DL3 is an investment, development, and advisory firm committed to accelerating the transformation of emerging communities through high-impact commercial real estate projects.

DL3's Principal, Leon, revitalizes Chicago neighborhoods, creating jobs, services, and opportunities.

DL3, alongside Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network and Malcolm X College, is leading a community redevelopment project in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood, repurposing a historically …

DL3 works in interdisciplinary teams to formulate area plans at various geographic scales, in urban, suburban and rural locations. We prepare plans that serve as a foundation for land use decision …

DL3 is executing transformative investments at several key transit nodes on the South Side by developing new, luxury affordable, mixed-use anchor housing under the “Thrive” brand that offers …

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In December 2021, DL3 joined Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Marisa Novara for the City of Chicago's announcement that it would allocate more …

DL3 offers professional strategic planning services designed to expand or create successful real estate investment models that result in positive community outcomes and drive corporate profitability.

In an in-depth feature, Southside Drive Magazine highlights the impactful work of DL3 Realty. Walker and his team share how they are transforming Southside communities through strategic investments …

Ryan joined DL3 in 2020 and oversees operations, strategic initiatives, asset management, marketing, government relations, and legal affairs. He is a seasoned advisor with 15 years’ experience in law, …