Investor Profile - CA
Darren Smith
Darren Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in Los Angeles, CA. Public filings show activity across 21 properties held through 6 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include CAMBRIDGE REALTY CAPITAL LTD, SEASHELL COMMUNITIES ASSET COR, and Community West Bank.
Darren's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $45.7M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 12 mortgage filings and 21 properties held through 6 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in office and residential assets recorded between 2016 and 2024.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Los Angeles, CA
ZIP codes: 93433, 93426, 93422, 93424, and 92571
Most activity in GROVER BEACH, BRADLEY, SAN LUIS OBISPO, AVILA BEACH, and ATASCADERO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (6)
CA · 11 properties · 4 mortgages
CA · 2 properties · 3 mortgages
+4 more entities not shown
Mortgages (12)
Top Lenders
$15.4M · 1 loan
$14.1M · 1 loan
$8.2M · 2 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2024 | $350k | Open | Community West Bank | BLACK ROCK CO LLC | 1955 THEATRE DR, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 |
| 05/10/2024 | $7.9M | Open | Community West Bank | BLACK ROCK CO LLC | 1955 THEATRE DR, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 |
+10 more not shown
Owned Properties (21)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALPHONSO ST, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA | PLAYA DULCE LLC | Owns - 24 mos | $350k |
| 48372 SAPAQUE RD, BRADLEY, CA 93426 | PASO DEL RIO LLC | Owns - 4.1 yrs | $3.4M |
+19 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in office, residential, and agricultural properties across Los Angeles, CA.
What companies is Darren Smith associated with?
Darren Smith is associated with 6 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include PLAYA DULCE LLC, BLACK ROCK CO LLC, 1405 TERESA DRIVE LLC, PASO DEL RIO LLC, and LANDSMITH REGIONAL PROPERTY HOLDING LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 21 properties are associated with Darren Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Darren Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references CAMBRIDGE REALTY CAPITAL LTD, SEASHELL COMMUNITIES ASSET COR, and Community West Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2016 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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