The following article is based on our exclusive list of the most prominent US retail real estate developers, specifically focusing on retail property developers from New York.
The list contains several valuable data points, such as general contact details and the names of the management. We also indicate the real estate development focus of the listed firms (e.g. residential, office, hospitality, retail, etc.). The list is available for immediate download as an Excel file via our online shop. You might also be interested in our list of the top US retail real estate investors.
The development of retail real estate in New York is characterised by high density, diversity and constant reinvention. From the iconic flagship stores of Fifth Avenue to the vibrant neighbourhood corridors of Brooklyn and Queens, developers are tasked with striking a balance between heritage and innovation in one of the world’s most dynamic consumer markets. In a city where retail is inextricably linked with tourism, culture and daily life, successful development requires prime locations, as well as visionary design, adaptive reuse and a strong understanding of shifting trends. Whether creating high-street experiences, food-anchored centres, or mixed-use hubs, New York’s retail developers continue to shape how the city shops, socialises, and moves.
One of New York’s most prominent retail-focused real estate developers is O’Connor Capital Partners. Founded in 1983 by Jeremiah W. O’Connor Jr., the firm is a fully integrated real estate operating company with a legacy of over $30 billion of real estate developed and acquired in the United States, Europe, Latin America and Asia. With more than $6.5 billion in assets under management and over 20 million square feet of commercial space in its portfolio, O’Connor is known for its strong focus on retail and mixed-use development. The firm takes a long-term, co-investment approach – treating each asset as if it were its own – and prides itself on building lasting relationships with investors, retailers and occupiers alike. Most recently, O’Connor broke ground on Elysian Watertown Square, a 142-unit residential and retail development in Watertown, Massachusetts, designed to integrate modern living with vibrant community spaces in a historic setting.
List of the 5 largest retail real estate developers from New York
In the following, you can find an outline of the most important retail property developers from New York:
| Name | City | Investment Focus | Assets under Management |
|---|---|---|---|
| O’Connor Capital Partners | New York | Residential, Office, Retail | > $1bn |
| Vornado Realty Trust | New York | Residential, Office, Retail | n.a. |
| Thor Equities | New York | Residential, Office, Retail, Logistics, Hotels / Hospitality | n.a. |
| Brixmor | New York | Retail | n.a. |
| Kimco Realty | Jericho | Retail | n.a. |
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