Over the last three months, New Jersey’s industrial market recorded nearly 10.0 million square feet of leasing activity, with big-box markets like Southern New Jersey and Exit 8A seeing a flurry of activity.
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New Jersey’s transit hub markets on track for continued growth
Office buildings within the state’s transit hub market continue to command higher rents compared to their suburban peers, according to JLL’s annual research report. Proximity to mass transportation within walking distance of amenity-rich areas has expanded the millennial demographic across these markets. The resulting demand for high-end Class A office space—that helps companies attract and retain the talent settling into these neighborhoods—drives rent premiums beyond that achieved in suburban markets.
HFF’s midyear 2017 industrial capital markets brief
From an equity markets perspective, demand for industrial product continues to be strong with institutions and private funds that are underweight in northeast industrial properties. The reason we are not seeing more activity is because there has been — and continues to be — a lack of quality offerings in the most sought after markets from the Meadowlands down along the Interstate 95/Turnpike Corridor to Exits 8A/7A.
Mixed-use light: Target the mix of uses to your market
When exploring options for mixed-use development, it is important to understand the micro market in which you are planning to build. Whether urban or suburban, a close look at existing conditions and other development projects on the boards will identify small niche opportunities for right-sized retail, cultural and restaurant uses.
JLL: Retail sectors blossom in northern New Jersey
New Jersey has a strong retail environment due its population density, which is higher than the national average. Retailers are also attracted to the Garden State’s proximity to New York, which is one of the world’s retail capitals. A large percentage of New Jersey’s population is in Northern New Jersey and retailers targeting consumers have plenty of space options along Interstate 95, The Garden State Parkway and U.S. Route 1/9.
REAL ESTATE FORECAST: Top 2017 trends to look for in New Jersey
New Jersey’s real estate market remained fundamentally strong at year-end 2016 and appears poised to retain its vitality in the coming year. Urban and suburban transit hub markets should remain a bright spot within the state’s slowing office market in 2017, while New Jersey’s industrial sector is in the midst of the greatest burst of construction since 2014. A significant influx of national retailers to transit-oriented locations, traditional downtowns and even college campuses has positively impacted the state’s retail market.
