Investor Profile - CA
Jim Hammersmith
Jim Hammersmith is a real estate investor and operator based in Los Angeles, CA. Public filings show activity across 11 properties held through 5 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include United of Omaha, Farmers & Merchants Bank, and Zions Bancorporation.
Jim's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $33.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 8 mortgage filings and 11 properties held through 5 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and office assets recorded between 2021 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Los Angeles, CA
ZIP codes: 92821, 92627, 92626, 90501, and 92507
Most activity in COSTA MESA, BREA, TORRANCE, and RIVERSIDE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (5)
CA · 1 property · 2 mortgages
CA · 2 properties · 2 mortgages
+3 more entities not shown
Mortgages (8)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 | $6.9M | Open | Zions Bancorporation | DRI 17TH LLC | 313 E 17TH ST, COSTA MESA, CA 92627 |
| 05/12/2025 | $1.0M | Open | Citizens Bank | DRI CHARLE LLC | 2013 CHARLE ST, COSTA MESA, CA 92627 |
+6 more not shown
Owned Properties (11)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 325 E 17TH PL, COSTA MESA, CA 92627 | DRI 17TH LLC | Owns - 11 mos | $9.6M |
| 313 E 17TH ST, COSTA MESA, CA 92627 | DRI MISSION LLC | Owns - 11 mos | $9.6M |
+9 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and office properties across Los Angeles, CA.
What companies is Jim Hammersmith associated with?
Jim Hammersmith is associated with 5 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include DRI CHARLE LLC, DRI MISSION LLC, DRI TORRANCE LLC, DUNBAR SUMMIT LLC, and DRI BIRCH LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 11 properties are associated with Jim Hammersmith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Jim Hammersmith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references United of Omaha, Farmers & Merchants Bank, and Zions Bancorporation, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2021 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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