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Cinnaire Closes $134M LIHTC Fund for 12 Affordable Housing Projects Across Five States

Kristin Harlow — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:47:23 +0000

LANSING, MICH. — Cinnaire has closed a $134 million low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) fund, Cinnaire Fund for Housing 44. The fund will finance 12 affordable housing developments across five states, creating or preserving 950 homes for families, seniors and individuals with special needs. Fund 44 will support developments such as Chamberlain House in Rochester, Ind., East Bay Flats in Traverse City, Mich. and Element Collective in Madison, Wis. Chamberlain House is a new development with 40 affordable housing units for families, including eight units reserved for Indiana’s State Referral Network with project-based vouchers from the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority. Housing Directions and Village Management Co. is developing the project. East Bay Flats is a rehabilitation project delivering 64 affordable homes for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. All units are supported by project-based rental subsidies from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, with onsite supportive services provided by Goodwill Northern Michigan. The development team includes Goodwill Northern Michigan and TJ Acquisitions. Element Collective is a new property in Dane County that will create 197 affordable homes for families, including five units reserved for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. As part of…

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PCCP, RPM Living Acquire 204-Unit Multifamily Property in Lakeville, Minnesota

Kristin Harlow — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:46:16 +0000

LAKEVILLE, MINN. — A joint venture between PCCP and RPM Living has acquired Livery Modern Apartments, a 204-unit community in Lakeville, about 22 miles south of the Minneapolis central business district. Built in 2023, the property features 22 two-story buildings with a mix of floor plans that range from 868 to 1,505 square feet. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, pet park and bike repair station. The seller and sales price were undisclosed.

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Colliers Arranges Sale-Leaseback of 290,000 SF Industrial Portfolio in Wisconsin, Indiana

Kristin Harlow — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:45:33 +0000

NEW BERLIN, WIS. AND VALPARAISO, IND. — Colliers has arranged the sale-leaseback of an approximately 290,000-square-foot industrial portfolio for tenant Dynatect Manufacturing Inc., a provider of engineered equipment protection and safety solutions. The portfolio comprises two facilities in New Berlin, Wis., and an additional property in Valparaiso, Ind., within the Chicago metro area. New Berlin-based Dynatect executed a long-term lease across all three properties. Tom Shepherd, John Kardelis and Jennifer Huber-Bullock of Colliers represented Dynatect as its exclusive real estate advisor. CIM Group was the buyer.

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SVN Chicago Brokers $4M Sale of Apartment Building in Bronzeville Neighborhood

Kristin Harlow — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:44:40 +0000

CHICAGO — SVN Chicago Commercial has brokered the sale of a 21-unit apartment building located at 4201 S. Michigan Ave. in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. The asset sold for $4 million through a debt assumption structure. Joe Connelly of SVN Chicago represented both parties in the sale. The property features 15 two-bedroom units and six three-bedroom residences.

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Eastham Capital, Bender Cos. Acquire Multifamily Property in Metro Chicago for $75.3M

Kristin Harlow — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:05:04 +0000

MOUNT PROSPECT, ILL. — Eastham Capital and Bender Cos. have acquired The Element, a 509-unit, garden-style multifamily community in the Chicago suburb of Mount Prospect, for $75.3 million. To date, Eastham and Bender have co-invested in 10 properties. The Element is currently at 95 percent occupancy with average rents of $1,590 per month. The renovation plan for the value-add asset includes roughly $5 million to upgrade unit interiors, building systems and exterior areas. These improvements will build on significant upgrades completed by prior ownership. Built in 1968, the property is situated on more than 10 acres. The Element offers a mix of floor plans ranging from 850 to 1,800 square feet. Amenities include a fitness center, pool, yoga studio, business center, game room and laundry facilities.

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Annex Group Breaks Ground on 156-Unit Affordable Housing Community in Omaha

Kristin Harlow — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:04:22 +0000

OMAHA, NEB. — The Annex Group has broken ground on Central at Columbus Park, a 156-unit affordable housing community in Omaha. The nearly $60 million property will feature one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom units for households earning a range of income levels starting at 30 percent of the area median income. Amenities will include a parking garage, community room, computer room, fitness room, storm shelter and bike storage. Project partners include BVH Architecture, Lange Structural Group, Engineering Technologies Inc., REGA Engineering, Terracon, RMD Group, Wells Fargo, NP Dodge, Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA), Front Porch Investments and the City of Omaha. Wells Fargo provided more than $24 million in federal equity, and the bank’s debt team served as construction lender and senior permanent lender, contributing over $42 million and $24 million, respectively. NIFA allocated 4 percent tax credits and issued $28 million in tax-exempt bonds. The City of Omaha issued tax-exempt bonds and awarded a 20-year tax-increment financing package, which is intended to offset property taxes throughout the compliance period. Front Porch Investments and the State of Nebraska, Department of Economic Development Housing Trust Fund provided soft funding, contributing $3 million and $1.8 million in proceeds, respectively. The project marks…

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Gantry Arranges $12M Refinancing for Two Self-Storage Facilities in Suburban Detroit

Kristin Harlow — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:03:45 +0000

DETROIT — Gantry has arranged $12 million across two loans to refinance maturing debt for a pair of National Storage-branded facilities in suburban Detroit on behalf of Pogoda Cos. The stabilized properties offer 1,082 units totaling more than 141,000 net rentable square feet with additional vehicle storage and both climate-controlled and drive-up units. Andy Weiss, Andy Bratt and Nick Severson of Gantry represented the borrower, a private real estate investor. A life insurance company provided the seven-year, fixed-rate loan, which features interest-only payments for the full term and flexible prepayment. Gantry will service the loan on behalf of the lender.

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Dalfen Industrial Buys Two-Building, 56,000 SF Portfolio in Wood Dale, Illinois

Kristin Harlow — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:02:50 +0000

WOOD DALE, ILL. — Dalfen Industrial has purchased a two-building, multi-tenant industrial portfolio totaling 56,000 square feet in the Chicago suburb of Wood Dale. The transaction was sourced through a longstanding relationship with Colliers. The properties are 66 percent leased and home to seven tenants with suite sizes ranging from approximately 3,000 to 7,000 square feet. The buildings feature five dock-high doors and six drive-in doors. The portfolio offers convenient access to I-90, I-290 and I-294 as well as close proximity to the Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

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IHRA Acquires Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Kansas

Kristin Harlow — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0000

TOPEKA, KAN. — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has acquired Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka. Originally opened in 1963 as Topeka Dragway, the facility later evolved into Heartland Motorsports Park. Over the decades, the park has hosted major national drag racing events, road racing, karting, motocross and grassroots competitions. Planned restoration and redevelopment efforts will focus on creating a year-round destination that blends motorsports with live entertainment and community engagement. Specifically, plans call for: revitalized drag racing operations with improved racer and fan amenities; expanded motorsports and special event programming; live music, concerts and festival experiences; enhanced hospitality, vendor and fan experience areas; community-focused events designed to drive tourism and economic impact. Renovation planning will begin immediately, with additional announcements regarding redevelopment phases, event schedules and community partnerships expected in the coming months.

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Transwestern to Relocate Downtown Chicago Headquarters, Signs 35,000 SF Lease

Kristin Harlow — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:02:00 +0000

CHICAGO — Transwestern Real Estate Services has unveiled plans to relocate its Chicago office to 123 N. Wacker Drive, signing a long-term lease for 35,000 square feet for the tower’s penthouse. The brokerage firm plans to take occupancy this fall. The firm is departing from its location at 200 W. Madison St. after nearly 20 years. The Chicago office is one of two Transwestern locations in the metro area, with a second office in Rosemont serving the suburban office and industrial markets. Transwestern will occupy floors 28-30 of the building. The 28th floor features private outdoor space, while the 30th floor provides direct access to the building’s tenant lounge. The property also features a refreshed lobby, indoor-outdoor workspaces, a coffee bar, conferencing facilities and fitness center. Eric Myers of Transwestern and the firm’s agency leasing team will partner with Sterling Bay in representing office leasing at 123 N. Wacker Drive this year. The Transwestern team has prior experience with leasing the building. Larry Serota represented Transwestern on an internal basis, while Russ Cora and Austin Lusson of Sterling Bay represented the landlord.

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Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of 67-Room Boutique Hotel in La Crosse, Wisconsin

Kristin Harlow — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

LA CROSSE, WIS. — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the sale of The Charmont Hotel, a 67-room boutique hotel property in La Crosse. The property was formerly a 19th-century candy factory. The hotel features a full-service restaurant, rooftop terrace, fitness center and more than 900 square feet of meeting space. Open since 2017, the asset is steps from the Mississippi River. Ebrahim Valliani, Michael Klar, Dan Danielak and Todd Lindblom of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller, a private investor group, and procured the buyer, Diane Hendricks, founder of Hendricks Commercial Properties LLC. The transaction received additional support from Chris Gomes and Allan Miller of Marcus & Millichap’s Miller-Gomes Hotel Team.

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Greenstone Partners Brokers $17M Sale of Flex Industrial Property in Chicago

Kristin Harlow — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:59:00 +0000

CHICAGO — Greenstone Partners has brokered the sale of a flex industrial property in Chicago’s Irving Park neighborhood for nearly $17 million. Located at 3800 N. Milwaukee Ave., the 128,222-square-foot facility features a diverse tenant mix, including a daycare, multiple indoor sports facilities and an auto-related office and service operator. At the time of sale, the property was 98 percent leased. Danny Spitz and Brewster Hague of Greenstone represented the seller and procured the buyer, an Illinois-based private equity group.

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JLL Secures Refinancing for Dual-Branded, 523-Room Hotel in Chicago

Kristin Harlow — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:58:16 +0000

CHICAGO — JLL Capital Markets has secured the refinancing for a dual-branded hotel in Chicago’s River North district. The property comprises the 270-room Residence Inn River North and the 253-room SpringHill Suites River North, both of which are Marriott-affiliated and located at 410 N. Dearborn St. Danny Kaufman, Jeffrey Bucaro and Malia Buljat of JLL worked on behalf of the borrower, a joint venture between Friedman Properties and White Lodging, to secure a fixed-rate, five-year loan through PGIM. Both hotels completed a renovation of all guestrooms in April 2025. Public space and meeting room renovations are slated for completion in February. The property features 1,358 square feet of meeting space, a fitness center and multiple food-and-beverage outlets, including two new restaurant concepts by Lettuce Entertain You — Gus’s Slip & Dip and Crying Tiger — that opened on the ground floor. The Residence Inn offers suites with full kitchens, separate living areas and complimentary breakfast. The SpringHill Suites offers suites with kitchenettes and amenities.

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CBRE Arranges Sale, Financing for Two-Property Industrial Portfolio in Metro Minneapolis

Kristin Harlow — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:57:35 +0000

MAPLE GROVE, MINN. — CBRE has arranged the sale and acquisition financing for a 255,501-square-foot, two-property industrial portfolio in Maple Grove. Enclave purchased the portfolio from Artis REIT for $25.5 million. CBRE’s Judd Welliver, Bentley Smith, Zach Graham, Ryan Bain, Michael Caprile and Joe Horrigan represented the seller. CBRE’s Joel Torborg, Mike Vannelli and Billy Mork arranged a $15 million loan with a fixed interest rate and interest-only payments through a life insurance company. Located at 9200 Forestview Lane North and 9155 Cottonwood Lane, the properties are currently fully leased to two tenants.

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SVN Chicago Negotiates Sale of Four-Property Redevelopment Site in Winnetka, Illinois

Kristin Harlow — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:56:42 +0000

WINNETKA, ILL. — SVN Chicago Commercial has negotiated the sale of a multi-parcel assemblage anchored at 911 Green Bay Road in the Chicago suburb of Winnetka, creating a mixed-use redevelopment opportunity in the city’s Hubbard Woods business district. The assemblage includes 1007 Tower Court, 911-913 Green Bay Road, 907-909 Green Bay Road and 901-905 Green Bay Road. John Joyce and Steven Hirsch of SVN Chicago brokered the transaction. One of the four properties sold was the last industrial-zoned parcel in Winnetka, marking a pivotal shift in land use. According to SVN, the last major redevelopment in the Hubbard Woods business district occurred in 1980 with McDonald’s. In recent years, the village has completed streetscape and infrastructure improvements, rebranding the corridor as the Hubbard Woods Design District. The assemblage required four coordinated sales across multiple ownership groups and legal teams. SVN was the only broker involved and has been retained to market the retail component of the redevelopment.

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Barry Co. Brokers Sale of 23,267 SF Industrial Building in Port Washington, Wisconsin

Kristin Harlow — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:55:53 +0000

PORT WASHINGTON, WIS. — The Barry Co. has brokered the sale of a 23,267-square-foot industrial building with a separate 4,800-square-foot outbuilding in Port Washington. David Buckley of Barry represented the seller, while Mark Gorski of Summit Commercial Real Estate represented the buyer, Gurtz Electric of Port Washington LLC. Dr. Ag Services Inc. had previously bought the building in April 2024 and completed a strategic repositioning, increasing the property value by about 48 percent when sold again after 18 months.

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Real Capital Solutions Acquires Chicago Office Tower for $132.5M

Hayden Spiess — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:13:00 +0000

CHICAGO — Real estate investment firm Real Capital Solutions (RCS) has acquired 401 N. Michigan Ave., a Class A office tower in Chicago, for $132.5 million. Situated on the Chicago River’s north bank along the city’s Magnificent Mile, the property totals 35 stories and 747,522 square feet. According to RCS, the acquisition price represents a 77.8 percent discount relative to replacement cost. The seller was not disclosed, but Crain’s Chicago Business reports that a joint venture led by locally based Walton Street Capital sold the tower. The news outlet also reports that the transaction represents the highest sales price for a Chicago office tower since 2022. 401 N. Michigan was roughly 87 percent leased at the time of sale. Tenants of the building include the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, the American Dental Association, Scion and private equity firm BDT & MSD Partners. Since 2023, more than 275,000 square feet of leasing activity has been executed at the property. The building also recently underwent $17 million in renovations, including improvements to the lobby and amenity spaces. “The acquisition of 401 N. Michigan represents a rare opportunity to secure a top-performing, institutional office tower in an irreplaceable riverfront location,” says Adam Abeln, chief…

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Transwestern Negotiates 159,403 SF of Office Leases at Civic Opera Building in Chicago

Kristin Harlow — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:19:23 +0000

CHICAGO — Transwestern Real Estate Services has negotiated 159,403 square feet of new and renewal office lease transactions at the Civic Opera Building, which is located at 20 N. Wacker Drive in Chicago. John Nelson, Eric Myers and Kathleen Bertrand of Transwestern serve as the broker representative team for the historic property. Transwestern’s Asset Services group manages the building. Since the beginning of 2025, 24 leases have been completed at the Civic Opera Building. Eight new tenants signed deals for a total of 102,260 square feet. Notably, coworking space provider Workbox signed a lease for 68,137 square feet. Fifteen tenants renewed their space for a total of 57,143 square feet. Built in 1928, the 915,000-square-foot, 44-story building was renovated in 2015. In 2021, the Circuit Court of Cook County appointed Transwestern as the receiver of the property. Amenities include a conference center, studio theater, fitness center, roof terrace and tenant lounge.

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Mavrek Acquires 20,000 SF Retail Building in Chicago’s Gold Coast

Kristin Harlow — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:18:36 +0000

CHICAGO — Mavrek has acquired 12-16 W. Maple Avenue, a 20,000-square-foot, four-story retail building in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Mavrek plans to renovate the building into flexible space for retail and office tenants. The property offers 75 feet of frontage along Maple Street and is partly occupied by CorePower Yoga on the fourth floor. Paul Bryant and Brendan Reedy of Mid-America Real Estate Corp. will handle leasing efforts.

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Bernard Financial Group Arranges $5M in Financing for North Dakota Multifamily Community

Kristin Harlow — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:18:07 +0000

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Bernard Financial Group (BFG) has arranged a $5 million permanent loan for a 55-unit multifamily property in Grand Forks. Joshua Bernard of BFG arranged the loan through a life insurance company. The borrower was a partnership between Holiday Air Owner LLC, Skyline Village Owner LLC and University Heights Owner LLC.

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