The numbers don't lie: The Maven is leasing up fast. We're only a few leases away from 100% occupancy. It's an accomplishment we are very proud of. But for residents, signing a lease is just the beginning. Moving in, day-to-day living, and the relationships built with building staff and neighbors is what makes residents want…
Aug
05
2026
Pop quiz: Which iconic Chicago nightclub calls the Leahy Building home? For more than two decades, Sound-Bar has been a staple of Chicago's nightlife scene. Next spring, we'll say goodbye to Sound-Bar and hello to a completely reimagined 226 W. Ontario. It's bittersweet, but projects like these breathe new life into buildings that have been…
Jul
30
2026
A few members of the Peak team headed to Wrigley Field earlier this month to connect with vendors, meet fellow multifamily operators, and meet…Cubs players!? What a memorable event! We Chicago and all the awesome things it has to offer. Now back to work!
Jul
28
2026
Disciplined leasing execution by Cross Street, strategic market timing, and an exceptional on-site team have driven impressive results at The Maven. Before the property officially opened, 85% of its units were pre-leased. By June, occupancy had climbed to 93%; an average of roughly 25 move-ins per month and minimal vacancy just one month after opening. …
Jul
22
2026
Our team had a fantastic time at the Chicagoland Apartment Association golf outing, connecting with industry partners, building new relationships, and enjoying a day dedicated to collaboration both on and off the course. We always appreciate opportunities to engage with our multifamily network and strengthen the partnerships that make our industry thrive.
Jul
18
2026
The team headed to Pilot Project Brewing for our quarterly Town Hall. The numbers: 20+ new team members joined us (the mustard-over-ketchup contingent is winning, for the record), 11,000+ maintenance orders completed in Q2, and 2,000+ residents welcomed into the Peak community. Internally, we celebrated multiple promotions, the property management is crushing this leasing cycle,…
Jul
12
2026
There's always something special about a property changing hands and the new ownership choosing to keep Peak Properties as its management partner. It's a vote of confidence we don't take for granted. This Rogers Park center-entrance gem is a favorite. Just one block from the beach and less than three miles from Northwestern's main campus,…
Jul
10
2026
We just welcomed this Lincoln Park beauty to our management portfolio. Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street, residents get the best of both worlds: neighborhood charm and the energy of Lincoln Park just one block away (seriously, one block). Following a complete gut renovation, this property offers modern apartment living in one of Chicago's…
Jun
30
2026
What happens when you attend a multifamily conference? You network with industry leaders. You discover new technology. You bring back fresh ideas. …And apparently, you meet celebrities. Our Director of Technology, Courtney Sendzimer, represented Peak Properties at this year's Apartmentalize Conference in New Orleans, connecting with multifamily professionals, exploring the latest innovations, and bringing valuable…
Jun
25
2026
You say Hyde Park, we come running. We're excited to welcome another beautiful property to the Peak Properties management portfolio. This 43-unit building is perfectly situated just half a block from Hyde Park Boulevard and less than a mile from the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry, 57th Street Beach, CTA access,…
