Investor profile - CA
David Cates
David Cates is a real estate investor and operator based in Los Angeles, CA. Public filings show activity across 27 properties held through 8 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include United Security Bank, CALIFORNIA UNITED BANK, and Wells Fargo Bank.
David's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $34.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 107 mortgage filings and 27 properties held through 8 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and industrial assets recorded between 2010 and 2024.
Primary Geography
Los Angeles, CA
ZIP codes: 93215, 93307, 93306, 92705, and 93003
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in DELANO, BAKERSFIELD, SANTA ANA, VENTURA, and ONTARIO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (8)
CA · 6 properties · 75 mortgages
CA · 2 properties · 16 mortgages
CA · 1 property · 5 mortgages
+5 more not shown
Mortgages (107)
Top Lenders
$9.3M · 63 loans
$6.0M · 1 loan
$4.0M · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2024 | $2.9M | Open | AMERIPRISE CERTIFICATE | CATESGARB HOLDINGS | - |
| 06/12/2020 | $361k | Open | SHERA INVESTMENTS | LENOX HOMES INC | 1006 GARGANO RD, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93306 |
| 06/12/2020 | $361k | Open | H DAVIS INVESTMENTS | LENOX HOMES INC | - |
+104 more not shown
Owned Properties (27)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1006 GARGANO RD, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93306 | NORA LANDEROS | Owns - 6.0 yrs | $222k |
| 1055 TANGELOS ST, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93306 | LENOX HOMES INC | Owns - 6.3 yrs | $256k |
| 194 NOB HILL LN, VENTURA, CA 93003 | HILLSIDE PROPERTIES LLC | Sold | $350k |
+24 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, industrial, and commercial properties across Los Angeles, CA.
What companies is David Cates associated with?
David Cates is associated with 8 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include STUART THOMAS INC, LENOX HOMES INC, CATESGARB HOLDINGS, 5091 G STREET LLC, and 6333 CORSAIR LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 27 properties are associated with David Cates and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting David Cates to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references United Security Bank, CALIFORNIA UNITED BANK, and Wells Fargo Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2010 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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