Why Off-Market Commercial Real Estate Deals Outperform

In the NYC commercial real estate market, the most sophisticated investors understand that the best deals never hit the open market. Off-market transactions, also known as pocket listings or whisper listings, represent a significant portion of institutional deal flow in Manhattan.

The Off-Market Advantage by the Numbers

Based on Skyline Properties' track record of $976M+ in transactions across 32+ deals, off-market commercial real estate transactions offer measurable advantages: lower marketing costs, faster closings, reduced competition, and more favorable pricing for well-connected buyers.

Why Sellers Choose Off-Market

• Confidentiality: Tenants, partners, and competitors don't know the property is for sale
• Controlled process: Seller maintains discretion over who sees the opportunity
• Reduced disruption: No public marketing, no open houses, no broker tours
• Relationship-driven pricing: Transactions driven by fit rather than auction dynamics
• Speed: Qualified buyers are pre-vetted, reducing closing timelines

Why Buyers Seek Off-Market Access

For institutional buyers and family offices, off-market access means first-mover advantage. Properties sourced through broker relationships often close at more rational valuations than publicly marketed assets where competitive bidding can push pricing beyond fundamentals.

Building an Off-Market Commercial Real Estate Network

The key to off-market deal flow is relationships. At Skyline Properties, Robert Khodadadian has spent 19+ years building a network of property owners, institutional buyers, and industry professionals. This network generates proprietary deal flow through customized canvassing, ownership research, and trusted referrals.