Investor profile - IL
Michael Motew
Michael Motew is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 61 properties held through 89 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include CBRE Capital Markets, Lakeside Bank, and Libertyville Bank & Trust.
Michael's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $194.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 140 mortgage filings and 61 properties held through 89 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in multifamily and residential assets recorded between 2015 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60642, 60622, 60647, 60614, and 60613
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHICAGO, ANTIOCH, LAKE BLUFF, and GLENCOE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (89)
IL · 3 properties · 6 mortgages
IL · 2 properties · 3 mortgages
IL · 5 properties · 3 mortgages
+86 more not shown
Mortgages (140)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 | $4.6M | Open | First Bank of Highland Park | 1432 N HOYNE LLC | 1432 N HOYNE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60622 |
| 06/10/2025 | $2.9M | Open | Lakeside Bank | MO2 EVERGREEN LLC | 1322 N HOYNE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60622 |
| 04/16/2025 | $456k | Open | Libertyville Bank & Trust | KJS INVESTMENTS LLC | 665 PINE CT, LAKE BLUFF, IL 60044 |
+137 more not shown
Owned Properties (61)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1432 N HOYNE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60622 | 1432 N HOYNE LLC | Owns - 5 mos | $10 |
| 665 PINE CT, LAKE BLUFF, IL 60044 | KJS INVESTMENTS LLC | Owns - 8 mos | $608k |
| 2625 N TALMAN AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60647 | 2625 27 N TALMAN LLC | Owns - 10 mos | $0 |
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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 Michael Motew associated with?
Michael Motew is associated with 89 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include 944 954 WEST GRACE LLC, 1812 W CORTLAND LLC, KJS INVESTMENTS LLC, 818 N OAKLEY LLC, and 850 WEST NEWPORT LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 61 properties are associated with Michael Motew and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Michael Motew to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references CBRE Capital Markets, Lakeside Bank, and Libertyville Bank & Trust, 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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