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Bell Partners Acquires 277-Unit Vintage Jones Franklin Apartments in Raleigh

by John Nelson August 17, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C. — Bell Partners has purchased Vintage Jones Franklin, a newly built, 277-unit apartment community located in Raleigh. The seller and sales price were not disclosed, but multiple outlets report that the developer and seller, TDK Construction, sold the property to Bell Partners for nearly $80 million. Built in 2022, Vintage Jones Franklin is situated at the intersection of I-40, I-440 and U.S. Highway 1 between downtown Raleigh and Cary, N.C. The community comprises studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a 24-hour fitness center, pet park, clubhouse and a resort-style pool with cabanas. Bell Partners purchased the asset via its Bell Core Fund I vehicle and will rebrand the property as Bell Jones Franklin.

August 17, 2023

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Cushman & Wakefield Arranges $62M Construction Financing for Multifamily Development in Leland, North Carolina

by John Nelson August 15, 2023

LELAND, N.C. — Cushman & Wakefield has arranged $62 million in construction financing for The Village at Compass Pointe, a 268-unit multifamily development coming to a 25-acre site in Leland, about 10 miles west of Wilmington, N.C. The property will feature 140 single-family rental townhomes and 128 traditional apartments in two four-story, elevator-serviced buildings. Gideon Gil, Zachary Kraft, Sebastian Sanchez and Dale Braverman of Cushman & Wakefield originated the loan through Dwight Mortgage Trust on behalf of the borrowers, SR Real Estate Partners and Circle Squared Alternative Investments. Upon completion, Village at Compass Pointe will feature two clubhouses, cabana pools and pickleball courts. The first units are expected to be delivered in January 2025.

August 15, 2023

Acquisitions Multifamily North Carolina Southeast

Connor Group Acquires 314-Unit Apartment Community in Metro Charlotte

by John Nelson August 11, 2023

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — The Connor Group has acquired The Alcove at Birkdale Village, a 314-unit apartment community located in Huntersville, roughly 20 miles outside of Charlotte. The property features units in one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Monthly rents at the property begin at $1,299, according to the community website. This marks the third property in the Charlotte submarket for the Ohio-based buyer. The seller and sales price were not disclosed.

August 11, 2023

Acquisitions Multifamily North Carolina Southeast

CBRE Investment Management Acquires Legacy at Wakefield Apartments in Raleigh for $79.9M

by John Nelson August 10, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C. — CBRE Investment Management has acquired The Legacy at Wakefield, a 369-unit, garden-style apartment community located at 14411 Calloway Gap Road in Raleigh. The seller and sales price were not disclosed, but Triangle Business Journal reports the property traded for $79.9 million. Legacy at Wakefield features one-, two- and three-bedroom units, as well as a 24-hour fitness center, dog park, grilling stations, a fireplace lounge with screened veranda, clubhouse, a car wash center and 684 parking spaces.

August 10, 2023

Acquisitions North Carolina Retail Southeast

Legacy Arranges $7.1M Sale of Northeast Plaza Shopping Center in Lumberton, North Carolina

by John Nelson August 10, 2023

LUMBERTON, N.C. — Legacy Realty Group Advisors has arranged the $7.1 million sale of Northeast Plaza, a 53,867-square-foot shopping center in Lumberton. Built in 2000, the property was leased to 10 tenants at the time of sale. Jacob Baruch of Legacy represented the undisclosed seller in the transaction. Lisa Schaefer of LRS Management represented the buyer.

August 10, 2023

Development North Carolina Seniors Housing Southeast

LCS Completes Phase I of $75M Expansion of Seniors Housing Property in Greensboro, North Carolina

by John Nelson August 7, 2023

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Life Care Services (LCS) has completed the first phase of a $75 million expansion project at WhiteStone, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Greensboro. LCS manages the Masonic and Eastern Star community. This phase of the expansion added 67 one- and two-bedroom independent living units to the property. In addition, the Care and Wellness Center renovations include a rehabilitation gym, courtyard and gardens, and enhanced salon and spa. WhiteStone partnered with SFCS Architects and Blum Construction to execute the project. The community expects to add more than 45 new employees in Greensboro due to the expansion. The final phase of the expansion project is scheduled for completion in the fall and will include 24 assisted living residences and 12 memory care suites.

August 7, 2023

Development Industrial Loans North Carolina Southeast

Walker & Dunlop Arranges Construction Financing for 614,586 SF Facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro

by John Nelson August 4, 2023

GREENSBORO, N.C. —Walker & Dunlop has arranged construction financing and joint venture equity for the development of Lynxs GSO Technix, a build-to-suit maintenance and repair operations (MRO) facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro. Upon completion, the development will feature a 218,200-square-foot building with an MRO hangar, paint hangar and office and support space, as well as a 396,386-square-foot apron for aircraft fueling, defueling and washing. Lynxs GSO will also include seven bays with six standard hangars and one paint hangar. Tom Fish and Drew Van Norman of Walker & Dunlop secured the financing on behalf of the borrower, Lynxs Group. An affiliate of UK-based Marshall Aerospace will occupy the facility.

August 4, 2023

Acquisitions Industrial Leasing Activity North Carolina Southeast

Cushman & Wakefield Brokers Sale-Leaseback of 183,509 SF Manufacturing Facility in Monroe, North Carolina

by John Nelson August 4, 2023

MONROE, N.C. — Cushman & Wakefield has brokered the sale-leaseback of a 183,509-square-foot manufacturing facility located at 1710 Airport Road in Monroe. Circor International sold the property, which will continue to serve as the headquarters for the company’s IMO Pump brand. Built in 1979, the building was expanded in 2008. Rob Cochran, Bill Harrison, Nolan Ashton and Tommy Whitmore of Cushman & Wakefield represented Circor International in the transaction. Monroe Airport Industrial LLC, an affiliate of Welcome Group, acquired the facility for an undisclosed price. Ted Kakambouras of Welcome Group and Allen de Olazarra of Equity Real Estate Partners represented Welcome Group in the transaction. Jason Hochman, Ron Granite and Bradley Geiger of Cushman & Wakefield secured acquisition financing on behalf of the buyer.

August 4, 2023

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Charlotte Retail Turns to Infill Adaptive Reuse, Mixed-Use Projects Post-Pandemic

by John Nelson July 31, 2023

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Charlotte’s retail segment has experienced a remarkable revitalization, fueled by a convergence of factors that have reinvigorated the city’s economic landscape. With a thriving job market, affordable cost of living and a surge in adaptive reuse, mixed-use and infill projects, Charlotte has become a hotbed for retail activity. As the city emerges from the challenges of the pandemic, it has embraced innovative approaches to urban development, transforming once-vacant spaces into vibrant hubs of commerce. Several macro-economic trends have impacted retail growth in Charlotte. Population growth in the city has spurred an increase in consumer demand, leading to a vibrant retail market. In a May 18 article from the Charlotte Business Journal, it was noted Charlotte added more than 15,000 people to its population count between 2021 and 2022, the nation’s fifth-highest numeric increase during that span, according to the latest estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. As more people choose to settle in Charlotte, the demand for goods and services has risen, prompting retailers and restaurants to expand their operations and invest in new locations. Additionally, the rise of e-commerce and the shift toward online shopping have compelled retailers in Charlotte to adapt …

July 31, 2023

Development Multifamily North Carolina Southeast

Wood Partners, GTIS Open 308-Unit Alta West Morehead Apartment Community in Uptown Charlotte

by John Nelson July 28, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wood Partners and GTIS Partners have completed the development of Alta West Morehead, a 308-unit apartment community located in Uptown Charlotte. The joint venture announced the project in September 2021. Located at 2020 W. Morehead St., the community features apartments in studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Amenities at the property include a pool, pet spa and a clubhouse with a fitness center, coworking space, lounge and game room. Monthly rents begin at $1,560, according to the community website. Wood Residential, an affiliate of Wood Partners, manages the property.

July 28, 2023

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