Investor profile - KY
James Ernst
James Ernst is a real estate investor and operator based in Lexington, KY. Public filings show activity across 58 properties held through 5 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Bank of Lexington, First Capital Bank of Kentucky, and Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Co..
James's Activity
As of January 2026, public records show approximately $44.8M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 138 mortgage filings and 58 properties held through 5 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Lexington, KY
ZIP codes: 40245, 40509, 40014, 40241, and 40356
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in LOUISVILLE, LEXINGTON, CRESTWOOD, NICHOLASVILLE, and PROSPECT.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (5)
KY · 18 properties · 62 mortgages
KY · 12 properties · 58 mortgages
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Mortgages (138)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 | $225k | Open | Bank of Lexington | ARTIQUE INVESTMENTS LLC | 3141 COTTONTAIL LN, LEXINGTON, KY 40503 |
| 02/25/2025 | $82k | Open | Bank of Lexington | ARTIQUE CUSTOM HOMES LLC | 3824 STOLEN HORSE TRCE, LEXINGTON, KY 40509 |
+136 more not shown
Owned Properties (58)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4128 BUTTERMILK RD, LEXINGTON, KY 40509 | ARTIQUE CUSTOM HOMES LLC | Sold | $718k |
| 17607 FOX SPRING WAY, LOUISVILLE, KY 40245 | PRESTIGE BUILDERS INC | Owns - 19 mos | $100k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and vacant properties across Lexington, KY.
What companies is James Ernst associated with?
James Ernst is associated with 5 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include PRESTIGE BUILDERS INC, ARTIQUE CUSTOM HOMES LLC, ARTIQUE INVESTMENTS LLC, PRO BUILT INVESTMENTS LLC, and PRO BUILT NEW HOMES LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 58 properties are associated with James Ernst and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Ernst to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Bank of Lexington, First Capital Bank of Kentucky, and Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Co., indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2010 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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