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US Commercial, Multifamily Construction Starts Down 20 Percent in 2020, Says Dodge Data

by John Nelson January 26, 2021

HAMILTON, N.J. —The value of commercial and multifamily construction starts in 2020 tumbled 20 percent to end the year at $193.4 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. Within the top 20 metropolitan areas that the Hamilton-based research firm tracks, the fall was more severe as that group’s starts fell by 23 percent in value, or $111.1 billion. Overall, commercial real estate starts fell 26 percent in value to $104 billion, while multifamily building activity slid by 11 percent to $89.5 billion. Richard Branch, chief economist for Dodge Data, says that the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant negative impact on commercial and multifamily construction across the country with only a few markets seeing year-over-year increases in construction starts compared to 2019. “The construction sector will show signs of recovery in 2021, but, the road back to full recovery will be long and difficult. The effects of the pandemic on the U.S. economy and building markets will be felt for several years,” says Branch. “While some areas stabilized over the summer, the current wave of the virus has further hindered activity.” Only one metro area in Dodge Data’s top 10, Phoenix, reported a year-over increase in construction starts. The No. 7 …

January 26, 2021

Acquisitions Industrial New Jersey Northeast

Cohen Asset Management Buys 725,000 SF Industrial Portfolio in Northern New Jersey

by Taylor Williams January 25, 2021

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Cohen Asset Management has purchased an 18-building, 725,000-square-foot industrial portfolio in the Meadowlands and surrounding submarkets of Northern New Jersey. The portfolio, which was fully leased at the time of sale, is primarily comprised of shallow-bay warehouses ranging in size from 16,000 to 78,000 square feet. Jon Mikula and Michael Lachs of JLL arranged acquisition financing for the deal through Principal Real Estate Advisors.

January 25, 2021

Loans New Jersey Northeast Office

Rubenstein Mortgage Arranges $57M Acquisition Loan for Northern New Jersey Office Building

by Taylor Williams January 25, 2021

MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — Rubenstein Mortgage Capital has arranged a $57 million acquisition loan for a 465,000-square-foot office building located at 115 Tabor Road in the Northern New Jersey community of Morris Plains. The property was originally developed as a build-to-suit in 2007 as a headquarters facility for Pfizer. Following Pfizer’s acquisition by Johnson & Johnson, the building was vacant until Honeywell purchased it in 2015 and implemented a full interior renovation. Amenities now include a cafeteria, auditorium, basketball court and a fitness center. Andrew Murray of Rubenstein Mortgage originated the loan through an undisclosed lender on behalf of the borrower, Argent Ventures.

January 25, 2021

Acquisitions New Jersey Northeast Office

Savills Negotiates Sale of 127,000 SF Office Property in Montvale, New Jersey

by Taylor Williams January 25, 2021

MONTVALE, N.J. — Savills Inc. has negotiated the sale of a 127,000-square-foot office property in Montvale, located in the northernmost part of the state. Private equity firm Tryko Partners purchased the asset from Western Union, which was also the building’s former occupant, for $5.5 million. Gregg Najarian, Slava Vaynberg, Nate Brzozowski and Brendan Fisher of Savills brokered the deal on behalf of Western Union. Tryko plans to convert the building into a nursing home facility.

January 25, 2021

Industrial Loans New Jersey Northeast Retail

Madison Realty Capital Provides $73.5M Loan for Refinancing of New Jersey Commercial Portfolio

by Taylor Williams January 22, 2021

NEW YORK CITY — Madison Realty Capital, a New York-based real estate private equity firm, has provided a $73.5 million loan for the refinancing of a portfolio of eight commercial properties in New Jersey. The portfolio consists of an 8.7-acre residential, commercial and self-storage development site in Harrison; three industrial assets in Harrison, Kearny and Boonton; a Class A industrial flex building; a net-leased retail property in Harrison; and two parcels totaling 8.1 acres in Kearny and Brick. Glenn Thomas and Thomas Ravert of Pathway Capital Corp. arranged the loan. The borrower was not disclosed.

January 22, 2021

Acquisitions Industrial New Jersey Northeast

Woodmont, EverWest Acquire 144,551 SF Industrial Facility in South Brunswick, New Jersey

by Taylor Williams January 22, 2021

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A partnership between Woodmont Industrial Properties and EverWest Real Estate Investors has acquired a 144,551-square-foot industrial facility in South Brunswick, located in between Trenton and Newark. The property offers proximity to the New Jersey Turnpike and State Route 130. Building features include 22-foot clear heights, 22 dock doors and 120-foot truck court depths. David Blitt of Bussel Realty represented the seller, which has leased back the space on a short-term basis, in the transaction. The new ownership plans to renovate the building.

January 22, 2021

Loans New Jersey Northeast Office

G.S. Wilcox Arranges $6.8M Loan for Refinancing of Office Building in Bridgewater, New Jersey

by Taylor Williams January 22, 2021

BRIDGEWATER, N.J. — G.S. Wilcox & Co. has arranged a $6.8 million loan for the refinancing of Greymark at Bridgewater, a 111,500-square-foot office building in Northern New Jersey. According to LoopNet Inc., the three-story property was built in 1985, renovated in 2017 and features a conference facility and onsite food services. David Fryer of G.S. Wilcox originated the loan through an undisclosed lender. The borrower was also undisclosed.

January 22, 2021

Company News New Jersey Northeast

Four Springs Capital Trust Receives $50M Investment From Goldman Sachs to Grow Portfolio

by Taylor Williams January 21, 2021

LAKE COMO, N.J. — Four Springs Capital Trust, a private REIT focused on single-tenant industrial, medical, office and retail assets, has received a $50 million investment from Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) in the form of preferred stock. New Jersey-based Four Springs Capital will use the funds to provide liquidity to an existing investor and to grow its portfolio, which currently consists of 101 commercial properties totaling 3.6 million square feet across 28 states. As of Dec. 31, 2020, that portfolio was valued at $510 million. Goldman Sachs made the investment through one of its Vintage Funds, which provide capital to private investors and asset managers worldwide.

January 21, 2021

Loans Multifamily New Jersey Northeast

JLL Arranges $89.5M Construction Loan for Harrison Yards Multifamily Project Near Newark

by Taylor Williams January 21, 2021

HARRISON, N.J. — JLL has arranged an $89.5 million construction loan to fund completion of Phase I and predevelopment of Phase II of Harrison Yards, a mixed-use project by Eastone Equities located outside of Newark. Phase I, which is nearly complete, features a 205-unit multifamily community with 7,670 square feet of retail space. Phase II will consist of 898 apartment units, 204,709 square feet of commercial space, a 200-key hotel and 1,350 parking spaces. Scott Aiese, Peter Rotchford, Alex Staikos and Brendan Collins of JLL arranged the loan through Invictus Real Estate Partners.

January 21, 2021

Affordable Housing Development Multifamily New Jersey Northeast

Walters Nears Completion of 68-Unit Affordable Housing Project in Marlton, New Jersey

by Taylor Williams January 21, 2021

MARLTON, N.J. — Walters, a New Jersey-based developer of affordable housing, is nearing completion of Cornerstone at Greentree, a 68-unit income-restricted community for residents age 55 and above in the Southern New Jersey city of Marlton. Units feature full-size washers and dryers, fully equipped kitchens, secure keyless entry and energy-efficient appliances. Communal amenities include a fitness center, Wi-Fi in common areas and onsite management and maintenance. A staffed social services coordinator will also be available upon request. Full completion is expected to occur in the first quarter.

January 21, 2021

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