AVON, MASS. — Solar energy provider Navisun has signed a 60,282-square-foot industrial lease in the southern Boston suburb of Avon. According to LoopNet Inc., the property at 61 Strafello Drive was built in 1974 and renovated in 2022. Ovar Osvold, Sean Hannigan and Kevin Brawley of Colliers represented Navisun and the landlord, DH Property Holdings, in the lease negotiations.
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Greystone, a privately held commercial real estate financial services firm, has provided a $257.2 million loan for The Beacon, a six-building apartment complex in Jersey City totaling 1,155 units. The borrower, Building and Land Technology (BLT), is using the loan to refinance the construction loan stemming from the project’s adaptive reuse of a historic hospital. The Beacon opened as the Jersey City Medical Center Complex in 1936 before its conversion to high-end apartments between the early 2000s and 2016, according to Jersey Digs. Judah Rosenberg of Greystone originated the Freddie Mac loan, which features a 10-year term and fixed interest rate. John Alascio, Alex Hernandez, Alex Lapidus, Mitch Rothstein, Brian Whitmer, Niko Nicolaou and David Bernhaut of Cushman & Wakefield arranged the financing on behalf of BLT. “The property is ideally located at the intersection of three of Jersey City’s most populated neighborhoods and features unparalleled views of the New Jersey Gold Coast and Manhattan,” says Alascio. “The recently redeveloped complex features best-in-class amenities and a thoughtful community design offering tenants a convenient live-work-play environment.” Situated on 14 acres near Jersey City’s Journal Square, McGinley Square and Bergen Lafayette neighborhoods, The Beacon is located within two …
— By Glen Collins, founder of Autside — Many people care deeply about their own wellness — not just fitness and nutrition, but overall physical, emotional and mental health. This has spurred multifamily property decisionmakers to reimagine how amenities can be leveraged to enhance vitality and well-being. The push to improve quality of life for residents offers additional advantages by bolstering tenant retention and making properties more desirable and competitive. Active social spaces enhance well-being According to the Urban Land Institute, top-ranked amenities that appeal most to today’s consumers include those located outdoors where people can meet and socialize, as well as amenities promoting healthy lifestyles. Outdoor living spaces that encourage activeness and social interaction can have powerful impacts on human health and happiness. In fact, numerous studies point to the mood-lifting benefits of recreational fun out in nature, unplugged from technology and dynamically engaged with other people. This much-needed mental break from day-to-day stressors can go a long way toward improving emotional well-being and relationships. The positive effects of physical activities on mind and body are also endorsed by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, a public health authority. “Physical activity’s implications for significant positive effects on …
CHICAGO — Related Midwest has begun pre-leasing at The Row Fulton Market, a 43-story, 300-unit luxury apartment tower under construction at 164 N. Peoria St. in Chicago’s Fulton Market district. The first residents are expected to take occupancy in June. Designed by Morris Adjmi Architects, with interiors by March and White Design, The Row will offer floor plans ranging from 617 to 1,933 square feet. Monthly rents will start at $2,565. Six penthouse units will start at $14,395 per month. Amenities at The Row will include a fitness center and wellness studio, entertainment suite, study, children’s play area and a pool deck with outdoor grilling areas, green space and fire pits. The Row’s fireplace lobby will be staffed by a 24-hour concierge and door attendant. Residents will have access to services such as move-in coordination, housekeeping, package storage, onsite dry cleaning and pet care. As one of Chicago’s first 80/20 buildings, created under recently passed Affordable Illinois legislation, 20 percent of The Row’s apartment units will be designated as affordable.
CHICAGO — Interra Realty has brokered the sale of a 27-unit multifamily property in Chicago’s Ravenswood neighborhood for $5.8 million. Constructed in 1927, the property at 4401-11 N. Hamilton Ave. features 12 studios, 12 one-bedroom units and three commercial spaces. The building has recently undergone capital improvements. Joe Smazal of Interra represented the buyer and seller, both of which were local private investors. The transaction marks the first time the building has sold in over 50 years.
COLUMBUS, OHIO — Marcus & Millichap has negotiated the sale of The Gemma in the Olde Towne East neighborhood of Columbus for an undisclosed price. The newly constructed apartment building features 24 units. The transaction also included the neighboring Carriage House, a newly constructed, two-townhome building. Matt Snyder and Lisa Sickinger of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller, a limited liability company. The buyer was a partnership between Maitland Property Management and ARZ Realty Capital, both headquartered in Dallas. Maitland Property Management will serve as property manager for both assets. Ari Raskas of ARZ Realty Capital arranged acquisition financing.
IOWA — Matthews Real Estate Investment Services has arranged the sale of four properties occupied by Shine Shop Car Wash in Iowa for an undisclosed price. The properties are located at 3301 N. Ankeny Blvd. in Ankeny, 1400 SE University Ave. in Waukee, 601 NE Cypress Drive in Grimes and 6035 Merle Hay Road in Johnston. Beryl Grant and Clay Smith of Matthews represented the buyer, Rocket Car Wash, a national chain looking to expand particularly in the Iowa market. The seller was a private investor.
WARREN, MICH. — Joyful Tots Daycare has signed a 6,750-square-foot retail lease at Village Plaza in Warren, a northern suburb of Detroit. Located at the northwest corner of 13 Mile and Mound roads, the shopping center totals roughly 100,000 square feet. Michael Murphy and Bill McLeod of Gerdom Realty & Investment represented the landlord, Shango Enterprise Group.
MIAMI — Urban Network Capital Group (UNCG) has announced plans for Visions at Brickell Station, a 111-unit condominium/hotel project in Miami. Upon completion, the community will feature residences in studio and one-bedroom layouts, with no rental restrictions. Owners of the units will be able to rent them out through a booking platform or participate in a professionally managed program. UNCG purchased three parcels for the project — located at 1120, 1130 and 1136 S.W. 3rd Ave. — for a total price of $8.5 million. Robert Thorne of UNCG led the acquisition. UNCG’s investment partners in the project include V&V Investments and other private investors.
SMYRNA, GA. — Cushman & Wakefield has arranged the sale of Lexington Park, a 156-unit multifamily community located in Smyrna, roughly 16 miles northwest of Atlanta. Travis Presnell, Nathan Swenson and James Wilber of Cushman & Wakefield represented the seller, Castlegate Property Group, in the $24 million transaction. Knickerbocker Asset Management acquired the property. Built in 1963, Lexington Park features amenities including a grill area, swimming pool, dog park and play area, laundry facility and a business center. Castlegate previously completed $500,000 in exterior renovations at the property.