Partner With Us

At Great States Development, we start with a simple question: Would we want to live here?

It’s common in our industry for a building to move from concept to construction with-out ever incorporating the perspective of the people who will call it home or the team who will manage it long after ribbon cutting day.

We approach the process differently. We take a resident-first approach. Every multi-family project begins with the understanding that we are not only developing an apartment building. We are creating homes for people.

Our goal is simple: create places where people want to live and treat them well.

The details matter. It’s things like layouts that feel intuitive and amenities that enhance daily life without feeling excessive or performative. If an outlet is in the wrong place, we move it. If a light switch doesn’t make sense when you walk into a room, we fix it.

If we can make something better for the person who will use it every day, we make it better.

That mindset carries beyond development and construction. It shows up in how our teams respond to maintenance requests. How we communicate. How we show up when something needs attention. We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. And when possible, we go a step further to delight the residents who trust us with their homes.

We are building more than a place for people to live. We are building communities designed around the people who choose to live there.

Our Experience

With over 5,000 apartment units and $1 billion in assets under management, we excel in identifying opportunities and transforming them into valuable investments. Our comprehensive approach covers every stage of the process, including:

Value Identification: Pinpointing opportunities with strong potential.
Feasibility Analysis: Ensuring projects align with market demands and financial goals.
Design & Entitlement: Crafting projects that integrate functionality and vision.
Leasing & Marketing: Securing tenants and promoting properties effectively.
Debt Placement: Structuring financial strategies for success.
Construction: Partnering with Great States Construction for best-in-class execution.
Management: Leveraging the expertise of Collective to optimize operations.

By maintaining a commitment to quality and efficiency, we deliver long-term investments that stand the test of time.

Our Values

Our core values—determination, dedication, teamwork, passion, and trust—guide every decision we make. We’re not just building projects; we’re creating aligned partnerships where each party shares in the success.

Our investors always come first, with our primary goal being a strong return on capital.

From landowners to property managers, our skilled team ensures competitive performance, enabling projects to achieve superior cash flow and profitability.

Partnership & Resources

We pride ourselves on creating aligned partnerships that bring together landowners, developers, contractors, investors, and property managers. Whether you need a partner to fill every role or simply provide support in key areas, we offer the flexibility to meet your needs.

As part of the Great States family, we leverage the expertise of our sister companies:

Great States Construction: Specialists in multi-family construction, delivering projects on time and within budget.
Collective: A premier property management company with a presence across the Midwest, ensuring properties are managed to the highest standards.

Together, we’ve built a proven system that drives success at every stage of the real estate lifecycle.

From concept to completion, we’re here to help you achieve your vision.