Continental Properties Breaks Ground on Lake Cook Crossing: 254-Home Transit-Oriented Community in Deerfield, Illinois

Deerfield, Ill. — Continental Properties is thrilled to announce the groundbreaking of Lake Cook Crossing, a new transit-oriented apartment community featuring 254 homes. Located at the southwest corner of Waukegan Road and Lake Cook Road, this thoughtfully designed three-story community will offer a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. 

“At Lake Cook Crossing, our focus is on creating a resident-centered community that truly enhances their living experience,” said Heather Riggs, Vice President of Multifamily Operations. “Residents will enjoy modern amenities, including a resort-style pool, a clubhouse with a fitness center, outdoor grilling areas, a car-care center, two leash-free dog parks, and pickleball and bocce ball courts. Every detail is designed to ensure residents feel comfortable, connected, and at home.” 

Lake Cook Crossing is just 900 feet from the Lake Cook Road-Deerfield Metra Station on the Milwaukee District North (MD-N) commuter line, providing residents with easy transit to downtown Chicago in under an hour. The community is also located close to several major regional employers, including Medline Industries, Baxter, Discover Financial Services, Underwriters Laboratory, AbbVie, CDW Corp., and Horizon Therapeutics. 

"Lake Cook Crossing meets the increasing demand for affordable, transit-oriented living in Deerfield," said Erik Hahn, Vice President of Acquisitions at Continental Properties. "We’re excited to offer a community with quality finishes, modern amenities, and quick access to public transportation, making it an ideal choice for our future residents." 

Residents will also have easy access to various amenities along the Waukegan Avenue corridor, including Jewel Osco in the Deerbrook Shopping Center, Sachs Recreation Center, and a variety of fast-casual dining options within walking distance of the community. Regional commercial attractions include Deerfield Square, Northbrook Court, and The Grove of Northbrook.  

Pre-leasing for Lake Cook Crossing will begin in the summer of 2025, allowing prospective residents to explore apartment finishes and floor plans. Move-ins are expected in fall of 2025 with the completion of the community clubhouse and first building. Additionally, Lake Cook Crossing is one of 13 apartment communities Continental Properties has broken ground on this year, marking the second-highest annual groundbreaking total in the company's history. 

About Continental Properties           

Continental Properties is a national developer and operator of rental home communities, retail, and hospitality properties. Since its inception in 1979, Continental Properties has developed 133 apartment communities encompassing more than 35,000 apartment homes in 20 states.