Our Capital Projects team is a mighty one—and at the helm is none other than Andre Shakom. Andre is our go-to for everything from emergency repairs to thoughtful capital improvements and preventive maintenance. From large-scale masonry work to basement repurposing, Andre manages each project from the first quote to the final walkthrough. When…
Earlier this month, several members of our team laced up their running shoes for the Santa Hustle 5K here in Chicago – all in support of Cal's Angels, a pediatric cancer foundation dedicated to granting wishes, raising awareness, and funding critical research for Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. We love seeing…
Happy Holidays from Peak Properties! We closed out the year at Eden with great food, festive drinks, and a whole lot of fun with the people who make this team so special. Luckily for us, a great meal is never far from the office with Eden as our neighbor. This (and every) holiday season, we're…
> This month, we're spotlighting (and celebrating) someone who has played a major role in shaping Peak Properties over the past decade and a half: Cory Eisenstein, our Vice President of Property Management. Cory is officially celebrating his 15th year with Peak; an incredible milestone that reflects not only his dedication, but…
Our team had a great time at this year’s Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago Forum! Update Peak Properties and Cross Street team members attended the annual event, connecting with clients, partners, and industry peers; and heard from insightful panelists about the ever-changing Real Estate landscape. We’re proud to sponsor events like these — they remind…
Say hello to Courtney (Denton) Sendzimer! Courtney is our Director of Technology here at Peak, and when it comes to systems, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a serious knack for problem-solving. We like to say she speaks Yardi… because, well, she really does! Courtney plays a key role in optimizing our tech stack…
Last Wednesday, industry leaders from across the Midwest came together to share insights on two key drivers shaping the future of property management: resident retention and thoughtful investment. One of the biggest takeaways was how quickly resident expectations are evolving—renewals, communication preferences, lifestyle needs, and the importance of modern, responsive management. Bisnow's panel also highlighted broader…
Join us in celebrating Peak Properties founder Mike Zucker, newly inducted into the REjournals Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame. Mike has always believed real estate is about people. He has built lasting relationships with residents, clients, and partners; and his work has created opportunities and communities across Chicago and beyond. Read Mike's full spotlight…
“Our office isn’t pet friendly.” Well, here at Peak, we can’t relate. We actually encourage pets… pet rocks, that is. The Pet Rocks Workshop made its grand return this week, and our team went all out. These fun, low-maintenance pals make the perfect desk accessory, whether you need a new office mascot, paperweight, or just…
On Thursday, the Cross Street and Peak teams came together for our quarterly town hall to dive into all-things-operations, celebrate milestones, and hear directly from leadership about upcoming changes, market trends, and what’s ahead for our business. Town halls are also a chance to welcome new employees and settle the age-old debate: ketchup or mustard?…
