Investor Profile - MN
Sterling Black
Sterling Black is a real estate investor and operator based in Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN-WI. Public filings show activity across 25 properties held through 7 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTH, US Bank, and Alliance Bank.
Sterling's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $176.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 33 mortgage filings and 25 properties held through 7 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and office assets recorded between 2018 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN-WI
ZIP codes: 55082, 55410, 55101, 55117, and 55129
Most activity in SAINT PAUL, STILLWATER, MINNEAPOLIS, and HUGO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (7)
MN · 2 properties · 10 mortgages
MN · 1 property · 5 mortgages
+5 more entities not shown
Mortgages (33)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2026 | $2.0M | Open | Greater Minnesota Housing Fund | LSBD ST PAUL BROADWAY LLC | 540 BROADWAY ST, SAINT PAUL, MN 55101 |
| 02/02/2026 | $2.0M | Open | Greater Minnesota Housing Fund | LSBD ST PAUL BROADWAY LLC | 540 BROADWAY ST, SAINT PAUL, MN 55101 |
+31 more not shown
Owned Properties (25)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1758 PHALEN PL N, MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109 | MNCON INC | Owns - 23 mos | $500 |
| 733 MARKGRAFS LAKE DRAW, SAINT PAUL, MN 55129 | LSBD WOODBURY MANNING LLC | Owns - 2.0 yrs | $2.0M |
+23 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, office, and industrial properties across Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN-WI.
What companies is Sterling Black associated with?
Sterling Black is associated with 7 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include L & N BLACK PROPERTIES LLC, LSBD ST PAUL BROADWAY LLC, LSBD WOODBURY MANNING LLC, 4201 NICOLLET AVE LLC, and 44 BEARD LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 25 properties are associated with Sterling Black and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Sterling Black to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTH, US Bank, and Alliance Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2018 through 2026, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2026.
How is associated activity determined?
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