Navy Great Lakes Family Housing

Navy Great Lakes Family Housing One Great Place. Six Great Communities. Why Choose Great Lakes?

Located at Great Lakes Naval Station, minutes from Chicago, Great Lakes Family Housing is made up of six distinct, vibrant communities encompassing over 1,460 duplexes, triplexes, and single-family homes. Great Lakes Family Housing offers the quality of living your family deserves and the pricing and flexibility your family needs. Great Lakes Family Housing is managed by Hunt Military Communities, a national real estate services leader that has been providing Service Members and their families with expertly designed homes, fully developed communities, and exceptional management services for over 40 years. We are pleased to offer housing to Active Duty Members, Target Tenants, Single Military, all branches of the services, Retirees, Contractors, Civil Service Members, and DoD Employees. Neighbors of all ages and interests enjoy the sense of community that comes from living amongst your peers. We take pride in serving families just like yours and strive to make the move-in process as streamlined as possible. That is why we offer a payment in arrears structure, meaning there’s no up-front rent costs or deposits for Active Duty Members. Housing Amenities:
Homes offer:
- Open floor plans with spacious rooms
- Range, refrigerator, dishwasher, disposal
- Washer/dryer hookups
- Central heat and air
- Window coverings
- Patio or balcony
- Garage
- Ceiling fans
- Finished basement
- Hardwood floors
- Carpeting
- Ceramic tile
- Professional landscaping
- On-site maintenance
- Choose from a variety of house plans with modern, flexible living spaces that allow you to tailor the home’s functionality to fit your needs. Community Features:
Great Lakes Family Housing makes building a great life easier by offering you and your family a wide variety of amenities:
- Access to top-rated public and private schools
- Walkable, quiet neighborhoods close to walking paths, parks, playgrounds, open spaces, picnic areas, Lake Michigan, fitness centers, community centers, sports courts, NEX Mini-Mart and gas station, youth and child development centers and Forrestal Elementary School
- Easy access to exciting downtown Chicago, with world-class entertainment, dining, shopping, universities, museums, cultural events and plenty of natural beauty
- Access to Base amenities

Prevent plumbing mishaps, clogs, and backups with these helpful tips! 🏡🚰
09/25/2026

Prevent plumbing mishaps, clogs, and backups with these helpful tips! 🏡🚰

Did you know that small daily habits around your home can have a massive impact on our environment? 💧🌱Checking for dripp...
09/24/2026

Did you know that small daily habits around your home can have a massive impact on our environment? 💧🌱

Checking for dripping faucets, running only full loads in your dishwasher and washing machine, and adjusting outdoor watering as seasonal temperatures cool down are easy ways to conserve water.
When we work together to protect our natural resources, we help build stronger, more sustainable communities. ✨

Welcome autumn with open arms! 🍂 We hope this new season brings lots of cozy moments to your home. 🏡🍁What are you most e...
09/22/2026

Welcome autumn with open arms! 🍂

We hope this new season brings lots of cozy moments to your home. 🏡🍁

What are you most excited about this fall? Tell us in the comments!

Disasters can occur at any time. Being prepared, knowing how to respond, and understanding how to recover from disasters...
09/18/2026

Disasters can occur at any time. Being prepared, knowing how to respond, and understanding how to recover from disasters are essential. 🌪️🏡

Check out the link below from Hunt Safety Zone for helpful resources:

🔗 https://www.huntsafetyzone.com/seasonal-safety/september

Aim High! ✈️ Today, we celebrate the founding of the United States Air Force and honor the brave Airmen and families who...
09/18/2026

Aim High! ✈️

Today, we celebrate the founding of the United States Air Force and honor the brave Airmen and families who safeguard our skies. Serving and supporting the Air Force members across our communities is a privilege we take pride in every day.

Tag an Airman you’d like to recognize! 👇

Never forgotten. Always honored.On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor America’s former prisoners of war, remembe...
09/18/2026

Never forgotten. Always honored.

On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor America’s former prisoners of war, remember those who remain missing in action, and stand with the families who continue to seek answers.

Their service and sacrifice remain part of our nation’s story. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to keeping their memories alive and ensuring they are never forgotten.

Leave a 🖤 or a message of honor in the comments as we remember their sacrifice together.

Exciting improvements are coming to Forrestal Village! 🏠 As part of Hunt Military Communities' ongoing Community Investm...
09/17/2026

Exciting improvements are coming to Forrestal Village! 🏠

As part of Hunt Military Communities' ongoing Community Investment Initiative, a major roof and gutter replacement project is underway at Forrestal Village. This significant upgrade will improve 208 homes across 134 residential buildings, replacing aging infrastructure and helping ensure safe, reliable, and comfortable housing for our residents.

These enhancements will enhance protection from weather-related wear, improve the neighborhood's appearance, and support the long-term sustainability of the community. Construction activities will be carefully coordinated to help minimize disruption throughout the project.

We're proud to continue investing in quality homes and exceptional communities for military families. 💙 🏠

Crisp autumn mornings are officially here, making it a great time to give your HVAC system a well-deserved break! 🍂Openi...
09/15/2026

Crisp autumn mornings are officially here, making it a great time to give your HVAC system a well-deserved break! 🍂

Opening your windows during cool September mornings and evenings allows natural fresh air to circulate throughout your home. Before opening windows, be sure to turn off your heating or cooling system to avoid wasting energy and reduce unnecessary wear on your equipment.

Don't forget to replace your HVAC filters regularly to optimize air quality, boost efficiency, and keep your home comfortable all season long. Every small step helps conserve energy and support a more sustainable community. 🍃✨

On Patriot Day, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders and countless individua...
09/11/2026

On Patriot Day, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders and countless individuals who showed extraordinary courage in the face of tragedy.

We reflect on the events at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

Today, we stand with the families and communities forever affected, and we honor all who continue to preserve the memories of those we lost.

We will never forget.

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1710 Cavin Drive, Bldg 8100
Great Lakes, IL
60088

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18474470865

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