Urban West Ventures
Urban West Ventures is a privately held commercial real estate investment firm that acquires and repositions underperforming retail, industrial, auto-repair centers and mixed-use investment properties. The firm creates value through renovations, re-tenanting, and efficient property management. Once stabilized, the properties are held In UWV’s portfolio indefinitely. The principals of Urban West Ventures have a combined 45 years of experience in finance, construction, leasing, brokerage, and acquisitions.
PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
Urban West Ventures has established a consistent history of successful acquisitions and high-value exits
27
Buildings Acquired to Date
200,000 SF+
Current Portfolio
$40 MILLION+
In Transactions
UNLIMITED
Potential for growth
RETAIL
AUTO-REPAIR CENTERS
INDUSTRIAL
MIXED-USE
INVESTMENT CRITERIA
Focused on underperforming & distressed value-add opportunities: Deal Size: $2,000,000 - $20,000,000
Location & Property Type:
San Diego County - Retail, Industrial, Auto-Repair Centers, Mixed-Use
Nationwide - Multi-Tenant Industrial and Auto-Repair Centers Only
Equity:
Cash, lines of credit on existing properties
Debt: Private debt for acquisition/stabilization. Traditional financing once stabilized
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FEATURED PROJECTS
MEET THE TEAM
Stewart Winkler
Principal
949-278-1002
sw@uwventures.com
"Integrity and generosity, coupled with hard work create a successful work environment. Just as important is family and giving back to important causes. As a company, we strive for a healthy balance."
Stewart holds a bachelor’s degree from Claremont McKenna College. Stewart began investing in real estate in 1995 and owns and operates multiple commercial properties including retail centers, industrial buildings & mobile home parks. His portfolio includes properties in Southern California, Ohio, Connecticut, and Arizona.
Alex Mickle
Principal
619-307-3782
alex@uwventures.com
"Hard work and humility is the best recipe for success. Never think that anyone or anything is below you. Respect the people that surround you and always encourage them and lift them up."
Alex holds a bachelor’s degree from Boston University’s School of Management. Alex started his real estate career in 2001 as a broker for one of the nation’s largest commercial real estate brokerage firms before starting AVM Properties, a boutique brokerage and investment firm, in 2008. Alex owns and operates a portfolio of both residential and commercial investment properties throughout San Diego County.
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James Bengala
Director of Brokerage Service
760-208-8798
james@uwventures.com
"CRE – and life as we know it – thrives at the intersection of passion and purpose. Establishing meaningful long-term relationships built on years of trust, experience and problem solving to help my clients achieve their goals while strengthening my community… this is what I am here to do, my purpose. CRE is the vehicle (or my passion) to transport my clients to their future destination."
James holds a bachelor’s degree from Cameron School of Business at University of North Carolina Wilmington with specific areas of study in Commercial RE Investing, Finance & Business Law. James began his real estate career in 2007 and has managed, owned/operated and brokered real estate for the past 18 years. Areas of expertise include investment sales & leasing of medical/professional office, flex space & light industrial buildings.
TESTIMONIALS
"California Credit Union has financed and refinanced several of Urban West Ventures' commercial loans. Their projects are always well organized and they are responsive to Clients. Their track record with us has been excellent and we look forward to doing more business with them."
Brandon Jensen, VP Business Banking Development Manager, California Credit Union
IN THE NEWS...
Urban West Ventures is excited to announce our recent feature in the San Diego Business Journal, highlighting one of our most ambitious and successful projects to date. The article, titled "Investment Firm Buys Underperforming Property in Down Market," showcases the innovative work of Urban West Ventures in the heart of Mission Valley. The project would not have been possible without the vision and dedication of two local entrepreneurs, Stewart Winkler and Alex Mickle.
The San Diego Business Journal's article shines a spotlight on Urban West Ventures' remarkable journey of revitalizing an underperforming property in the challenging market conditions. This venture exemplifies the company's commitment to reinvigorating communities while driving economic growth in the region.
With Stewart Winkler and Alex Mickle at the helm, Urban West Ventures leveraged their local expertise and unwavering dedication to take on this ambitious project, transforming it into a beacon of success within the Mission Valley community.
The article delves into the strategy, challenges, and achievements that have shaped this remarkable redevelopment, offering a detailed account of the project's evolution.The project in Mission Valley is a testament to Urban West Ventures' ability to identify untapped potential in challenging circumstances and transform it into a vibrant, thriving hub within the community. The company's commitment to sustainable development and community enrichment is perfectly encapsulated in this venture, as showcased in the San Diego Business Journal's article. Urban West Ventures invites the community, stakeholders, and partners to read the full article in the San Diego Business Journal to learn more about the remarkable journey of this underperforming property's transformation. The company remains dedicated to their mission of enhancing neighborhoods, creating economic opportunities, and contributing positively to the local community.
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