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Late Senator Feinstein’s Pacific Heights mansion fetches $19M

36 minutes ago
The Pacific Heights home of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein, purchased in 2006, sold for $19 million in an all-cash deal to an undisclosed New York-based buyer, one of several properties from her portfolio that have sold since her passing.

City to deploy $425M of “mansion tax” money in record spending plan

40 minutes ago
The Los Angeles City Council approved a plan to allocate $425 million from the mansion tax to affordable housing and homelessness programs for the upcoming fiscal year, the largest spending plan under Measure ULA to date.

After averting foreclosure, Hudson Hotel faces new lawsuit from lender

about 1 hour ago
Parkview Financial sues CSC's cofounders for mismanagement of Hudson Hotel conversion, while CSC believes Parkview failed to fund its obligations.

It turns out some real estate people like Zohran Mamdani

about 2 hours ago
Beachwold Residential CEO Gideon Friedman donated $50,000 to a super PAC backing Zohran Mamdani’s bid for New York City mayor, citing Mamdani's appeal to young voters and commitment to building more housing.

Trump real estate portfolio showed widespread distress before reelection

about 2 hours ago
The Trump Organization's real estate portfolio is suffering from high vacancies and negative cash flow, prompting a shift towards brand licensing and cryptocurrency ventures to generate revenue.

Demolition coming for city’s $150 roadblock to zoning approvals

about 2 hours ago
A proposed amendment in Dallas would require public hearings for postponing zoning cases, aiming to increase efficiency and transparency, with Mayor Eric Johnson supporting it as part of an initiative to increase housing supply.

The Daily Dirt: Mamdani takes victory lap with unions

about 2 hours ago
Zohran Mamdani, endorsed by major unions, emphasizes affordability, labor rights, and promises to put working people before corporations in his bid for mayor of NYC.

Zohran Mamdani’s Ideas on Commercial Real Estate Come Into Focus

about 3 hours ago
New York's corporate titans melt down as Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, wins the Democratic primary over preferred candidate Andrew Cuomo, sparking concerns about his tax plan, housing policies, and approach to real estate.

NYC’s top deals: Goldman Sachs exec nabs late art collector’s UES co-op

about 3 hours ago
On July 2, New York City saw 259 deals totaling $485 million, including top residential sales in the Upper East Side and commercial deals near Central Park and in the Bronx.

Invesco Renews 200K SF at Brookfield Place

about 15 hours ago
Invesco renews over 200,000 square feet of office space at Brookfield Properties' 225 Liberty Street, with lease details remaining unclear.

Developer banks 422 acres for industrial hub near McKinney airport

about 16 hours ago
Holley Development Company acquires 422 acres near McKinney National Airport for a new industrial project, increasing their total landholding to 461 acres and seeking rezoning for light industrial and tech manufacturing.

Jennifer Pritzker’s firm sells Rogers Park portfolio for $45M

about 16 hours ago
Tawani Enterprises sold a 6-building Rogers Park multifamily portfolio to Silver Property Group for $45 million, with financing from JPMorgan Chase, despite challenges in the Chicago market.

Crow Holdings swoops in with resi play at aging suburban mall

about 16 hours ago
Trammell Crow Residential is proposing 495 apartments near Atlanta's Northlake Mall as part of a revitalization effort, supported by ATR Corinth Partners as a catalyst for revenue, energy, and attracting people.

Boynton Properties Sells Vacant Bronx Lot for $60M

about 17 hours ago
Boynton Properties, affiliated with Joel Braver's Express Builders, sold a 9.3-acre vacant lot in the Bronx's Soundview neighborhood to David Templer for $60 million, potentially allowing for the construction of a new residential building.

UMD Inks 13K-SF Lease at Baltimore Peninsula for New MBA Campus

about 17 hours ago
The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business signed a lease at Baltimore Peninsula's Rye Street Market district for its flex MBA program, alumni events, and executive education, joining a diverse range of tenants in the development.

Village of Dolton cuts deal to buy Pope’s boyhood home

about 17 hours ago
The village of Dolton has purchased the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV, avoiding an auction and sparking both support and criticism due to the village's financial situation.

Witkoff sells waterfront North Bay Road lot for $24M, marking a ppsf record in Miami Beach

about 17 hours ago
The Witkoff Group sold a 0.4-acre waterfront lot in Miami Beach for $24.3 million, setting a new record price per square foot for land at $1,370 in the area.

Nearly 10% of Noho, Nolita storefronts stand empty

about 17 hours ago
The Real Deal's study found that nearly 1 in 10 stores in Noho and Nolita are vacant, with retail vacancy rates in Soho, Noho, and Nolita lower than that of the Meatpacking District.

Boston beach apartment building sells for $122M

about 17 hours ago
TA Realty acquired The Robinson, a 230-unit apartment building near Revere Beach, for $122 million from Carlyle and Post Road Residential, valuing each unit at $528,000 in the popular development area with several new buildings erected in the past decade.

$240M South Dallas tower proposal courts foreign investors

about 17 hours ago
A $240 million, 25-story mixed-use development has been proposed for South Dallas, including luxury condos, a hotel, office space, a grocery store, and medical services.

South Florida shopping center spree continues with $18M Broward sale

about 17 hours ago
Investors Ryan Shapiro and Jonathan Wizman acquired Davie Square and a Denny's outparcel in Davie, Florida for $17.8 million, part of a larger trend of significant shopping center sales in South Florida.

Terreno Realty Acquires LIC Industrial Facility From UPS

about 18 hours ago
Terreno Realty acquires building in Long Island City for $31.1 million, plans extensive renovation.

SoCal resi market sees wave of deal cancellations continue

about 18 hours ago
The rise in home sale cancellations in Southern California reflects a slumping residential real estate market, plateauing home prices, and high mortgage rates.

Fannie Mae lawyer who took on multifamily fraud is set to leave

about 18 hours ago
Fannie Mae lawyer who led mortgage fraud investigation is leaving amid larger shakeup at the agency under new director.

Paul, Weiss Expands to 850K SF at 1345 Avenue of the Americas

about 18 hours ago
Law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison subleased additional space at 1345 Avenue of the Americas, expanding their total footprint to 849,672 square feet.

Brooklyn-Based Developer Plans 124-Unit Residential Tower in Astoria

about 18 hours ago
Brooklyn developer plans to build a nine-story residential project in Queens on former ice cream shop site.

Tech couple sells Venetian Islands mansion for record $46M

about 18 hours ago
Tech moguls Tom and Patricia Kennedy sold their Venetian Islands mansion for $46 million, the most expensive home ever sold in the Miami Beach neighborhood, after buying the property for $21.5 million in 2022 and completing the 9,700-square-foot mansion this year.

Senate Approval of Trump’s Megabill Gives Win to CRE With Permanent Bonus Depreciation

about 19 hours ago
President Trump's tax and spending cuts bill includes a provision that could provide a boost to commercial real estate investors by permanently restoring 100 percent bonus depreciation for real estate assets.

Gaw Capital adds Bellevue office campus to Columbia Tower trophy in biggest buy of Q2

about 19 hours ago
Gaw Capital acquires Bellefield Office Park in Bellevue through deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, adding another Seattle-area property to its portfolio.

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Expanded By 50K SF at 277 Park Avenue

about 19 hours ago
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation expanded its presence at 277 Park Avenue office tower by 50,000 square feet, bringing their total footprint to 316,000 square feet.

Brokerage wars: Serhant lands Palm Beach office, trophy listings

about 19 hours ago
Celebrity superbroker Ryan Serhant plants his flag in the competitive Palm Beach market, opening a new office and securing high-value listings and top agent recruitment.

Whole Foods sues Public Hotel over line for popular rooftop bar

about 19 hours ago
Whole Foods Market is suing Ian Schrager's Public Hotel over a rooftop bar that creates massive crowds blocking overnight deliveries, seeking to temporarily stop the bar's operation and $400,000 in damages.

Blackstone finds tariff silver lining with $718M industrial deal

about 19 hours ago
Blackstone purchased a 6 million-square-foot industrial portfolio from Crow Holdings in a deal totaling $718 million.

Midtown South rezoning poised to pass this summer

about 20 hours ago
The Adams administration's plan to rezone 42 blocks of Midtown South for mixed-use development, potentially unlocking nearly 10,000 housing units, is nearing City Council approval.

Primo, Reschke catch tax break for $286M Loop office conversion

about 20 hours ago
Mike Reschke and Quintin Primo secured a tax break and landmark status for the office-to-residential conversion of 111 West Monroe in Chicago.

Compass ditches Clear Cooperation Policy

about 20 hours ago
Compass defies NAR and MLS rules, citing legal risks and continuing opposition to the Clear Cooperation Policy.

Uptown Dallas Inc names next leader after Jollee’s exit for TREC

about 20 hours ago
Kelem Butts named new executive director of Uptown Dallas Inc., focusing on public safety and cleanliness as district continues to thrive.

Reichmann realty scion buys into SF’s Union Square in latest revival strategy

about 20 hours ago
Ian Jacobs, heir of the Reichmann real estate family and former Warren Buffett apprentice, is expanding his Union Square portfolio with the acquisition of 111 Ellis Street as part of his plan to acquire 3 million square feet of downtown San Francisco property.

Footwear designer’s renovated Cobble Hill townhouse inks top Brooklyn contract

about 20 hours ago
Footwear designer Tull Price sells his Cobble Hill townhouse for $8.8 million, leading Brooklyn's real estate market for homes asking at least $2 million.

CIM secures private family club at 50 Columbia Heights

about 21 hours ago
Little Big Hospitality signed a 45,000-square-foot lease to open a family-oriented membership club in Brooklyn Heights, part of a trend of family membership clubs in New York City.

L.A. Office Activity Improves, But Challenges Are Mounting

about 21 hours ago
Office leasing activity in Los Angeles is above average, but high vacancy rates are delaying the market's recovery, while Orange County's office market shows positive signs.

CBRE absorbs Irvine Co office leasing team in Chicago

about 21 hours ago
CBRE hired Greg Tait, Maggie Brophy, and Jamion Hartley from Irvine Company’s Chicago office leasing team to handle leasing for Irvine's Chicago office portfolio, signaling Irvine's transition away from direct leasing in Chicago.

Private Employers Shed 33K Jobs in June, Despite Expectations

about 22 hours ago
In June, private U.S. employers shed 33,000 jobs, with losses concentrated in professional services and education, while other sectors showed gains and smaller companies struggled.

Stephen Starr Takes Over Former Aba Restaurant Space at Bal Harbour Shops

about 22 hours ago
Famed restaurateur Stephen Starr expands presence at Bal Harbour Shops near Miami, taking over space previously occupied by Aba.

Warby Parker Takes 1,700 SF at Brookfield’s 250 Vesey Street

about 22 hours ago
Warby Parker signs new lease for a store at Brookfield Place in Manhattan, marking their 300th store opening nationwide.

Ron Moelis Scores $65M Refinancing for LIC’s Multifamily Property

about 22 hours ago
L+M Development Partners co-founder secures $65 million to refinance multifamily property in Long Island City.

Josh Flagg drops Stephen Kotler from hacking lawsuit

about 22 hours ago
Josh Flagg is dropping his former boss Stephen Kotler from a lawsuit over claims of hacking, as he continues to search for the alleged culprits who accessed and shared his private information.

Nurix subleases former Johnson & Johnson offices south of SF

about 23 hours ago
Nurix Therapeutics is subleasing a large former Johnson & Johnson office space in Brisbane, California, as the Bay Area's life sciences building vacancy rate remains high.

Related, Newland acquire former Forever 21 HQ in $120M deal

about 23 hours ago
Related Companies and Newland Capital Group purchased the former Forever 21 headquarters in Lincoln Heights for $120 million, with plans to redevelop it into a new industrial, office, and storage complex called "Mission Crossing."

411 Pain mogul sells second lakefront Southwest Ranches mansion

about 23 hours ago
The founder of 1-800-411-PAIN, Robert Lewin, and his wife sold a mansion in Southwest Ranches for $15.5 million, at a 30 percent discount from the original asking price.

Charles Cohen fires back at Fortress in finance squabble

about 23 hours ago
Charles Cohen refutes accusations from Fortress that he transferred assets to his wife to avoid creditors, claiming they were for marital consideration and maintains he has sufficient funds to meet financial obligations.

Berkeley approves major zoning change enabling small apartment projects

about 24 hours ago
The Berkeley City Council unanimously voted to overturn single-family zoning policies, allowing for the construction of small apartment buildings on typical lots to address housing shortages.

LA office availability increases “amidst uncertainty over industry consolidation”

about 24 hours ago
Los Angeles County saw an increase in office availability while Orange County experienced a decrease, with differing lease deals pointing to potential market recovery in law, finance, retail, and education sectors.

Palm Beach County weekly condo sales plummet to $33M

1 day ago
Palm Beach County's weekly condo sales plummeted after a mid-June spike, with average prices dropping significantly.

Kaliner’s RoundSquare Development scores loan for new classical Chelsea condo project

1 day ago
VM Properties Group and the Kaliner family are bringing a boutique condo boom to Manhattan's Chelsea with an 11-story luxury condo featuring classic design and only eight upscale residences.

Cash deals hit record high in Manhattan’s strong second quarter

1 day ago
Manhattan's luxury residential market in the second quarter experienced a surge in cash deals, record high prices, and decreased inventory, driven by wealthy cash buyers and slowed activity for financed buyers due to high mortgage rates.

NYC’s top deals: Pinnacle’s Joel Wiener sells penthouse for $4M

1 day ago
New York City experienced 210 deals totaling $236 million, with top sales including a $21.5 million condominium unit at 111 West 57th Street and a $3 million commercial property in the Bronx.

REITs continue to lag broader stock market

1 day ago
The stock market hit a record high in the second quarter, while real estate investment trusts continue to lag due to concerns about interest rates and tariffs.

The Daily Dirt: Are charter revisions a game-changer?

1 day ago
City Charter Revision Commission is proposing changes to the land-use process, including fast-tracking approval for affordable housing and infrastructure projects, as well as allowing large housing projects to win rezonings without local City Council member approval.

ValCap Group scoops ‘mismanaged’ Plano asset at center of legal feud

1 day ago
ValCap Group purchased Bellevue at Spring Creek, an apartment complex in Plano, in receivership after a legal dispute involving fraud allegations against the previous owner.