Boutique Manhattan investment sales firm has completed 33 transactions and more than 2.8 million square feet so far in 2026
-- BKREA, a leading Manhattan-focused investment sales brokerage specializing in development sites, redevelopment opportunities, and value-add properties, announced its latest transaction results, reporting $833.5 million in total dollar volume across 33 transactions year-to-date in 2026.
Through August 2026, BKREA has sold 33 buildings totaling 2,842,635 square feet, demonstrating continued demand for well-positioned development and investment opportunities across Manhattan.
The firm has experienced particularly strong momentum since the beginning of the second half of the year. Since July 1, 2026, BKREA has completed nine transactions involving 11 buildings totaling 675,352 square feet and $259.1 million in transaction volume. The firm's activity since July represents approximately 31% of its total 2026 dollar volume to date.
“2026 has been a very strong year for BKREA, and the momentum we have seen since July 1 has been especially encouraging,” said Bob Knakal, Chairman and CEO of BKREA. “Our team continues to execute at a high level and our focus on development sites, redevelopment opportunities, and properties with significant value-add potential is resonating with owners and buyers. We are excited about what the remainder of the year will bring.”
BKREA's performance reflects the firm's continued focus on representing owners of properties where strategic marketing, deep market knowledge, and a targeted approach to buyer outreach can create significant value. The firm's proprietary research and data capabilities, including the Knakal Land Index and Knakal Map Room, support its ability to identify opportunities and connect properties with qualified investors and developers.
With a growing pipeline of exclusive assignments and continued transaction activity across Manhattan, BKREA enters the second half of 2026 with significant momentum.
About the company: BKREA is a Manhattan-focused commercial real estate investment sales brokerage specializing in development sites, redevelopment opportunities, and value-add properties. Founded by Bob Knakal, the firm represents owners, developers, and investors across Manhattan, combining deep submarket knowledge with proprietary research tools including the Knakal Land Index and the Knakal Map Room. BKREA's team advises clients on land and development site sales, multifamily assets, mixed-use properties, and complex repositioning opportunities throughout New York City.
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