Newmark Facilitates $207.5 Million Transaction in Logistics Real Estate

Newmark Group Makes Waves in Logistics Real Estate Market with $207.5 Million Deal

On May 5, 2026, Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK) announced a significant transaction involving the sale and acquisition financing of a 1.38-million-square-foot shallow bay logistics portfolio. The portfolio, which comprises 19 properties, is strategically located across major metropolitan areas including Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis. This deal underscores Newmark's pivotal role within the commercial real estate sector and marks a substantial opportunity for investors looking for high-quality logistics assets.

The transaction, valued at $207.5 million, was facilitated by a joint venture between a renowned global asset management firm and Dalfen Industrial, who acquired the assets from Mapletree Investments. The financing arrangement was expertly handled by Newmark's own senior leadership team, including Jack Fraker, who serves as Newmark's President and Global Head of Industrial Logistics Capital Markets, alongside Senior Managing Director Dom Espinosa and Associate Travis McEldowney. Their expertise in navigating such large-scale transactions played a crucial role in the successful closure of the deal, while Executive Vice Chairman Terry Coyne and Vice Chairmen Melissa Copley and Bert Sanders provided valuation and advisory services.

Additionally, Newmark's Co-President, Global Debt Structured Finance, Jordan Roeschlaub, along with a team including Vice Chairman Christopher Kramer, Managing Director Chris Lozinak, and Associate Director Dan Axelson, secured a $150.9 million loan from Wells Fargo for the joint venture's financing needs.

Jack Fraker commented on the transaction by stating, "This transaction highlights the strong appetite for prime logistics properties across key U.S. markets. By connecting a high-quality, well-leased set of assets with investors seeking strategic, in-demand locations, we were able to deliver a seamless transaction that advances Mapletree's U.S. strategy while meeting the acquisition goals of the buyer."

The portfolio consists of 13 properties located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, four in the Chicago area, one in Cincinnati, and one in Indianapolis. Averaging around 72,614 square feet each, these properties boast an impressive 94% leasing rate and offer clear heights of up to 28 feet, along with versatile loading configurations catering to various logistics and distribution needs.

According to insights from Newmark Research, U.S. industrial sales in the fourth quarter of 2025 witnessed a remarkable 12% year-over-year increase, with transaction volumes continuing to rise sequentially. The latest market data indicates that Q4 2025’s activity recorded the highest volume since 2022, reflecting sustained investor confidence and demand for well-leased, strategically positioned industrial properties across the country.

This transaction was further supported by assistance from Newmark’s Vice Chairmen and Co-Heads of Texas Industrial Capital Markets, Dustin Volz and Stephen Bailey, alongside Managing Director Zach Riebe.

About Newmark Group, Inc.

Newmark Group, Inc. is an esteemed leader in the commercial real estate industry, providing a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of various stakeholders in the property market. With services extending across the entire property life cycle, Newmark has established itself as a trusted advisor to institutional investors, global corporations, and property owners alike. For the twelve months ending March 31, 2026, Newmark reported revenues exceeding $3.4 billion and operates from over 185 offices globally, employing more than 9,600 professionals.

Their commitment to connecting clients with expert advisory services, market intelligence, and strategic real estate solutions is evident in transactions like this one, emphasizing their pivotal role in enhancing the commercial real estate landscape.

For more information about Newmark and their extensive offerings, visit nmrk.com or follow them on social media @newmark.