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New Jersey has an unmatched location and a population that developers dream about. It’s no wonder the commercial real estate industry is flourishing and evolving across all segments of the market.

Avison Young touts 153,000 sq. ft. in leasing at Florham Park office campus

Accounting firm Wiss & Co. LLP has leased more than 40,000 square feet at a Florham Park office campus, in the largest of several newly announced transactions by Avison Young.

Furniture rental business takes 16,500 sq. ft. in Wyckoff, NAI Hanson says

The Stro Cos. has brought a Wyckoff industrial building to full occupancy after recently completing a 16,500-square-foot lease, brokers with NAI James E. Hanson said Tuesday.

Luxury apartment, retail complex in Metuchen sells for $30 million

The developer of a two-year-old luxury residential and retail complex in Metuchen has sold the property for nearly $30 million, in a transaction arranged by JLL.

Construction to carry on after being deemed essential, drawing praise from NJBA

Construction is set to continue in New Jersey after being deemed an essential business during the coronavirus crisis, providing a lift to developers even as they await additional guidance.

First residents move into new 116-unit apartment complex in Rahway

A new luxury apartment building in downtown Rahway has welcomed its first residents after the recent launch of its leasing campaign.

Brogan: Apartment industry bracing for impact of ‘stay at home’ order, economic uncertainty

With millions of New Jersey residents ordered to stay at home, apartment owners and managers are set to play a critical role in the effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. They’re also bracing for a major impact from a teetering economy and the prospect of some residents being unable to pay rent, which looms large against the backdrop of paying their own employees, mortgages and property taxes. That’s not to mention the need to respond to tenant emergencies and disruptions to the supply chain, which have impacted everything from cleaning supplies to appliances

Rutgers real estate program eyes new degrees, new investment as it looks to the future

With a foundation in place and support from many of the state’s top commercial real estate leaders, the Rutgers Center for Real Estate is now looking ahead to the next five years and beyond. The program’s leaders feel that further growth will hinge on expanding and fine-tuning the course offerings — such as creating a standalone real estate major and a master’s in real estate — while navigating the challenges of fundraising and scaling up to support their growing student population.

Cabinet maker acquires Camden County retail property, Vantage RES says

A cabinetry business has acquired a 3,150-square-foot retail building in Camden County, under a newly announced transaction by Vantage Real Estate Services.

Morristown’s transformation set to continue with new office, residential projects

Morristown has become one of New Jersey’s premier transit-oriented areas situated within a unique urban/suburban setting. Morristown’s 24/7 vibrant downtown is defined by its walkable and rapidly growing retail and residential developments. The heart of the commercial corridor surrounds the Morristown Green, a two-and-a-half-acre park that is bordered by upscale housing, office towers along with many restaurants and shopping options, attracting a high concentration of millennials.

New Jersey slated for third-largest expansion of industrial space this year, report says

With modern logistics space still in short supply across the country, northern New Jersey will be among the top three markets this year to expand its stock of industrial buildings.