Investor profile - OH
Michael Hess
Michael Hess is a real estate investor and operator based in Columbus, OH. Public filings show activity across 3 properties held through 5 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Dollar Bank, Federal Savings Bank, KEMBA Financial Credit Union, and The Savings Bank.
Michael's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $4.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 5 mortgage filings and 3 properties held through 5 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in office assets recorded between 2012 and 2024.
Primary Geography
Columbus, OH
ZIP codes: 43209 and 43231
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in BEXLEY and COLUMBUS.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (5)
OH · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
OH · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
OH · 1 property · 1 mortgage
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Mortgages (5)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2023 | $4.0M | Open | Dollar Bank, Federal Savings Bank | COLUMBUS EAST APARTMENTS LLC | - |
| 01/03/2017 | $323k | Open | KEMBA Financial Credit Union | 6800 LAUFFER ROAD 1 LLC | 6800 LAUFFER RD, COLUMBUS, OH 43231 1 |
| 05/29/2013 | $170k | Open | The Savings Bank | ELLIOTT HESS PROPERTIES LLC | 304 S COURT ST, CIRCLEVILLE, OH 43113 |
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Owned Properties (3)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6800 LAUFFER RD, COLUMBUS, OH 43231 1 | 6800 LAUFER RD 1 LLC | Owns - 9.0 yrs | $430k |
| 681 COLLEGE AVE, BEXLEY, OH 43209 | 677 681 COLLEGE LLC | Sold | $0 |
| 677 COLLEGE AVE, BEXLEY, OH 43209 | 677 681 COLLEGE LLC | Sold | $0 |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in office properties across Columbus, OH.
What companies is Michael Hess associated with?
Michael Hess is associated with 5 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include ELLIOTT HESS PROPERTIES LLC, 6800 LAUFFER ROAD 1 LLC, COLUMBUS EAST APARTMENTS LLC, EEP PROPERTIES LLC AN OHIO LLC, and EEP PROPERTIES LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 3 properties are associated with Michael Hess and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Michael Hess to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Dollar Bank, Federal Savings Bank, KEMBA Financial Credit Union, and The Savings Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2012 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2023.
How is associated activity determined?
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