Leases in the 10,000-25,000-square- foot range accounted for more than one-half of signed deals in the Northern and Central New Jersey office market.
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Urban logistics set to change industrial real estate’s competitive landscape
The rising demand for sites that will support urban logistics centers has driven growth in Northern New Jersey, while also creating competition among developers, as forgotten industrial markets reemerge. Retailers, parcel carriers and food and beverage companies have all increased their demand for industrial space less than ten miles from Manhattan. Formerly obsolete locations throughout New York’s boroughs are reemerging as competitive alternatives to the New Jersey markets.
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.
