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Green Zebra Grand Opening promises to be quite the party!

Our dear client Green Zebra is finally opening it's Lloyd District location at the Hassalo on 8th development that has recently brought 657 brand new residential units to the area. Urban Works represented the grocer in their search for ideal urban locations, and we are looking forward to the PSU Campus location opening soon.

Now, about the party...
You won't want to miss this one! Tomorrow, Thursday 4/21/2016, the Grand Opening promises to be quite the party. Store opens at 7am (perfect for a quick stop for coffee and pastries on the way to work) and the festivities begin at 9am with the Benson High School Cheerleaders, a kombucha toast and free sampling all day!

Get more info and RSVP to the event HERE. See you there!

If you can't make it on Thursday don't worry, the festivities are all week long with raffles, hot dog roasts, samplings... and more, more, more!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome Nicole & Tyler

At Urban Works, matching a business with the perfect retail space is just part of our job.  The real thrill is working with our wonderful clients, forming friendships and helping pave the way for our clients to accomplish their goals. Here at Urban Works Real Estate, we love to team up on projects so we’re thrilled to welcome Nicole and Tyler to our team. Let’s say hello…

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Tells us what brought you to Urban Works?

Nicole – “I’ve been a leasing broker for close to 5 years now, and I’ve worked with Kia Hartley on several occasions, as well as other members of the Urban Works team, and it was always a positive experience. I’ve admired what the company has done as a whole, from client relationships to the types of projects and listings, I just had to be part of this team.”

Tyler – “I used to work in the Lloyd District directly across from Hassalo on 8th. I watched that development break ground to and come to fruition. I would pass by Urban Works’ window signs where Green Zebra is set to go in, day in and day out. When I was ready to switch careers and move into commercial real estate, Urban Workswas my first call.”

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What do you look forward to working on here at UW?

Nicole – “I’m a Portland native. I’ve watched different quadrants of the city grow and change over the years, and I have an extensive background in both retail and real estate which helps me understand Portlanders’ tastes and the city’s retail & restaurant trends. My goal is to help both regional and national businesses understand and take the appropriate steps to entering a market that may seem a little finicky at first.”

Tyler – “I’m here to fill in the gaps wherever needed and work with the rest of the team on cultivating client relationships and making dreams come true for businesses and real estate investors across Portland.”

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How about some insight into life outside the office?

Tyler – “I got engaged on Dec 28th, I also just changed careers and went through a major home remodel. I thought it was a great idea to do it all at the same time…”

Nicole – “I’m really looking forward to what 2016 has in store. We just got back from a wonderful family vacation in Maui and celebrated my Son’s 1st birthday! Everyday is a new adventure with him and I can’t wait to see what will happen next!”

 

 

Besaw's Opens TODAY!

After months of planning Besaw’s has moved into their new home in the Slabtown Marketplace on the corner of NW 21st and Raleigh, a home Urban Works helped them identify, just a couple blocks from St. Jack and a stone’s throw away from their previous location. We at Urban Works, like many of you out there, have been patiently awaiting the opening and can't wait to once again be able to enjoy the Besaws' menu in its new location.

The new space features a new custom built brick oven, a casual setting and large outdoor patio. Chef Dustin Clark, formerly of Wildwood, is bringing back the classics and creating new dishes that are sure to entice. Get the lowdown here.

 

 

 

 

Bye Bye VQ

We recently said good bye to Veritable Quandary when we moved our Urban Works office from SW 1st Ave, in the white brick building right next door. And now we will say good bye again as they close their doors for good. Multnomah County purchased the building that has inhabited VQ since 1971.

Many changes are in store for the area as the courthouse begins to take shape. Dennis King, owner and operator, plans to keep the restaurant open through the summer season, when the restaurant's patio comes into full bloom. The county said it will break ground on the courthouse later this year.

For plans and renderings of the new courthouse in the CBD click to view Oregonlive.com's article.

 

Top 38 Portland dining hot spots

Here at Urban Works we get to work with some of the finest culinary talent in the city. Eater Portland has released the latest installment of Eater 38 featuring some restaurants who's leasing transactions Urban Works has been involved in. Our faves? Bamboo Sushi for the being the world's first certified-sustainable sushi restaurant, Andina for 15 years of delicious South American dining, Lardo for crave-worthy flavor-packed sandwiches, St. Jack for atmosphere and French gratin and Bollywood for bringing the culinary experience of Mumbai to Portland.

Click here for the Eater 38 list and map out your 2016 dining hot spots.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Urban Works represented the sale of 4 properties in the last 2 weeks

(Cabezon Restaurant at 5200 NW Sacramento, Portland)

Duvall Estates LLC purchased the 5200 NE Sacramento building in Portland. Kia Hartley of Urban Works represented the seller Alchemy Enterprises, LLC and Charlotte Larson of Urban Works represented the buyer.

Bahramie & Vaday purchased Cedar Cabin at 1115 Lake Front Rd, Lake Oswego. Rob Moneyhan of Urban Works represented the seller Cedar Cabin, LLC.

Andrew Greenberg purchased the property at 729-133 SW Vista Ave, Portland. Kia Hartley represented the buyer. Sellers were Gene & Rebecca Chao.

Westover NW 23rd Partners, LLC purchased a Historic property at 206 NW 23rd Ave, Portland. Dan Bozich and Brian Greeley of Urban Works represented both buyer and seller. Seller was Janice L Daniel.

Portland ranks 9th on markets to watch

Pricewaterhouse Coopers has ranked Portland, OR among the top 10 cities to watch. The rankings in this year's "Emerging Trends in Real Estate" favors cities with better growth opportunities.

The survey revealed a new number-one market: Dallas/Fort Worth, which climbed four spots from last year. Nashville, Atlanta, and Portland, Oregon, are new entrants into the top ten for 2016.

"The 2016 outlook for investment by Portland property type is led by the industrial and office sectors. The two commercial property types are higher than both of the residential-related sectors. Portland survey respondents feel good about their local market, but do see some room for improvement in public and private investment and the local development community."

Portland's Brewery Blocks grace the cover of this year's Emerging Trends In Real Estate report.

Read full report here

 

Ristretto Roasters Opening their Fourth Location

Urban Works has signed Ristretto Roasters as the first tenant at 1320 Broadway, the former Oregonian Building currently being transformed into the largest block of Class A creative office space in the city. This will be the Portland coffee shop's fourth location.

Ristretto Roasters will be in building's lobby which was designed to include meeting and lounge areas and features 28' tall floor to ceiling windows. We here at Urban Works can't wait to step inside the lobby and grab a warm fresh roasted cup of coffee.

Read more on Oregonlive.com

Green Zebra to Open at PSU Campus

We're pleased to announce that Urban Works has placed Green Zebra Grocery in it's 4th location in the heart of Portland State University's downtown campus. The 4,200 SF space is located in the street level of a PSU parking garage.

Green Zebra hopes to open the store mid-2016. It will employ 40 to 50 people, and the grocer will prioritize qualified student applicants.

Read more on Oregonlive.com