CURT ARTHUR, SIOR 

OFFICE MARKET | SVN COMMERCIAL ADVISORS LLC 

Office absorption in Salem turned sharply negative during the pandemic-induced second and third quarters of 2020. Since then, sharp swings in occupancy have been prevalent, as tenants sort out space needs heading into the post-pandemic era. In Q2, 2021, the bulk of the leasing ac…

  If the last couple of years have proven anything, it is that life is full of uncertainties. But one factor remains the same: housing prices are on the rise. This non-stop trend has proven to cause significant stress for the home-buyer and has generated a windfall for homeowners. Despite this disparity, real estate activity has remained high and steady.  …

By Alex Rhoten, Principal Broker  Coldwell Banker Commercial Mountain West Real Estate   Delays and shortages in construction supply slow development and raise costs  Missing material and inventory slow commercial development. Supply chain disruptions are hitting the economy and putting multiple sectors into direct competition for raw materials. From the auto industry to commercial real estate (CRE), it looks like this will continue until at least 2023, and perhaps even longer. Just as extended waits for new cars a…

We’re excited for the opportunity to be the first to share our observations on Salem’s commercial real estate market with the Salem Business Journal. As leaders in Salem’s commercial real estate community, we believe the City of Salem is on the brink of a great opportunity to create a safe, clean, interactive, and inclusive city for its businesses a