Evelyn Jozsa
Evelyn is a creative writer covering commercial real estate trends and insights in the U.S. Evelyn was previously a senior associate editor at Multi-Housing News and Commercial Property Executive. She has an academic background in Journalism and Irish Studies. Evelyn has been covering the CRE industry since 2017. Reach her via email.
Weak Demand, Still-Rising Vacancies Predict Downward Trend in Office Valuations  Â
The 2024 office market outlook suggests an increase in these discounted sales, driven by high rates and reduced demand.
Understanding Distressed Commercial Properties and How CRE Solutions Simplify Tracking EffortsÂ
Gain insights into identifying, tracking, evaluating and investing in commercial distressed properties for optimal returns.
2023 Industrial Sales Total $52 Billion, Roughly Half of 2022 Volume
Due to tighter underwriting policies and more expensive capital, transaction activity will continue to diminish in 2024.
U.S. Office Market Closes 2023 With $34 Billion in Sales, 60% Below the Volume Recorded in 2022
The U.S. office market has logged $33.8 billion in office sales for 2023, at a yearly average of $196 per square foot.
2023 Marks Year of Shifts and Stabilizing Trends in U.S. Industrial Sector
Port activity normalized, manufacturing surged in North America, and interest rate hikes dampened transaction activity and new development.
Office Utilization Plateaus at 50% to 60% of Pre-Pandemic Levels
Demand for office space is down, expenses are up and values have dropped, while maturing loans continue to pressure the sector.
Industrial Sector Maintains Momentum Despite Uptick in Vacancy Rates  Â
Industrial vacancy rates rose 70 basis points from 3.9% in January 2023 to 4.6% in October but remained unchanged month-over-month.
Office Projects Face Delays, Cancelations as Uncertainties Linger
About 31 million square feet of new office space began construction in 2023, nearly half of the starts from the last two years.
Industrial Transactions Still Muted as Bid-Ask Gap Holds Firm Â
Sellers have yet to readjust price expectations, as buyers are unwilling to pay high prices amid expensive and limited financing options.
National Office Sales Volume at $25 Billion Through the First Three Quarters of 2023
The average sale price per square foot fell 21% Y-o-Y, with properties trading at an average of $198 per square foot through Q3 2023.Â
