Chicago 1031 Exchange Experts
Nationwide replacement property identification with disciplined 45 day and 180 day tracking so your exchange stays compliant, funded, and audit ready.
45 Day identification. 180 Day closing. We help you stay compliant.
Our exchange desk provides daily deadline monitoring, tax coordination, and structured communication across your CPA, attorney, and qualified intermediary.
Nationwide Coverage
Why Choose 1031 Exchange of Chicago
Experienced advisors, disciplined processes, and a nationwide property identification network deliver confidence for Midwest investors managing strict deadlines.
Nationwide Identification Network
We maintain trusted channels across all major U.S. markets to surface compliant replacement properties within hours.
Learn moreCurated Asset Classes
Dedicated analysts vet NNN, multifamily, and industrial offerings for stabilized income, debt profiles, and sponsor strength.
Learn moreIllinois Tax Awareness
Our team coordinates with Illinois and Chicago advisors to anticipate transfer taxes, local filings, and state reporting.
Learn moreQualified Intermediary Workflows
We align attorneys, intermediaries, escrow officers, and lenders so each closing milestone is documented and audit ready.
Learn moreTimeline Discipline
45 day identification and 180 day closing calendars are tracked daily with shared dashboards and compliance alerts.
Learn moreA 1031 exchange defers federal and Illinois income tax on qualifying real property. It does not remove state or city transfer taxes. Review Illinois Transfer Tax and Chicago Real Property Transfer Tax.
How a 1031 Exchange Works
Understand each milestone, coordinate with experienced professionals, and document every step for compliance.
Sell the Relinquished Property
Execute your sale, assign the contract to the qualified intermediary, and fund the exchange escrow.
Learn moreIdentify Replacement Properties within 45 Days
Submit written identification under the three property, 200 percent, or 95 percent rules.
Close on the New Property within 180 Days
Complete due diligence, coordinate financing, and finalize closing before the 180 day deadline.
Inventory Spotlight
Preview current demand across asset classes. Inventory updates daily with underwriting notes, rent rolls, and sponsor documentation available upon request.
Net Lease Portfolio
Credit NNN portfolios across Sunbelt and Midwest markets with average 12 year weighted lease terms and 2 percent escalations.
Browse NNN InventoryMultifamily Exchanges
Class A and Class B communities with stabilized occupancy, professional management, and assumable agency financing.
Browse Multifamily InventoryIndustrial Opportunities
Distribution and light manufacturing assets near intermodal hubs with institutional sponsorship and long term leases.
See All InventoryDST or TIC interests may involve securities. We do not sell securities. We provide introductions to licensed providers only.
Services Preview
Structured engagements guide you from initial consultation through exchange completion with transparent project management and documentation.
Property Identification Concierge
White glove outreach to sponsors, brokers, and developers to secure vetted replacement options.
Learn moreNationwide Inventory Sourcing
Dedicated research team scanning triple net, multifamily, and specialty assets across all major metros.
Learn moreForward Exchange Planning
Plan and document your forward exchange from relinquished sale through qualified intermediary funding.
Learn moreReverse Exchange Planning
Coordinate parking arrangements, financing, and holding entities when you must acquire before selling.
Learn moreImprovement Exchange
Structure construction proceeds and escrow controls for build-to-suit or value-add strategies within IRS rules.
Learn moreIdentification Rules Consultation
Clarify three property, 200 percent, and 95 percent identification strategies with written compliance memos.
Learn moreTimeline Management
Maintain daily awareness of the 45 and 180 day milestones with automated reminders and stakeholder updates.
Learn moreQualified Intermediary Coordination
Introduce experienced QIs, review exchange agreements, and align wiring instructions for each closing stage.
Learn moreProperty Types
Evaluate property classes that align with your income targets, risk tolerance, and geographic strategy. Each option includes underwriting summaries and market data.
NNN
Long-term net leases with investment grade tenants and predictable cash flow profiles.
Explore NNN
Multifamily
Stabilized or value-add communities positioned for renter demand in growing metros.
Explore Multifamily
Industrial
Logistics, distribution, and manufacturing assets with strong regional employer anchors.
Explore Industrial
Self Storage
Recession resilient assets with automated operations and diversified tenant bases.
Explore Self Storage
Medical Office
Healthcare-tenanted properties with credit-backed leases and demographic tailwinds.
Explore Medical Office
Mixed Use
Urban infill assets balancing residential, retail, and office revenue streams.
Explore Mixed Use
Land
Strategic parcels ready for development, assemblage, or build-to-suit agreements.
Explore LandChicago Coverage with Nationwide Reach
We manage exchanges for investors across the Chicago metropolitan area while sourcing replacement properties nationwide. Local insight pairs with nationwide relationships to keep every exchange compliant.
1031 Exchange Tools
Use our interactive tools to calculate boot, estimate exchange costs, and validate identification rules for your 1031 exchange.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straightforward answers help you prepare documentation, align advisors, and keep every decision compliant with IRS guidelines.
What are the 45 day and 180 day rules for a 1031 exchange?
What qualifies as like kind real property?
What is boot and how is it taxed?
How do Illinois and Chicago transfer taxes apply in a 1031 exchange?
Can I perform a reverse exchange?
How do I report the exchange on IRS Form 8824?
Start Your 1031 Exchange Plan
Provide your transaction details so we can coordinate with qualified intermediaries, attorneys, and national property sponsors. Every inquiry receives a tailored action plan within one business day.
Office and Contact
1031 Exchange of Chicago
1755 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Mon–Fri 9am–6pm CT
Ready to Get Started?
Contact our team to discuss your 1031 exchange needs in Chicago, IL. We'll help you navigate the 45-day identification deadline and 180-day closing requirement.