Vestar Selected by Nuveen Real Estate to Manage Newly Acquired Southern California Retail Portfolio
The longstanding retail experts will oversee management for five grocery-anchored shopping and lifestyle destinations
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PHOENIX, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vestar, a leading privately held owner and operator of open-air shopping centers in the western United States, has been engaged by Nuveen Real Estate to provide property management, strategic leasing oversight, marketing and construction management services for its newly acquired retail portfolio in Southern California. The grocery-anchored portfolio consists of over 600,000 square feet of high-performing shopping centers with occupancy rates exceeding 98%.
The portfolio includes:
Located in one of North County's most established trade areas, this community center is anchored by Ralphs and CVS and serves a dense residential base including California State University San Marcos.
A key retail destination in the Coachella Valley, anchored by Sprouts Farmers Market and Best Buy.
A regional shopping center drawing consistent foot traffic, with anchors including Target, Sprouts, Total Wine and More and ULTA.
This local shopping center is strategically positioned near I-15 and anchored by Stater Bros., serving the rapidly growing Southwest Riverside County submarket.
A well-established community center in Oceanside, anchored by Ralphs and Lowe's.
"Nuveen Real Estate is a globally respected leader in the industry and we are proud to be chosen for this significant management assignment," said Patrick McGinley, President of Management Services for Vestar. "Their reputation for excellence and decades-long track record of strategic, successful investments set the standard in our industry and we're excited to bring our full suite of management services to help drive the next phase of growth for these exceptional assets."
The addition of these five properties brings Vestar's Southern California footprint to more than 8.5 million square feet, including The District at Tustin Legacy (Tustin, CA), Long Beach Towne Center (Long Beach, CA), Peninsula Center (Rolling Hills Estates, CA), and Rancho San Diego Towne Center (San Diego, CA).
With over 35 years of success in the retail real estate industry, Vestar continues to deliver long-term value to the properties it manages by attracting new consumers, maximizing occupancy and adapting to evolving market needs.
For more about Vestar and its portfolio, visit vestar.com.
About Vestar
Vestar is a nationally recognized leader in the acquisition, development and operation of high-quality retail, entertainment and mixed-use destinations. With a portfolio exceeding 30 million square feet across the western United States and an additional 3 million square feet under active development, Vestar specializes in creating vibrant shopping and entertainment hubs that transcend commerce to become essential community landmarks. Vestar's rich 35-year legacy is industry-celebrated for its ability to create unique destinations with a sense of place, shaping the future of retail. For more information, please visit vestar.com.
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