Philadelphia
Federal Cutbacks Threaten Philly’s Office Market, WCRE’s Todd Monahan Weighs In

WCRE’s Managing Director, Todd Monahan, was recently quoted discussing the potential impact of federal cost-cutting measures on Philadelphia’s office market. As the Trump administration looks to reduce government spending, one […]
Read More....Can ‘Experiences’ Save Philadelphia-Area Malls

Greater Philadelphia has seen a surge in experiential retailers as consumers seek more interactive shopping options. Experts believe these immersive concepts are crucial for the survival of malls. While not […]
Read More....Philly’s Inflation Remains Sticky

The latest release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the Philadelphia metropolitan area continues to grapple with inflation rates surpassing those of the broader country. Philadelphia’s core inflation, […]
Read More....Philadelphia’s Retail Sector is the Sole Property Type Experiencing a Reduction in Vacancy

Between the first quarters of 2020 and 2024, the Philadelphia commercial real estate market exhibited diverse trends in its major sectors—retail, industrial, multifamily, and office. Retail defied expectations, experiencing consistent […]
Read More....The Conversion of Philadelphia’s Office Buildings Needs to Commence Immediately

The COVID pandemic has left an indelible mark on our collective memory, reshaping the way people work and where they work. In the Philadelphia area, the blending of home and […]
Read More....Rising Retail Capitalization Rates Amid Sustained Consumer Demand

After a period of price discovery, the Philadelphia region is adjusting to a new valuation standard for commercial real estate assets. Recent transactions indicate that the higher interest rates of […]
Read More....Commercial Real Estate Sales in Philadelphia Sector Enter 2024 on a Low Note

After enduring the slowest year for commercial property sales in over a decade in 2023, the Philadelphia region approaches the new year with cautious optimism. The initial months are expected […]
Read More....Philadelphia Industrial Assets Remain Top Choice for Real Estate Investors for Third Consecutive Year

Despite a 57% annual sales decline in 2023, industrial properties in the Philadelphia region maintained their status as the preferred asset class. The industrial sector is poised to exhibit resilience […]
Read More....Philadelphia Retailers Downsize Store Requirements, Leading to Smaller Average Retail Lease Sizes

The trend of diminishing retail lease sizes continues in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic’s ongoing impact. In 2023, the average retail lease size shrank by nearly […]
Read More....Assessing Philadelphia’s Office Market Against Other Major US Cities

Amidst a national trend of companies downsizing office spaces over three years, the Philadelphia metropolitan area stands out for its resilience compared to several other major U.S. office markets. Although […]
Read More....Nation’s Strongest and Weakest Apartment Rent Growth

For the first time in more than 20 years, Chicago’s apartment rent growth is the highest among its major market peers over the course of three consecutive quarters. Apartment rents […]
Read More....East Coast Mayors Call for More Office Conversions

Mayors in cities across the U.S. want to loosen rules that can slow the pace of office-to-residential conversions. In some instances, cities have offered generous tax abatements to developers who […]
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