Leasing Volume and Rent Growth
Overall leasing volume in Q4 2024 was over 90% of pre-pandemic volumes, with the Sunbelt markets at 95%. City Office REIT saw a 35% increase in new and renewal leases over 2023, and a 5.9% cash rent roll-up upon renewal.
Property Upgrades and Occupancy
Completed significant property upgrades at nine properties and constructed 231,000 square feet of modern spec suites, with over 75% leased. Portfolio occupancy increased to 85.4%, a two percentage point increase from the prior quarter.
Financial Performance
Net operating income in Q4 was $25.5 million, $900,000 higher than Q3, and core FFO increased by $600,000 to $11.7 million. Same-store cash NOI increased by 3.3% compared to Q4 2023.
Disposition of Superior Point
Sold Superior Point in Denver for $12 million, a strategic decision to exit a challenging submarket and focus on value creation in stronger markets.
Redevelopment Plans in Saint Petersburg
Received unanimous approval for a redevelopment site plan in downtown Saint Petersburg, including 164 residential condos and 78,000 square feet of retail and office.