Investor profile - AZ
Russell Black
Russell Black is a real estate investor and operator based in Phoenix, AZ. Public filings show activity across 46 properties held through 32 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include THOMAS TRIDENT, Klinkloans, and Colonial Capital.
Russell's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $70.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 97 mortgage filings and 46 properties held through 32 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2011 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Phoenix, AZ
ZIP codes: 85018, 85014, 85015, 85281, and 85006
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in PHOENIX, SCOTTSDALE, TEMPE, SURPRISE, and MESA.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (32)
AZ · 4 properties · 25 mortgages
AZ · 4 properties · 19 mortgages
AZ · 0 properties · 14 mortgages
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Mortgages (97)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | $1.6M | Open | METROPOLITAN FINANCIAL | RUSSELL P BLACK PLLC | 4047 E HIGHLAND AVE, PHOENIX, AZ 85018 |
| 10/07/2025 | $3.5M | Open | First Bank | 5TH STREET RENTALS LLC | 505 S ROOSEVELT ST, TEMPE, AZ 85281 |
| 02/14/2025 | $1.8M | Open | METROPOLITAN FINANCIAL | 8415 W INDIAN SCHOOL LLC | 8415 W INDIAN SCHOOL RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85037 |
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Owned Properties (46)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2149 E 5TH ST, TEMPE, AZ 85288 | 2149 PROPERTY HOLDINGS LLC | Owns - 2.7 yrs | $1.6M |
| 4021 N 40TH ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85018 | ARCADIA APARTMENT PARTNERS LLC | Owns - 3.3 yrs | $8.1M |
| 734 W PECOS AVE, MESA, AZ 85210 | PHOENIX DEVCO LLC | Sold | $400k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, multifamily, and vacant properties across Phoenix, AZ.
What companies is Russell Black associated with?
Russell Black is associated with 32 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include RUSSELL P BLACK PLLC, T3B LLC, NEXPHASE INVESTMENTS LLC, MODERN HISTORIAN LLC, and CREATE 18 LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 46 properties are associated with Russell Black and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Russell Black to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references THOMAS TRIDENT, Klinkloans, and Colonial Capital, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2011 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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