Photos Courtesy of City of Stockton and Downtown Stockton Alliance

The City of Stockton has a rich history dating back to the Gold Rush in the mid 1800's when Stockton served the needs of gold-seekers from all over the world. Stockton is proud of its historic building inventory, signature architecture, and its location at the head of 1,000 miles of waterways. Stockton is one of California 's fastest growing communities with a dynamic, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural population of over 322,000.

Downtown Stockton has been through a tremendous transformation over the last decade. Downtown has over 1,500 businesses including 60 restaurants. The area is ripe for entrepreneuriel start up businesses, expanding businesses, housing and commercial investment. For a look at all projects in Downtown Stockton, download the Projects' map: Download Map ]

Welcome to Cort Companies

Daniel E. Cort established Cort Companies in 1979, he has been actively involved in the renovation of historic real estate in Northern California for the past 30 years. Cort has purchased and restored over a million square feet of historic downtown office and retail space in California. The company's focus is on revitalizing neighborhoods, with an emphasis on the Urban Village. While others are designing new cities, Cort Companies is rebuilding old ones. Dan Cort has become the premier restoration developer in Stockton, acquiring signature properties and returning them to showcase quality and economic vitality. Dan Cort recently authored a book entited "Downtown Turnaround". Currently Dan Cort is promoting his book through book signings and speaking engagements (www.dancort.com).

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Mission Statement

Cort Companies is committed to preserving the past while embracing the future.

As a full-service commercial real estate and development company, Cort Companies is dedicated to the revival of American historic downtowns. Building upon the foundations of the past, our company brings new life to cities using creative solutions and modern technology. Through investment, restoration, property management and advisory services, we challenge communities to redefine their directions for growth, now and in the future.