Retail

CBRE arranges sale of 100,000 s/f retail property for The Grossman Companies

Quincy, MA CBRE has arranged the sale of 130-132 Granite St., a 100,000 s/f retail property. The Grossman Companies, Inc. (TGCI), a family-owned real estate firm with local roots, acquired the property from Regency Centers through a TGCI affiliate. Situated at the intersection of Walter Hannon Pkwy. and Burgin  Pkwy. on a 7.1-acre site, 130-132 Granite St. is a neighborhood supermarket center

Marcus and Millichap brokers sale of $12.975m shopping center

St. Albans City, VT Marcus & Millichap has completed the sale of Highgate Commons, a 224,000 s/f grocery-anchored shopping center. The asset sold for $12.975 million. The center was anchored by tenants including Hannaford and T.J. Maxx. James Koury and Alex Quinn, investment specialists in Marcus & Millichap’s Boston office, exclusively marketed the property on behalf of the seller

Atlantic Capital Partners completes sale of Middlesex Marketplace

Burlington, MA Atlantic Capital Partners has completed the sale of Middlesex Marketplace, an institutional-quality multi-tenant strip center 15 miles north of downtown Boston. This 38,243 s/f shopping center was 89% leased to a mix of industry-leading tenants, including Smith & Wollensky, Visionworks, Ideal Image and AFC Urgent Care, amongst others.

Derby Street Shops celebrates 20 years

Hingham, MA Derby Street Shops celebrated its 20th anniversary this past June. Since opening in 2004, Derby Street Shops has evolved as a community hub, integrating shopping and dining with amenities, public art, and experiences and programming. The property is connected to the community more than ever and continues to redefine retail innovation.

Demand for space is now…. Meet the new shoppers - by Carol Todreas

Malls are back - and good retail is upward bound. Just a few years ago they were called dinosaurs and obsolete without much of a future. The weak malls have vanished, but those in class A locations are making a comeback. Repositioned with a relevant mix of uses with stunning architecture and new stores, these reborn malls have savvy retailers standing in line for space. 

Core Investments unveils second annual lineup for The LOT

Boston, MA Core Investments, Inc., a quarter-century-old real estate investment and development company, has released its 2024 fall program of music, food, and events at The LOT: the second annual lineup of activities representing Core Investment’s commitment to the emerging On the Dot neighborhood in South Boston.

Noble Castella opens at High Street Place

Boston, MA High Street Place, downtown’s food hall, has added Noble Castella to its dining options. This new venture introduces an authentic Japanese-inspired pastry experience to the city, featuring the traditional Castella cake as its centerpiece, skillfully crafted under the guidance of founders Esmeralda Isufi and Aldo Kasaj.

The Street Chestnut Hill debuts 27 Boylston - 90,000 s/f retail building

Chestnut Hill, MA The Street Chestnut Hill has opened its newest building at 27 Boylston St. Located at the center of the property, this destination within The Street will consist of over 25 new retailers and restaurants, health and wellness concepts, office space, and community gathering places.

Simon Property Group adds nine retailers to South Shore Plaza

Braintree, MA Simon Property Group’s South Shore Plaza is anticipating the arrival of nine new retailers, including the first Savage x Fenty store in New England. The arrivals also include Uniqlo, Akira, Box Lunch, Golf Lounge 18, Earthbound Trading, Turmeric House, and Pho & Dough, in addition to the recent expansion and remodel of the Apple Store.

Boston Seaport by WS hosts
The Current Cabanas’ 15th season

Boston, MA Boston Seaport by WS has welcomed the 15th season of The Current, now reimagined as The Current Cabanas. This innovative retail concept will transform into a summer shopping destination from May 16 through September 2, 2024, featuring a collection of pop-up shops from both new and returning brands.