Investor profile - NJ
Thomas Calela
Thomas Calela is a real estate investor and operator based in New York City, NY-NJ-CT. Public filings show activity across 3 properties held through 3 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Arbor Realty Trust, JG Funding, and Anchor Loans.
Thomas's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $21.2M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 9 mortgage filings and 3 properties held through 3 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in multifamily and residential assets recorded between 2017 and 2025.
Primary Geography
New York City, NY-NJ-CT
ZIP codes: 07018, 07050, and 07017
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in EAST ORANGE and ORANGE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (3)
NJ · 0 properties · 5 mortgages
NJ · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
NJ · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
Mortgages (9)
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2025 | $4k | Open | TAX LIEN FUND | 121 N GROVE LLC | 121 N GROVE ST, EAST ORANGE, NJ 07017 |
| 08/08/2024 | $1.8M | Open | JG Funding | 121 N GROVE LLC | 350 PARK AVE, ORANGE, NJ 07050 |
| 12/26/2023 | $19k | Open | Republic Bank | PLA FOUR 235 LLC | 235 S HARRISON ST, EAST ORANGE, NJ 07018 |
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Owned Properties (3)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235 S HARRISON ST, EAST ORANGE, NJ 07018 | PL 177 ARLINGTON EO URBAN RENEWAL LLC | Owns - 5.8 yrs | $100 |
| 350 PARK AVE, ORANGE, NJ 07050 | 350 PARK ORANGE LLC | Owns - 8.0 yrs | $236k |
| 121 N GROVE ST, EAST ORANGE, NJ 07017 | 121 N GROVE LLC | Sold | $147k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in multifamily, residential, and vacant properties across New York City, NY-NJ-CT.
What companies is Thomas Calela associated with?
Thomas Calela is associated with 3 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include 121 N GROVE LLC, 1203 BROAD STREET LLC, and PLA FOUR 235 LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 3 properties are associated with Thomas Calela and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Thomas Calela to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Arbor Realty Trust, JG Funding, and Anchor Loans, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2017 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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