October 2026 newsletter. November 4, 2026 In this monthly commercial real estate newsletter for October 2026, market analysis by Wolf Commercial Real Estate (WCRE) highlights key regional developments across Southern New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Major highlights include Cooper Norcross Health unveiling a new look into its $650 million patient tower under construction in Camden, Greystar breaking ground on its first South Jersey industrial logistics development, and a $450 million mixed-use film studio district proposed to transform the former Sony manufacturing plant in Pitman. Concurrently, regional retail and industrial sectors continue to shift, featuring major transactions such as Westcore Properties' acquisition of a 281,600-square-foot industrial warehouse in Bristol for $52.75 million, Penn Beer Sales & Service acquiring a 324,796-square-foot facility in Hatfield for $48.5 million, and GSK announcing an $800 million investment for a new biologics manufacturing facility in Montgomery County. New Jersey Commercial Real Estate happenings. * Voorhees Super Wawa Approved: Plans for a new Wawa convenience store and gas station along Route 73 have received formal approval from the Voorhees Planning Board. * Cooper Norcross Health Advances: Cooper Norcross Health is offering a new look inside its $650 million patient tower currently under construction in Camden. * Car Wash Proposed in Voorhees: A developer has proposed constructing a three-lane car wash at a prominent intersection in Voorhees Township. * Wayfair Plans Cherry Hill Store: Furniture and home goods retailer Wayfair is expanding into the Greater Philadelphia market with a new Cherry Hill retail location. * Clementon Shopping Center for Sale: The 157,000-square-foot Marketplace at Chews Landing in Clementon - a ShopRite-anchored retail property - has entered the market for sale, expected to attract offers near $30 million. * Former Trump Plaza Site Sold: One of Atlantic City's most prominent undeveloped Boardwalk properties reportedly has a new owner. * Greystar Breaks Ground: Greystar has broken ground on a major industrial development in South Jersey, marking its premier logistics project in the region. * Voorhees Office Conversion Approved: Local planning approvals advance fresh commercial conversions to address modern space demands in Voorhees Township. * Produce Junction Begins Plans: Construction is underway on a new Produce Junction location in Voorhees Township, introducing fresh retail activity to an established commercial corridor. * $450M Film Studio District Proposed: A $450 million mixed-use redevelopment project has been proposed to transform the former Sony manufacturing plant in Pitman. Pennsylvania Commercial Real Estate happenings. * DrinkPak Preps Philly Plant: DrinkPak is preparing to open its massive South Philadelphia manufacturing facility as development presses forward at the Bellwether District. * Owner-Occupants Drive Sales: Owner-occupants are playing a much larger role in Philadelphia office sales as traditional institutional investors maintain a cautious posture. * Bulk Distribution Rebounds: Philadelphia's bulk distribution market is gaining strong momentum following several years of elevated development and rising vacancy. * Penn Beer Acquires Hatfield Facility: Penn Beer Sales & Service has acquired its 324,796-square-foot industrial facility in Hatfield, Pennsylvania, for $48.5 million. * Water Tower Square Sells for $50M: A major Montgomery County shopping center has changed hands in a $50 million retail real estate transaction. * Bristol Industrial Property Sold: A 281,600-square-foot industrial property in Bristol has sold for $52.75 million to San Diego-based Westcore Properties, acquiring the warehouse from an entity affiliated with Blackstone's Link Logistics. * GSK Plans $800M Facility: Global pharmaceutical company GSK plans to invest more than $800 million in a new biologics manufacturing facility in Montgomery County. * 400 Market Street Apartments Leased: A former Center City Philadelphia office building has officially reopened as a 176-unit luxury apartment community. * Temple Health Acquires Property: Temple Health has acquired a property in North Philadelphia for $900,000, continuing its strategic investment in the surrounding healthcare district. * Japanese Biotech Firm Expands: Japanese biotechnology company CellFiber Co. has selected Philadelphia for its first international subsidiary. * Spring EQ Leases at Cira Centre: Home equity lender Spring EQ is returning to Philadelphia's Cira Centre with a new 27,000-square-foot office lease. * Yardley Shopping Center Sells: Prickett Preserve, a 56,252-square-foot shopping center in Yardley, Pennsylvania, has sold for $39 million. * Walmart Acquires Warehouse: Walmart Fulfillment Services has acquired a newly constructed industrial property in Northeast Philadelphia for $47.2 million. * 2400 Market Street Listed for Sale: One of Philadelphia's premier office buildings has entered the market for sale as its loan maturity approaches. * Franklin Mall Redevelopment Halted: Plans to redevelop Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia have stalled following the sudden withdrawal of a prospective buyer. * Bookhaven Shopping Center for Sale: A major Delaware County shopping center has entered the market for sale, potentially drawing offers near $40 million. U.S. Trends & market insights. * New York - 245 Park Ave Reaches 100% Occupancy: SL Green Realty Corp. has achieved full 100% occupancy at its 1.8 million-square-foot office tower at 245 Park Avenue in Manhattan, following extensive renovations and a $2 billion refinancing. * Philly Office Trails National Recovery: Office attendance increased across major U.S. markets in September 2026, signaling continued improvement in overall workplace utilization, though local recovery varies. * The Fed Holds Rates Steady, But What Does That Mean for Commercial Real Estate?: The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady leaves commercial real estate investors navigating continued uncertainty. While inflation concerns persist, borrowing costs remain elevated, and lenders are becoming increasingly selective. According to Evan Segal, Managing Director of WCRE Commercial Finance, investors should focus on property fundamentals, realistic valuations, and financing strategies rather than waiting for potential rate reductions.

Hines pays Link Logistics $37.8MM for 147,000 SQFT 14351 Myford Road in Tustin, deepening its Myford corridor bet. Hines has acquired 14351 Myford Road in Tustin from Blackstone's Link Logistics Real Estate for $37.8 million, or $256.90 per square foot, picking up a site Panattoni once planned for a roughly 148,000-square-foot warehouse a few doors from the industrial and lab building Hines already owns on the same corridor. Thank you for your interest in The Registry. If you'd like to read further, you must Subscribe or Log In below to read the rest of this content. Signup for news and special announcements! Discover more Explore History Read Travel Guides Look Up Facts