Investor profile - TX
Joe Aref
Joe Aref is a real estate investor and operator based in Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX. Public filings show activity across 4 properties held through 14 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include FIRST SECURITY BANK, Neches Federal Credit Union, and First Financial Bank.
Joe's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $58.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 20 mortgage filings and 4 properties held through 14 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in commercial and multifamily assets recorded between 2020 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX
ZIP codes: 77611, 77630, 77662, and 77703
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in VIDOR, BEAUMONT, BRIDGE, and ORANGE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (14)
TX · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
TX · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
TX · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
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Mortgages (20)
Top Lenders
$36.0M · 4 loans
$7.5M · 4 loans
$6.8M · 5 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | $2.4M | Open | Commercial Bank of Texas NA | 4835 BORQUE LLC | - |
| 07/23/2025 | $9.0M | Open | FIRST SECURITY BANK | JA CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT LLC | - |
| 07/23/2025 | $9.0M | Open | FIRST SECURITY BANK | JA CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT LLC | 3100 HWY 365, PORT ARTHUR, TX 77642 |
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Owned Properties (4)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190 BLAND DR, BRIDGE, TX 77611 | AREF BRIDGE CITY LLC | Owns - 2.4 yrs | $424k |
| 2015 M L KING JR PKWY, BEAUMONT, TX 77703 | MAZ INVESTMENT GROUP LLC | Owns - 3.7 yrs | $10 |
| 912 N 16TH ST, ORANGE, TX 77630 | FIRST FINANCIAL BANK NA | Owns - 8.6 yrs | $0 |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in commercial and multifamily properties across Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX.
What companies is Joe Aref associated with?
Joe Aref is associated with 14 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include JOES SHOPPING PLAZA LLC, JA CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT LLC, 410 S 4TH LLC, PA DEVELOPMENT LLC, and 1380 N MAIN VIDOR LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 4 properties are associated with Joe Aref and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Joe Aref to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references FIRST SECURITY BANK, Neches Federal Credit Union, and First Financial Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2020 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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