To redefine the future of urban living by becoming a leading real estate platform known for architectural integrity, long-term value creation, and transformative impact on the built environment.
Our mission is to unlock the hidden potential of urban real estate by identifying undervalued opportunities and transforming them through investment, design, and execution. We are committed to creating high-performing, architecturally meaningful spaces that deliver strong returns and enhance how people live, work, and connect within the urban fabric.
Arbel Group is a premier real estate investment and development firm with a national presence, operating across California, Florida, New York, and beyond. We specialize in identifying and transforming underutilized and mispriced assets into high-performing, architecturally distinctive properties. Our vertically integrated platform is driven by a deep understanding of capital structuring, entitlement processes, and design-focused execution. Grounded in the principles of quality, excellence, and strategic partnership, we approach each project with discipline, creativity, and a commitment to long-term value creation.
Through a range of investment strategies—including ground-up development, adaptive reuse, condo conversions, and core-plus repositioning—we consistently deliver results that reflect both financial performance and thoughtful placemaking. Arbel Group is dedicated to enhancing the built environment, fostering meaningful urban evolution, and setting a new standard for how real estate investment can shape communities for the better.
At Arbel Group, we don’t just build properties—we build with purpose. Our philosophy ensures that everything we create stands the test of time, both in form and function.
We prioritize quality in every phase, from planning and design to construction and delivery. Our commitment to craftsmanship, materials, and long-term functionality ensures that each project meets the highest standards and serves as a lasting contribution to the built environment.
Excellence is not just a goal, it’s a discipline. We approach every challenge with precision, creativity, and accountability. From how we structure deals to how we manage execution, we strive to exceed expectations and set a new bar for what successful development looks like.
Collaboration is central to our success. We believe the best outcomes come from working with trusted partners—investors, architects, contractors, and communities—who share our vision and values. These relationships are the backbone of our platform and a key driver of long-term growth.
Our strength lies in the collective expertise of our team. With decades of experience in real estate development, investment strategy, and urban transformation, we bring unparalleled insight and precision to every project we undertake.
Arturo Valdez is a seasoned real estate investor, capital strategist, and creative developer with a rich background in both finance and design. With over $1 billion in loan volume deployed across nearly every product type, Arturo brings a unique fluency in capital markets, structuring, and underwriting risk. As the leader of Arbel Group, he oversees a platform with $50M+ in assets under management and a $120M+ pipeline. Arturo specializes in identifying structural inefficiencies in ownership, zoning, and asset use, and he excels at executing with institutional-grade precision while championing context-driven, inspired architecture. Outside of work, Arturo is a licensed pilot, snowboarder, musician, and avid reader, particularly of biographies and historical narratives related to real estate and capital formation. He is deeply committed to creating long-term value and building with purpose for both his family and the communities Arbel Group serves.
Betül is the strategic visionary behind Arbel Group, whose exceptional operational expertise ensures the seamless execution of each project. Her focus on quality and innovation is the driving force that propels the company’s mission to new heights. With a strong ability to balance big-picture vision with day-to-day operations, Betül excels in fostering efficiency across all stages of development. Her leadership ensures that each project is not only completed on time but also exceeds expectations, enhancing Arbel Group’s reputation for excellence in the real estate industry.
With over a decade of experience in strategic partnerships and investment leadership, Lou has been a founding investor and key driver of Arbel Group’s growth. His deep knowledge of investment strategies and dedication to building trust has enabled the company to foster valuable relationships with key stakeholders. Lou is instrumental in securing the necessary funding for all projects, ensuring that they are aligned with Arbel Group’s long-term strategic goals. His expertise in investment leadership plays a crucial role in advancing the company’s mission to deliver transformative real estate solutions.
As the Construction Project Manager, Sean plays a pivotal role at Arbel Group by bridging the gap between the field teams and the executive leadership. His ability to ensure smooth communication and alignment across all levels of the organization allows him to translate on-site developments into actionable insights for the strategic planning process. Sean’s role is essential in streamlining operations, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that each project is executed with precision and clarity. His leadership ensures that Arbel Group maintains its reputation for delivering high-quality, efficient, and successful developments.
Director of Asset Operations
Benjamin Fields serves as Director of Asset Operations at Arbel Group, where he oversees all aspects of property-level performance across the firm’s portfolio. A graduate of San Diego State University, Benjamin brings a sharp operational mindset, hands-on management style, and a reputation for solving complex challenges with speed and precision.
With a deep understanding of building systems, tenant relations, vendor coordination, and cost control, Benjamin plays a critical role in ensuring each asset operates efficiently from acquisition through stabilization or disposition. He is instrumental in overseeing lease-up strategies, managing on-site teams, and implementing value-add initiatives that directly improve NOI and long-term asset value.
Known for his relentless work ethic and solution-oriented approach, Benjamin is a trusted operational lead across Arbet’s residential and mixed-use holdings—helping the firm deliver consistent performance, tenant satisfaction, and executional excellence at the property level.
Investment Associate
Ernest Rowe serves as Acquisitions & Capital Markets Associate at Arbel Group, where he supports the full investment lifecycle—from sourcing and underwriting to debt structuring and capital stack optimization. His role spans financial modelling, market analysis, and transaction execution, with a focus on identifying opportunities that align with the firm’s strategic investment thesis.
A graduate of San Diego State University with a degree in Biology and an emphasis in data analytics, Ernest brings a data-driven approach to investment evaluation. Prior to joining Arbel, he built a successful career in mortgage finance, personally structuring over $100 million in loan originations across residential and commercial asset classes.
Ernest’s background in structured finance and analytics makes him a valuable asset in assessing risk, navigating capital markets, and underwriting value-add and development opportunities with precision. He is known for his sharp attention to detail, proactive deal management, and ability to bridge analytical insight with real-world execution.
Acquisitions Manager
Don Angulo serves as Acquisitions Manager at Arbel Group, where he is responsible for sourcing new opportunities and cultivating relationships across the firm’s deal pipeline. Don plays a frontline role in identifying value-add and off-market opportunities by building and maintaining direct relationships with property owners, brokers, developers, and other key market participants.
With a background in wholesale acquisition strategies, Don brings a systems-driven approach to sourcing—combining outreach discipline with local market intuition. His ability to establish trust quickly, uncover seller motivations, and manage high volumes of deal flow makes him an essential part of Arbet’s growth engine.
Don works closely with the firm’s investment and underwriting teams to qualify opportunities, guide negotiations, and ensure a smooth handoff from sourcing to execution. His relational approach and persistent deal-hunting mindset help keep Arbet ahead of the market and in front of strategic acquisition opportunities.
At Arbel Group, we bridge institutional strategy with design-led execution. Our team blends deep expertise in acquisitions, underwriting, and development with a sharp eye for architectural value and urban potential.
Founded by Arturo Valdez, whose background in real estate finance, acquisitions, and entitlement strategy shapes a uniquely hands-on, multidimensional approach to value creation. Arturo brings years of experience structuring complex capital stacks, navigating regulatory frameworks, and unlocking underutilized assets across urban infill and coastal markets. His ability to see both the financial and physical dimensions of a deal—from spreadsheet to site plan—drives Arbel’s ability to move decisively and deliver performance that outpaces traditional operators.
We deploy proprietary sourcing methods, local intelligence, and data-driven underwriting to uncover overlooked assets with high return potential in coastal and urban-core markets.
From entitlement and design to construction and lease-up, we manage every critical phase internally—ensuring control over quality, timeline, and cost while staying agile in dynamic market conditions.
We structure and manage all layers of the capital stack internally—equity, preferred, and debt—giving us the flexibility to move decisively and align outcomes with both investors and project needs.
We build long-term relationships with city officials, consultants, brokers, and institutional partners. These partnerships aren’t transactional—they’re a core part of how we reduce friction, expedite approvals, and amplify project success.
These three guiding principles shape every decision at Arbel Group—ensuring that our growth remains credible, adaptive, and responsible well into tomorrow.
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, maintaining transparency and honesty in all our dealings. Our reputation is built on trust, and we strive to earn it by delivering on our promises and acting with accountability.
We embrace creativity and forward-thinking in every aspect of our work. By staying ahead of industry trends and challenging conventional approaches, we push the boundaries of what’s possible, delivering unique solutions for each project.
We are dedicated to creating long-term value through sustainable practices. We prioritize the well-being and long-term future of our communities, ensuring that our developments are both responsible and enduring.
We specialize in sourcing and executing value-driven investments across multifamily, mixed-use, and land assets in high-barrier markets. Backed by institutional discipline, vertical integration, and a growing track record of performance, Arbel Group delivers strategic opportunities built for long-term impact.
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