Investor profile - CA
Stephen Barns
Stephen Barns is a real estate investor and operator based in San Diego, CA. Public filings show activity across 20 properties held through 1 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include ARV Finance and ARY FINANCE.
Stephen's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $12.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 26 mortgage filings and 20 properties held through 1 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2024 and 2025.
Primary Geography
San Diego, CA
ZIP codes: 91935, 92111, 92128, 92129, and 91911
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in SAN DIEGO, JAMUL, SPRING VALLEY, CHULA VISTA, and RAMONA.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (1)
CA · 8 properties · 26 mortgages
Mortgages (26)
Top Lenders
$11.8M · 14 loans
$712k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | $1.2M | Open | ARV Finance | GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC | 3880 ADAMS ST, CARLSBAD, CA 92008 |
| 12/09/2025 | $640k | Open | ARV Finance | GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC | 16590 CASERO RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92128 |
| 12/08/2025 | $1.0M | Open | ARV Finance | GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC | 11385 PASEO ALBACETE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92129 |
+23 more not shown
Owned Properties (20)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15751 LYONS VALLEY RD, JAMUL, CA 91935 | GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC | Owns - 2 mos | $0 |
| 2821 ROSEDALE WAY, SPRING VALLEY, CA 91977 | GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC | Owns - 4 mos | $743 |
| 12450 MEANDRO RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92128 | GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC | Sold | $0 |
+17 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and multifamily properties across San Diego, CA.
What companies is Stephen Barns associated with?
Stephen Barns is associated with 1 entity based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include GOLDEN STATE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 20 properties are associated with Stephen Barns and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Stephen Barns to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references ARV Finance and ARY FINANCE, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2024 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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