHEN INVESTMENTS LLC | - |
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Owned Properties (7)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 475 MILWAUKEE AVE, LINCOLNSHIRE, IL 60069 | 475 PROPERTY INVESTMENT LLC | Owns - 2 mos | $3.1M |
| 2710 S POPLAR AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60608 | JJJ INVESTMENT GROUP LLC | Owns - 9 mos | $18k |
| 216 W 23RD ST, CHICAGO, IL 60616 | JJJ INVESTMENT GROUP LLC | Owns - 18 mos | $850k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in commercial, multifamily, and industrial properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Julia Chen associated with?
Julia Chen is associated with 7 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include J & A CHEN INVESTMENTS LLC, JJJ INVESTMENT GROUP LLC, 475 PROPERTY INVESTMENT LLC, 2727 PROPERTY LLC, and 2411 WALLACE PROPERTY LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 7 properties are associated with Julia Chen and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Julia Chen to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Cathay Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2018 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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