As World Cup excitement continued to build across the globe, retail and mixed-use destinations prepared for more than just an added boost to their revenue. They used the tournament as a placemaking opportunity, turning open-air centers into fan hubs designed to bring people together, drive tenant traffic and give visitors new reasons to move throughout a property before, during and after matches. That strategy took shape at Atlantic Village in Hallandale Beach, Florida, which kicked off its monthlong World Cup celebration with a watch party featuring a kids’ soccer clinic, …
Abby Cox
As retail continues to evolve, shopping centers continue to be community hubs that foster connection, engagement, and local impact. Second Horizon Capital’s 250 Acts of Community initiative is one example of how retail properties are turning that commitment into action. Inspired by America250, the portfolio-wide initiative encourages acts of service, appreciation, and community engagement across Second Horizon Capital’s seven shopping centers nationwide. As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the initiative provides a way for shopping centers to celebrate by investing in the communities they serve. From honoring military families …
Chula Vista, Calif. — JLL has arranged the $30.4 million sale of Terra Nova Plaza, a 96,114-square-foot retail center located in Chula Vista, roughly eight miles south of downtown San Diego. The center, which was fully leased at the time of sale, is occupied by a 44,477-square-foot Dick’s Sporting Goods and a 51,637-square-foot Floor & Décor store. Terra Nova Plaza is situated within a larger 301,000-square-foot, grocery-anchored regional shopping center that features a mix of tenants including Smart & Final, CVS/pharmacy, Marshalls, Chase Bank, Taco Bell, Jack in the Box and …
Ashland, Ohio — Prudent Growth Partners has purchased Amberwood Plaza, a 25,400-square-foot neighborhood center located in the north-central Ohio city of Ashland for $3.5 million. Constructed in 2006, Amberwood Plaza was 94 percent leased to 10 tenants at the time of sale including Tacos and Tequila and Verizon Wireless. More than 28 percent of the center has been occupied by the same tenants for over 15 years.
Marcus & Millichap Negotiates Sale of Baybury Square Shopping Center Portfolio in Metro Dallas
Richardson, Texas — Marcus & Millichap has negotiated the sale of Baybury Square Shopping Center, a 51,542-square-foot retail portfolio located in Richardson, about 14 miles north of downtown Dallas. Built in 1966, the portfolio includes two multi-tenant shopping centers and two freestanding buildings situated on nearly 11 acres. The property was approximately 64 percent leased at the time of sale. Philip Levy and Scott Abeel of Marcus & Millichap marketed the property on behalf of the seller, an out-of-state private investor, and procured the buyer, a local real estate developer. The buyer plans …
Encinitas, Calif. — RPG has acquired a 4,939-square-foot multi-tenant retail property located in Encinitas, roughly 25 miles north of downtown San Diego. The building was fully leased at the time of sale to five tenants including three retail shops and two restaurants. The seller and terms of the transaction were not released.
Raleigh, N.C. — Armstrong Capital Development (ACD) has acquired Townridge Shopping Center, a 273,105-square-foot retail property located in Raleigh. Walmart and Planet Fitness anchor the center, which was 96 percent leased at the time of sale. Other tenants include Chipotle Mexican Grill, Advance Auto Parts, Cato, AT&T, Burger King, Edible Arrangements and Papa Johns Pizza, according to LoopNet Inc. The property features five buildings at Townridge Shopping Center, along with a single building at the adjacent Village at Townridge, that function together as a unified commercial site. Tom Kolarczyk, Michael Nieder …
SRS Real Estate Negotiates $6.9 Million Sale of Single-Tenant Grocery Property in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Kalamazoo, Mich. — SRS Real Estate Partners has negotiated the $6.9 million sale of a single-tenant grocery property located in Kalamazoo. D&W Fresh Market occupies the 29,000-square-foot building on a corporate-guaranteed absolute triple-net lease. The current lease extends through 2031 and includes three five-year renewal options. The building was originally built in 1955. Jeff Gates of SRS represented the seller, a Toronto-based investor group, in the transaction. The buyer was an institutional investor.
Marcus & Millichap Arranges $5 Million Sale of Single-Tenant Retail Property in Alameda, California
Alameda, Calif. — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the $5 million sale of a single-tenant retail property located in the Bay Area city of Alameda. Peet’s Coffee & Tea occupies the 3,000-square-foot building on a 10-year lease with annual rent increases. Mark Mason of Marcus & Millichap procured the buyer, a California-based private corporate trust. Brandon Norton and David Lucas of Monarch Commercial Advisors represented the seller, a California-based add-value private client.
City of Industry, Calif. and Egg Harbor Township, N.J. — Spencer Spirit Holdings has signed a definitive agreement with Sycamore Partners to acquire Hot Topic and its portfolio of brands: Hot Topic, BoxLunch and Her Universe. The transaction unites six complementary retail concepts under one umbrella, expanding the combined company’s total footprint to more than 3,000 stores across North America. After closing, Hot Topic, BoxLunch and Her Universe will continue to operate independently from the Spencer Spirit business and maintain their existing headquarters in California. The transaction, which is subject to customary …