Silbert's 2025 Year in Review

As 2025 draws to a close, Silbert Realty & Management Company (SRM) reflects on a year of continued success, strategic growth, and impactful results across sales, leasing, and advisory services. In an ever-evolving commercial real estate market, the firm’s deep market insights, strong client relationships, and hands-on personalized approach allows our thirty-nine-year-old company to deliver consistent value-add and standout results.

According to Brian S. Silbert, President & CEO, throughout 2025, SRM remained focused across diverse asset classes, including retail, mixed-use, and multifamily throughout New Jersey and the greater Tri-State Area. “Our ability to adapt to changing market dynamics, while staying committed to a disciplined and results-driven approach has contributed to numerous high-profile transactions, as well as established occupancy levels. These successes on behalf of our clients further solidified my company’s position as a trusted advisor to owners, developers, and tenants.

Noteworthy Sales & Investment Transactions

211-213 South Street, Morristown, NJ –  $5,822,000 SOLD

SRM represented the long-time family ownership group in the sale of this prime 12,500 SF retail office building within downtown Morristown and previously home to Rite Aid. When SRM was engaged, the property was 75% vacant, but through its experience and market knowledge, the firm secured a long-term lease with Alpha Fit Club, a prominent regional fitness provider, and subsequently completed the sale of the property to an owner-user to operate its retail store within the remaining vacant area. The sale highlights investor interest in well-located assets with strong long-term potential and showcases Silbert's ability to adapt and maximize opportunities in dynamic market conditions. The firm also was appointed both property manager and construction manager during the assignment on behalf of the Mintz Family.

2936 Vauxhall Road, Union, NJ –  Sold for $1,875,000

Silbert Realty & Management successfully sold a “shovel ready” fully approved four-story, 36-unit luxury apartment building within the Vauxhall section of Union, along the Millburn border. According to longtime owner, Gerald Giordano, “SRM expertly guided me through the sales

process, from initial valuation to closing.” The property's strategic location, with access to municipal utilities and major highways, made it a highly attractive investment for builders, emphasizing Silbert's strength in repositioning real estate for highest and best in class use and executing complex land sales and highlighting its ability to unlock the as-complete future value through entitlements and market demand.

181 Howard Boulevard, Mt. Arlington, NJ – Sold for $7,200,000

The firm completed the sale of a fully approved mixed-use redevelopment property adjacent exit 30 of I-80 within Mount Arlington. The sale included site plan approval for a proposed five-story, 37-unit apartment building, a substantially leased 34,129 SF shopping center, and the redevelopment of a former bank into a second apartment building of 44-units. Silbert

Realty & Management was able to secure a buyer on behalf of the James Yacenda Estate, representing both estate and a second generation family of builders and contractors, whose vision aligned with the long-term potential for redevelopment of the property. This transaction underscores SRM’s expertise in executing complex mixed-use property sales that balance immediate market needs with future growth.

+/-17.09 Acre vacant land sale 73 Mountainview Road, Township of Warren, NJ

According to Brian S. Silbert, President and CEO of Silbert Realty & Management, the firm concluded the sale of approximately 17 acres of vacant land to the Township of Warren and earmarked for open space within the community.  Silbert was hired by Darien, Connecticut based long term ownership to represent its interests in the marketing of the wooded vacant

land tract, situated adjacent Exit 33/I-78 and contiguous The Federal Reserve Bank of New York 400,000 SF brand new circulation of cash and coins facilities which are under construction.  Silbert’s experience with property valuations and contractual matters greatly benefitted the out of state former owner towards the successful conclusion of the sale transaction in December.  “No substitute for experience, according to Silbert and having negotiated other similar transactions with state, county and other governmental agencies in the past.” 

Bernardsville Centre, Bernardsville, New Jersey – Fully Leased

When King’s Supermarket closed its doors in 2022, Bernardsville Centre was strategically repositioned by Silbert Realty & Management, transforming the community’s premier 89,000 square foot shopping center through the successful re-tenanting with a new Ace Hardware anchor. The repositioning required a highly customized approach, as the legacy supermarket footprint presented unique challenges that were thoughtfully reconfigured with owners Brenda and Tom Curnin in order to meet Ace Hardware’s operational and merchandising requirements and while affording additional new future tenants.

The revitalized shopping center is further strengthened by a brand-new Wells Fargo Bank branch, a specialty butcher and multiple lease renewals, reinforcing long-term tenancy and enhancing the overall merchandising mix within the Borough of Bernardsville. This initiative highlights SRM’s ability to execute complex repositioning strategies, adapt existing assets to changing economic conditions and retail platforms, providing a long-term sustained value for ownership.

Silbert adds Starbucks to King’s Anchored Mendham Village – Fully Leased

Silbert Realty & Management represented ownership in the successful leasing of Mendham Village, the 60,000 SF King’s–anchored shopping center, culminating in the opening of a new Starbucks café location. The transaction completed the existing center’s leasing and further strengthened its position as the premier grocery anchored neighborhood retail destination.

The addition of Starbucks complements an already well-curated tenant mix and reflects strong retailer demand driven by the Mendham area’s affluent demographics and consistent consumer traffic. The fully leased center now offers a balanced blend of national and local tenants designed to serve the daily needs of the surrounding community.

David Greenman, Senior Vice President of Retail Services, commented, “Demand remains strong, and the synergistic tenant mix is well suited to the Borough of Mendham and its affluent demographic along State Route 24.”

This leasing success highlights Silbert Realty & Management’s expertise in maximizing occupancy, attracting best-in-class tenants, and delivering long-term value for ownership in competitive suburban retail markets.

SRM finishes a strong Q4 announcing full lease up of Cedar Glen Shopping Center, Branchburg, NJ

Silbert Realty & Management has leased and managed the 108,000 square foot Cedar Glen Shopping Center since its inception, spearheading lease up to full occupancy, through long-term tenant relationships and property management. Anchored by Shop Rite Supermarket, the center continues to perform as the dominant neighborhood retail destination serving Branchburg and the surrounding communities.

According to Brian Silbert, President & CEO of Silbert Realty & Management, the second phase, Cedar Glen is now 100% leased, with recent long-term renewals consummated with Performance Rehab, Dover Saddlery, Subway and Pure Barre, underscoring the strength and stability of Branchburg and the Cedar Glen tenant roster. Most recently, SRM completed a new lease with Unbound Golf, an indoor golf simulator that further diversifies the center’s offerings and enhances its appeal to a broad customer base and given prominent country clubs and golf courses within four miles of Cedar Glen.

The continued success of Cedar Glen Shopping Center reflects SRM’s long-standing commitment to proactive leasing, hands-on management, and thoughtful tenant curation, resulting in sustained occupancy and long-term value for Elite Properties of Watchung, NJ.

SRM continues strong retail successes within Bernards Township

SRM continues to demonstrate leasing success within Bernards Township, having fully leased the two most prominent lifestyle centers: 100 Marketplace and Riverwalk Village Center situated within one mile of each Bocina developed complex, immediately off exit 33 of I-78. Through strategic marketing and retail experience, SRM has reinforced both centers as premier destinations serving Bernards Township/Basking Ridge and the surrounding community.

Riverwalk Village Center, a twenty-five-year-old award-winning development of 50,000 square foot lifestyle center, is home to a strong mix of national and boutique tenants including Starbucks, Alpha Fit Club, and Harvest Restaurant Groups, 3 West. The two building, two story mixed-use complex, recently achieved full occupancy with the addition of Marée Aesthetics, an upscale medical spa that further elevates Riverwalk’s experiential and service-oriented offerings.

100 Marketplace, a two-story 58,000 square foot award-winning lifestyle center, features a best-in-class tenant roster of national tenants including Chase Bank, Panera Bread, Greens Market, Club Pilates, Chipotle, Verizon and additional complementary uses. Christian Harrington successfully completed the leasing of 100 Marketplace with the addition of a 3,800 square foot office to Contemporary Dermatology, which is projected to open in February 2026.

These transactions underscore Silbert Realty & Management’s ability to fully lease and manage high-quality lifestyle centers by aligning national brands, service-oriented retail and medical tenants, and community-driven concepts, further strengthening the Silbert’s presence and performance within Bernards Township and the surrounding area.

Development & Advisory Services

Beyond transactional activities, SRM continued to provide expertise on future ground-up development and redevelopment projects. The firm has played a pivotal role in guiding early-stage leasing, asset positioning and future real estate branding, enabling developers and investors to create viable development projects and future lease up momentum before completion. Looking ahead, Silbert is excited to announce a variety of new developments throughout New Jersey for 2026 and beyond, which will include a blend of multifamily, vibrant downtown retail, and innovative mixed-use developments.

Looking Ahead to 2026

“Our success in 2025 is a testament to the dedication of our team, our market expertise, and the trust our clients continue to place in us” said Brian Silbert, founder of Silbert Realty & Management. “We’re proud of the progress achieved this year and are excited about what lies ahead in 2026. Our commitment to delivering well thought, strategic solutions remains at the heart of everything we do.”

As we look toward the future, Silbert Realty & Management is determined to continue driving value, building strong partnerships, and navigating the ever-changing real estate landscape with integrity and foresight.