The Search for Warehouse Space Around Boulder: 8 Things to Consider
Industrial, light industrial, office flex, warehouse: these are all terms used for some of the most in-demand real estate we've seen in recent years. If you are looking for industrial space, it is hard to find much space at all, let alone the perfect fit. See below our list of eight things to consider as you begin your search. 1. Loading: Dock vs Drive-In A dock is an elevated platform that a truck may back up against for loading and unloading. It is most useful for warehouses designated for shipping and receiving. If you don't have a dock, loading and unloading will
Market Real Estate Fills Penthouse Suite of Historic Building in Downtown Boulder
Penthouse suite is part of a 23,000 square-foot renovation at 1911 11th street BOULDER, CO, October 23, 2018 — Market Real Estate today announces the signing of a seven-year lease for the penthouse suite of 1911 11th Street. The penthouse suite, which is 3,539 square feet with a private deck, will be the office of a soon-to-be disclosed software focused private equity firm represented by Beau Gamble and Kevin Nelson of Dean Callan & Company. “We are so excited to see this building come together and could not have imagined a better fit for the penthouse. We look forward to soon revealing
Why Boulder is (Part of) the New Silicon Valley
All the buzz in the world of tech startups and venture capital these days is focused on who the "New Silicon Valley" might become. Indeed, leading VCs and founders have been vocal about the idea that Silicon Valley is approaching its peak as the world's tech hub. This month, The Economistpublished an article suggesting that technology innovation is becoming more globally dispersed, clustering into various markets according to industry (e.g. Shenzhen for hardware, Phoenix for transportation). If that is the case, Boulder has certainly begun to establish itself as a spoke on this global, multi-market tech hub. While it may not have
Leasing Restaurant Space in Boulder
As Boulder's industry, population, and real estate evolve, one thing remains: its rich culinary heritage. According to YourBoulder.com, Boulder has over 115 restaurants, a significant figure given its population of fewer than 110,000. In Boulder, farmer's markets are packed like a picadilly circus and on any night of the week, one can find a farm dinner. Restaurants -- old to new, high-end to street food, dawn to late, whacky to distinctive to old timey -- all manage to find a niche and draw a crowd. If you are thinking of opening a restaurant in Boulder, there is rarely a bad time. Boulder was one of few markets that suffered minimally during the recession of 2008. Your bigger
What are the best retail areas in Boulder?
While Boulder wrestles with its identity as a small city or a big town, one thing is clear: for it's size, it has a thriving retail sector. From specialty retail shops to large chains to a legion of restaurateurs, Boulder has the perfect location for any business looking for retail. Where you go will depend on your budget and specific needs. Downtown Boulder Anchored by the pedestrian mall on Pearl Street, this area is by far Boulder's most visible and expensive retail area. Tourists and locals alike swarm the area looking for a bite to eat, a necklace to keepsake, or
Co-Working Spaces in Boulder in 2018
As with other tech heavy/entrepreneurial markets, Boulder is a co-working hub. There are more co-working and shared office spaces in Boulder than there are City Council Members. Translation: there is no shortage of opportunities to java up with some like-minded professionals and get your synergy on. But where to go? As we say - frustratingly often - in real estate: it depends. What is your industry? How much do you want to spend? How much space do you need? Are you scaling fast? To help get you started, here is a quick and dirty guide to some of Boulder's co-working spaces
Dockless Bikes Come to Boulder
They are coming, whether you like it or not. Well, a few are, anyway. Dockless bikes, the latest trend contributing to the growing space of urban mobility, are entering the Boulder market by way of a two-year pilot program. This month, Boulder’s City Council approved a 2-year pilot program which allows operators up to 100 bikes. What are dockless bikes anyway? Dockless bikes are bike share programs similar to BCycle which are tracked and reserved via an app, but which may be parked essentially anywhere. In some cities, companies have launched fleets of scooters and e-bikes with the same model. In some city’s, including Denver, dockless
Todd Walsh CCIM Brokers Lease for Porchlight Group Boulder
Welcome to Boulder, Porchlight Real Estate Group! Last week, the team at Todd Walsh CCIM helped ink a deal for Porchlight to lease 3,000 square feet at 2500 Broadway. The group has been practicing real estate in Denver since 2005 and expands into Boulder with 50 agents. Jay Hebb, formerly a founding partner at RE/MAX Alliance in Boulder, takes the reins as President and CEO of the Boulder Group. It was a pleasure to help negotiate the lease and find a perfect home for Porchlight Boulder! Read more about the deal here.
Boulder Commercial Real Estate: An Investing Haven
Ever heard of how the Japanese Yin and the Swiss Franc are considered haven currencies? In the face of geopolitical risk and weak bond markets, these currencies tend to hold their value. The city of Boulder is real estate’s version of a safe haven currency. It’s historically resilient real estate market is an attractive option for investors in times like these, when the stock market is volatile, interest rates are on the rise, and the bond market is in shambles. Investors are on the hunt for safer places to invest their money and many have turned to Boulder’s real estate market. However, with all the product being swept up, inventory is