About Jim Lake Companies
A visionary commercial real estate firm specializing in adaptive urban redevelopment, transforming historic properties into vibrant communities. Focused on stewarding long-term investments that shape key areas of Dallas and beyond.
Established in
1964
1.5M SF
Owned and Managed
500
+
Tenants
70
+
Awards and Recognitions
Awards and Recognitions
Featured Properties
Pioneering Oak Cliff
01
Oak Cliff Tower
Constructed in 1965, Oak Cliff Tower is the tallest high-rise and largest multi-tenant building in Oak Cliff. Our long-term vision is to transform it into a Class A property through comprehensive infrastructure upgrades and refined aesthetic enhancements, aligning with the high standards of other Jim Lake Companies projects.
02
Jefferson Tower
Located on Jefferson Boulevard, home to some of Dallas’ most historic and iconic architecture, Jefferson Tower stands as an 8-story, mixed-use building distinguished by its rich history and unique character. Built in 1922, the Tower retains much of its original craftsmanship and artistry, most notably showcased in the intricate ceiling of its lobby.
03
Bishop Arts District
Situated in the heart of North Oak Cliff, the Bishop Arts District features over 60 independent boutiques, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and art galleries, establishing it as one of Dallas' most distinctive neighborhoods.
Jim Lake Companies has a rich history of transformative urban redevelopment, beginning in the 1960s with industrial developments in DFW and evolving into a pioneer in revitalizing Dallas' Trinity Industrial District, now the vibrant Dallas Design District. Their vision expanded in the 1980s with the creation of the Bishop Arts District, where they played a crucial role in restoring historic buildings into bustling retail and cultural hubs. Today, under the leadership of Jim Lake, Jr. and Amanda Moreno-Lake, the company continues to reshape communities across Texas, preserving history while driving modern redevelopment.
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“When someone tells me ‘no’ and tries to shut the door in my face, it makes me work harder.”
Amanda Moreno-Lake
Demolition Day Testimonial
Harold Simmons Park
“Seeing the difference that we make in a neighborhood and community, taking our skillset, and giving back to the community, is very important. I think we always say, ‘We can’t do it all, but if we can do a project in a certain area and make a difference, then other people can come in and redevelop around us.’”
Jim Lake Jr.
"Jim Lake Companies has carved out a niche in Dallas for redevelopment — not simply knocking down the old to make way for the new, but blending the best of both, to give long-neglected areas a new lease on life. "
Dallas Innovates
Before there was a Company, there were just properties… and like all good history before there was property, there were people. The Jim Lake Companies history is a story of people with vision, integrity, and a desire to serve their city and their clients.
- 214.741.5018
- info@jimlakeco.com
- 1350 Manufacturing St #101, Dallas, TX 75207
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- Monday-Thursday
- 8AM - 5PM
- Friday
- 8AM - 4:30PM
- Saturday - Sunday
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