Simply Commercial Real Estate

Navigating the Shifting Tides of U.S. Commercial Real Estate

Explore the dynamic landscape of the U.S. commercial real estate market as we approach mid-2025. From regional variations to sector-specific shifts, discover how different sectors like industrial, multifamily, retail, and hospitality are faring. Join us for an in-depth analysis of investor sentiment and notable transactions, including Camden Property Trust's latest acquisition. Tune in for insights and trends shaping the future of commercial real estate.Sources:https://www.commercialedge.com/blog/national-industrial-report/https://www.altusgroup.com/podcasts/cre-exchange-us-commercial-real-estate-transaction-trends-q1-2025https://www.cbre.com/insightshttps://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statisticshttps://www.altusgroup.com/research/cre-this-week/

Major Real Estate Moves: South Florida, Los Angeles, and Seattle

In today's episode, we explore significant real estate transactions and trends across the U.S. EQT Exeter expands its South Florida portfolio with a $55.35 million warehouse acquisition. Meanwhile, Los Angeles faces challenges in its office market with a notable reappraisal of the Central Plaza property. In Seattle, Carmel Partners makes a substantial investment in the multifamily sector with the purchase of Urbana Apartments for $120.7 million. Join us as we delve into these developments and their implications for the real estate landscape.Sources:https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/eqt-exeter-pays-55-35mln-for-2-south-fla-warehouses/https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2025/05/23/amazon-warehouse-eqt-florida-acquisitions.htmlhttps://therealdeal.com/miami/2025/05/23/eqt-buys-industrial-sites-with-amazon-facility-for-55m/https://traded.co/deals/florida/industrial/sale/1111-southwest-30th-avenue/https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/boynton-beach-fla-retail-center-fetches-16-35mln/https://crenews.com/2025/05/27/l-a-office-gets-23-haircut-in-latest-appraisal/https://www.costar.com/article/676784510/second-largest-us-project-of-its-kind-opens-retail-space-central-plaza-in-downtown-miamihttps://thelocationportal.com/century-plaza-towers/https://www.instagram.com/yimbygram/p/DKN6rDxyl3C/https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/2029-Century-Park-E-Los-Angeles-CA/16059516/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/office-recovery-trends-show-strong-april-2025-performance/https://www.colliers.com/en/research/nrep-usofc-leading-us-office-markets-snapshot-q1-2025https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/may-2025-commercial-real-estate-market-insightshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTLJuslUErUhttps://allwork.space/2025/05/u-s-central-business-districts-struggle-as-tenants-look-elsewhere-may-report-shows/https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/pinnacle-affiliates-file-for-bankruptcy-to-fend-off-foreclosure/https://www.costar.com/author/00000164-a401-d8a0-ab77-b5c5dcd30000/randyl-drummerhttps://rebusinessonline.com/category/western/washington/https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/blackstone-buying-49-stake-in-1345-ave-of-americas-in-1-39bln-deal/https://news.theregistryps.com/family-owned-37-unit-olympic-west-in-edmonds-trades-for-10-4mm/

Memphis Rises as an Industrial Powerhouse; Austin’s Tech Scene Faces Challenges

Explore how Memphis is transforming into an industrial leader with major electric vehicle investments, while Austin's tech momentum slows as talent returns to coastal hubs. Discover the factors driving these shifts and their implications for the future of these cities.Sources:https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/memphis-industrial-market-rides-manufacturing-boom/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/memphis-industrial-boom-leads-us-in-construction-activity/https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/memphis-industrial-development-outshines-most-us-markets/https://www.governing.com/workforce/new-clean-energy-training-hub-flourishes-in-a-factory-townhttps://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/27/honda-slowing-ev-investments-ohio-impacts.htmlhttps://www.credaily.com/newsletters/austins-tech-star-fades-as-talent-heads-back-to-the-coasts/https://www.informationweek.com/it-leadership/tech-company-layoffs-the-covid-tech-bubble-bursts-sep-14https://www.credaily.com/briefs/ai-analysts-transform-cre-hiring-trends/https://fortune.com/2025/05/28/whats-at-stake-for-teslas-robotaxi-debut/https://www.texastribune.org/2025/05/27/texas-cities-penalties-progressive-policies/

Major Real Estate Moves: Hospitality, Office, and Retail Sectors in Focus

In today's episode, we explore significant transactions in the real estate market. Ryman Hospitality Properties makes a landmark acquisition of the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa for $865 million, marking a pivotal moment for Arizona's hospitality industry. Blackstone invests $1.39 billion for a 49% stake in a prime Manhattan office tower, signaling confidence in high-quality office assets. Meanwhile, Macerich secures a $340 million loan for Washington Square Mall, highlighting renewed interest in retail real estate. Join us as we delve into these impactful deals and their implications for the industry.Sources:https://ir.rymanhp.com/news-releases/news-release-details/ryman-hospitality-properties-inc-announces-upsizing-and-5https://www.hotelinvestmenttoday.com/Deals/Transactions-Lists/Deal-activity-May-13-19-2025https://www.globest.com/2025/05/21/ryman-buys-phoenixs-largest-resort-at-44-premium/https://realestatedaily-news.com/ryman-hospitality-acquires-jw-marriott-phoenix-desert-ridge-for-865m-in-landmark-deal/https://therealdeal.com/national/phoenix/2025/05/21/jw-marriott-phoenix-resort-bought-for-865-million/https://commercialobserver.com/2025/05/blackstone-850m-cmbs-loan-buy-stake-1345-avenue-of-americas/https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/blackstone-buying-49-stake-in-1345-ave-of-americas-in-1-39bln-deal/https://traded.co/deals/new-york/office/loan/1345-6th-avenue-4/https://commercialobserver.com/2025/05/related-group-fort-lauderdale-apollo-global-management-andare-residences/https://ionanalytics.com/insights/mergermarket/european-lbos-face-declining-multiples-due-to-lender-concerns-dealspeak-emea/https://crenews.com/category/cre-top-news/https://investing.macerich.com/request-info/investor-relationshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk-ukSWdGSYhttps://simply-cre.podbean.comhttps://crenews.comhttps://crenews.com/category/cre-top-news/https://investing.macerich.com/request-info/investor-relationshttps://simply-cre.podbean.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk-ukSWdGSYhttps://investing.macerich.com/stock-information/stock-quote

Major Real Estate Moves: Ryman, JPMREIT, and Blackstone’s Strategic Acquisitions

In today's episode, we delve into significant real estate transactions reshaping the industry. Ryman Hospitality Properties acquires a luxury resort in Phoenix for $865 million, enhancing its hospitality portfolio. JPMREIT expands its industrial footprint with a $124 million purchase of 15 properties across the southern U.S. Meanwhile, Blackstone invests $1.39 billion for a stake in a prime Manhattan office building, signaling confidence in urban real estate. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these strategic moves and their implications for the market.Sources:https://www.hoteldive.com/news/jw-marriott-phoenix-desert-ridge-acquisition/748589/https://www.costar.com/article/967102909/trinity-investments-sells-jw-marriott-phoenix-desert-ridge-to-ryman-hospitality-for-865-millionhttps://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001040829/000110465925050453/tm2515496d1_ex99-1.htmhttps://ir.rymanhp.com/news-releases/news-release-details/ryman-hospitality-properties-inc-announces-upsizing-and-5https://hotelbusiness.com/ryman-acquires-jw-marriott-phoenix-desert-ridge-for-865m/https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/about-us/media/press-releases/jp-morgan-real-estate-income-trust-expands-industrial-portfolio-strategic-acquistions/https://altswire.com/j-p-morgan-reit-reports-4-72m-in-q1-distributions-acquires-another-industrial-asset/https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/industrial/jpmreit-acquires-2-logistics-warehouse-portfolios-for-124m-129507https://irei.com/news/https://altswire.com/author/mari/https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/blackstone-buying-49-stake-in-1345-ave-of-americas-in-1-39bln-deal/https://www.globest.com/2025/05/20/rxr-makes-largest-new-york-acquisition-in-three-years-since-google/https://crenews.comhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJ7y40tNywC/https://ionanalytics.com/insights/dealogic/coreweaves-usd-2bn-of-post-listing-gains-leads-global-ipo-outperformance/https://www.estatesgazette.co.uk/news/blackstone-to-buy-manhattan-apartment-buildings/https://crenews.com/2025/05/23/blackstone-buying-49-stake-in-1345-ave-of-americas-in-1-39bln-deal/https://crenews.com/2025/05/20/vanbarton-to-pay-140mln-for-manhattan-office-apartment-conversion-planned/https://nyc.urbanize.city/post/rxr-pay-1b-manhattan-towerhttps://www.mingtiandi.com/real-estate/finance/blackstone-leads-120m-infusion-into-embassy-developments/

Major NYC Real Estate Moves: RXR’s $1.1B Purchase and Chrysler Building Sale

In today's episode, we delve into significant developments in New York City's real estate market. RXR Realty is set to acquire a prestigious Plaza District tower for nearly $1.1 billion, marking the largest office sale since 2022. Meanwhile, the iconic Chrysler Building is up for sale for the first time in nearly a decade. We also explore JPMREIT's strategic expansion with the acquisition of 15 industrial properties for $124 million. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these landmark transactions and their implications for the market.Sources:https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/rxr-strikes-first-1b-nyc-office-sale-since-2022/https://www.globest.com/2025/05/20/rxr-makes-largest-new-york-acquisition-in-three-years-since-google/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/rxr-to-buy-590-madison-in-first-1b-nyc-office-deal-since-2022/https://therealdeal.com/new-york/2025/05/19/rxr-buying-590-madison-for-close-to-1-1b/https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/rxr-to-pay-1b-for-manhattan-tower/https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/you-can-now-buy-the-chrysler-building-heres-how-much-itll-cost-ya-052325https://commercialobserver.com/2025/05/chrysler-building-sale-2025/https://crenews.com/2025/05/20/manhattans-chrysler-building-up-for-sale/https://www.costar.com/article/355771130/savills-tapped-to-sell-new-york-citys-iconic-chrysler-buildinghttps://www.6sqft.com/the-chrysler-building-is-now-on-the-market/https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/about-us/media/press-releases/jp-morgan-real-estate-income-trust-expands-industrial-portfolio-strategic-acquistions/https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/industrial/jpmreit-acquires-2-logistics-warehouse-portfolios-for-124m-129507https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1893262/000095017025076114/ck0001893262-ex99_1.htmhttps://altswire.com/j-p-morgan-reit-reports-4-72m-in-q1-distributions-acquires-another-industrial-asset/https://irei.com/news/j-p-morgan-real-estate-income-trust-expands-industrial-portfolio-with-strategic-acquisitions/

Texas Urban Development Overhaul and Dallas Real Estate Freeze

Explore the Texas Legislature's bold move to transform vacant commercial spaces into housing, aiming to tackle the state's housing crisis. Meanwhile, Dallas halts municipal real estate transactions amid budget concerns, reflecting broader economic challenges. Plus, a look at the U.S. commercial real estate market's uneven recovery. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.texaspolicyresearch.com/bills/89th-legislature-sb-840/https://fastdemocracy.com/bill-search/tx/89/bills/TXB00073654/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/zoning-reform-expands-housing-access-across-texas/https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ4s8PnOsWs/https://therealdeal.com/texas/2025/05/22/multifamily-developers-win-in-texas-deregulation-push/https://www.msci.com/www/blog-posts/real-estate-in-focus-bumps-on/05740734636https://milehighcre.com/q1-2025-us-cre-deals-sluggish-prices-edge-up/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/cre-market-trends-show-stability-and-growth-in-q1-2025/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/real-estate-recovery-falters-amid-global-uncertainty/https://members.spacecoastmls.com/blogs/kymberly-franklin/2025/05/19/q1-2025-cre-investment-rises-17/https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY24-25%20Memos/May%2023,%202025%20Council%20Memos.pdfhttps://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/Council%20Materials/N.%20TAR.pdfhttps://www.akingump.com/en/insights/alerts/house-passes-reconciliation-bill-with-major-tax-and-health-policy-measureshttps://icsid.worldbank.org/cases/pendinghttps://www.worldpropertyjournal.com/real-estate-news/united-states/washington-dc-real-estate-news/real-estate-news-homebuilder-confidence-may-2025-national-association-of-home-builders-wells-fargo-housing-market-index-may-2025-builder-sentiment-rob-14450.php

Iconic NYC Real Estate Shifts: RXR’s Billion-Dollar Deal and Chrysler Building Sale

In today's episode, we delve into major developments in New York City's real estate market. RXR is set to acquire a prestigious Plaza District office tower for $1.1 billion, marking a significant transaction since 2022. Meanwhile, Cooper Union lists the iconic Chrysler Building for sale, a rare opportunity in the market. We also explore the rising office vacancy rates in central business districts across the U.S., reaching 19.2% in April 2025, and discuss the implications of this trend. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/rxr-strikes-first-1b-nyc-office-sale-since-2022/https://www.globest.com/2025/05/20/rxr-makes-largest-new-york-acquisition-in-three-years-since-google/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/rxr-to-buy-590-madison-in-first-1b-nyc-office-deal-since-2022/https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/rxr-to-pay-1b-for-manhattan-tower/https://therealdeal.com/new-york/2025/05/19/rxr-buying-590-madison-for-close-to-1-1b/https://commercialobserver.com/2025/05/chrysler-building-sale-2025/https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/chrysler-building-hits-the-market-as-cooper-union-aims-to-boost-income/https://crenews.com/2025/05/20/manhattans-chrysler-building-up-for-sale/https://www.instagram.com/commercial_observer/p/DJ11MG-TT8s/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/paramount-group-sale-explored-amid-executive-turmoil/https://www.commercialedge.com/blog/national-office-report/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/cbd-offices-under-pressure-as-real-estate-shifts/https://www.globest.com/2025/05/22/cbd-offices-face-prolonged-challenges/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/office-recovery-brings-capital-back-into-the-market/https://www.savills.je/insight-and-opinion/savills-news/377156/savills--european-office-take-up-increases-by-4--while-development-completions-forecast-to-drop-in-2026

NYC’s Real Estate Milestones and California’s New Property Rules

In today's episode, we explore the landmark $1 billion NYC office sale by RXR and the listing of the iconic Chrysler Building. We also delve into California's new regulatory requirements impacting commercial property owners. Join us for insights into these significant developments in the real estate market.Sources:https://www.credaily.com/briefs/rxr-to-buy-590-madison-in-first-1b-nyc-office-deal-since-2022/https://therealdeal.com/new-york/2025/05/19/rxr-buying-590-madison-for-close-to-1-1b/https://nyc.urbanize.city/post/rxr-pay-1b-manhattan-towerhttps://traded.co/deals/new-york/office/sale/590-madison-avenue-6/https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/rxr-strikes-first-1b-nyc-office-sale-since-2022/https://www.crainsnewyork.com/real-estate/cooper-union-marketing-ground-lease-chrysler-buildinghttps://crenews.com/2025/05/20/manhattans-chrysler-building-up-for-sale/https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/chrysler-building-hits-the-market-as-cooper-union-aims-to-boost-income/https://www.costar.com/article/355771130/savills-tapped-to-sell-new-york-citys-iconic-chrysler-buildinghttps://www.costar.com/author/00000178-17e3-d65b-a1f9-b7efb8820000/andria-chenghttps://www.car.org/riskmanagement/qa/New-Laws/2025-New-Lawshttps://www.procopio.com/resource/2025-outlook-in-commercial-real-estatehttps://acecalifornialaw.com/how-to-navigate-commercial-zoning-changes/https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/05/15/governor-newsom-proclaims-small-business-month-2025/https://sbud.senate.ca.gov/media/3379

Iconic Chrysler Building Hits the Market Amid NYC Real Estate Shifts

In today's episode, we explore major developments in New York City's real estate scene, including RXR Realty's $1.1 billion acquisition of a Plaza District tower and the sale of the legendary Chrysler Building by Cooper Union. We also delve into Long Island's growing trend of mixed-use property investments. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these significant transactions and their implications for the future of the commercial real estate market.Sources:https://www.credaily.com/briefs/rxr-to-buy-590-madison-in-first-1b-nyc-office-deal-since-2022/https://www.globest.com/2025/05/20/rxr-makes-largest-new-york-acquisition-in-three-years-since-google/https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/rxr-strikes-first-1b-nyc-office-sale-since-2022/https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/rxr-to-pay-1b-for-manhattan-tower/https://therealdeal.com/new-york/2025/05/19/rxr-buying-590-madison-for-close-to-1-1b/https://libn.com/2025/05/15/long-island-commercial-real-estate-deals-may-2025/https://hoodline.com/author/emily-white/page/1255/https://www.tiktok.com/discover/ronald-reagan-road-in-davenport-florida-accidenthttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJoskSdhNOq/https://www.lilanduseandzoning.com/2025/05/19/from-vacancy-to-vibrancy-empire-state-developments-vision-for-long-island-housing/https://www.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-05/Brewerton_NYF2_SIP.pdfhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJr1w2-RzHy/https://www.multihousingnews.com/new-york/https://www.credaily.com/newsletters/chrysler-building-hits-the-market-as-cooper-union-aims-to-boost-income/https://www.costar.com/article/355771130/savills-tapped-to-sell-manhattans-iconic-chrysler-buildinghttps://www.instagram.com/commercial_observer/p/DJ11MG-TT8s/https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ4rs0NRYeD/https://www.credaily.com/briefs/paramount-group-sale-explored-amid-executive-turmoil/