Crossroads Mall, Mandarin Oriental Sale, and Simon Property Strategy
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Steve Hamoen

Crossroads Mall, Mandarin Oriental Sale, and Simon Property Strategy

E243 • Sep 10, 2025 • 10 mins

In this episode, Steve Hamoen begins with an introduction and welcome to the listeners, setting the stage for a discussion on pivotal developments in commercial real estate. He examines the redevelopment of Crossroads Mall and Waterloo's ambitious 2030 Vision Plan, highlighting their potential impacts on the local market. The conversation shifts to current trends in retail spaces and office developments, with a particular focus on the sale of the Mandarin Oriental Retail Collection and broader market trends. Steve explores commercial real estate opportunities in East Sacramento and Ontario, before analyzing Simon Property Group's retail strategy and financial performance. He concludes with closing remarks, thanking the audience for tuning in.

Key Points

  • The Crossroads Mall in Waterloo, Ontario, is being redeveloped into a mixed-use district with residential, retail, and recreational spaces as part of the city's 2030 Vision Plan.
  • Brookfield is selling a half-empty office building in Bethesda, Maryland, with potential plans to convert it into apartments, reflecting a trend towards repurposing commercial spaces for residential use.
  • The sale of the Mandarin Oriental Retail Collection in Boston highlights continued demand for prime urban retail real estate, with high foot traffic and luxury retail anchoring investor interest.
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