New mixed-use developments are moving beyond the old “retail on the bottom, apartments on top” formula. The most successful projects today are finding intentional, human-scale ways to connect commercial tenants directly with residents—creating spaces that actually work together. A great example is our leasing project, Two Park Central. Connecting Retail Directly to Residents At Two Park Central, the development team introduced a cut-out service ...

At JR Mercantile Real Estate Advisors, being a boutique commercial brokerage isn’t a label—it’s how we choose to operate. In an industry that often prioritizes volume and speed, we focus on intentional, relationship-driven work that creates long-term value for the people and properties we represent. Representing Landlords and Developers with a Long-Term Mindset We regularly represent landlords and developers and take a hands-on approach ...

Pricing commercial space isn’t about guessing or copying the building down the street. Landlords who price correctly attract stronger tenants, reduce vacancy, and protect long-term asset value. Those who don’t often end up with extended downtime, weak covenants, or costly renegotiations. At JR Mercantile Real Estate Advisors, we help landlords set market-accurate pricing strategies that balance competitiveness with profitability. Here are the key factors ...