JLL Closes $116.13M Sale of Portland High-rise Apartment Community

24 September 2019

PORTLAND, ORE. – JLL announced today that it has closed the $116.13 million sale of Riva on the Park, on behalf of Barings, one of the world’s largest diversified real estate investment managers. The property is a 294-unit, transit-oriented residential high-rise prominently located adjacent to the Oregon Health & Science University (“OHSU”) in Portland’s South Waterfront neighborhood.

JLL represented the seller, Barings, on behalf of institutional investors, and procured the buyer, Griffis Residential. The property was acquired free and clear of existing financing.

In addition to its proximity to OHSU, which is undergoing a 1.1 million-square-foot expansion, Riva on the Park is located within steps of the Portland Streetcar, MAX Light Rail and the Portland Aerial Tram. The 22-story, LEED Gold-certified property consists of 294 residential units averaging 811 square feet and more than 13,000 square feet of ground-floor retail. Apartment amenities include granite countertops and plank flooring in kitchens; oversized, energy-efficient windows; full-size washers and dryers; central heat and air conditioning; decks or patios; and stunning city and river views. Common area amenities include a lobby with fireside lounge, eco-terrace with grills, 24-hour fitness center and concierge services.

The JLL Capital Markets team representing the seller was led by Senior Managing Director Ira Virden, an Oregon-licensed real estate salesperson, and Senior Director Carrie Kahn.