Resurgence of the Ground Lease: Q&A with Skyline Properties CEO Robert Khodadadian
In-depth interview with Robert Khodadadian on the resurgence of ground leases as an investment strategy in NYC.
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About Skyline Properties
Manhattan’s Off-Market Investment Sales Authority, specializing in off-market investment sales, 99-year ground leases, and office-to-residential conversions.
Robert Khodadadian
One of New York's leading off-market investment sales brokers, with over $976M in closed transactions. His deals include 99-year ground leases and office-to-residential conversions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is Robert Khodadadian?
- Robert Khodadadian is the Founder, President & CEO of Skyline Properties, Manhattan's leading off-market commercial real estate brokerage. Licensed in New York since 2006, he has closed over $976M in NYC commercial transactions and is the 2025 RED Awards Off-Market Investment Sales Broker of the Year.
- What does Skyline Properties specialize in?
- Skyline Properties is an off-market commercial real estate brokerage working in Manhattan and Brooklyn. The practice covers investment sales, 99-year ground leases, office-to-residential conversions under 467-m, multifamily portfolios and development sites. The firm works directly with principals, and confidentiality is the default.
- How can journalists or media outlets reach Robert?
- Send press inquiries to info@skylineprp.com. Robert answers them himself, within 24 hours. Skyline Properties keeps a journalist contact list and stays in regular touch with the beat reporters who cover NYC commercial real estate.
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