Investor Profile - CA
Brian Garmo
Brian Garmo is a real estate investor and operator based in San Diego, CA. Public filings show activity across 15 properties held through 13 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Genesis Capital, Western Alliance Bank, and OceanAir FCU.
Brian's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $42.3M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 17 mortgage filings and 15 properties held through 13 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in commercial and residential assets recorded between 2017 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
San Diego, CA
ZIP codes: 91942, 91901, 91941, 91945, and 92008
Most activity in LA MESA, ALPINE, EL CAJON, SAN DIEGO, and CARLSBAD.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (13)
CA · 1 property · 2 mortgages
CA · 3 properties · 2 mortgages
+11 more entities not shown
Mortgages (17)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | $2.5M | Open | OceanAir FCU | LEMON GROVE AVENUE LLC | 3285 LEMON GROVE AVE, LEMON GROVE, CA 91945 |
| 12/23/2025 | $1.0M | Open | OceanAir FCU | HGVS RESTAURANT INC | 2223 ALPINE BLVD #25, ALPINE, CA 91901 |
+15 more not shown
Owned Properties (15)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4826 PALM AVE, LA MESA, CA 91942 | 4818 PALM LLC | Owns - 8 mos | $4.2M |
| 4818 PALM AVE, LA MESA, CA 91942 | 4818 PALM LLC | Owns - 8 mos | $4.2M |
+13 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in commercial, residential, and vacant properties across San Diego, CA.
What companies is Brian Garmo associated with?
Brian Garmo is associated with 13 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include MOLLISON PLAZA LLC, 4818 PALM LLC, OCEAN STREET VILLAS LLC, LEMON GROVE AVENUE LLC, and PALM STREET VENTURES LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 15 properties are associated with Brian Garmo and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Brian Garmo to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Genesis Capital, Western Alliance Bank, and OceanAir FCU, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2017 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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