Newmark Arranges $248M Refi Loan for The Iconic Biltmore Apartment Tower

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On March 17, 2023, Newmark announced it facilitated a $248 million refinancing for The Biltmore, a 464-unit luxury apartment complex in New York City. This property includes significant commercial space and offers upgraded amenities. The refinancing, supported by Square Mile Capital and Clarion Partners, aims to fund further strategic enhancements to the iconic building. Newmark's team, led by Jordan Roeschlaub and Dustin Stolly, emphasized the multifamily market's resilience in NYC despite recent challenges. The Biltmore features upscale finishes and a prominent location near major attractions.

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• Secured $248 million refinancing for The Biltmore enhances financial stability.
• Property upgrades and renovations could attract higher rental demand.
• The Biltmore's location in Midtown West is prime, benefiting from NYC's strong multifamily market.

Negative

• Risks associated with the overall economic conditions affecting the real estate market.

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NEW YORK, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On behalf of BentallGreenOak and Slate Property Group, Newmark has arranged a $248 million refinancing of The Biltmore, a 464-unit luxury apartment building complemented by 47,397 square feet of commercial space located in New York City's dynamic Midtown West submarket. The Newmark team was led by Co-Heads of Newmark Debt & Structured Finance Jordan Roeschlaub and Dustin Stolly, along with Senior Managing Directors Nick Scribani and Chris Kramer. Square Mile Capital and Clarion Partners provided the loan.

The recently upgraded asset features a renovated lobby, full floor of upgraded amenities and modernized elevator systems.

"The multifamily market in New York City has been a strong performer despite the headwinds over the past few years and quality assets that offer a mixed-use component remain a top choice for owners," said Roeschlaub. "We believe that the financing provided by our partners at Square Mile Capital and Clarion will allow for ownership to successfully complete strategic upgrades to this iconic asset," added Stolly.

The Biltmore was constructed in 2003 and spans 51 stories, featuring stunning views of the city skyline and Hudson River. The 464 apartment units combine upscale finishes with a comprehensive amenity package. Tenant amenities include a 24-hour concierge, fitness center, game room, lounge, movie/TV screening room and roof deck complemented by a 61-space attended parking garage. The commercial space of the property features food and beverage purveyors, convenience-oriented retail, boutique fitness and a medical office.

Ideally situated in New York City's Midtown West submarket, The Biltmore is favorably positioned in one of Manhattan's most accessible locations and is conveniently located near Hudson Yards, major Midtown employers, hip restaurants and nightlife destinations, iconic entertainment venues, Columbus Circle, Central Park and Times Square.

About BentallGreenOak
BentallGreenOak is a leading, global real estate investment management advisor and a globally-recognized provider of real estate services. BentallGreenOak serves the interests of more than 750 institutional clients with approximately $83 billion USD of assets under management (as of December 31, 2022) and expertise in the asset management of office, industrial, multi-residential, retail and hospitality property across the globe. BentallGreenOak has offices in 28 cities across fourteen countries with deep, local knowledge, experience, and extensive networks in the regions where we invest in and manage real estate assets on behalf of our clients in primary, secondary and co-investment markets. BentallGreenOak is a part of SLC Management, which is the alternatives asset management business of Sun Life.

The assets under management shown above includes real estate equity and mortgage investments managed by the BentallGreenOak group of companies and their affiliates, and as of 1Q21, includes certain uncalled capital commitments for discretionary capital until they are legally expired and excludes certain uncalled capital commitments where the investor has complete discretion over investment.

For more information, please visit www.bentallgreenoak.com

About Slate Property Group
Slate Property Group is a vertically integrated owner, operator, and developer of residential and commercial real estate in the New York metropolitan area. From adaptive reuse and repositioning of existing assets to ground-up development, the Slate team leverages extensive experience in the residential asset class, in-house teams dedicated to the separate phases of a real estate investment, and a regimented approach towards executing a business plan to seek superior risk-adjusted returns for its investors. Slate Property Group has invested in $6.4 billion of real estate across 110+ investments. In order to continue the successful execution of the existing and future real estate projects, Slate employs an experienced and educated team with over 115 full-time employees across its various arms.

About Newmark
Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. Newmark generated revenues of approximately $2.7 billion for the year ending December 31, 2022. Newmark's company-owned offices, together with its business partners, operate from approximately 180 offices with nearly 6,700 professionals around the world. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.

Discussion of Forward-Looking Statements about Newmark
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FAQ

What is the significance of Newmark arranging a $248 million refinancing for NMRK?

The refinancing signifies Newmark's strong position in the real estate market, enhancing financial stability for The Biltmore.

How will the refinancing of The Biltmore impact Newmark (NMRK) shareholders?

The refinancing could lead to improved asset value and potentially higher returns for NMRK shareholders through increased rental demand.

When did Newmark announce the refinancing for The Biltmore?

Newmark announced the refinancing on March 17, 2023.