Jackson Square

At East Lake Management, we have been dedicated to developing, managing, leasing, and investing in real estate for over 35 years. Our founder, Elzie Higginbottom, established the firm with the belief that ideas created through interpretive frameworks are the foundation in which value is created. We owe our success to our high morals, strong and diverse team, and strategic relationships that have allowed us to transform communities. As a minority-owned business, we take pride in our 0% minority ownership and over 35 years of service. Our extensive track record in developing multi-family residential, retail, office, and industrial real estate has led us to manage over 10,000 residential units and more than 30 commercial properties.

Our Services

At East Lake Management, we offer a wide range of services that cater to the unique needs of our clients. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to providing end-to-end property management services that deliver value to owners, tenants, and neighborhoods.

Development

We have an extensive track record of developing multi-family residential, retail, office, and industrial real estate. Our core capabilities consist of site analysis and acquisition, budget projections and financial analysis, finance packaging, design oversight, marketing, and leasing. Our team has developed and acquired thousands of units of affordable multifamily housing and has built an expertise in the financial and policy-related complexities of that property type.

Management

With a portfolio of over 10,000 residential units and more than 30 commercial properties, East Lake is one of the largest property management firms in the Midwest. Our management mission is to deliver value to owners, to tenants, and to neighborhoods. We focus on quality of life, financial performance, physical condition, transparent reporting and regulatory compliance. We have a complete team of qualified management professionals committed to providing end-to-end property management services including financial systems, physical systems, compliance, leasing, and quality control.

Residential Management

East Lake manages a significant residential portfolio of market rate, subsidized, and mixed-use properties, for both families and seniors. We aim to deliver a consistent level of service across our portfolio while recognizing the unique needs and characteristics of each individual property.

Affordable Housing

We specialize in the management of affordable housing where we successfully navigate the complex compliance environment to provide quality housing for low-income residents.

Commercial Management

East Lake manages commercial and institutional facilities. These properties include retail, office buildings, industrial, and mixed-use facilities. We generate value by bridging creative leasing and financing strategies to bring critically needed services, businesses, and opportunities to neighborhoods.

At East Lake Management, we are committed to bringing value to people and communities. Through strategic collaboration with communities, we continue to create properties that residents and businesses are proud to live and work in. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you.