Market Sectors

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.

Finance & Capital Markets
W&D: Nasser Freres inks $245 million loan to complete Journal Square rental tower

Nasser Freres has scored a $245 million construction loan to complete a 622-unit apartment tower in Jersey City, in a deal arranged by Walker & Dunlop.

Hospitality & Tourism
Developer eyes Q1 groundbreaking for Monopoly-inspired ‘Top Hat’ hotel in Atlantic City

A new boutique hotel with a distinctive Monopoly-inspired design is coming to Atlantic City under a project that could break ground in the months ahead.

Office
WCRE: Partnership sells 8,700 sq. ft. Cherry Hill office building

Investors have sold an 8,700-square-foot office building in Cherry Hill after having owned it for a decade, in a newly announced deal by Wolf Commercial Real Estate.

Retail
Staffing agency leases 1,400 sq. ft. at new Jersey City rental property, Cervelli says

A staffing agency has leased nearly 1,400 square feet at the base of a new boutique apartment building in Jersey City, brokers with Cervelli Real Estate & Property Management said.

Retail
Renovated 10,000 sq. ft. strip center in Bergen County fetches $4.3 million, Marcus says

A private investor has acquired a roughly 10,000-square-foot strip center in Bergen County for some $4.3 million, in a transaction arranged by Marcus & Millichap.

Editor’s Note
The best of The Briefing 2024

With the holidays upon us, we’re excited to bring you a look back at our top stories of 2024, including our most-read items and a few editor’s picks. You can catch up on our daily “best of” emails below. We will also keep you updated in the event of any breaking news.

Current Issue
Owners Council Q&A: Mark Shearer

Tenant activity for industrial has increased over the past few months and is closer to historic norms. We are seeing increased activity in the capital markets.

Government & Public Policy
EDA approves $17.7 million Aspire award for Camden affordable housing, health center project

A development group has secured a nearly $18 million state tax credit award for a plan to build 30 units of affordable housing and a new health center in Camden’s Parkside neighborhood.

Industrial
Doughnut manufacturer eyes major expansion, leases 125,000 sq. ft. in Rockaway

A doughnut manufacturer is set to expand after leasing nearly 125,000 square feet for a new facility in Rockaway, according to a brokerage team with Savills.

Education
Rutgers Center for Real Estate gathers students, industry leaders for annual scholarship dinner

Dozens of aspiring commercial real estate professionals came together earlier this month as the Rutgers Center for Real Estate hosted its fifth annual scholarship celebration, joining a group of seasoned industry leaders and others who are supporting their education.