News: Owners Developers & Managers

Morris & Sheridan of O,R&L Commercial sell 184,000 s/f

O,R&L Commercial real estate brokerage team of Jay Morris and Colleen Sheridan has completed the sale of 1559 King St., a 184,000 s/f office/warehouse/retail building, situated on 17 acres at exit 46 along I-91 to Baker Properties, a division of The Baker Cos. The property was sold for $5.2 million. The property will be divided to accommodate tenant needs. Baker Properties specializes in commercial real estate development and acquisition of warehouse and flex buildings on major distribution corridors in N.Y., N.J., Conn. and Penn. Morris and Sheridan were the sole brokers in this transaction. Morris, managing partner of the firm said, "This is a great outcome for this building, which was formerly the home of Bernie's corporate offices, retail showroom and distribution center, to be put back in service." Sheridan said, "This in one of the most highly visible locations in the state of Connecticut with an immediate 4-way interchange at the property. It will attract companies seeking a business location that offers modern efficient space coupled with maximum highway exposure. The zoning accommodates a wide variety of uses including retail, office, warehouse and others. The property has a very high parking ratio which makes it an ideal location for high density employee companies." Philip King, vice president of acquisition said, "Baker Properties services its clients with a broad array of real estate expertise: Experienced management, years of design and construction experience, combined with a proven track record of integrity, and financial strength assures a value-added advantage for today's demanding corporate client. We see this highly visible location on I-91 as a key component in our portfolio of properties."
MORE FROM Owners Developers & Managers

Barnat Development begins work on Phase II of Holmes Beverly - construction led by NEI General Contracting

Beverly, MA Barnat Development has begun construction on Holmes Beverly Phase II, adding 52 apartment homes adjacent to the existing development near the Beverly Depot MBTA commuter rail station. The project is financed through the newly launched Holmes Opportunity Zone Fund, focused on investing in new multifamily construction projects across New England. $10 million of Holmes OZ Fund equity is paired with $21 million in long-term
READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
Columns and Thought Leadership
Revitalized Town Centers:  Retail??? - by Carol Todreas

Revitalized Town Centers: Retail??? - by Carol Todreas

It is now widely accepted that customers want to shop in person at physical stores. Brands know that they do better business in a physical store than just on line so they want to open stores. Demand for retail space by digital merchants, local entrepreneurs, and newly developed national chains
Retail infill strategy to activate Pawtucket’s Conant Thread District - by Gaetan Kashala

Retail infill strategy to activate Pawtucket’s Conant Thread District - by Gaetan Kashala

Until recently, the Conant Thread District consisted of approximately 150 acres of underutilized industrial land spanning Pawtucket and Central Falls. Today, the area is one of the most significant
IREM president’s message:  Our new reality - Staying ahead of supply chain delays - by Yoany Vargas

IREM president’s message: Our new reality - Staying ahead of supply chain delays - by Yoany Vargas

Supply chain delays are slowing construction, ratcheting up operating costs, and extending turnover timelines across Greater Boston, directly reducing revenue and increasing the workload for multifamily and

Florida ruling raises bar for condo terminations and buyouts - by Michael Karsch

Florida ruling raises bar for condo terminations and buyouts - by Michael Karsch

On October 14, 2025, in a landmark decision with significant implications for the Florida real estate market, the Supreme Court of Florida formally denied Two Roads Development’s (TRD Biscayne LLC) petition for review in its long-running case against unit owners of Biscayne 21,