Signature Acquisitions, a prominent owner and manager of Class-A suburban office space, announced Tuesday that it has recorded a staggering 504,000 square feet of leasing activity for the 2025 calendar year. This milestone represents a three-fold increase over the company’s 2024 volume, signaling a powerful resurgence in the New Jersey and Long Island suburban office markets.
The year concluded with a flourish as the company signed 142,000 square feet of new leases and renewals in the fourth quarter alone doubling its performance from Q3. Over the course of 2025, Signature executed 24 new leases and six lease expansions across its portfolio.
Industry experts point to a tightening market as a primary driver for these results. As many older suburban office parks are demolished or converted for industrial and residential use, the remaining “Class-A” inventory—top-tier buildings with high-end amenities—has become increasingly valuable.
“Demand for premier, suburban office space remains robust, and Class-A assets with strong amenities are seeing steady absorption,” Sandy Monaghan, senior vice president of Signature Acquisitions said. “The repurposing of other suburban offices has further supported the resilience of the regional office market.”
The final three months of the year saw 11 deals across eight commercial properties. While new leases accounted for 26,000 square feet, the bulk of the activity came from 116,000 square feet of renewals, indicating high tenant satisfaction and a desire for corporate stability.
Key regional highlights from the fourth quarter include:
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Parsippany: Boulevard Plaza secured three deals, including a new lease with the Center For Family Services and renewals for Sun West and Elevate HR.
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Cranford: The Parkway Commerce Center saw high activity with new leases from PSE&G, Schwartz & Schwartz, and Bankers Cooperative Group, alongside a renewal by Rhythm Medical.
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Secaucus: A new lease was finalized with Retarus at 500 Plaza Drive.
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Princeton & Clark: Major renewals were secured with Miami International and Jacobs Engineering, respectively.
Signature Acquisitions attributes much of its success to a “tenant-first” philosophy, focusing on creating work environments that help companies attract and retain talent in a post-pandemic landscape.
“Tenants are choosing Signature properties because of the care we take in designing spaces that foster a positive working environment,” Monaghan added.
With a portfolio exceeding six million square feet, Signature Acquisitions remains one of the most active players in the Tri-State area. As 2026 begins, the firm appears well-positioned to capitalize on a market that increasingly favors high-quality, well-managed suburban hubs over traditional urban cores.
