Our principals are experts in all aspects of commercial real estate, spanning multifamily, mixed-use, retail, hospitality, & infrastructure assets across the United States.
INTRODUCTION
Independent. Intelligent. Built from Experience.
Urban One is a boutique West Coast firm that brings an owner’s mindset to every real estate and infrastructure project. We specialize in the management, analysis, and oversight of complex developments – from feasibility and entitlements through construction, lease-up, and long-term
operations.
100+ Projects Completed
$3B+ in Development Value
40+ Years of Experience
Offices in Los Angeles, CA and Portland, OR
OUR SERVICES
Development Management Process
Urban One provides end-to-end real estate management – from diligence to delivery – acting as true owner’s representatives at every stage.
01
Diligence
We uncover opportunities and risks early through detailed site, market, and sponsor analysis.
02
Feasibility
We validate each concept with clear financial, market, and design feasibility to guide go/no-go
decisions.
03
Financial Analysis
We build and refine dynamic proformas and budgets to align performance with investor goals.
04
Entitlements
We lead and manage every aspect of the entitlement process to secure timely project approvals.
05
Implementation
We execute development and construction oversight with full accountability from
groundbreaking to completion.
PROJECTS COMPLETED
Featured Projects
Urban One’s portfolio spans a diverse range of real estate and infrastructure projects across the United States—from multifamily and mixed-use developments to retail, hospitality, and public facilities. Our experience extends from coast to coast, managing projects of all sizes and complexities. Each project reflects our commitment to thoughtful planning, disciplined execution, and long-term value creation for clients and communities alike.
Urban One applies its expertise across three interconnected domains:
Real Estate
Development management, construction oversight, and investment diligence across all product types.
Infrastructure
Feasibility and program management for public facilities, utilities, and data-center infrastructure.
Transit
Route analysis, nonprofit program management, and financial feasibility for urban mobility systems.
THE TEAM
WHO WE ARE
Urban One was founded during the 2008 financial crisis with a clear purpose: to help clients
make better real estate decisions and manage projects with the same discipline and foresight as
an owner.
We are a multidisciplinary team of developers, builders, and financial analysts who understand
every phase of the project lifecycle — from concept to completion. Whether we’re guiding an
entitlement process, structuring complex financing, or resolving construction challenges, we
approach each project with long-term value creation in mind.
Our mission is simple: act like owners, think like investors, and deliver results that last.
Dennis Allen
PARTNER
Founder and managing partner of Urban One, Dennis leads the firm’s strategic vision and oversees development and investment diligence operations.
His experience spans over 2M SF of residential, retail, office, and infrastructure projects. Dennis has served in various capacities for the Urban Land Institute and LOCUS / Smart Growth America.
JR Riddle
PARTNER
JR oversees firm operations and construction management. With a background in civil and construction engineering, he brings hands-on leadership across design, estimating, and project execution.
A USC graduate and LEED Accredited Professional, JR has managed mixed-use, multifamily, and adaptive reuse projects throughout the West Coast.
Urban One is Passionate about the Built Environment
From concept to completion, we pursue projects that make cities more livable, sustainable, and inspiring.
33K+
Units, keys, or spaces analyzed
50+
Public and private clients served
18+
Institutional partners, funds, and family offices advised
$3 B
In projects managed, modeled, or underwritten
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