Gary Stubits
Managing Broker · Brainstorm Properties
Aligning profit with purpose in commercial real estate — sales, leasing, and investment strategy for owners across Chicagoland.
- Sales & leasing
- Investment analysis
- Market research
Real estate with purpose, not just transactions.
Direct, hands-on guidance across every industrial and commercial deal I take on.
Most brokers hand you off to a team the moment the contract's signed. With me, you work directly with the person who understands your property — from the first call to the closing table. I focus on industrial, office, retail, and multi-family properties, guiding owners and investors through sales, leasing, and valuation with one goal: align profit with impact.
More About Gary and His Philosophy
"I look at real estate as more than a transaction — it's a chance to leave a property, and the people around it, better off than I found them."
"Whether I'm walking a warehouse floor or reviewing a lease line by line, the goal is the same: give my clients a clear, honest picture of what they're getting into."
Meet Gary Stubits
I'm Gary Stubits, Managing Broker at Brainstorm Properties. My work is built around one idea: real estate should do more than turn a profit — it should strengthen the communities it's part of.
I work across industrial, office, retail, multi-family, and land transactions, guiding owners and investors through sales, leasing, valuation, and market analysis. Industrial is where I spend most of my time — warehouses, distribution, and manufacturing space for owners who need a broker who understands how these properties actually operate.
I believe the best deals aren't just profitable, they're purposeful. Whether I'm structuring a lease, advising on a sale, or evaluating an investment, my goal is the same: align profit with impact, and give clients a clear, honest read on what their property is really worth.
Real estate should work as hard as the people who use it.
Specializing In
Focused commercial real estate services, with deep experience in industrial properties.
Sales & Leasing
Industrial, multi-family, retail, office, and land properties — handled through to negotiation and due diligence.
Investment Property Sales
Financial analysis, acquisition and disposition services, aligned with your investment goals from start to close.
RE Market Analysis
Research into trends, demand, and supply dynamics, so every decision is grounded in what the market is actually doing.
Property Valuation
Comparative market analysis, income approach, and cost approach methods, to get you a clear, defensible number.
Have a property in mind?
Whether you're buying, selling, or leasing industrial or commercial space, let's talk through what you're trying to accomplish.
Talk to GaryCommon Questions
How is an industrial property valued?
Value comes down to comparable sales, income potential, and replacement cost — weighed against specifics like clear height, dock/drive-in access, and proximity to major transportation routes.
How long does a typical sale or lease take to close?
Most industrial sales close in 60–90 days from an accepted offer. Leases can move faster, depending on tenant improvements and how long it takes to finalize terms.
Do you work with both buyers and sellers, or tenants and landlords?
Yes — I represent buyers, sellers, tenants, and landlords, so you get a broker who understands both sides of the negotiation, not just one.
The Community Investment Fund
A real estate investment fund built to help nonprofits find affordable housing for the people they serve. Investors earn a limited return while helping purchase and hold multifamily properties for the long term — professionally managed, so nonprofits can stay focused on their mission instead of managing real estate.
- Affordable housing for nonprofit clients
- Professionally managed properties
- Held long-term, not flipped for profit