Investor profile - PA
Ru Chen
Ru Chen is a real estate investor and operator based in Philadelphia, PA-NJ-DE-MD. Public filings show activity across 9 properties held through 5 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include WSFS Bank, Athas Capital Group, and Parke Bank.
Ru's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $480k in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 3 mortgage filings and 9 properties held through 5 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and industrial assets recorded between 2012 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Philadelphia, PA-NJ-DE-MD
ZIP codes: 19111, 19149, 19401, 19134, and 19136
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in PHILADELPHIA and NORRISTOWN.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (5)
PA · 3 properties · 2 mortgages
PA · 4 properties · 1 mortgage
PA · 0 properties · 0 mortgages
+2 more not shown
Mortgages (3)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | $130k | Open | Athas Capital Group | STELLA BY STARLIGHT LLC | 3335 DISSTON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149 |
| 09/11/2024 | $100k | Closed | Parke Bank | STELLA BY STARLIGHT LLC | 2606 E VENANGO ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134 |
| 07/06/2016 | $350k | Open | WSFS Bank | KOP GROUP LLC | 636 MARKLEY ST, NORRISTOWN, PA 19401 |
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Owned Properties (9)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3335 DISSTON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149 | STELLA BY STARLIGHT LLC | Owns - 1 mo | $220k |
| 2606 E VENANGO ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134 | STELLA BY STARLIGHT LLC | Sold | $125k |
| 4536 TUDOR ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136 | CHINA MOON LLC | Sold | $105k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, industrial, and commercial properties across Philadelphia, PA-NJ-DE-MD.
What companies is Ru Chen associated with?
Ru Chen is associated with 5 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include STELLA BY STARLIGHT LLC, KOP GROUP LLC, RUI FENG CHEN MOTHER OF GRANTEE, CHINA MOON LLC, and IVORY FAMILY APARTMENTS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 9 properties are associated with Ru Chen and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Ru Chen to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references WSFS Bank, Athas Capital Group, and Parke Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2012 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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