BELLEVUE, WASH. — T&T Supermarkets has announced plans to open a 76,000-square-foot store in Bellevue, roughly 10 miles east of Seattle. Scheduled to open next summer at Marketplace at Factoria, the store will mark the first U.S. location for the brand. John Booth of Kidder Mathews represented T&T in the leasing negotiations.
BROOMFIELD, COLO. — Atomos Nuclear and Space Corp. has become the first tenant in Tepuy Properties’ 63,412-square-foot warehouse in Broomfield. The recently renovated building is located at 2360 Industrial Lane. Atomos specializes in space logistics with its development and operation of orbital transfer vehicles (OTVs) for missions in outer space. Its first mission is scheduled for launch in January 2024. The building underwent a $5 million renovation that divided it into six separate suites with common amenities. Atomos Space has leased two of the four storefronts, occupying 19,288 square feet, or about 30 percent of the building. The renovation included improvements to the roof, HVAC and electrical systems, loading dock, restrooms and overall aesthetics of the building’s exterior. Tepuy Properties plans to expand the Broomfield property by constructing a second building on the additional 2.5 acres of land. Once fully developed, the property is expected to offer about 100,000 square feet of rental space, making it the largest property in Tepuy’s portfolio.
CHICAGO — The Habitat Co. and P3 Markets have opened Phase I of 43 Green in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. The 99-unit, mixed-income apartment building is located at 4308 S. Calumet Ave. The project marks the first equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD) on Chicago’s South Side, according to the developers. Since 2013, the City of Chicago has been encouraging transit-oriented development near Chicago Transit Authority and Metra rail stations. In 2020, the city published its ETOD Policy Plan, which aims to drive investment near transit in disinvested communities, preventing displacement in communities facing rising housing costs and promoting affordable housing options near transit in low-affordability communities. Phase I is the largest of three planned buildings within the $100 million 43 Green development. The 10-story building features 5,500 square feet of retail space and amenities such as a fitness center, rooftop terrace, business center, picnic area, community room, laundry facilities and bicycle storage. Half of the units are reserved for households earning up to 60 percent of the area median income, with the remainder leased at market rate. Habitat has also secured construction financing for Phase II, and is expected to break ground on that 80-unit building by the end of June. Completion …
CHICAGO — Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has leased a new 132,000-square-foot cargo facility that is part of the third phase of the Northeast Cargo Complex at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport. Realterm developed and owns the facility, which features 122,000 square feet of warehouse space and 10,000 square feet of office space. There is also more than 200,000 square feet of ramp space that can accommodate two group VI aircraft such as the Boeing 747. The project team included BOWA, Clayco and d’Escoto Inc. Realterm is targeting LEED Silver certification for the property, which is equipped with electric vehicle charging stations and solar panels. WFS is a provider of air cargo logistics and ground handling services.
WEST BADEN SPRINGS, IND. — TWG is building West Baden Lofts, a $9 million affordable housing community in West Baden Springs, a town within French Lick Township in southern Indiana. Located at 942 Main St., the 44-unit development will feature two- and three-bedroom layouts. Units will be reserved for households making 30 to 60 percent of the area median income. Amenities will include a free bikeshare program, free Wi-Fi in common areas and units, a meditation area, fitness center, community room, indoor children’s area, playground and community garden beds. Project funding comes from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, Innovative Veteran Affairs Real Estate, Merchants Capital, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust and the Town of West Baden Springs. Construction is expected to begin this month and be completed in late 2024.
MARSHALL, MICH. — Friedman Real Estate has arranged the $4 million sale of Village Green in Marshall, about 13 miles southeast of Battle Creek. The 54-unit multifamily property is located at 200 W. Drive North. The community was built in 1976, according to Apartments.com. Peter Jankowski of Friedman represented the buyer.
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILL. — Brown Commercial Group has brokered the sale of a 21,400-square-foot industrial building in the Chicago suburb of Elk Grove Village. The sales price was undisclosed. Located at 605 Bonnie Lane, the vacant property features 2,000 square feet of office space, two dock-high doors, one drive-in door and parking for 25 vehicles. Trinity Scurto of Brown represented the seller, OTO Investment Properties LLC. The buyer, Clear Height Properties, plans to renovate the building and secure new tenants.
BOSTON — New York City-based real estate giant Tishman Speyer has received $750 million in construction financing for Phase I of Harvard Enterprise Research Campus, a 900,000-square-foot mixed-use project that will be located in the Allston neighborhood of Boston. Phase I of the development will consist of two life sciences buildings totaling 440,000 square feet, a 343-unit apartment complex and a hotel, all of which will be developed on a nine-acre parcel. Tishman Speyer is developing the project in partnership with the Harvard Allston Land Co. The site is adjacent to the Harvard Business School and Harvard Science & Engineering Complex in Allston. Breakthrough Properties, a joint venture of Tishman Speyer and Bellco Capital, will oversee the development, operations and leasing of the life sciences component. Tishman Speyer will also develop a conference facility on behalf of Harvard University. Within the multifamily component, 25 percent of the units will be designated as affordable housing for households earning between 30 and 100 percent of the area median income. At full build-out, Enterprise Research Campus will also include retail and restaurant space, as well as two acres of open green space that will host farmers markets, live music and outdoor fitness classes. …
Miami is a vivacious city renowned for its scenic beaches, sunny climate and dynamic nightlife. The South Florida city is also a hub for a flourishing retail industry, which serves an eclectic blend of both locals and visitors. Miami’s retail market is characterized by its diversity, with a broad spectrum of retailers ranging from luxurious, high-end boutiques to small, locally owned businesses. This range of retailers is a reflection of the city’s diverse population, which includes a sizable Hispanic community, as well as individuals from all corners of the globe. Consequently, Miami’s retailers must be adept at catering to a wide range of tastes. One of the most notable trends in the Miami retail market in recent years has been the growth of e-commerce. Like many other cities around the world, Miami has seen a significant increase in online shopping. This has presented both challenges and opportunities for retailers in the city. On the one hand, the rise of e-commerce has led to increased competition for brick-and-mortar retailers in Miami. Online retailers such as Amazon and Walmart have made it easier than ever for consumers to shop from the comfort of their own homes, and this has put pressure on …
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Crescent Communities has opened NOVEL University Place, a 308-unit multifamily community located at 5315 Waters Edge Village Drive in the University City neighborhood of Charlotte. The development features carriage homes and apartments in studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans. Amenities at the property include a fitness center, library, coworking spaces, swimming pool, outdoor kitchen and hammocks. The project team included architect Cline Design Associates, land planner and civil engineer LandDesign, interior designer BB+M and Crescent Communities Construction. Rental rates begin at $1,405, according to the community website.
