Investor Profile - SC
Richard Knowlton
Richard Knowlton is a real estate investor and operator based in Columbia, SC. Public filings show activity across 413 properties held through 8 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Anderson Brothers Bank, GREAT SOUTHERN HOMES, and Synovus Bank.
Richard's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $10.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 28 mortgage filings and 413 properties held through 8 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2016 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Columbia, SC
ZIP codes: 29154, 29153, 29150, and 29541
Most activity in SUMTER, EFFINGHAM, and SUMTER COUNTY.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (8)
SC · 31 properties · 18 mortgages
SC · 6 properties · 8 mortgages
+6 more entities not shown
Mortgages (28)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2024 | $128k | Closed | The Bank of Clarendon | UPLAND GROUP LLC | 1114 RUSSELL DR, SUMTER, SC 29150 |
| 01/04/2024 | $1.4M | Open | GREAT SOUTHERN HOMES | D & K HOLDINGS OF SUMTER LLC | CANE SAVANNAH RD, SUMTER, SC 29154 |
+26 more not shown
Owned Properties (413)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5830 ARTHUR RD, SUMTER, SC 29154 | DUNLAP PROPERTIES LP | Owns - 5 mos | $40k |
| 5590 BROAD ST, SUMTER, SC 29154 | DUNLAP PROPERTIES LP | Owns - 5 mos | $40k |
+411 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and industrial properties across Columbia, SC.
What companies is Richard Knowlton associated with?
Richard Knowlton is associated with 8 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include WOODRACK HOLDINGS LLC, KNOWLTON PROPERTIES LLC, HERITAGE BAY DEVELOPMENT CO LLC, DUNLAP PROPERTIES LP, and D & K HOLDINGS OF SUMTER LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 413 properties are associated with Richard Knowlton and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Richard Knowlton to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Anderson Brothers Bank, GREAT SOUTHERN HOMES, and Synovus Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2016 through 2026, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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