Positive Leasing Dynamics
The total national office space availability declined for the first time since 2019, indicating improving leasing conditions. The Sun Belt region has seen significant leasing recovery due to corporate relocations and its lower cost and higher quality of life.
Successful Leasing Activity
City Office REIT achieved healthy leasing activity with 141,000 square feet leased, including 78,000 square feet of new leases. A full floor lease extension at Block 83 increased starting rent by 6%.
Renovations and Potential Redevelopment
Renovations at four properties are nearing completion with $6.4 million spent so far. A potential redevelopment of the parking garage at City Center into a condo tower is in progress with city approval processes underway.
Florida Portfolio Resilience
The Florida portfolio withstood two hurricanes effectively, demonstrating operational resilience.
Guidance Upgrades
Guidance on year-end occupancy and same-store cash NOI change was revised upwards due to strong leasing results.