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2008 News

Prairieview Center Renovation Wins Minnesota Shopping Center Association Award

MINNEAPOLIS (Dec. 30, 2008) - Prairieview Center in Eden Prairie earned the top award for best exterior renovation/remodel greater than 50,000 square feet in the MSCA 2008 STARR awards. The project was a collaborative effort among United Properties, NorthMarq and RJM Construction.

NorthMarq Hired by Three Investors to Manage 845,000 Sq. Ft. of New Retail Space

MINNEAPOLIS (Dec. 17, 2008) NorthMarq announced that it is strengthening its position in the Twin Cities commercial real estate market by adding six new third-party retail assignments to its retail property management and brokerage business.

NorthMarq donation helps Bridging Inc. purchase new delivery truck

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (Dec. 8, 2008) A donation from NorthMarq Capital that was matched by the Pohlad Family Foundation has given Bridging Inc. the resources to purchase a new delivery truck.

AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies signs 303,149-sq.-ft. lease with NorthMarq at Mack-Cali-owned office buildings

PHILADELPHIA, Penn. (Dec. 3, 2008) NorthMarq, a Minnesota-based commercial real estate company, has secured a lease extension with two members of the AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies, Keystone Mercy Health Plan and AmeriHealth Mercy Health Plan.

NorthMarq relocates Atlanta Corporate Solutions business

ATLANTA, GA. (Dec. 1, 2008) NorthMarq announced the relocation of its Atlanta Corporate Solutions office to the Byers Engineering Building. Located at the intersection of Georgia 400 and the Perimeter Highway, the new facility offers more room for its expanding business in the area.

NorthMarq Corporate Solutions to provide real estate, facilities services to Techne Corporation

MINNEAPOLIS (Nov. 4, 2008) NorthMarq Corporate Solutions has signed a five-year contract with Techne Corporation to provide real estate services, facilities management and project management for the biotechnology companys Minneapolis campus.

NorthMarq hired to sell three Minneapolis Public School buildings

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (November 3, 2008) NorthMarq has been hired by Minneapolis Public Schools to list for sale three school buildings.

Property Management Veteran Joins NorthMarq in Denver

MINNEAPOLIS (Oct. 29, 2008) NorthMarq, a Minnesota-based commercial real estate services company, announced today that it is expanding its property management operations to Colorado. Hugh Crawford will lead the effort as vice president - Property Management. 

Prime Therapeutics signs 156,000 sq. ft. lease at Normandale Lake Office Park

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (Oct. 29, 2008) NorthMarq Brokerage Services has secured a lease with Prime Therapeutics for 156,000 square feet at Normandale Lake Office Park in Bloomington, Minn.  

NorthMarq Sells Rand Tower in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., (October 17, 2008) NorthMarq, a Minnesota-based commercial real estate services company, announced today that it has sold the 26-story Rand Tower, located at 527 Marquette Ave., S. in Minneapolis.

Commercial Real Estate Veteran Mike Scott of NorthMarq Retires After 40 Years

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., (Oct., 13, 2008) NorthMarq announced today that Mike Scott, senior vice president Retail, is retiring after 40 years service in the commercial real estate industry.

H&R Block and Northwestern Life Mutual Sign Leases with NorthMarq at Eagle Point Office Center III

MINNEAPOLIS (Oct. 9, 2008) - NorthMarq has secured leases with H&R Block and Northwestern Life Mutual for 5,000 square feet and 7,800 square feet, respectively, at Eagle Point Office Center III in Lake Elmo, Minn.

NorthMarq wins more than 1.35 million sq. ft. of new property management assignments

MINNEAPOLIS (Oct. 7 2008) - NorthMarq has been hired to provide property management services to several Minneapolis-based properties, totaling more than 1.35 million sq. ft.

2nd Wind Exercise Equipment Contracts with NorthMarq for Facilities Management Solutions

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., (Oct., 2, 2008) - NorthMarq announced today that its Corporate Solutions group will provide 2nd Wind Exercise Equipment with web-based contractor management services, called ServicExpress, which utilizes a national network of certified contractors.

NorthMarq Healthcare Advisory Group Represents Summit Orthopedics, LTD. in Move to New Woodbury Clinic

MINNEAPOLIS (Sept. 10, 2008) - Summit Orthopedics, Ltd., represented by Stephen H. Brown, CCIM, of NorthMarq Healthcare Advisory Group, has signed a long-term lease agreement for a new clinic location at Woodlake Office Park in Woodbury, Minn.

NorthMarq Hired to Sell Four Minneapolis Public School Buildings

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (August 6, 2008) - NorthMarq has been hired by Minneapolis Public Schools to list for sale four school buildings. The NorthMarq brokerage team of Paul Donovan, Pete Rand and Kevin Peck is accepting bids individually or collectively for the buildings, with offers due Sept. 3, 2008. 

NorthMarq Issues 2008 Mid-Year Compass Report for Twin Cities Commercial Real Estate Market

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (July 31, 2008) - The Twin Cities commercial real estate market is feeling the effect of the unstable economy, but certain market segments are doing better than anticipated, according to NorthMarqs mid-year 2008 Compass report, formerly known as the United Properties Outlook Report, released today.  

NorthMarq Corporate Solutions Acquires National Facilities Management Business

MINNEAPOLIS (June 10, 2008) - NorthMarq Corporate Solutions, formerly a division of United Properties, today announced the acquisition of a national facility management business from Work Oasis, an Atlanta-based company. The business offers a national facilities service delivery platform for maintenance, energy management and vendor management, which is powered by exclusive technology. 

NorthMarq and United Properties Finalize Reorganization

MINNEAPOLIS (May 5, 2008) - Commercial real estate leader United Properties completed the reorganization of its business today. The company's real estate services divisions are now operating under the NorthMarq name. The new NorthMarq includes NorthMarq Capital as well as the former Brokerage, Property Management, Healthcare, Construction, and Corporate Solutions businesses of United Properties. United Properties will exclusively focus on Development and Investments.

Genmar Selects NorthMarq Corporate Solutions to Assist with National Real Estate Disposition

MINNEAPOLIS (May 5, 2008) - NorthMarq Investment Services announced today the sale of Victor Marketplace, a 70,000-square-foot retail center located at 14775 Victor Hugo Blvd. in Hugo, Minn. The retail center was bought by Victor Hugo Boulevard, LLC, for an undisclosed price.

NorthMarq Investment Services Announces Sale of Victor Marketplace

MINNEAPOLIS (April 17, 2008) - NorthMarq Investment Services announced today the sale of Victor Marketplace, a 70,000-square-foot retail center located at 14775 Victor Hugo Blvd. in Hugo, Minn. The retail center was bought by Victor Hugo Boulevard, LLC, for an undisclosed price.

Veteran Real Estate Executives Named as Presidents of United Properties and NorthMarq Real Estate Services

MINNEAPOLIS (March 26, 2008) - Commercial real estate leader United Properties continued the transition of its services business to NorthMarq Real Estate Services today by naming new presidents for each company. Frank Dutke, currently Executive Vice President Investment and Development United Properties, will become president of United Properties, which will focus on investment and development activities. Jeff Eaton, currently Executive Vice President Real Estate Services United Properties, will become president of the newly formed NorthMarq Real Estate Services, which will include brokerage, property management and construction. Both positions will be effective May 5.

Haugland Companys 50th and France Redevelopment Enhances Area with Local and National Retail Tenants

MINNEAPOLIS (March 25, 2008) - Haugland Company, along with commercial real estate leader United Properties/NorthMarq, today announced the final signed lease in Haugland Companys 5000 France redevelopment; along with its retail space at 3924 W. 50th Street. Bumbershute, a womens clothing and accessories boutique, will be the final tenant to fill the available space at 5000 France.