Midwest

Despite Costs, Developers Pursue Rehab Opportunities for Detroit’s Historic Buildings

by Kristin Harlow July 30, 2020

By Steven Phillip Siegel Mies van der Rohe. Yamasaki. Kamper. Kahn. Portman. Gyllis. Some of the biggest architects in the world have a presence in Detroit. Motown’s exceptional confluence of architects and designers earned the city a UNESCO City of Design designation, the only city in the United States to receive the UN’s award for design excellence. However, beginning in the early 1970s, many of the city’s finest architectural works slowly sank under a weakening market amid tenant (and residential) flight to the suburbs. In the aftermath of the Great Recession, developers, led by Dan Gilbert’s Bedrock, began slowly redeveloping Detroit’s architectural gems. Historic properties like downtown’s David Stott Building or New Center’s Fisher Building saw massive capital investments in recent years. Yet, many city residents and tenants find it hard to comprehend why rents on these new projects are so much higher than the rest of the market. The narrative of Detroit’s architectural gems — and the financial Jenga it takes to make them succeed — tells the story of the city’s modern-day renaissance. “To us, it’s a passion project,” says Brett Yuhsaz, Bedrock’s director of construction, who has worked on some of the city’s most notable historic rehabs, …

July 30, 2020

Illinois Midwest Restaurant Retail

McDonald’s Reports 30 Percent Drop in Second-Quarter Revenue

by Kristin Harlow July 29, 2020

CHICAGO — McDonald’s Corp. has reported a 30 percent decrease in its consolidated revenue for the second quarter that ended June 30 due to coronavirus lockdowns. The global fast-food chain reported second-quarter net income of $483.8 million, compared with $1.5 billion for the same period a year ago. Chicago-based McDonald’s says it spent more than $200 million on marketing efforts to accelerate recovery from coronavirus losses, which contributed to the drop in net income. In the United States, 99 percent of McDonald’s restaurants were open as of June 30. About 2,000 dining rooms reopened with reduced seating capacity following temporary closures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Chris Kempczinski, president and CEO, says that a strong drive-thru presence and investments in delivery and digital platforms have served the company well through this time.

July 29, 2020

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Gorjian Acquisitions Sells 500,000 SF Midwest Retail Portfolio for $25M

by Kristin Harlow July 29, 2020

OHIO, WISCONSIN, INDIANA AND MISSOURI — Gorjian Acquisitions has sold eight retail and mixed-use properties totaling more than 500,000 square feet for $25 million. The portfolio includes the following Midwest properties: Saint Clairsville Plaza in Saint Clairsville, Ohio; Bradley Square in Milwaukee; Cabool Center in Cabool, Mo.; a single-tenant Dunkin’ property in Gary, Ind.; and Lafayette Center in Indianapolis. The portfolio also includes a mixed-use building in Brooklyn, N.Y.; a single-tenant Family Dollar property in Danville, Va.; and Oglethorpe Plaza in Albany, Ga. Gorjian Acquisitions, based in Great Neck, N.Y., is led by Joel J. Gorjian. The privately held commercial real estate investment and management firm holds an ownership interest in 75 properties nationwide. Buyer information was not disclosed.

July 29, 2020

Illinois Industrial Leasing Activity Midwest

LBP Manufacturing Renews 180,417 SF Industrial Lease in Chicago

by Kristin Harlow July 29, 2020

CHICAGO — LBP Manufacturing, a global food packaging company, has renewed its 180,417-square-foot industrial lease at 1401 N. Cicero Ave. in Chicago. Kris Bjorson of JLL represented the tenant in the lease transaction. ML Realty Partners is the landlord. LBP chose to renew its lease due to the building location and interstate access, according to Patrick Shannon, senior vice president at ML Realty.

July 29, 2020

Acquisitions Midwest Office Wisconsin

Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke Brokers Sale of 9,777 SF Office Building in Brookfield, Wisconsin

by Kristin Harlow July 29, 2020

BROOKFIELD, WIS. — Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke has brokered the sale of a 9,777-square-foot office building located at 15420 W. Capitol Drive in Brookfield, a suburb of Milwaukee. The sales price was undisclosed. Andrew Jensen, Katie Brueske and Jim Cavanaugh of Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke represented the seller, 15420 W Capitol LLC. Michael Kleber of Zilber Property Group represented the buyer, Marboo Properties LLC.

July 29, 2020

Illinois Leasing Activity Midwest Retail

Northwestern Cutlery Signs 5,000 SF Retail Lease in Chicago

by Kristin Harlow July 29, 2020

CHICAGO — Northwestern Cutlery has signed a 5,000-square-foot retail lease at 7138 W. Higgins Ave. in the Norwood Park neighborhood of Chicago. The kitchen supply store joins tenants such as Walter Lily Flowers, Made Men barber shop, Athletico Physical Therapy and Mather’s. Simeon Spirrison and George Spirrison of Adelphia Properties represented the undisclosed landlord in the lease transaction.

July 29, 2020

Development Midwest Missouri Mixed-Use Top Stories

Clayco to Redevelop Vacant Hospital into $100M Mixed-Use Project in St. Louis

by Kristin Harlow July 29, 2020

ST. LOUIS — Clayco is underway on Delmar Divine, a $100 million redevelopment of a long-vacated hospital campus along Delmar Boulevard in St. Louis. The 500,000-square-foot project will become “a hub for innovation and enterprise,” according to Clayco. Completion is slated for fall 2021. The first phase will establish a nonprofit working space, a café and residential apartments. The 150 multifamily units will be geared toward professionals in fields such as social work, nursing and policing. More office space and services such as early childhood education will follow. The developers hope to attract a myriad of nonprofits, foundations and community support organizations to the project. The name “Delmar Divine” draws a sharp contrast to how the area has historically been negatively perceived, according to Clayco. For many years, the area was referred to as the “Delmar Divide” due to racial and income stratifications that existed on the north and south ends of the street. “We want to enhance growth and investment in this neighborhood,” says Bob Clark, executive chairman and founder of Clayco. “At the same time, we want to do it responsibly so we’re not displacing people or relocating anyone, but bringing prosperity, jobs and the type of development …

July 29, 2020

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Greystone Provides $30.8M Freddie Mac Loan for Expansion of Affordable Housing Property Near Minneapolis

by Kristin Harlow July 28, 2020

BLOOMINGTON, MINN. — Greystone has provided a $30.8 million Freddie Mac loan for the refinancing and expansion of Village Club in Bloomington, about 10 miles south of Minneapolis. The loan, in combination with other capital sources, will be used to construct 172 new apartment units on land adjacent to the existing complex. Two new buildings will offer three- and four-bedroom floor plans and will be known as SoLo Apartments. Construction is slated to begin in August. Kyle Jemtrud of Greystone originated the loan on behalf of the borrower, Aeon. The 18-year loan features a fixed rate and a 40-year amortization. The existing 306 units at Village Club serve mixed-income residents, with more than half of the units restricted to residents who earn at or below 60 percent of the area median income (AMI). The remaining units are at or below 80 percent of the AMI. Two-thirds of the new units at SoLo will be affordable at or below 60 percent of the AMI and one-third will be at or below 80 percent AMI.

July 28, 2020

Illinois Industrial Leasing Activity Midwest

Midwest Custom Case Leases 239,700 SF Warehouse in Monee, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow July 28, 2020

MONEE, ILL. — Midwest Custom Case Inc. has leased a 239,700-square-foot warehouse at 25975 Cleveland Ave. in Monee, about 40 miles south of Chicago. The designer and manufacturer of store fixture products will relocate from 425 Crossing Drive in University Park once the lease commences this fall. The facility features a clear height of 30 feet, 25 docks, four drive-in doors and 5,265 square feet of office space. Jim Estus and Matthew Stauber of Colliers International represented the tenant. The landlord was undisclosed.

July 28, 2020

Development Midwest Minnesota Multifamily

Stahl Completes Renovation of 39-Story Apartment Tower in Minneapolis

by Kristin Harlow July 28, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — Stahl has completed a renovation of The Carlyle in the historic Mill District of Minneapolis. Stahl remodeled all common areas, including the addition of a new club room, the expansion of the fitness area and a new studio for yoga and other classes. The 249 units received upgraded finishes and technology. ESG Architects served as architect for the project that began in September 2019. The Carlyle was originally built in 2007.

July 28, 2020

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