MMACVAUGH& COMPANY

Selected case studies

Different properties.
A considered approach.

Three assignments from our archives show how market knowledge, property decisions, and relationships come together.

Historical examples, refreshed for clarity. Results reflect the original reports; they are not statements of current occupancy, rents, or availability, or guarantees of future performance.

Landlord representation

Repositioning space around the local market

35 N Arroyo Parkway · Pasadena

Historical assignment · source report undated
35 N Arroyo Parkway · Pasadena
Building photograph; not a before-and-after comparison.

The challenge

A 27,000 SF office and retail building was undergoing a seismic retrofit. Its second floor had been gutted, most retail tenants had left, and the proposed office configuration did not fit the sizes of businesses seeking space in Old Pasadena.

Our approach

MacVaugh & Company reviewed the floor plans and local demand, recommended a common corridor and a small finished marketing suite, and directed the leasing campaign toward design-oriented businesses and area brokers.

Reported result

The original case study reports that all second-floor office space was leased within three months of completing the marketing suite, with building occupancy reaching 95% at the time of the report.

A leasing strategy can start with the configuration of the space—not just its advertising.

Property management & owner advisory

Connecting building improvements with management

650 Sierra Madre Villa Avenue · Pasadena

Historical assignment · 2021 case-study collection
650 Sierra Madre Villa Avenue · Pasadena
Archival photograph from the firm’s case-study collection.

The challenge

The 28,630 SF office building needed improvements to its restrooms, parking area, landscaping, exterior appearance, and common patio. The archived account describes rents as below market.

Our approach

The owner worked with Hoss on a program of property improvements, including remodeled restrooms, fresh exterior paint, parking improvements, landscaping, and a patio with seating. MacVaugh & Company also took on property management.

Reported result

The archived case study reports that renewal rents were brought to market while management addressed the needs of the property’s occupants. It does not provide a percentage increase or investment return.

Physical improvements and ongoing management work together to support a property’s leasing position.

Retail leasing & revitalization

Introducing retailers to a changing downtown

Downtown Pomona

Historical assignment · 2006–2007
Downtown Pomona
Archival Downtown Pomona photograph from the original case study.

The challenge

A downtown property owner sought retail tenants to complement Pomona’s arts community and nearby student population as the district pursued revitalization.

Our approach

MacVaugh & Company organized a tenant walk, inviting prospective retailers to tour available spaces and meet landlords and developers who could explain the district’s plans.

Reported result

The historical report records more than 8,000 SF of retail leasing since November 2006, including a space of more than 6,000 SF leased for a bar concept. These figures describe the original assignment, not current tenants or availability.

Showing prospective tenants the wider neighborhood can be as important as showing an individual storefront.

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