Investor profile - KY
John Cranfill
John Cranfill is a real estate investor and operator based in Lexington, KY. Public filings show activity across 1 properties held through 6 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Traditional Bank, Republic Bank & Trust Company, and DAVID R SMITH.
John's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $3.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 9 mortgage filings and 1 properties held through 6 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential assets recorded between 2020 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Lexington, KY
ZIP codes: 40504
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in LEXINGTON.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (6)
KY · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
KY · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
KY · 1 property · 2 mortgages
+3 more not shown
Mortgages (9)
Top Lenders
$1.9M · 3 loans
$1.2M · 5 loans
$291k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | $666k | Open | Traditional Bank | 426 MERINO LLC | 436 MARQUIS AVE, LEXINGTON, KY 40502 |
| 01/09/2024 | $325k | Open | Traditional Bank | LITTLE LEX RENTALS LLC | 1406 VERSAILLES RD, LEXINGTON, KY 40504 |
| 10/24/2022 | $914k | Open | Traditional Bank | 214 WALLER AVENUE LLC | 214 WALLER AVE, LEXINGTON, KY 40503 |
+6 more not shown
Owned Properties (1)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1406 VERSAILLES RD, LEXINGTON, KY 40504 | LITTLE LEX RENTALS LLC | Owns - 4.3 yrs | $315k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential properties across Lexington, KY.
What companies is John Cranfill associated with?
John Cranfill is associated with 6 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include DSTC PROPERTIES LLC, 214 WALLER AVENUE LLC, DTSC PROPERTIES LLC, 426 MERINO LLC, and LITTLE LEX RENTALS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 1 properties are associated with John Cranfill and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting John Cranfill to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Traditional Bank, Republic Bank & Trust Company, and DAVID R SMITH, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2020 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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