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Around Town, York Gives Back

Raleigh Rescue Mission – The Garden

What a day in Knightdale! Last week we were honored to be at the ribbon cutting for Raleigh Rescue Mission’s new campus, The Garden. The crowd was full of people who helped make this possible, and the whole event was beautifully put together.

The Garden is a 101-unit campus for women and children experiencing homelessness. It includes a learning center with classrooms for infants through 12th grade, walking trails and a playground. Residents get a safe place to stay and a real path forward.

York Properties is proud to have played a small part through our support of the campaign.

Congratulations to Raleigh Rescue Mission and its leadership, the Town of Knightdale, Lennar, and every donor, partner, builder and volunteer who helped bring The Garden to life. This is what it looks like when a community shows up.

York Gives Back

9/11 Day of Service

Today, the our team joined other local companies in volunteering at Baileywick Elementary School in honor of 9/11.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to come together, serve our community, and remember those whose lives were forever impacted.

York Gives Back

A Morning with Meals on Wheels

Yesterday, a few of our team members had the opportunity to hear from Meals on Wheels of Wake County about the meaningful impact the organization makes in the lives of local seniors. After learning more about their mission, our team rolled up their sleeves and packed 117 breakfast kits to help support those they serve.

A big thank you to Sara Walker and Jill Straight for stopping by, sharing more about Meals on Wheels and giving us the chance to lend a hand!

Sara Walker, Director of Development
Jill Straight, Director of Volunteer & Community Engagement

Client Highlight

Porter’s Lofts Ribbon Cutting

Brian Wallace joined client James Goodnight and partners for a ribbon cutting for Porter’s Lofts in Sanford, NC last week.

Porter’s Lofts delivers 10 loft style apartment over 3 retail units in Downtown Sanford.

Excited to announce that all 10 units have leased before the ribbon cutting could even take place!

Join the waiting list at Porters Lofts!

Construction by Progressive Contracting Company, Inc.
Architecture by Maurer Architecture, PA
Leasing by Martha Lucas

Industry Experience

Building Knowledge Through Continuing Education

Our Property Management team came together this afternoon for a training session sponsored by Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group Roofing & Sheet Metal Company. A big thank you to Josh Foltz for providing lunch and supporting an informative training session for our team.

Following lunch, our Senior Vice President & Director of Property Management, Amy Rogers, led a continuing education session focused on financial reporting and variance analysis, helping our team strengthen their expertise and continue building the knowledge needed to best serve our clients.

We’re grateful for partners who invest in our team’s growth and leaders who are committed to continuous learning. Investing in ongoing education ensures we’re always expanding our knowledge, sharpening our skills, and delivering the highest level of service to our clients.

Company News, Employee Spotlight

Candi McDowell: 22 Years as Association Executive for IREM Greater Raleigh-Durham

York Properties is proud to recognize Candi McDowell for her remarkable 22 years of service as Association Executive for IREM Greater Raleigh-Durham.

While serving in her role at York, Candi also dedicated her time and expertise to IREM—supporting the chapter’s leadership, coordinating communications and events, and helping foster a strong and connected real estate community across the Triangle.

Her organization, consistency, and positive approach have made a lasting impact not only within our company, but throughout the industry.

We are grateful to have Candi as part of the York team and appreciate the many ways she has represented both York Properties and IREM with professionalism and care over the years.

Please join us in thanking Candi for her incredible service and contributions.

Company News, Industry Experience

#9 Largest Commercial Property Management Firm

Big news! York Properties has been ranked #9 on the Triangle Business Journal’s list of the Largest Commercial Property Management Firms.

Managing more than 4.25 million square feet throughout the Triangle wouldn’t be possible without the hard work of our property management team and the trust of our clients. Thank you for being a part of this achievement. We’re proud of how far we’ve come and even more excited for what’s ahead!

Employee Spotlight

Brian Wallace Leads Tour Through Downtown Wilmington

Last week, Brian Wallace had the pleasure of leading a tour through Downtown Wilmington for the NC Downtown Development Association (NCDDA).

Brian was joined by the project team of 35 N. Front St. as they showcased the growth and investment shaping the city’s future.

From Left to Right:
David Maurer, Maurer Architecture
Christina Haley, Wilmington Downtown Inc.
Kelli Laudate, Downtown Sanford, Inc.
Brian Wallace, York Properties, Inc.
Tim Hamilton, Old School Rebuilders
James Goodnight, Property Owner

Client Highlight, Employee Spotlight

Leasing Momentum at Pilot Mill

Congratulations to Peter Pace on representing the Landlord in three recent office leases at Pilot Mill in Raleigh:

The Enclave Collective – Suite 105 (2,819 SF)
RefiBuy – Suite 113 (5,553 SF)
Ellis Family Law – Suite 205 (2,660 SF)

Together, these transactions represent more than 11,00 square feet of office space leased, highlighting the continued demand for creatively designed workspace in one of Raleigh’s most distinctive office destinations.

Tenant Highlight

Recent Transactions: Tenant Representation

From medical office and behavioral health to wellness and education, here’s a selection of tenant representation assignments our brokers recently completed across the Triangle, helping organizations secure spaces that support their missions and growth.

Every requirement was more than a site search. It meant understanding the client’s operational needs, evaluating market options, and negotiating terms that deliver long‑term flexibility, visibility, and value.

Kudos to our brokers – Malcolm Lewis, CCIM, Robert Hoyt, Brian Wallace, and Judson McMillan – for guiding these tenants to new homes across Raleigh, Garner, and Holly Springs.

If your company is exploring a relocation or expansion, we’d love to talk about your space needs and how our tenant rep team can advocate for you in today’s market.