SMJ Legacy, LLC Company Profile, Contacts & Intelligence

SMJ Legacy, LLC Overview

SMJ Legacy, LLC, an affiliate of SMJ Companies, LLC, is an entrepreneurial real estate investment and development firm specializing in value-add and opportunistic retail and mixed-use projects primarily across the Southeast and Mid-South. We are nimble, creative, and collaborative — partnering with a diverse network of investors, operators, and stakeholders to deliver projects that outperform expectations. Our work goes beyond improving individual assets; we strive to enhance the surrounding communities and create long-term value for all involved. By identifying overlooked opportunities and applying disciplined strategy, thoughtful design, and flexible capital, we transform underutilized properties into vibrant, high-performing places that generate both strong returns and meaningful local impact. Founder Joe LeMense, Jr. has nearly two decades of institutional-level experience leading over $3 billion in projects — from ground-up developments to adaptive reuse and repositioning. At SMJ Legacy, he applies that expertise with entrepreneurial agility and community focus. Originally from Washington, DC, Joe now resides in Nashville, TN, with his wife, Megan, and their three children.

Website

smj-legacy.com

Industry

Real Estate

Founded

2025

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