Monthly Archives: September 2026

701 San Marco Completes Phase One Renovation

Published September 21, 2026
701 San Marco lobby lenovation completed
Refreshed lobby, café and other capital improvements elevate the building to meet the higher standard of today’s office users.

JACKSONVILLE, FLA. – Bradford Allen, a national full-service commercial real estate development and advisory firm, today announced it has completed the first phase of renovations at 701 San Marco on Jacksonville’s Southbank. The multi-million improvements included installation of a new fitness center, cafe and modernization of the two-story lobby.

Formerly known as the Prudential Building, 701 San Marco is a 706,746-square-foot office building in Jacksonville’s Southbank. The renovations incorporated upscale finishes and materials influenced by the nearby St. John River, elevating tenant amenities and further establishing the property as a premier Class A office property. The lobby is anchored by a refreshed café-style coffee bar.

“The renovations at 701 San Marco are breathing new life into this distinctive building, a landmark in Jacksonville,” said Jeff Bernstein, principal and co-founder of Bradford Allen. “This is now a hospitality-forward, functional space that aligns with how people work in the 21st century and reflects the continued evolution of the office experience toward wellness, flexibility and tenant comfort.”

Architecture firm Gensler led the reconceptualizing while Gilbane Building Co. served as contractor of the lobby space, which welcomes tenants and guests to the property’s 19-story east tower and a seven-story west wing, connected by a pedestrian walkway. Design elements were inspired by Jacksonville’s coastal landscape, expressed through a natural material palette including Venetian plaster, layered lighting elements and poured terrazzo and stone tile flooring.

A suspended focal art installation embraces the double-height lobby while the hospitality-forward seating and gathering areas support third-party collaboration and invite guests to linger before fluidly transitioning between destinations. Updated furniture, bespoke wall coverings and improved wayfinding round out the lobby experience.

Located on the second floor, the new 10,000-square-foot fitness center offers employees a state-of-the-art wellness amenity that stands apart from anything else in scale and sophistication within the Jacksonville office market. The fitness center features distinct strength, cardio and stretch spaces, as well as shower and locker facilities.

701 San Marco studiio fitness center
Studio 701 is managed by Kinema Fitness and offers membership to building tenants and the public.

The curated art program at 701 San Marco features a collection of works from local and internationally recognized artists installed in the building’s interior, exterior and hybrid spaces. The signature installation, “River of Light,” from the late artist Daniel Goldsten, comprises a large-scale kinetic mural spanning two soffit walls. The mural’s aluminum and acrylic panels – arranged in a gradation of blues and greens that mimic moonlight reflecting on water – rotate when hit with ambient air currents. Goldsten also designed a suspended aluminum sculpture that pays homage to the St. Johns River. The sculpture continues the style of the adjacent mural with an expanded color palette and spans most of the lobby area.

Bradford Allen acquired 701 San Marco in 2022 and is currently underway on a second phase of improvements, scheduled for completion in October. To better activate the lobby, the renovations will include new artwork and refreshed food and beverage offerings. Elevator upgrades will feature cab modernizations and destination dispatch technology, while a modern visitor management system with new card readers and security cameras will ensure guest arrival is seamless and secure.

Situated along Jacksonville’s St. John’s River, at the confluence of I-95, I-10 and the Acosta Expressway, 701 San Marco provides convenient access to major highways, the Jacksonville Skyway, water taxis, buses and the riverwalk. Tenants benefit from proximity to a world-class healthcare hub, a vibrant FinTech community nestled among Fortune 500 firms, walkable parks, shops, dining, museums and entertainment, including the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars. 

About Bradford Allen

Bradford Allen is a national commercial real estate services and investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago. Founded in 2003 by Jeffrey Bernstein and Laurence Elbaum, the company’s vertically integrated platform services entrepreneurial, corporate and not-for-profit clients in every sector. Bradford Allen offers end-to-end solutions to owners, occupiers and investors through brokerage and advisory services, building operations and management, program management and consulting, and real estate investments and development. For more information, visit bradfordallen.com.

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Editors:

For more information, contact Matt Baker, [email protected], (312) 267-4512 or Traci Failla, [email protected], (312) 267-4516. 

 

Bradford Allen Adds Four New Tenants at 6400 Shafer Court

Published September 16, 2026
6400 Shafer Court Lobby.

ROSEMONT, Ill. — Bradford Allen announced four new leases and one renewal and relocation totaling 25,228 square feet at 6400 Shafer Court, a 179,000-square-foot office property in Rosemont’s O’Hare submarket. The activity comes as ownership continues a multimillion-dollar capital improvement program designed to enhance the building and tenant experience.

“Tenants are responding to the combination of location, amenities and active ownership at 6400 Shafer Court,” said Joel Berger, executive managing director at Bradford Allen. “Ownership continues to invest in the property with a clear focus on the tenant experience, and that commitment is helping the building attract new companies while retaining existing tenants.”

The recent activity includes four new leases and one renewal and relocation. Intelligent Office signed the largest new lease for 11,198 square feet, with Mike Trumpy of JLL representing the tenant. National Housewares Association renewed and relocated within the property, leasing 6,638 square feet, with Gregg Raus of JLL representing the tenant.

PAR Technology Corporation and Upright Interiors signed new leases for 2,810 and 2,802 square feet, respectively. Brentview Asset Management also joined the property with a 1,780-square-foot lease, with Tom Koelzer of Tenant Advisors representing the tenant.

The capital improvement program at 6400 Shafer Court includes updated conference facilities, building enhancements and refreshed landscaping. The property features a state-of-the-art fitness center, an on-site Halsted Street Deli, a conference center, a tenant lounge with two outdoor patios and heated underground executive parking. Its Rosemont location offers convenient access to O’Hare International Airport and major area highways.

 

Bradford Allen Achieves 50% Occupancy at Arbor House Apartments in Arlington Heights, Ill.

Published September 1, 2026
Arbor House is fifty percent leased with team posing in lobby
Milestone comes less than three months after luxury community opens as anchor of new 18-acre mixed-use district

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — Bradford Allen, a national full-service commercial real estate development and advisory firm, today announced it has achieved 50% occupancy at Arbor House, its 301-unit luxury apartment community in Arlington Heights, Ill., less than three months after opening.

Located at 25 E. Algonquin Road, Arbor House offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, with monthly rents starting at $1,895.

“The early response to Arbor House validates our belief that renters are looking for a more distinctive living experience in the suburbs,” said Nicholas Placek, executive vice president, development, at Bradford Allen. “We endeavored to create a community tailored to today’s residents, and the speed with which we hit this milestone suggests our approach is resonating.”

Spanning 17,500 square feet, the amenity collection at Arbor House is among the most extensive in the suburbs, with a variety of thoughtfully designed spaces that give residents more ways to connect, unwind and make the most of where they live. The state-of-the-art fitness center includes strength training, cardio and Peloton cycling equipment, while the resident lounge features a kitchen, golf simulator, game tables and television surrounded by flexible seating options. Additional amenities include coworking suites on the first and fourth floors, lobby lounge, concierge desk, covered parking and pet-friendly amenities including an on-site dog run and washing station.

The private outdoor terrace includes a pool, spa, grilling stations, fire pits and views of Busse Woods and the Chicago skyline. Complementing the residential offering, 26,000 square feet of ground-floor retail further activates the streetscape and brings everyday conveniences directly to residents’ doorsteps.

Leasing appointments are offered daily and can be scheduled by visiting arborhouseapartments.com. Arbor House is exclusively leased by Cross Street.

“Reaching 50% occupancy in less than three months is a significant milestone and a reflection of Arbor House’s appealing combination of elevated design, resort-style amenities and accessible location,” said Shane Rachman, president of Cross Street. “The strong leasing momentum and positive feedback our team has received from prospective residents illustrates the demand for a high-quality, amenity-rich rental experience in Arlington Heights.”

Arbor House is the anchor for Bradford Allen’s 18-acre mixed-use district known as Arlington Gateway. Reimagining the southeast entrance to Arlington Heights, the project is an all-in-one community where residents can live, work and socialize. The integrated master plan concept includes a full renovation of the former Daily Herald building, now branded as Arlington Med, placing Arbor House residents steps from a 150,000-square-foot state-of-the-art wellness center.

Prominently located at the intersection of Algonquin and Arlington Heights roads, Arbor House is 3 miles from downtown Arlington Heights, where a Metra station along the Union Pacific Northwest Line provides service to Chicago’s Ogilvie Transportation Center. The property also has immediate access to the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway and is minutes from O’Hare International Airport, Allstate Arena and numerous hotels, restaurants and shopping centers.

About Bradford Allen:

Bradford Allen is a national commercial real estate services and investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago. Founded in 2003 by Jeffrey Bernstein and Laurence Elbaum, the company’s vertically integrated platform services entrepreneurial, corporate and not-for-profit clients in every sector. Bradford Allen offers end-to-end solutions to owners, occupiers and investors through brokerage and advisory services, building operations and management, program management and consulting, and real estate investments and development. For more information, visit bradfordallen.com.

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Editors:

For more information, please contact Matt Baker, [email protected], (312) 267-4512 or Traci Failla, [email protected], (312) 267-4516.