Category: Retail

Belmont, MA Zelco Properties & Development, in partnership with AGW Partners, has completed the acquisition of the commercial retail condominium The Bradford, a recently constructed mixed-use development located at the three-way intersection of Trapelo Rd., Common St., and Belmont St. The Bradford is a 184,000 s/f, three-building, live-work-play community featuring 115 luxury

Westborough, MA RK Centers is opening Big Y World Class Market at RK Speedway Plaza, introducing a top-tier grocery shopping experience to the community. With the addition of Big Y, RK Speedway Plaza has returned to 100% occupancy. Alongside retailers such as Burlington, Chick-fil-A, and Ashley Homestore, the new 41,053 s/f Big Y is an ideal addition

West Hartford, CT Brand Street Properties, a full-service real estate investment, development, and asset management firm, appointed Connor Nolan as their new senior director of leasing. Nolan, a Fairfield resident with over 12 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, will bring his expertise in negotiation, location intelligence, and cross-functional leadership

Maynard, MA According to Capital Group Properties, Michaels will open a new store at Maynard Crossing in September 2025. The store, at 17 Digital Way, will occupy a 15,750 s/f space adjacent to Tractor Supply. With more than 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada, Michaels is

Allston, MA The Brooklyn, NY-based Blank Street will establish its newest Boston-area shop at the former Twin Donuts diner at 501 Cambridge St., following a long-term lease agreement between Hamilton Company and the specialty coffee and matcha brand. Blank Street already operates a combined seven Boston-area locations between stores in Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, North Station, South Boston, Brookline and Cambridge.

Lynnfield, MA MarketStreet in Lynnfield plans to welcome four new stores to the property, further expanding its collection of dining, entertainment, and wellness options. Shoppers can look forward to ALO’s luxury apparel for both women and men, Mediterranean fast-casual meals from CAVA, award-winning donuts and craft coffee menu from Greater Boston favorite,

Torrington, CT Bob Horvath, Todd Tremblay and Matt Nadler of Horvath & Tremblay have completed the sale of Starbucks. Horvath & Tremblay exclusively represented the seller to complete the transaction at a sale price of $2,186,563.  Starbucks is located at 1166 East Main St. Starbucks has seven years remaining on their primary lease with six, five-year renewal options. The lease features rent increases every five years throughout the primary lease term and at the start of each renewal option.

Chestnut Hill, MA The Street Chestnut Hill and Hummingbird Books with children’s book author Jane O’Connor and award-winning illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser, creators of the international bestseller Fancy Nancy, will celebrate the 20^th anniversary of the series with Boston-area families. This special community event is a part of The Street’s Halloweek series, inviting families to gather on The Green in their fanciest attire or Halloween costumes for an unforgettable morning of stories, dance, and fun. 

East Haven, CT O,R&L Commercial has completed two long-term retail leases at 15-65 Frontage Rd. Sportech Venues, a former tenant in the plaza for 30 years, who used to occupy one of the freestanding buildings is returning to the plaza and will now occupy a 5,000 s/f end cap space in the main strip center portion of the property. Jeff Kravet of Kravet Realty of Stamford represented Sportech Venues.

Boston, MA Boston Seaport by WS Development has welcomed its newest culinary offering, Mai, an intimate 30-seat French-inspired izakaya, offering refined small plates, craft cocktails, and curated sake in a relaxed, elegant setting. Mai opened on Wednesday September 10^th, bringing a sleek, modern space designed to feel like both a neighborhood favorite and chic culinary destination.