Top 10 Kane County Taxpayers

#1  Simon/Chelsea Chicago Development — $6,961,195

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 1 — $6,122,703

Simon Property Group, Inc. is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development, and an S&P100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE:SPG.) “Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales,” the company’s website says.

Simon is ranked No. 1 in the United States as the largest real estate investment trust. It’s also the No. 1 property taxpayer in Kane County, IL.

Among the tax-district beneficiaries is Batavia School District 101.

#2  Liberty Illinois LP — $3,614,716

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 2 — $3,683,869

Liberty Property Trust (NYSE: LPT) is a multi-billion real estate investment trust which owns 100 million square feet of industrial and office space throughout the United States and the United Kingdom, according to its website.

“Liberty has been operating in the Chicago market for more than 20 years, and owns and develops in the sub-markets of O’Hare, I-88, I-55, I-80, within the City of Chicago and Southeast WI.,” its website says.

As a fun fact, Liberty is one of the nation’s leading developers of high-performance green buildings.

It owns a variety of industrial properties in Kane County. Check out this interactive map to see what’s available.

#3  Geneva Commons, LLC — $3,214,228

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 4 — $3,232,584

Geneva Commons is “a unique collection of stores, restaurants, cafes and services in an inviting open-air setting. Situated along Randall Road in the Chicago suburb of Geneva, Illinois, the center is home to Crate & Barrel, Barnes & Noble, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Coach, H&M, Forever 21, Banana Republic, California Pizza Kitchen, Houlihan’s, and Claddagh Irish Pub, among others.”

“A hub of community activity, Geneva Commons offers seasonal events and celebrations for the whole family to enjoy,” its website says.

#4  Chicago Premium Outlets — $2,079,672

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 5 — $1,852,277
  

As mentioned above, Chicago Premium Outlets is an outdoor center located 40 minutes from downtown Chicago with more 170 stores — Adidas, Coach, Nike, kate spade new york, Movado Company Store, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Tommy Hilfiger, Vera Bradley, Restoration Hardware and more.

It’s owned by Simon Property Group, so we’re not sure why the mall is listed separately, but it is.

“With amenities such as fireplaces, art installations, a play area, and reflecting pond. Chicago Premium Outlets is more than a shopping center, but truly a destination for shoppers and tourists visiting the Chicago area,” its website says. “Conveniently located off I-88 at the Farnsworth Avenue North exit, it is easily accessible for local shoppers and tourists coming from downtown or O’Hare and Midway International Airports.”

#5  John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc. — $1,759,672

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 6 — $1,762,169
  

John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. is “a global source for nuts, committed to quality, expertise and innovation that delivers an unmatched experience to our customer and consumer,” according to its website.

Sitting on a 95 acre campus in Elgin, with the most advanced automation in the nut industry, this state-of-the art 1 million-square-foot facility is the corporate headquarters for JBSS.

Peanuts and tree nuts are segregated from the time they enter the building. Its cooler capacity is 13 million pounds.

his ensures nuts are kept fresh prior to packing. In addition to advanced roasting and processing capabilities; chocolate confections, granola and sesame sticks are also manufactured here.

Fischer nuts are among the JBSS products.

#6  Canterfield Apartments LLC — $1,589,996

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 8 — $1,380,407
  

Villages at Canterfield “blends convenience, luxury, and comfort, right in the heart of charming West Dundee, IL.”

Villages at Canterfield is centrally located near the intersection of North Street and Interstate 90, and is within close distance of a large transportation network.

“Commutes are virtually effortless as employers like Sears Holding, Sherman Hospital, and IBM are just a few exits away,” its website says. “Additionally, Villages at Canterfield is located in the top-rated District 300 school district, and two of the area’s best schools, Sleepy Hollow and Dundee Middle School are within walking distance.”

#7  Algonquin Commons LLC — $1,415,740

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 7 — $1,649,211
  

Algonquin Commons is located at 1900 S. Randall Road.

“A day with the girls, a great date night, or a quick trip with the kids, they all happen at Algonquin Commons Mall,” it website says. “We have everything to make life just fabulous. Our easy-access, open lifestyle center has 12 dining options, over 60 national stores, local boutiques and fun seasonal entertainment options galore!”

#8  Q Center LLC — $1,278,324

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 9 — $1,342,419
  

The Q Center in St. Charles originally was Arthur Andersen’s Center for Professional Education in days goneby.

Now the 95-acre campus is a leader in the hospitality industry, with 150,000 square feet of versatile, IACC-certified meeting space, an expert in-house event production team, and an on-site professional printing service.

“We are the premier Chicago conference center not because of our amenities or dining (although delicious), or our custom meeting spaces — it’s because we are a dedicated team of professionals focused on just one thing: making your team better than when they arrived,” its website says. “Collectively, we offer every client more than 40 years of expertise, and half of our employees have been on staff for 10 years or more.”

#9  Legia St. Charles Assoc. — $1,248,155

• Last year’s ranking and payment: No. 10 — $1,277,749

Previously recorded as AMLI St. Charles, Legia St. Charles is a large parcel off of Kirk Road known as Ascend St. Charles Apartments.

“In St. Charles, stunning river views, striking architecture and a relaxing neighborhood ambiance come together to create a small-town aesthetic that feels a world away,” its website says. “From a historic downtown dotted with tree-lined bars and restaurants to a wealth of natural parks and the Fox River, this charming haven truly has something for everyone.”

#10  Spring Hill Mall LLC — $1,190,305