Hello! Welcome to the February Newsletter for Black Diamond Realty!

Ultimate Flexibility: As-is with Cosmetic Upgrades to 100% Build-To-Suit. Black Diamond Realty is pleased to announce the release of a new, exciting retail opportunity along a main thoroughfare to Morgantown. This strategically located parcel consists of 3.25 (+/-) acres with an existing 21,000 (+/-) square foot structure. The value is in the land and location.  Below are the top seven reasons any retail business should consider this location. 17,651 vehicles per day pass this location (2014, WVDOH). Hard corner. Traffic controlled intersection via traffic lights. Deal structure flexibility: Built-to-suit, as-is deal, multiple users, strip plaza, outparcel. 78,490 total population and an average household of $63,455 within a 5-mile radius (MapInfo Pro, 2015).  Ability to realign the existing four-way intersection to allow for better flow. Ability to connect adjacent shopping center parking lot. Defense In Depth, Monongalia County’s only & WV’s largest shooting range and defense training center, will open its doors in Fall 2017. When you think of this facility, think of Vegas-style shooting range with all the bells/whistles, simulators, retail sales, and many training and entertainment offerings. This regional traffic driver will be locating within Sabraton Plaza. Read more. Many national businesses are within a 0.25 mile of the site. Some include: Walgreens, CVS, Auto Zone, Advance Auto Parts, WesBanco, Wendy’s, Popeye’s, Rent-A-Center, US Cellular, Family Dollar, & Save-A-Lot.

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As real estate professionals, the Black Diamond team is often asked these two questions: How are things going in our market and what are you seeing? This article will dive into both of these popular questions. Black Diamond has experienced unseasonable demand during what is traditionally the slowest time of year in commercial real estate. Although demand has increased in all sectors, the industrial sector is leading the charge in 2017. There are so many factors that affect a market. Most of these factors are outside of our regional control. Each sector under the commercial real estate umbrella is different and driven by varying economic forces which can also be directly affected by macroeconomic factors stemming from federal policy and regulation.... Click here to continue reading about the strong outlook for industrial demand.

At Black Diamond Realty, we pride ourselves on our thorough skill set and personalized approach at finding our clients the best location suitable for their individual needs. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service that ensures the success of our clients and community, no matter the industry.  In a recent transaction, we were able to help a client with several complicated decisions:  (1) Our team helped the client weigh pros and cons of leasing versus purchasing.  (2) Black Diamond provided many options for the client’s consideration to ensure they felt the best site was chosen. (3) Black Diamond represented both parties, maintaining a high level of ethical and professional acumen, to ensure all parties were pleased with the results of the transaction.   Coming to Morgantown in 2017... We are pleased to announce a recent deal completed with Stone & Company Inc., the one stop shop for all of your concrete and construction needs. Stone & Company Inc. will be located on Smithtown Road and will be hiring 7 to 10 full time employees. They have proudly served the greater Pittsburgh area for over 80 years.  Stone & Company is excited to open their 11th location in Morgantown. For more information, call 1.800.CONCRETE, or visit www.stoneconcrete.com.

Warehouse, Fairmont, WV 2103 Pleasant Valley Road 28,361 square feet of industrial space located in the main building 2,600 square feet of warehouse/office space located in the secondary building 6 acres Two 5-ton cranes 18' clear ceiling height  Three drive-in/grade level doors Fenced Yard  High interstate visibility Located .25 mile from I-79      View 2103 Pleasant Valley Road

Flex Industrial, Morgantown, WV 1644 Blue Horizon Drive 20,000 square feet of flex industrial space 16,000 square feet warehouse/shop  4,000 square feet mezzanine/office  7.12 acres  1.5 acres of usable yard space  Nine drive-in/grade level doors 26' clear ceiling height  View 1644 Blue Horizon Drive

Industrial, Fairmont, WV 2009 Pleasant Valley Road Large industrial shop space 5.05 acres Office space 3+ acres of fenced yard 1 mile from I-79    20 cranes ranging in size, wash bay,  and sandblast room View Francis Enterprises

We want to make it as easy as possible for our clients to find exactly what they are looking for. Whether it be for office or industrial, we take pride in all of our offerings and believe each one has something special to offer. Click the images below to see what's new in our office and industrial inventory.

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