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

Moving overseas? 🌍 Military OneSource offers a full library of OCONUS articles to help families navigate everything from...
06/19/2026

Moving overseas? 🌍

Military OneSource offers a full library of OCONUS articles to help families navigate everything from household goods shipping and pet travel to financial planning and adjusting to life abroad.

A little preparation and the right resources can make a big difference in how smoothly your move goes.

Download the checklist here:https://www.militaryonesource.mil/moving-pcs/living-oconus/articles/

Make moving a little more fun for your kids 🎨📦 Sesame Street for Military Families offers printable moving labels that l...
06/18/2026

Make moving a little more fun for your kids 🎨📦

Sesame Street for Military Families offers printable moving labels that let kids decorate their boxes, stay involved in packing, and easily recognize their things when you arrive. Turning packing into something creative can help them feel more comfortable with the transition.

Download labels here: https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/downloadablepdfs/my-moving-labels/

Military families are the heartbeat of America’s 250-year story. ❤️🤍💙Every day, your strength, resilience, and sacrifice...
06/17/2026

Military families are the heartbeat of America’s 250-year story. ❤️🤍💙

Every day, your strength, resilience, and sacrifices shape the communities we are so honored to serve.

As we reflect on this incredible legacy, we’re inviting residents to share their voices by answering one simple question: “What does home mean to you?” ✨

🎥 Submit a short video sharing your answer via email to [email protected]

🎁 As a thank-you for participating, the first 250 residents who submit an entry will receive a complimentary American flag!

*Residents of Hunt Military Communities only.

PCSing soon? 📦✈️PCS Like A Pro breaks down how planning early, staying organized, and understanding your entitlements ca...
06/16/2026

PCSing soon? 📦✈️

PCS Like A Pro breaks down how planning early, staying organized, and understanding your entitlements can make your move way less stressful.

From prepping your household goods to navigating claims, it’s all about moving smarter, not harder.

Ready to get packing? Learn more here: https://www.pcslikeapro.org/

In honor of the U.S. Army’s 251st birthday, we recognize the generations of soldiers whose courage, commitment, and dedi...
06/14/2026

In honor of the U.S. Army’s 251st birthday, we recognize the generations of soldiers whose courage, commitment, and dedication have shaped its proud history and continue to strengthen our nation today.

We are grateful for the dedication of every soldier, past and present, and for the families who stand beside them in service to our nation.

Thank you for your continued service and sacrifice.

Join us in the comments to wish the U.S. Army a happy birthday!

Today we proudly recognize Flag Day and honor the symbol that represents the courage, sacrifice, and unity of our nation...
06/14/2026

Today we proudly recognize Flag Day and honor the symbol that represents the courage, sacrifice, and unity of our nation. ❤️🤍💙

As we reflect on the American flag, we also recognize the service members and families who continue to uphold the values it stands for every day.

Tag a service member or military family you’d like to honor today!

Moving can feel like a lot, especially for kids, but Sesame Street for Military Families encourages turning it into some...
06/12/2026

Moving can feel like a lot, especially for kids, but Sesame Street for Military Families encourages turning it into something exciting 💛

The “Our Adventure List” helps families focus on new experiences, explore their new community together, and create something to look forward to during the transition.

Learn more here: https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/downloadablepdfs/our-adventure-list/

What do surfing, fishing, water skiing, and swimming all have in common? They’re exciting ways to cool off, make memorie...
06/12/2026

What do surfing, fishing, water skiing, and swimming all have in common? They’re exciting ways to cool off, make memories, and enjoy time with family and friends this summer! ☀️🌊

Before heading out for your next adventure, take a moment to review important seasonal water safety tips to help keep everyone safe in, on, and around the water.

🔗 Learn more here: https://www.huntsafetyzone.com/seasonal-safety/june

Stay alert! 🚨 A tornado watch has been issued by The National Weather Service. Please tune into local news stations for ...
06/11/2026

Stay alert! 🚨 A tornado watch has been issued by The National Weather Service. Please tune into local news stations for updates.

Severe weather can occur anytime and in any part of the country. These conditions may include damaging winds, tornadoes,...
06/05/2026

Severe weather can occur anytime and in any part of the country. These conditions may include damaging winds, tornadoes, large hail, flooding, and flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

Stay prepared by downloading your local weather app to remain up to date on alerts, understanding your risk, creating a plan, and taking action when needed.

🔗 Learn more here: https://www.ready.gov/floods

Address

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

Telephone

+18474470865

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