Investor profile - AZ
Steven Mangus
Steven Mangus is a real estate investor and operator based in Phoenix, AZ. Public filings show activity across 11 properties held through 2 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include VERGENE H TRAGER and KAYAK CAPITAL.
Steven's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $572k in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 10 mortgage filings and 11 properties held through 2 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential assets recorded between 2015 and 2020.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Phoenix, AZ
ZIP codes: 85023, 85029, 85035, 85037, and 85051
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in PHOENIX, GLENDALE, and PEORIA.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (2)
AZ · 33 properties · 450 mortgages
AZ · 2 properties · 10 mortgages
Mortgages (10)
Top Lenders
$432k · 5 loans
$140k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2019 | $118k | Open | VERGENE H TRAGER | DES RENTALS 1 LLC | 6939 W HAVEN AVE, PHOENIX, AZ 85035 |
| 09/28/2018 | $140k | Open | KAYAK CAPITAL | DES RENTALS 1 LLC | 14217 N 26TH DR, PHOENIX, AZ 85023 |
| 09/20/2018 | $85k | Open | VERGENE H TRAGER | DES RENTALS 1 LLC | 14488 N 57TH DR, GLENDALE, AZ 85306 |
+7 more not shown
Owned Properties (11)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6939 W HAVEN AVE, PHOENIX, AZ 85035 | DES RENTALS 1 LLC | Sold | $148k |
| 14217 N 26TH DR, PHOENIX, AZ 85023 | DES RENTALS 1 LLC | Sold | $156k |
| 14488 N 57TH DR, GLENDALE, AZ 85306 | DES RENTALS I LLC | Sold | $110k |
+8 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential properties across Phoenix, AZ.
What companies is Steven Mangus associated with?
Steven Mangus is associated with 2 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include DES HOLDINGS LLC and DES RENTALS 1 LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 11 properties are associated with Steven Mangus and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Steven Mangus to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references VERGENE H TRAGER and KAYAK CAPITAL, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2020, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2019.
How is associated activity determined?
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