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Lee & Associates’ Report: Q3 Results Shaped by Market Uncertainty, Questions of Legality, Tariffs, AI Considerations

by Sarah Daniels October 24, 2025

Lee & Associates’ 2025 Q3 North America Market Report examines a commercial real estate landscape experiencing some pauses as the effects of exogenous forces work their way through the market. Economic and legal questions, the second- and third-order effects of tariffs, persistently high costs, unemployment concerns and the new realities of artificial intelligence (AI) have combined to produce mixed results across all property types. Demand for office and retail has increased (and their respective pipelines remain constrained). Of the four property types covered in the report — industrial, office, retail and multifamily — only retail saw transaction momentum in the previous quarter. Meanwhile, the overbuilt industrial and multifamily sectors have witnessed weakening or negative demand in the third quarter. Lee & Associates’ full, detailed market report is available to read here. The overviews for the sectors below reveal a market that seems to be holding its breath, awaiting new information. Industrial Overview: Markets Await Tariff Clarity Net absorption of industrial space increased in the third quarter across North America, but demand was weak and failed again to keep pace with the supply of new buildings, while tenant growth remained hobbled by tariff concerns and interest rates. In the United States, following 8.1 million square feet …

October 24, 2025

Development Illinois Industrial Midwest

Hillwood, Clarius Break Ground on 920,123 SF University Park Logistics Center in Metro Chicago

by Kristin Harlow October 23, 2025

UNIVERSITY PARK, ILL. — Hillwood and Clarius Partners have broken ground on University Park Logistics Center, a 970,123-square-foot speculative industrial development in University Park, a southern suburb of Chicago. Situated by the I-57 interchange at Stuenkel Road, the site provides access to 85.5 million people within a single day’s drive, according to the developers. David Bercu and Jim Estus of Colliers are marketing the project for lease.

October 23, 2025

Acquisitions Illinois Midwest Multifamily Retail

Marcus & Millichap Brokers $15.5M Sale of Apartment, Retail Property in Chicago

by Kristin Harlow October 23, 2025

CHICAGO — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $15.5 million sale of a property in Chicago comprising 22 multifamily units and five commercial suites. Located at 1542 N. Damen Ave. and 2010 W. Pierce Ave. in the Wicker Park/Bucktown neighborhood, the asset is within walking distance of the CTA Blue Line and multiple bus routes. The residential units include a mix of one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The commercial spaces are fully leased to La Colombe, Urbanbelly, Blue Line Lounge & Grill, Eccentric Fitness and the Kadampa Meditation Center. Kyle Stengle of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller and procured the buyer, Stocking Urban LLC.

October 23, 2025

Acquisitions Midwest Retail Wisconsin

Mid-America Arranges Sale of 167,533 SF Point Loomis Shopping Center in Milwaukee

by Kristin Harlow October 23, 2025

MILWAUKEE — Mid-America Real Estate Corp. has arranged the sale of Point Loomis, a grocery-anchored shopping center in Milwaukee’s Southpoint neighborhood. The fully leased property is home to Kohl’s, Pick ’n Save, Chase Bank, Dunkin’, Tropical Smoothie Café and Spectrum. Joe Girardi, Patrick Corrigan and Dan Rosenfeld of Mid-America represented the seller. A private buyer purchased the asset.

October 23, 2025

Development Midwest Retail Wisconsin

Topgolf Begins Development of First Venue in Wisconsin Near Madison

by Kristin Harlow October 23, 2025

MONONA, WIS. — Topgolf has broken ground on its first venue in the state of Wisconsin. The two-level venue is set to open in fall 2026 and is located in Monona, about eight miles east of Madison. Topgolf will employ about 200 to 250 people at the property at 6400 Gisholt Drive. Topgolf Wisconsin will feature 72 outdoor climate-controlled hitting bays. Each bay will have lounge-type furniture or high-top tables. The venue will be equipped with Toptracer technology, which traces each golf ball’s flight path, distance and other metrics. There will also be a full-service restaurant and bar, more than 100 TVs, music and year-round family-friendly programming. An event space and outdoor patio will allow for team outings, family gatherings, meetings or celebrations.

October 23, 2025

Leasing Activity Midwest Office Ohio

CBRE Signs 19,500 SF Lease to Relocate Columbus, Ohio Office

by Kristin Harlow October 23, 2025

COLUMBUS, OHIO — CBRE has signed a 19,500-square-foot lease at 10 W. Nationwide Boulevard, a trophy office building within the Arena District in downtown Columbus owned and developed by Nationwide Realty Investors. The firm will relocate form 200 Civic Center Drive in summer 2026. The new office on the fifth floor is part of CBRE’s Workplace360 program, which includes innovative technology and a variety of collaborative spaces designed to support hybrid working. Brandon Ellis and David Morgan represented CBRE on an internal basis. CBRE has also been named the leasing agent for 10 W. Nationwide Boulevard, which rises five stories and totals 200,000 square feet. Designed by Ohio-based architectural firm Lupton Rausch, the building features an outdoor area that connects to parking areas and nearby amenities. The lobby and first-floor amenity space are being updated to include refreshed conference rooms and a café with indoor and outdoor seating.

October 23, 2025

Market Reports Midwest Midwest Market Reports Missouri Retail

Redevelopment Projects to Reshape St. Louis Retail Corridors

by Kristin Harlow October 23, 2025

By Emily Ackley, NAI DESCO The St. Louis retail market could be perceived as a contrasting story — national headlines continue to spotlight store closures and shifting consumer habits, and yet on the ground, St. Louis is working to write a quite different narrative. Vacancy rates remain tight, redevelopment projects are reshaping corridors and both suburban and urban districts are evolving to meet the demands of today’s consumers. It is not a market without its challenges, but St. Louis retail is far from stagnant. Market conditions As of the second quarter of 2025, the St. Louis retail market experienced a dynamic shift as a result of low vacancy rates, evolving consumer behavior and significant redevelopment projects across the St. Louis MSA. The overall retail vacancy rate stands at 4.7 percent, reflecting a 40-basis-point decrease quarter over quarter and an 80-basis-point decrease year over year, indicating a tightening market. Leasing activity remains robust, particularly in suburban areas of St. Louis, such as West County and St. Charles County, where vacancy rates have decreased by up to 140 basis points in the past year. This is being supported by a combination of steady population growth in the suburbs, shifting migration patterns and …

October 23, 2025

Acquisitions Illinois Midwest Multifamily

Standard, Vistria Group Buy Fox Valley Villages Apartment Community in Aurora, Illinois for $93.2M

by Kristin Harlow October 22, 2025

AURORA, ILL. — Standard Real Estate Investments LP and The Vistria Group LP have acquired Fox Valley Villages, a 420-unit apartment community in Aurora, for $93.2 million. The buyers plan to preserve long-term affordability for more than half of the apartments in the community. With this acquisition, Standard and Vistria jointly own 836 units in the Aurora/Naperville submarket. Situated on 21 acres, Fox Valley Villages includes 18 three-story buildings as well as a freestanding clubhouse, fitness center and maintenance garage. Additional amenities include two pools, a soccer field, dog park and barbecue areas. The property features 208 one-bedroom units and 212 two-bedroom residences and is 97 percent occupied. Standard and Vistria plan to invest more than $8 million in building improvements and renovations.

October 22, 2025

Acquisitions Illinois Midwest Retail

Cushman & Wakefield Brokers Sale of 320,933 SF Shopping Center in Springfield, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow October 22, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, ILL. — Cushman & Wakefield has brokered the sale of White Oaks Plaza, a 320,933-square-foot regional shopping center in Springfield. The sales price was not disclosed, but Cushman & Wakefield states that the transaction represents one of the largest open-air shopping center deals in the region’s history. The property is home to more than 50 retailers and is anchored by Kohl’s + Sephora as well as TJ Maxx, HomeGoods and Sierra. Additional tenants include Harvest Market, Chili’s, Olive Garden, Petco and a freestanding Skechers outlet. The center is situated immediately west of Veteran’s Parkway, the area’s main north-south thoroughfare, and across from White Oaks Mall. Evan Halkias, Mark Gilbert, Zander Fried and David Matheis of Cushman & Wakefield represented the seller, Washington Prime Group. The R.H. Johnson Co. was the buyer.

October 22, 2025

Indiana Loans Midwest Multifamily

KeyBank Arranges $57M Loan for Refinancing of Multifamily Property in Carmel, Indiana

by Kristin Harlow October 22, 2025

CARMEL, IND. — KeyBank Real Estate Capital (KBREC) has arranged a $57 million fixed-rate loan with a national life insurance company for the refinancing of The Steadman Apartment Homes, a newly completed multifamily property in the Indianapolis suburb of Carmel. The loan proceeds will be used to refinance outstanding construction debt. Completed in 2024, the property was 60 percent leased as of March 2025. The Steadman features 263 units, with floor plans averaging 1,007 square feet. Amenities include a fitness center, coworking and conference rooms, a pet spa, community lounge, game lounge, golf simulator, dog park, rooftop lounge, pool, outdoor courtyard and coffee bar. Indianapolis-based Cityscape Residential was the borrower. Samantha Miller and Greg Halvorson of KBREC arranged the financing.

October 22, 2025

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