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DFW Commercial Real Estate Update: A Promising Rebound & Sector Trends

The commercial real estate landscape is showing signs of recovery. After a challenging first quarter in 2024, which saw sales plummet 17% compared to Q1 2023, the market has rebounded impressively.

The commercial real estate landscape is showing signs of recovery. After a challenging first quarter in 2024, which saw sales plummet 17% compared to Q1 2023, the market has rebounded impressively. Q2 2024 witnessed a 9% year-over-year increase in commercial real estate sales, with transactions totaling an impressive $117 billion, reports CoStar.

The Most Recent Commercial Real Estate Market Dynamics & Financing News

Investors are optimistic about potential tailwinds, particularly with expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September. This sentiment is reflected in loan origination trends, as reported by the Mortgage Bankers Association. 

Commercial real estate loan originations surged by 27% between Q1 and Q2 of 2024, with notable year-over-year increases in specific sectors:

  • Hotel properties: 172% increase
  • Industrial: 77% increase
  • Healthcare: 50% increase
 

However, some sectors experienced declines:

  • Retail: 7% decrease
  • Multifamily: 14% decrease
  • Office properties: 29% decrease (the steepest decline)
 

Interestingly, when comparing Q1 to Q2 2024, all asset classes showed improvement:

  • Healthcare properties: 178% increase
  • Industrial: 29% increase
  • Multifamily: 27% increase
  • Retail: 18% increase
  • Office: 4% increase
Commercial Real Estate Loan Originations in Q2 2024

DFW Commercial Real Estate Market Update: Regional Performance

The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) market emerged as a strong performer, securing the third-highest total sales volume in Q2, trailing only New York and Los Angeles.

Dallas-Fort Worth Commercial Real Estate Sector Highlights

DFW INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE MARKET NEWS

DFW has become a powerhouse in industrial real estate development.

Over the past five years, the region has contributed one out of every ten new square feet of industrial space completed in the United States, totaling an impressive 217 million square feet.

Key highlights:

  • Google’s $1 billion investment in DFW to expand data centers in Midlothian and Red Oak
  • Smaller spaces (under 50,000 sq ft) outperforming larger facilities with just 6.6% vacancy rates
  • Top-performing submarkets: Redbird Airport and Western Lonestar/Turnpike, with vacancy rates below 2%
DFW Leads Commercial Real Estate Industrial Construction

DFW MULTIFAMILY MARKET NEWS

While the multifamily sector in DFW is currently experiencing some challenges, experts anticipate improvements in the near future:

  • Current rent growth: -1.5% year-over-year
  • High-end properties: -2% rent growth
  • Mid-tier properties: -1% rent growth
  • Vacancy rates: 10.5% (20-year high)
  • Increased concessions: Over 40% of properties offering deals (up from 5% in mid-2022)
 

CoStar forecasts stabilization in vacancy rates and a return to positive rent growth, projecting 3% growth in 2025 and beyond.

Multifamily DFW rent growth is expected in 2025

DFW OFFICE MARKET NEWS

The office sector in DFW is showing resilience amidst national trends:

  • 17 million sq ft of new office leases in 2024 so far
  • Tenants favoring premier locations and smaller spaces
  • Lease levels still 20% below pre-pandemic figures
  • 1.5% year-over-year rent growth (outpacing the national average of 0.09%)
  • Average market rents: $31 per sq ft
  • Slowest sales since 2013, with a focus on office-to-residential conversions and owner-user purchases
Office Trends in DFW Real Estate Favor Smaller Spaces

DFW RETAIL MARKET NEWS

DFW’s retail sector is thriving:

  • Highest net absorption in the U.S. over the past year (4 million sq ft)
  • Consistent year-over-year rent growth of 4.5%+ for 10 consecutive quarters
  • Low vacancy rates around 4%
  • Average market rent: $24.03 per sq ft
  • Premium areas (North Dallas, Uptown, Frisco, Southlake) commanding $30-$45 per sq ft
  • Average sales price: $3.6 million (above the national average of $2.8 million)
  • Two-thirds of leases for spaces under 5,000 sq ft
  • Expanding brands include: Dutch Bros., Starbucks, Salad and Go, Wingstop, Einstein Brothers
 

New retail construction is concentrated in Denton and Collin County, focusing on smaller centers and mixed-use projects. Notably, 70% of retail space under construction is pre-leased.

A significant trend in DFW retail is the repurposing of large malls into mixed-use properties, as exemplified by the $1 billion Collin Creek Mall redevelopment and the ongoing transformation of the Shops at Willow Bend.

DFW Retail Sector has highest net absorption in the US

This comprehensive update paints a picture of a dynamic commercial real estate market in DFW, with each sector presenting unique opportunities and challenges as the industry continues to evolve post-pandemic.

SUMMARY: DFW COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE - AUGUST 2024

The commercial real estate market is showing signs of recovery and resilience in 2024, despite facing challenges earlier in the year. Here are the key takeaways:

  1. Market Rebound: After a sluggish start in Q1, Q2 2024 saw a significant upturn with commercial real estate sales increasing by 9% compared to the same period in 2023, totaling $117 billion.
  2. Regional Performance: Dallas-Fort Worth continues to be a top performer, ranking third in total sales volume for Q2, behind only New York and Los Angeles.
  3. Loan Originations: Commercial real estate loan originations saw a substantial 27% increase from Q1 to Q2 2024, indicating growing confidence in the market.
  4. Sector Variations:
    • Hotel properties experienced an extraordinary 172% year-over-year increase in loan volume
    • Industrial and healthcare sectors also saw significant growth at 77% and 50% respectively
    • Retail, multifamily, and office sectors faced declines, with office properties experiencing the steepest drop at 29%
  5. Dallas-Fort Worth Highlights:
    • Industrial: The area has seen remarkable growth, accounting for 10% of all new industrial space in the U.S. over the past five years.
    • Multifamily: While currently experiencing negative rent growth, experts predict a recovery in 2025.
    • Office: Despite challenges, DFW is outperforming national averages in rent growth.
    • Retail: DFW leads the nation in net absorption, with consistent rent growth and low vacancy rates.
  6. Future Outlook: With expectations of potential Fed rate cuts in September, investors are anticipating further market improvements. 

In conclusion, while challenges persist in certain sectors, the overall commercial real estate market is showing resilience and adaptability. 

The strong performance in Dallas-Fort Worth, particularly in industrial and retail sectors, highlights the region’s continued attractiveness for investment. 

As we move into the latter half of 2024, the market appears poised for further recovery and growth, especially if anticipated interest rate cuts materialize.

If you’re an investor, owner-user, tenant or landlord interested in buying, selling, or leasing commercial real estate, or if you need commercial property management, reach out to M&D Commercial Group today, the best commercial real estate company in North Texas with over 450 five-star reviews.

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