— By Gary Baragona, Vice President of Research, Kidder Mathews — Home to an eclectic mix of local retailers, award-winning restaurants and the world’s most prestigious brands, Los Angeles has long been one of the most dynamic retail markets in the country. However, sector dynamics significantly shifted during the pandemic as retailers began to rely heavily on their online sales to stay in business and remain profitable. While consumer preferences further evolved in 2022 and 2023, there has been a noticeable slowdown in consumer spending, largely due to ongoing economic challenges, reduced buyi ..read more

RICHMOND, VA. — Baltimore-based Continental Realty Corp. (CRC) has acquired Gayton Crossing, a 160,830-square-foot retail center located at 9782 Gayton Road. in Richmond. Tenants at the property, which was developed in 1981, include Bank of America, Gold’s Gym, Goldfish Swim School, Jos. A. Bank, KidStrong, Starbucks Coffee, Virginia ABC and The UPS Store. Kroger shadow-anchors the center, which is situated on a 15.6-acre site within 15 miles of the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. CRC purchased the property with funds from the Continental Realty Opportunistic Retai ..read more

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Landmark Properties has acquired Pointe on Rio, a 321-bed student housing property located at 1901 Rio Grande St. near the University of Texas in Austin. The midrise building, which will be rebranded as Tradition on Rio, was constructed in 2014. The community offers units in studio through five-bedroom configurations with hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and in-unit washers and dryers. Amenities include a pool, resident lounge, gaming area, fitness center and conference and study spaces. At the time of sale, the community was 94 percent preleased for the 2024-2025 ac ..read more

SAN ANTONIO — Northmarq has brokered the sale of Regatta Apartment Homes, a 200-unit multifamily complex in San Antonio’s Northern Hills neighborhood. Built in 1982, the property offers one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans and amenities such as a pool, tennis court, clubhouse and walking trails. Zar Haro, Moses Siller, Bryan VanCura, Phil Grafe, Brian Booth, Rudy Dodier and Kevin Garza of Northmarq represented the undisclosed seller in the transaction. The buyer, an affiliate of CREE Capital, assumed the seller’s loan. The post Northmarq Brokers Sale of 200-Unit Apartment Complex in San An ..read more

AUSTIN, TEXAS — General contractor Whiting-Turner Construction has begun construction on the West Infill project at the Barbara Jordan Terminal at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The project will add 75,000 square feet of space across four levels, encompassing areas such as baggage handling, apron space, the concourse and a new mezzanine level. Additionally, the project team will undertake enhancements to mechanical, electrical and IT systems to minimize wait times and maximize efficiency for the 57,000 travelers who pass through the airport on a daily basis. Completion is slated ..read more

DURHAM, N.C. — Driftwood Capital has purchased Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park, a 225-room hotel located in North Carolina’s Research Triangle area. Built in 1988 at 4700 Guardian Drive in Durham, the hotel marks Driftwood’s third acquisition in the state. Franklin BSP Realty Trust originated a two-year loan with three one-year extension options for the acquisition on behalf of Driftwood Capital. The buyer plans to implement $9 million of renovations at the property, with planned improvements including upgrades to the guest rooms, a new central air system and the introduction of ..read more

GOOSE CREEK AND MONCKS CORNER, S.C. — Berkadia has arranged the sale of two multifamily communities totaling 144 units in metro Charleston. The properties, which comprise 72 units each, include Epson Oaks and Churchill Apartments. Faris Capital Partners acquired the communities from Napali Capital for an undisclosed price. Mark Boyce of Berkadia represented the seller in the transaction. Built in 2008, Churchill Apartments is located at 601 Old State Road in Goose Creek. Epson Oaks was built in 2003 and is located at 2000 Epson Plantation Drive in Moncks Corner. The post Berkadia Arranges Sale ..read more

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Colliers Mortgage has secured an $8.9 million loan for the refinancing of Northside Townhomes in Spartanburg. The 47-unit property features three-bedroom townhome residences. Amenities at the community include attached garages for select units, off-street parking and access to the Hub City Farmers Market. Bill Mattice and Phillip Cox of Colliers Mortgage orginated the 35-year financing on behalf of the borrower, an entity doing business as Spartanburg RE Investments LLC. The post Colliers Mortgage Secures $8.9M Refinancing for Northside Townhomes in Spartanburg, South Carol ..read more

HASLET, TEXAS — Mainfreight, a logistics company based in New Zealand, has signed a 62,000-square-foot industrial lease in Haslet, a northern suburb of Fort Worth. The site at 112 Harmon Road spans 21.3 acres. The build-to-suit facility will feature 24-foot clear heights, 86 dock doors, 20,000 square feet of office space and ample trailer parking. An affiliate of Chicago-based Timber Hill Group and Champion Realty Advisors own the site and expect to complete construction of the facility by the end of the year. CBRE represented Mainfreight in the lease negotiations, and Lee & Associates rep ..read more

COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS — REI Co-op will open a 21,732-square-foot store at 615 University Drive E in College Station. The store, which will be situated adjacent to a Crunch Fitness facility, will be the outdoor apparel and equipment retailer’s 11th in Texas. The store will house a full-service bike shop and is expected to employ about 40 people. The opening is slated for the fall. The post REI Co-op to Open 21,732 SF Store in College Station appeared first on REBusinessOnline ..read more