SL Green Completes Loan Modification at One Madison Avenue

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SL Green Realty Corp and partners have secured a modification of the $1.25 billion mortgage facility for One Madison Avenue, extending maturity to November 2027 while maintaining the 3.10% interest rate over Term SOFR. The facility, led by Wells Fargo Bank with 14 global banks, includes potential rate reduction upon meeting leasing thresholds.

The property is currently more than 65% leased overall, with tower floors and retail spaces 100% leased. Major tenants include Franklin Templeton, Coinbase, Palo Alto Networks, and IBM, which established its headquarters there in September. The building features state-of-the-art amenities, including La Tête d'Or restaurant and Le Jardin Sur Madison rooftop garden.

Positive

• Secured $1.25B loan modification with unchanged interest rate
• Property's tower floors and retail spaces are 100% leased
• Overall building occupancy exceeds 65%
• Attracted major corporate tenants including IBM headquarters
• Potential interest rate reduction tied to leasing performance

Negative

• 34.9% of the building remains unleased
• Significant debt load of $1.25B requiring refinancing by 2027

NEW YORK, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG), Manhattan's largest office landlord, along with its joint venture partners, today announced that it closed on a modification and extension of the $1.25 billion mortgage facility on One Madison Avenue. The modification extended the final maturity date through November 2027 and maintained the interest rate at 3.10% over Term SOFR, with a further reduction in spread when specific leasing thresholds are exceeded. The facility, which consists of 14 global banks, was led by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

"One Madison Avenue has set a new standard for the modern work experience, attracting top-tier companies with an unparalleled amenity program featuring La Tete d’Or, Le Jardin sur Madison and Chelsea Piers,” said Robert Schiffer, Executive Vice President of Development of SL Green. "The loan modification provides mechanisms to facilitate stabilization of the property and furthers our goal of extending our near-term maturities while keeping rates unchanged."

“Wells Fargo is excited to be a part of this transformative project, which provides unparalleled office space adjacent to Madison Square Park along with retail amenities for the neighborhood,” said Kara McShane, executive vice president and head of Commercial Real Estate at Wells Fargo. “SL Green continues to be an important relationship for Wells Fargo and we look forward to many future projects together.”

Designed by renowned architects Kohn Pedersen Fox, One Madison Avenue is the most ambitious adaptive reuse project in New York City, ideally located overlooking Madison Square Park. Market demand for One Madison Avenue’s unparalleled office experience has been consistently high, with its tower floors and retail spaces both 100% leased and the property more than 65% leased overall. Industry-leading tenants include Franklin Templeton, Coinbase, Palo Alto Networks and IBM, which moved into its new corporate headquarters in September. Additional tenants will be moving in throughout 2025.

One Madison Avenue offers industry-leading amenities and a wellness-focused environment, designed to enhance productivity and well-being. Its innovative features include a state-of-the-art HVAC system that circulates 100% fresh air, expansive floor-to-ceiling windows offering abundant natural light and virtually column-free spaces that maximize workspace efficiency. Amenities Le Jardin Sur Madison, a one-of-a-kind event space and rooftop garden. Additionally, now officially open to the public, La Tête d’Or by Daniel is Chef Daniel Boulud’s latest culinary offering and first steakhouse within his extensive portfolio, located on the ground floor of One Madison Avenue.

About SL Green Realty Corp.
SL Green Realty Corp., Manhattan's largest office landlord, is a fully integrated real estate investment trust, or REIT, that is focused primarily on acquiring, managing and maximizing value of Manhattan commercial properties. As of September 30, 2024, SL Green held interests in 55 buildings totaling 31.8 million square feet. This included ownership interests in 28.1 million square feet of Manhattan buildings and 2.8 million square feet securing debt and preferred equity investments.

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FAQ

What are the terms of SL Green's One Madison Avenue loan modification?

The $1.25 billion mortgage facility was extended to November 2027, maintaining a 3.10% interest rate over Term SOFR, with potential rate reduction based on leasing thresholds.

What is the current occupancy rate at SL Green's One Madison Avenue?

The property is more than 65% leased overall, with tower floors and retail spaces being 100% leased.

Who are the major tenants at SL Green's One Madison Avenue?

Major tenants include Franklin Templeton, Coinbase, Palo Alto Networks, and IBM, which established its headquarters there in September.

What amenities does SL Green offer at One Madison Avenue?

The building features La Tête d'Or restaurant by Daniel Boulud, Le Jardin Sur Madison rooftop garden, state-of-the-art HVAC system, and floor-to-ceiling windows.