Investor profile - NC
Ellen Smith
Ellen Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in Raleigh-Durham, NC. Public filings show activity across 4 properties held through 11 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include United Community Bank, George Mason Mortgage, and US INCOME PARTNERS.
Ellen's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $8.1M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 12 mortgage filings and 4 properties held through 11 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential assets recorded between 2013 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Raleigh-Durham, NC
ZIP codes: 28211, 28204, and 28278
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHARLOTTE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (11)
NC · 0 properties · 6 mortgages
NC · 3 properties · 5 mortgages
NC · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
+8 more not shown
Mortgages (12)
Top Lenders
$2.8M · 1 loan
$2.8M · 5 loans
$1.8M · 2 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2025 | $1.7M | Open | George Mason Mortgage | REST PROPERTIES I LLC | - |
| 10/15/2024 | $184k | Open | George Mason Mortgage | REST PROPERTIES II LLC | 5037 OLEANDER DR, WILMINGTON, NC 28403 |
| 08/03/2023 | $300k | Open | First Citizens Bank | REST PROPERTIES II LLC | 5039 OLEANDER DR, WILMINGTON, NC 28403 |
+9 more not shown
Owned Properties (4)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4325 OWLS PERCH DR, CHARLOTTE, NC 28278 | SIMON SMITH | Owns - 4.2 yrs | $840 |
| 1300 HAZELHURST AVE, CHARLOTTE, NC 28211 | ELLEN SMITH | Owns - 6.1 yrs | $540 |
| 405 LOUISE AVE, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204 | ELLEN SMITH | Owns - 7.3 yrs | $1k |
+1 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential properties across Raleigh-Durham, NC.
What companies is Ellen Smith associated with?
Ellen Smith is associated with 11 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include PORT CITY ADVISORS LLC, BANISTER HOMES INC, AAOC PROPERTIES II LLC, REST PROPERTIES II LLC, and REST PROPERTIES I LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 4 properties are associated with Ellen Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Ellen Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references United Community Bank, George Mason Mortgage, and US INCOME PARTNERS, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2013 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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