2026 Spring Preview: Mark Bouzianis, KW Coastal Land & Commercial Group

What trends or market activity are you seeing as we move into the spring season? The residential sector continues to perform strongly, with multifamily properties seeing unprecedented demand. Our firm is collaborating with investors and developers to pursue significant multifamily opportunities, including both new construction projects and the acquisition of existing assets. We are particularly focused on value-add properties that offer potential for renovation and repositioning. Additionally, residential subdivision land is selling fast, indicating robust fundamentals in the single-family development market.

What opportunities or challenges do you see shaping the commercial real estate landscape over the next several months? The current housing shortage is creating opportunities to revitalize our communities. We’re seeing a surge in the redevelopment and conversion of existing buildings, alongside the construction of new multifamily and single-family homes. However, the road ahead isn’t without its hurdles. Navigating the project entitlement process can be tricky, and escalating construction costs are adding another layer of complexity to project feasibility across all asset classes. Despite these challenges, the demand for housing is driving innovative solutions and new possibilities.

What projects, initiatives, or types of work are currently keeping your team busiest? Market activity remains strong across all asset classes, with particularly noticeable supply constraints in industrial properties. This situation continues to create competitive positioning among both investors and tenants. We are currently selling hospitality assets, and there is also demand from buyers and tenants seeking retail space. This scenario defines today’s commercial market, even amidst broader economic uncertainties that continue to impact investment decisions across the region.