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Vanderlande Industries to Open Cincinnati Office in Governor’s Pointe Office Park

by Kristin Harlow August 31, 2020

MASON, OHIO — Vanderlande Industries has signed an office lease at Governor’s Pointe Office Park in Mason, about 25 miles northeast of Cincinnati. Amsterdam-based Vanderlande, a material handling and logistics automation company, will occupy the 4705 Duke Drive building beginning in October. The 141,000-square-foot building features a marketplace and break area on the first floor as well as outdoor seating and a walking trail. Scott Abernethy and Michelle Klingenberg of Cushman & Wakefield represented the landlord, Smith/Hallemann Partners. Jeff Bender and Seattle Stein of Cushman & Wakefield represented Vanderlande.

August 31, 2020

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Big Lots Store Sales Increase 31.3 Percent Year Over Year

by Kristin Harlow August 28, 2020

COLUMBUS, OHIO — Big Lots Inc. (NYSE: BIG) has reported net sales of $1.6 billion in its fiscal second quarter, which ended Aug. 1. This figure is 31.3 percent higher than the second quarter of 2019, which totaled $1.2 billion. Bruce Thorn, president and CEO of the Columbus-based retailer, says the “record-breaking results” were driven by both in-store and online activity. Big Lots also reported net income of $452 million, which includes $341.9 million in earnings due to the sale-leasebacks of several distribution centers. The company’s stock price closed at $55.70 per share on Thursday, Aug. 27, up from $21.41 one year ago. Big Lots, which sells toys, furniture, clothing and small electronics, operates more than 1,400 stores nationwide.

August 28, 2020

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Emerald Creek Capital Provides $2.8M Acquisition Loan for Amazon Distribution Center in Ohio

by Amy Works August 21, 2020

AKRON, OHIO — Emerald Creek Capital has provided a $2.8 million acquisition loan for an undisclosed borrower. The loan is secured by a 45,540-square-foot warehouse in Akron. Situated on a seven-acre site with 277 parking spaces, the climate-controlled property features 21-foot clear heights, eight grade-level doors and two drive-in doors. Amazon occupies the warehouse and will use it in conjunction with the company’s new 2.7 million-square-foot fulfillment center that is currently under construction in southwest Akron. Matt Fantuzzi of Emerald Creek Capital originated the financing.

August 21, 2020

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Three Reasons Cincinnati Is Industrial Hot Spot of America

by Kristin Harlow August 20, 2020

By Brian Leonard and Mark Volkman Tides are changing throughout the U.S. as companies work to confront COVID-19 and its implications on the national supply chain. Changing consumer preferences are forcing businesses to reevaluate their current supply chain and diversify their sources of supply. Since COVID-19, retailers across the country have experienced a 54 percent increase in online sales. This shows the value shoppers place on convenience and accessibility — the only missing factor from online shopping is the immediacy of a physical store. As a result, 51 percent of global retailers now offer same-day shipping to available areas, and 65 percent plan to offer same-day delivery services within a year. These factors, combined with the expectations of a “next normal,” will require fulfillment centers to be positioned close to customers to ensure timely deliveries. And finding a well-equipped, centrally located space can be a challenge. Luckily for investors, the Cincinnati market is emerging as a destination for warehouse and fulfillment centers. Cincinnati is nationally recognized for its accessibility to major markets, talented workforce and plentiful intermodal properties. Because of these reasons, major retailers like Wayfair and Hayneedle are dominating the market, making larger footprints harder to come by. Here …

August 20, 2020

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ACRE Provides $68.5M Refinancing for City Club Apartments in Cincinnati

by Amy Works August 18, 2020

CINCINNATI — Asia Capital Realty Estate (ACRE) has provided $68.5 million of floating-rate debt to refinance City Club Apartments. The loan, which was underwritten with a loan-to-value ratio of 63.4 percent, has a two-year term and two single-year extension options. Located at 309 Vine St. in Cincinnati, City Club Apartments is a mixed-use property featuring 294 apartments and penthouses, 31,928 square feet of office space and 17,498 square feet of retail space. The sponsor acquired the property in 2016 as a vacant office building and recently repositioned the asset into a Class A mixed-use apartment community. At the time the financing closed, 90 percent of the multifamily units were leased, 100 percent of the retail space was leased and 67 percent of the office space was occupied. Chicago-based Draper and Kramer brokered the transaction.

August 18, 2020

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Stan Johnson Co. Brokers Sales of Walmart-Occupied Properties in Michigan, Ohio for $31.6M

by Kristin Harlow August 17, 2020

HOWELL, MICH. AND CHILLICOTHE, OHIO — Stan Johnson Co. has brokered the sales of two Walmart Supercenter-occupied properties in the Midwest on behalf of Dayton, Ohio-based developer RG Properties. Daniel Herrold and Campbell Black of Stan Johnson represented RG Properties, the seller, in the transactions. The first property totals more than 214,000 square feet and is located at 3850 E. Grand River Ave. in Howell, about 38 miles southeast of Lansing, Michigan. Brandon Duff of Stan Johnson represented the buyer, Consolidated Tomoka Land Co., which purchased the asset for $20.6 million. The second property spans 204,184 square feet and is located at 85 River Trace Lane in Chillicothe, about 48 miles south of Columbus. It sold for approximately $11 million to Agree LP, an institutional investor. Both buildings were constructed in the 1990s and sit on roughly 20 acres.

August 17, 2020

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NorthMarq Arranges $1.9M Refinancing for Apartment Property in Cincinnati

by Kristin Harlow August 14, 2020

CINCINNATI — NorthMarq has arranged a $1.9 million Fannie Mae loan for the refinancing of Green Valley Apartments in Cincinnati. The 48-unit apartment property is located at 6708-6714 Harrison Ave. and features balconies and laundry facilities. Noah Juran of NorthMarq arranged the fixed-rate loan. The borrower was undisclosed.

August 14, 2020

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Ohio’s Deerfield Towne Center to Welcome Three New Tenants

by Kristin Harlow August 13, 2020

MASON, OHIO — Deerfield Towne Center, a shopping center in Mason near Cincinnati, is set to welcome three new tenants. COhatch is a coworking, meeting and social space with locations in Ohio and Indiana. AKT is a fitness studio that combines interval, strength and conditioning training with dance. Condado Tacos is a Mexican restaurant with a build-your-own taco concept and an extensive selection of tequilas and margaritas. The Columbus-based restaurant has expanded throughout the Midwest and Pennsylvania. Other recent tenant openings at Deerfield Towne Center include StretchLab, a wellness concept offering customized stretch sessions, and Japanese restaurant Genki Ramen. Built in 2004, Deerfield Towne Center is home to Whole Foods Market, Ashley Furniture, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Bed Bath & Beyond and Crunch Fitness.

August 13, 2020

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Phase II Development of Mixed-Use Project Surrounding Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio Expected to Begin This Year

by Kristin Harlow August 5, 2020

CANTON, OHIO — Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. (NASDAQ: HOFV) is working with multiple financial partners to obtain funding to move forward with Phase II of a massive mixed-use project surrounding the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. The project is named the Hall of Fame Village Powered by Johnson Controls. Phase I included the construction of the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium and the National Youth Football and Sports Complex. The stadium was dedicated in 2017. The developer expects to break ground on Phase II in the near future. Plans for Phase II include the following: a 75,000-square-foot office building; a premium hotel; a football-themed indoor waterpark; a 138,000-square-foot sport, event and convention facility; and a retail promenade featuring restaurants, retail and experiential entertainment offerings. Phase II is expected to take two-and-a-half to three years to complete. Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. was created in early July after a merger with Gordon Pointe Acquisition Corp. The company is now public and owns the Hall of Fame Village Powered by Johnson Controls. Mike Crawford is president and CEO. He previously led development of projects such as Downtown Disney in California and the Shanghai Disney …

August 5, 2020

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Gardner Capital Completes Development of 50-Unit Affordable Seniors Housing Community in Cincinnati

by Kristin Harlow August 5, 2020

CINCINNATI — Gardner Capital has completed development of Roselawn Gardens, a 50-unit affordable seniors housing community in Cincinnati. Eligible residents must earn 30 to 60 percent of the area median income. The unit mix features 11 one-bedroom apartments and 39 two-bedroom apartments. Amenities include meal service, a media room, health and wellness clinic, community room and public transportation. Project partners include the Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority and the Ohio Housing Finance Agency. Financial partners include Fifth Third Bank and Stratford Capital. Arco Construction served as the general contractor. Wallick Communities will manage the property.

August 5, 2020

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