Investor profile - CA
James Drake
James Drake is a real estate investor and operator based in Los Angeles, CA. Public filings show activity across 2 properties held through 3 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Pacific Premier Bank, Rize Credit Union, and HOWARD RUBENSTEIN ETAL.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $5.1M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 5 mortgage filings and 2 properties held through 3 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in office assets recorded between 2011 and 2024.
Primary Geography
Los Angeles, CA
ZIP codes: 91364
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in WOODLAND HILLS.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (3)
CA · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
CA · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
CA · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
Mortgages (5)
Top Lenders
$4.6M · 2 loans
$500k · 1 loan
$0 · 0 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2024 | $500k | Open | Rize Credit Union | 1445 W 227TH STREET LLC | 2518 E MONROE ST, LONG BEACH, CA 90810 |
| 06/06/2022 | $2.3M | Open | Pacific Premier Bank | 1445 W 227TH STREET LLC | 1025 NEWGATE WAY, DIXON, CA 95620 |
| 06/03/2022 | $2.3M | Open | Pacific Premier Bank | 1445 W 227TH STREET LLC | 1618 FLORIDA AVE, RICHMOND, CA 94804 |
+2 more not shown
Owned Properties (2)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23293 VENTURA BLVD, WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364 | LEONORA MANOR LLC | Sold | $425k |
| 23295 VENTURA BLVD, WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364 | LEONORA MANOR LLC | Sold | $425k |
+0 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in office properties across Los Angeles, CA.
What companies is James Drake associated with?
James Drake is associated with 3 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include 1445 W 227TH STREET LLC, CHRIST CHURCH UNITY OF ORANGE COUNTY, and LEONORA MANOR LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 2 properties are associated with James Drake and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Drake to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Pacific Premier Bank, Rize Credit Union, and HOWARD RUBENSTEIN ETAL, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2011 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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