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Real Estate NJ’s 2026 Market Forecast

Even with stretches of volatility in 2025, it was clear to many of our industry experts that capital and confidence had returned to the market in a way not seen in several years. That sets the stage for what could be a stronger and perhaps smoother 2026, one marked by conviction in fundamentals rather than cautious optimism. You can read all about it in our 2026 Market Forecast, which features a distinguished list of commercial real estate experts and predictions on everything from leasing and lending to affordable housing, energy and capital markets.
You can read all about it in our 2025 Market Forecast, which features predictions and insights from some of the state’s leading voices in commercial real estate.

Residential & Mixed Use
Developer sells four-year-old, 232-unit Belleville rental complex for $80 million, JLL says

Klein Enterprises has sold a 232-unit luxury apartment property in Belleville, the Maryland-based developer’s first project in New Jersey, in an $80 million deal arranged by JLL.

Residential & Mixed Use
Cranford rental property more than 70 percent leased as Hartz eyes strong demand in 2026

Hartz Mountain Industries has rented more than 70 percent of a new 250-unit rental property in Cranford, citing continued demand for upscale apartments and sustained headwinds in the for-sale housing sector.

Residential & Mixed Use
Triangle, Incline unveil 400 rentals in sweeping project at East Orange’s Brick Church Station

The first apartments at a major mixed-use project in East Orange have hit the market, with leasing now underway at the collection of 400 homes at NJ Transit’s Brick Church Station.

Professional Spotlight
March Associates Construction

Real estate development is full of unknowns — tight schedules, strict budgets and unforeseen challenges that can threaten a project’s success. At March Construction, we understand how much is on the line, and we work side by side with clients to deliver the results they need. Whether it’s residential, industrial, retail or other specialty commercial buildings, you’re choosing a partner who thrives in demanding environments.

Current Issue
Owners Council Q&A: Lou March Jr.

There’s a sense of cautious optimism across the industry. With that said, launching large-scale construction projects remains a challenge due to financing hurdles and broader economic headwinds.

Photos
SLIDESHOW: The Road Ahead for Industrial

See the full slideshow from our Nov. 13 seminar, where the players behind New Brunswick’s revitalization discussed the city’s most iconic projects and what’s still to come.

Finance & Capital Markets
Cronheim: Bedrin snags $33 million refi for Hawthorne apartment, retail project

The developer of 118 luxury apartment units and retail space in Hawthorne has secured a nearly $33 million loan to refinance the project, in a deal arranged by Cronheim Mortgage.

Roundtable
Tell us about a new design or construction trend that you’re seeing in the industrial sector.

Tell us about a new design or construction trend that you’re seeing in the industrial sector. We assembled a panel of industry experts to tackle this month’s question.

Residential & Mixed Use
Hartz completes Cranford rental project, marking transformation of ex-office property

Hartz Mountain Industries has brought new life to another aging office property in New Jersey, delivering 250 apartments to a sprawling site near Cranford’s Hyatt Hills Golf Course.