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BG Capital, FreezPak Logistics to Build $120M Cold Storage Facility in Jacksonville

by John Nelson September 20, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, FLA. — Philadelphia-based BG Capital and New Jersey-based FreezPak Logistics have purchased a 20.5-acre development site at 8730 Somers Road in Jacksonville for $11.2 million. The duo plan to develop an approximately $120 million cold storage facility spanning 272,400 square feet at the site, which is located near JaxPort’s Talleyrand and Dames Point terminals. The property, dubbed FreezPak Jacksonville, will feature 34 loading docks, 132 trailer parking stalls, 90 container plug-ins and 194 car parking spots. The facility will offer 56,000 pallet positions in the freezer space spanning 211,517 square feet and the cooler dock spanning 40,480 square feet. Users will have access to blast freezing, cross-docking, transportation, repacking, overseas container plug-in and USDA and FDA compliance at the facility, as well as a fleet of 42 robots installed by FreezPak’s robotic division. BG Capital and FreezPak plan to break ground on the Jacksonville project in the first quarter of 2023 and deliver in first-quarter 2024. FreezPak has another Florida development in the works, FreezPak Miami, which is set to open in December. BG Capital has partnered with FreezPak Logistics to build and own more than $3 billion of cold storage projects in seaport markets around the country. The …

September 20, 2022

Development District of Columbia Multifamily Southeast

Partnership to Develop 10-Story Residential Building Near Howard University in D.C.

by John Nelson September 20, 2022

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A partnership between Lowe, FLGA and Davenport Group has secured a 99-year ground lease from Howard University to construct a new residential tower on two sites in Washington, D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood currently being used as student parking lots. The 1.9-acre assemblage at 2251 Sherman Ave. and 2047 9th St. NW will be converted into a 525,000-square-foot, 10-story tower housing up to 500 residences, 27,000 square feet of commercial space and an underground parking garage. The partnership is undertaking the development with USAA Real Estate. JLL arranged an undisclosed amount of bridge financing for the land transaction through Eagle Bank. Construction is anticipated to commence in fall 2023. The project is the latest transaction by Howard University to densify its campus while maintaining long-term control of its real estate. Plans for the new housing include units ranging from studios to larger two-bedroom with den floor plans. Approximately 40 units will be designated as affordable housing, with the potential to increase that number to 60 units. Planned amenities include a club room, fitness center and rooftop patio and pool. The unnamed project is also set to include a 25-foot-wide public plaza fronting the future extension of W Street that …

September 20, 2022

Development Georgia Industrial Southeast

OA Development Breaks Ground on 1 MSF Industrial Park Near Atlanta Airport

by John Nelson September 20, 2022

ATLANTA — Locally based OA Development has broken ground on Victory Landing Logistics Center, a nearly 1 million-square-foot industrial park located adjacent to I-285 near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The developer expects to deliver the first phase, comprising five buildings totaling 700,000 square feet, next summer. Along with planned road improvements, the project represents $83 million in total investment. Roughly 30 percent of the site is designated green space and wetlands, according to OA Development. In addition to OA Development, the project team includes general contractor The Conlan Co. and Roswell, Ga.-based architectural firm Randall-Paulson Architects. Pat Murphy of Cushman & Wakefield is leasing the development.

September 20, 2022

Development Florida Southeast Student Housing

Lynn University, Capstone Development Complete $40.5M Residence Hall Project in Boca Raton

by John Nelson September 20, 2022

BOCA RATON, FLA. — A public-private partnership between Lynn University and Capstone Development Partners has opened Capstone Apartments, a $40.5 million residence hall located on the university’s campus in Boca Raton. The 112,369-square-foot community offers 342 beds in studio, two- and four-bedroom configurations for upperclassmen and graduate students. Shared amenities include a community kitchen, entertainment lounge, flexible workspace, multi-purpose room, study lounges and laundry facilities on each floor. The development was designed to achieve LEED Silver certification with sustainable elements including the use of locally sourced materials, solar sunshades, low-E glazing, high socially responsible investment (SRI) roof materials, low-flow fixtures, a high-efficiency HVAC system and LED lighting. Capstone Management Partners manages the facility, while the university provides resident life services, support, IT and campus safety services. Gerrits Construction, Design Collective, Donahue Architecture and Design and Provident Resources Group were part of the project’s design-build team.

September 20, 2022

Georgia Loans Office Southeast

Lightstone Capital Provides $27M Refinancing of Office Building in Atlanta’s Cumberland-Galleria District

by John Nelson September 20, 2022

ATLANTA — Lightstone Capital has provided a $27 million loan for the refinancing of 2000 Riveredge Parkway, a 12-story, 240,000-square-foot office building in Atlanta’s Cumberland-Galleria submarket. The Florida-based borrower, Mainstreet Capital Partners, will use the financing to refinance existing debt and fund future leasing costs. Ed Coco and Matt Casey of JLL arranged the financing on behalf of Mainstreet. Situated near the Chattahoochee Nature Center, the property was about 50 percent occupied at the time of the financing to 20 tenants, including Aetna, Atlas Roofing, VITAS Healthcare and Diamond Crystal Brands. The building has 24/7 security, a recently added fitness center with showers and lockers, conferencing facilities, a renovated deli, private balconies, attached structured deck parking and a tenant lounge. Mainstreet Capital plans to use the loan proceeds to upgrade the parking deck terrace, complete multiple spec suites, update the restrooms and make minor mechanical updates.

September 20, 2022

Development Multifamily Texas

GenCap Partners Underway on 586-Unit Multifamily Project in Manor, Texas

by Taylor Williams September 20, 2022

MANOR, TEXAS — Developer GenCap Partners is underway on construction of The Park at Manor Crossing, a 586-unit multifamily project that will be located in the eastern Austin suburb of Manor. The community will be developed in two phases, with Phase I comprising 301 units and slated for a fourth-quarter completion. The second phase will deliver 285 units, with construction scheduled to commence in late 2024 and move-ins to begin in 2026. Residences will feature one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans and will be furnished with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplashes and individual washers and dryers. Amenities will include a pool, grilling areas, fitness center, dog park, clubhouse, coworking lounge and a package locker system.

September 20, 2022

Acquisitions Multifamily Texas

DLP Capital, ORP Investments Buy 297-Unit Elan Memorial Park Apartments in Houston

by Taylor Williams September 20, 2022

HOUSTON — A partnership between two investment firms, Florida-based DLP Capital and metro Houston-based ORP Investments, has purchased Elan Memorial Park, a 297-unit multifamily property in Houston’s River Oaks neighborhood. Built in 2016, the property houses 17,000 square feet of retail space and was 92 percent occupied at the time of sale. Units come in one- and two-bedroom floor plans, and the amenity package comprises a pool, fitness center, coffee bar and a clubhouse with a gaming area. The new ownership plans to upgrade the building’s painting, siding and landscaping. The seller was not disclosed.

September 20, 2022

Acquisitions Industrial Texas

Partners Acquires 53,500 SF Industrial Flex Property in Southwest Houston

by Taylor Williams September 20, 2022

HOUSTON — Partners, a Houston-based investment and brokerage firm formerly known as NAI Partners, has acquired a 53,500-square-foot industrial flex property located at 10849-10899 Kinghurst Drive in southwest Houston. The property was fully leased at the time of sale. Jason Scholtz of Colliers represented Partners in the transaction. Veritex Community Bank provided acquisition financing. The seller and sales price were not disclosed.

September 20, 2022

Industrial Leasing Activity Texas

Kirkwood & Darby Signs 5,667 SF Office Lease in Fort Worth

by Taylor Williams September 20, 2022

FORT WORTH, TEXAS — Tax consulting firm Kirkwood & Darby has signed a 5,667-square-foot office lease at 2601 Scott Ave. in Fort Worth. According to LoopNet Inc., the six-story property was built in 1980 and renovated in 2021. Vic Meyer and Jake Neal of Holt Lunsford Commercial represented the tenant in the lease negotiations. Jeff Marek of Vision Commercial Real Estate represented the landlord, WRA Investments LP.

September 20, 2022

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Acquisitions Colorado Multifamily Western

Berkadia Negotiates $110.9M Sale of Springs at Foothills Farms Apartments in Colorado Springs

by Amy Works September 20, 2022

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. — Berkadia Institutional Solutions has arranged the sale of Springs at Foothills Farms, a garden-style multifamily community located at 1203 Affirmed View in Colorado Springs. Wisconsin-based Continental Properties Co. sold the asset to California-based Hamilton Zanze & Co. for $110.9 million. Built in 2021, Springs at Foothills Farms features 264 apartments in a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans with in-unit washers/dryers, private patios or balconies, attached and detached garage options and walk-in closets. Community amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center and outdoor barbecue area. Nick Steele, John Laratta, Nate Moyer and Tyler King of Berkadia Denver represented the seller in the deal. Additionally, Clay Akiwenzie of Berkadia Incline Village arranged $58.1 million in permanent acquisition financing on behalf of the buyer. The 10-year loan was financed through Freddie Mac.

September 20, 2022

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