Retail
Newbury Street: Boston’s timeless retail gem thrives in a modern era - by Joseph Aquino
Boston’s iconic Newbury St. continues to thrive as one of the most vibrant and compelling retail corridors in the United States. Nestled in the heart of the Back Bay, this historic St. has evolved into a powerhouse of high-St. retail, where luxury meets lifestyle and legacy brands coexist with up-and-coming names. With its European charm, diverse architecture, and unmatched foot traffic, Newbury St. remains a dynamic reflection of Boston’s energy, culture, and economic strength.
PopUp Bagels opens 2nd Boston-area location at Assembly Row
Somerville, MA PopUp Bagels, the “Not Famous but Known” bagel shop, opened its second Boston-area location at Assembly Row (334 Artisan Way) on July 25th. Following the momentum of their Seaport launch earlier this year - with lines down the block, a live DJ, and a crowd-pleasing partnership with Grillo’s Pickles - they’re excited to continue growing in Boston and bring the PopUp Bagels experience to Somerville.
New England Retail Properties sells former
Smithland Supply for $3.2 million to Van Wilgen’s
Southington, CT Matt Halprin president of New England Retail Properties, Inc. has completed the $3.2 million sale of the former Smithland Supply Pet & Garden Center at 1198 Queen St. The property sold to Van Wilgen Garden Mart. Van Wilgen Garden Mart is a family-owned multi-unit garden center founded in 1920.
Malone Commercial arranges 2,644 s/f lease to Reframe Fitness
Portland, ME Reframe Fitness LLC has leased 2,644 s/f of retail space at 180 Kennebec St. in the city’s West Bayside neighborhood. The new studio will be the second location for the locally owned fitness studio, which opened its Falmouth location in January. Reframe quickly built a strong following with its dynamic, high- intensity Pilates classes using the XFormer,
Bialow Real Estate promotes Groper and Genovese to senior vice presidents
Needham, MA Bialow Real Estate, a national retail real estate consultancy, has promoted Brett Groper to senior vice president and Anthony Genovese to senior vice president – retail expansion & advisory. The firm has also recently advised clients in a spate of high-profile leases and new locations for more than 75 expanding brands across the country. Groper and Genovese are credited for many of these successes.
Summit Realty Partners signs Activate to 11,140 s/f new space
Dorchester, MA According to Summit Realty Partners, Activate, the immersive gaming and entertainment experience, is coming soon to South Bay Center, offering 11,140 s/f of action-packed space to play, compete, and have a blast! This marks Activate’s first location in the local market and a major milestone for its growing U.S. expansion. The lease was completed in collaboration with property owner Allstate Road (Edens) LLC.
Old Port Square forms collaboration with Fête Market
Portland, ME Old Port Square has formed a collaboration with Fête Market for the launch of the Old Port Makers Market. Hosted by Fête Market, the Old Port Makers Market will bring together a handpicked selection of approximately 30+ local artists and makers to display and sell their wares in the city’s historic Old Port.
Shake Shack opens at The Landing at Hyannis
Hyannis, MA The Landing at Hyannis has welcomed Shake Shack to the open air shopping center on July 30th. “There is something for everyone to enjoy at Shake Shack’s new location at The Landing at Hyannis,” said Lindsay Desmettre, senior director of leasing at WS Development. “Whether guests are looking for an on-the-go bite before hopping on the ferry to an island retreat, or a relaxed family meal, Shake Shack is the perfect dining destination for locals and visitors alike.”
PopUp Bagels signs 10-year lease
at East Brown Cow’s Old Port Square
Portland, ME Old Port Square, East Brown Cow and Malone Commercial Brokers have arranged for PopUp Bagels to be opening its first Maine location in Old Port Square this fall. PopUp Bagel has signed a 10-year lease for the centrally located 1,350 s/f space at 210 Middle St.
Region Commercial leases 13,500 s/f building to Springfield Pharmacy LLC
Springfield, MA Region Commercial has completed the lease of 13,500 s/f at 707 State St. to Springfield Pharmacy LLC. 707 State St. was one of the Massachusetts Walgreen’s locations that was recently named to close. Located outside of downtown at a signalized intersection, 707 State St.
