Investor profile - WA
Chris Helmes
Chris Helmes is a real estate investor and operator based in Portland-Salem, OR. Public filings show activity across 1,670 properties held through 8 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include GRANTON PARK, I S PROPERTIES, and Columbia Bank.
Chris's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $1.4B in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 2,973 mortgage filings and 1,670 properties held through 8 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Portland-Salem, OR
ZIP codes: 98682, 98604, 98686, 98642, and 99301
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in VANCOUVER, BATTLE GROUND, PASCO, RIDGEFIELD, and RICHLAND.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (8)
WA · 149 properties · 2,945 mortgages
WA · 0 properties · 10 mortgages
WA · 2 properties · 7 mortgages
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Mortgages (2,973)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | $717k | Open | Lending Capital Group | NEW TRADITION HOMES INC | 521 W 20TH WAY, LA CENTER, WA 98629 |
| 11/25/2025 | $1.3M | Open | LAND TO LOTS | NEW TRADITION HOMES INC | - |
| 11/25/2025 | $1.3M | Open | LAND TO LOTS | NEW TRADITION HOMES INC | - |
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Owned Properties (1,670)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 521 W 20TH WAY, LA CENTER, WA 98629 | NEW TRADITION HOMES INC | Owns - 1 mo | $208k |
| 1920 NW 21ST CIR, BATTLE GROUND, WA 98604 | RIDGEDALE PROPERTIES LLC | Owns - 2 mos | $313 |
| 1915 NW 21ST CIR, BATTLE GROUND, WA 98604 | NEW TRADITION HOMES INC | Owns - 2 mos | $361k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and vacant properties across Portland-Salem, OR.
What companies is Chris Helmes associated with?
Chris Helmes is associated with 8 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include NEW TRADITION HOMES INC, ROBINWOOD PROPERTIES INC, FIELDSONG PROPERTIES LLC, RIDGEDALE PROPERTIES LLC, and CHERRY GROVE LANE LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 1,670 properties are associated with Chris Helmes and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Chris Helmes to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references GRANTON PARK, I S PROPERTIES, and Columbia Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2010 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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