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.
Michael J. Fox Foundation Moves Headquarters to RXR-Owned Building
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) is preparing for a move to a new location in Midtown Manhattan, N.Y. The non-profit will occupy 68,958 square feet of office space at 530 Fifth Ave. — a 26-story office tower jointly owned by RXR and Sagehall since 2014.
Bain Capital Forks Over $52 Million for South Florida Industrial Campus
Kurv Industrial, previously known as Bridge Industrial, has finalized the $52 million sale of a warehouse campus in Pompano Beach, Fla., according to official property records. Known as Bridge Point Pompano Beach Commerce Park, the asset is a high-profile industrial space in Pompano Beach, Fla., consisting of three buildings totaling 380,496 square feet. The buyer was Boston-based Bain Capital Real Estate.
April 2026 Industrial Report: Growing Demand for New Warehousing Spaces Amid Automation Adoption
Automation and AI adoption are increasing in warehouses, but structural constraints will see this trend unfold slowly over the next decade. Nevertheless, warehouse demand is already being impacted.
SL Green’s 100 Park Ave. Fully Leased Following Latest Deal
Law firm Robinson+Cole signed a 15-year deal for 48,451 square feet at 100 Park Ave. , successfully bringing the Midtown East office tower to 100% leased. The acquisition of this premier office space in Midtown Manhattan, N.Y., underscores the enduring appeal of the Park Avenue corridor for top-tier firms prioritizing high-quality, transit-oriented locations.
Blackstone Secures $154-Million Refinancing for Miami Offices
Blackstone has secured $154 million from CIM Group’s private credit fund to refinance 2 and 3 MiamiCentral, which are part of a premier, mixed-use development in downtown Miami. The high-profile office space in Miami serves as a regional hub for the real estate giant, which operates its own office within the property. Eastdil Secured brokered the transaction for the 339,000-square-foot asset.
Dalfen Acquires 1.4-Million-Square-Foot North Texas & Midwest Industrial Portfolio
Dalfen Industrial has acquired a 1.4-million-square-foot portfolio from Singapore-based Mapletree Investments for $207.5 million. The deal, which breaks down to $150 per square foot, marks the fifth divestment for Mapletree as it wraps up its 2019 U.S. & European Logistics Private Trust. This $1.8-billion, closed-end fund was launched during a period of significant growth for industrial markets, particularly in North Texas.
Law Firm Signs 29,000-Square-Foot Deal to Move Operations to Arts District Office
Global law firm Goodwin has announced a relocation to LA’s Arts District. This move from a traditional high-rise workspace to a low-rise, industrial-style environment highlights evolving preferences for office space in Los Angeles.
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.
