Investor Profile - IL
Thomas Bretz
Thomas Bretz is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 131 properties held through 35 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Amalgamated Bank of Chicago, SMC BC, and Marquette Bank.
Thomas's Activity
As of May 2026, public records show approximately $45.2M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 44 mortgage filings and 131 properties held through 35 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and commercial assets recorded between 2015 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60453, 60706, 60089, 60646, and 60462
Most activity in OAK LAWN, NORRIDGE, CHICAGO, BUFFALO GROVE, and ORLAND PARK.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (35)
IL · 27 properties · 5 mortgages
IL · 1 property · 3 mortgages
+33 more entities not shown
Mortgages (44)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 | $5.5M | Open | SMC BC | EP 4700 N RACINE LLC | 4700 N RACINE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60640 |
| 03/24/2021 | $5.3M | Closed | First Bank of Highland Park | EP 4700 N RACINE LLC | 4700 N RACINE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60640 |
+42 more not shown
Owned Properties (131)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4257 N SACRAMENTO AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60618 | EP 4257 N SACRAMENTO LLC | Sold | $915k |
| 1341 W FOSTER AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60640 | EP 1341 W FOSTER LLC | Sold | $675k |
+129 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and commercial properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Thomas Bretz associated with?
Thomas Bretz is associated with 35 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include AMALGAMATED BANK OF CHICAGO, EP 4700 N RACINE LLC, 435 N LASALLE LLC, EP SEF III ORLAND PARK LLC, and EP SFR II LLC 3401 B SERIES.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 131 properties are associated with Thomas Bretz and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Thomas Bretz to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Amalgamated Bank of Chicago, SMC BC, and Marquette Bank, 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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