Diana Sabau
Senior Content Writer, CRE News & Market Analysis
Drawing on years of intense research in the U.S. commercial real estate market at Yardi Matrix, Diana now applies her expertise as a writer for the CommercialCafe blog. Her articles focus on CRE investment, labor market trends, and technology, and have been picked up by prestigious publications including the New York Times, GlobeSt, The Real Deal, NAIOP, MSN, and Bisnow.
Praelium Sets Local Record With $235-Million Portfolio Acquisition
A massive, 17-building portfolio in Goleta, Calif., has changed hands for $235 million, marking one of the largest property transactions ever recorded in the region. Irvine, Calif.-based Praelium Commercial Real Estate purchased the collection of office, industrial, and research and development (R&D) assets from Majestic Asset Management. This high-profile deal highlights the enduring value of industrial space in Santa Barbara County, particularly as investors continue to prioritize high-quality R&D assets in the area.
March 2026 Industrial Report: The Massive Restructuring of Retail Fulfillment
With energy costs climbing, the value of a dense, well-positioned distribution network has never been higher. Retailers are increasingly investing in AI and robotics to optimize these paths and further slash delivery windows. As a result, the market for “infill” and “last-mile” facilities remains exceptionally tight, as every major player scrambles to keep inventory as close to the consumer as possible.
Point72 Inks Lease at Tishman Speyer’s Hudson Yards Office
Point72 has secured 59,746 square feet of office space in Manhattan, N.Y., within Tishman Speyer’s 66-story tower located at 66 Hudson Blvd. This expansion covers the entire 31st floor and a portion of the 21st floor. While the duration of the agreement was not disclosed, the starting rent was reported at $130 per square foot. Although the deal was finalized in December, it was previously unreported until now.
CIRE Acquires Van Nuys Industrial Campus in $116 Million Deal
CIRE Equity — a San Diego-based private equity firm — has completed a significant $116 million acquisition of two adjacent industrial buildings in Los Angeles’ Van Nuys neighborhood. This deal, which stands as one of the largest in the company’s history, involved assembling a 19-acre portfolio located at 16200 Roscoe Blvd. and 8201-8221 Woodley Ave.
Office Pipeline 2026: Strategic Agility Amid Construction Reset
Agility has become the defining strategy in the current office landscape. That’s because developers who can pivot quickly are better-positioned to mitigate losses and adapt to shifting demand. This trend is evident not only in the ongoing contraction of construction volumes across major U.S. markets, but also in the strategic pausing of high-profile projects.
Azora Private Buys Distressed Office Building in Miami’s Coconut Grove
Torose Equities and Sabal Investment Holdings secured a $28 million profit on the five-story building at 3480 Main Highway in Miami’s Coconut Grove, just one year after acquiring it out of distress.
Carr Bethesda Office Reaches Full Occupancy Following Geico Expansion
Carr Properties has successfully reached 100% occupancy at The Wilson, its landmark 348,000-square-foot office space in Bethesda, Md., located at 7272 Wisconsin Avenue. This milestone was finalized following an expansion agreement with insurance giant Geico, which added 21,000 square feet to its existing footprint.
Paramount Signs Lease at Recently Completed Film Studio in Manhattan, N.Y.
Paramount Television Studios has leased 70,000 square feet at the facility to film the second season of “Dexter: Resurrection” for the Paramount+ streaming service. The Gensler-designed project features six soundstages and production support areas alongside specialized office space in Manhattan.
Shvo Secures New Tenant for San Francisco Office in Record-Breaking Lease Deal
The Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco has reportedly secured a record-breaking rental rate for the West Coast. While many local landlords continue to navigate high vacancy rates, this recently revitalized, 48-story office tower has attracted a tenant paying more than $300 per square foot.
Breakthrough Properties Secures CMBS Loan for Torrey Heights Development
Breakthrough Properties — a joint venture specializing in life sciences assets that was established in 2019 by Tishman Speyer and Bellco Capital — has successfully finalized a $465 million refinancing package for its premier Torrey Heights development.
