Investor Profile - SC
Austin Franklin
Austin Franklin is a real estate investor and operator based in Charleston, SC. Public filings show activity across 24 properties held through 6 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include DENNIS J FRANKLIN LIVING TRUST, DENNIS J FRANKLIN TRUSTEE OF THE DENNIS J FRANKLIN LIVING TRUST DATED JULY 21 2016, and DENNIS FRANKLIN.
Austin's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $5.3M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 14 mortgage filings and 24 properties held through 6 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2018 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Charleston, SC
ZIP codes: 29412, 29455, 29410, 29407, and 29464
Most activity in CHARLESTON, JOHNS ISLAND, HANAHAN, and MOUNT PLEASANT.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (6)
SC · 4 properties · 7 mortgages
SC · 1 property · 3 mortgages
+4 more entities not shown
Mortgages (14)
Top Lenders
$2.8M · 3 loans
$1.6M · 1 loan
$543k · 2 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | $578k | Open | DENNIS J FRANKLIN LIVING TRUST | COASTLINE BUILDERS LLC | 3519 BOHICKET RD, JOHNS ISLAND, SC 29455 |
| 12/18/2025 | $578k | Open | DENNIS J FRANKLIN LIVING TRUST | COASTLINE BUILDERS LLC | BOHICKET RD, JOHNS ISLAND, SC 29455 |
+12 more not shown
Owned Properties (24)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3519 BOHICKET RD, JOHNS ISLAND, SC 29455 | COASTLINE BUILDERS LLC | Owns - 5 mos | $600k |
| BOHICKET RD, JOHNS ISLAND, SC 29455 | ETHAN HENRY | Sold | $180k |
+22 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and vacant properties across Charleston, SC.
What companies is Austin Franklin associated with?
Austin Franklin is associated with 6 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include FRANKLIN CONSTRUCTION & INVESTMENTS LLC, COASTLINE BUILDERS LLC, FRANKLIN CONSTRUCTION & INVESTMENT LLC, HAVEN ESTATES500985010 LLC, and HAVENESTATES5009 & 5010 LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 24 properties are associated with Austin Franklin and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Austin Franklin to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references DENNIS J FRANKLIN LIVING TRUST, DENNIS J FRANKLIN TRUSTEE OF THE DENNIS J FRANKLIN LIVING TRUST DATED JULY 21 2016, and DENNIS FRANKLIN, 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 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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