First Midwest Group

About First Midwest Group

First Midwest Group is a real estate operator. First Midwest Group operates in Madison, Wisconsin and Rockford, Illinois. Its investment focus is on Covered Land & Land Banking, Hospitality and Industrial.

First Midwest Group is a privately held real estate development and operating company headquartered in Rockford, Illinois. Founded in 1984 by Sunil Puri, the company has more than 40 years of experience in the Midwest real estate market. The organization employs approximately 11 to 50 people and operates as a vertically integrated platform with in-house capabilities in acquisition, development, leasing, investment, and property management. The company focuses on a broad range of real estate sectors across Illinois and Wisconsin. Its portfolio includes commercial office space, retail centers, industrial properties, residential rental communities, residential lot development, self-storage facilities, and mixed-use projects. First Midwest Group reports that it has transformed thousands of acres of land into more than 10,000 residential lots with a total development value exceeding $250 million. The firm also maintains interests in hospitality and other operating businesses, reflecting its diversified investment approach and long-term ownership strategy.

Principals at First Midwest Group