LevRose CRE welcomes industry leader, office property expert Laurel Lewis, SIOR, as Senior Vice President

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (July 16, 2026) – LevRose Commercial Real Estate is proud to announce the hiring of Laurel Lewis, SIOR, as Senior Vice President, further strengthening the firm’s office brokerage platform with one of Arizona’s most respected and accomplished commercial real estate professionals.

Lewis brings more than three decades of experience in office tenant representation, lease negotiations, commercial property sales, and strategic real estate advisory services throughout Metro Phoenix and the Southwest. Throughout her distinguished career, she has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results through market expertise, creative problem-solving, unwavering ethics, and a client-first approach.

As an office specialist, Lewis has represented office users and occupiers across many industries, helping businesses identify opportunities, negotiate favorable outcomes, and make informed real estate decisions. Her extensive experience includes supporting the successful expansion of major organizations entering the Phoenix market and advising clients through complex transactions with confidence and efficiency.

“We are thrilled to welcome Laurel to the LevRose team,” said Mike Baumgardner, President of LevRose Commercial Real Estate. “Her reputation for professionalism, deep market knowledge, and trusted advisory approach is unmatched. Laurel has earned tremendous respect throughout the industry, and her expertise in office properties will bring tremendous value to our clients and our firm. Just as importantly, she embodies the collaborative culture and integrity that define LevRose.”

Lewis’ impact extends well beyond brokerage. During a career that began at a time when few women were represented in commercial real estate, she has become a role model and mentor to countless professionals entering the industry. A strong advocate for advancing women in commercial real estate, she regularly shares her knowledge and experience with the next generation of industry leaders.

“Commercial real estate has given me opportunities to grow professionally and personally, and I believe strongly in helping others find their own path to success,” Lewis said. “I am excited to join LevRose, a company known for its entrepreneurial spirit, client-focused culture, and commitment to excellence. I look forward to helping clients achieve their goals while contributing to the continued growth of the firm.”

Throughout her career, Lewis has earned numerous recognitions, including being named among AZRE Magazine’s People to Know in Commercial Real Estate and Most Influential Women in Commercial Real Estate. She holds the prestigious SIOR designation, widely recognized as one of the highest professional achievements in the commercial real estate industry. Prior to joining LevRose, Lewis held senior brokerage positions with several of Arizona’s leading commercial real estate firms.

Beyond brokerage, Lewis has dedicated significant time to community service and volunteerism. Her involvement has included leadership and volunteer roles with organizations such as the Arizona Animal Welfare League, the Valley Partnership Community Project, New Pathways for Youth, Andre House, McDowell Sonoran Conservancy, and the AZ Lost Boys Center. Her commitment to serving the community reflects the same passion and dedication she brings to her clients every day.

A graduate of the University of Phoenix, Lewis earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and has built a career defined by networking, discipline, ethical leadership, continuous learning, and an unwavering dedication to client success.

Lewis’ arrival underscores LevRose’s continued investment in top talent and commitment to delivering best-in-class brokerage and advisory services across Arizona.

Nation’s Leading Luxury Leased Home Community Developer Opens First Avilla Homes Neighborhood in Greater Atlanta

NexMetro Communities debuts its hallmark single-level, mostly detached, leased home community lifestyle in response to strong consumer demand

Stockbridge, GA (July 16, 2026) – NexMetro Communities, a national leader in developing cottage-style rental home neighborhoods, is opening its first Avilla Homes community in the greater Atlanta market. The milestone significantly expands the company’s nationally recognized platform and brings its innovative rental communities to one of the country’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas.

Avilla Holloway, a new, purpose-built, 136-home luxury rental community, opens this month on 14 acres at 700 Cynthia Court, McDonough, Georgia, officially located in the city of Stockbridge. The gated neighborhood features single-level, mostly detached homes designed to offer residents more space, privacy and flexibility than traditional apartment living. The community includes one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans with private entrances, front porches and private backyards, along with upscale finishes and onsite professional management.

Avilla Holloway marks the first of multiple luxury leased home neighborhoods NexMetro is bringing to the greater Atlanta market, representing an investment of more than $210 million. Avilla Friendship Trails, a 129-home neighborhood in Hoschton, is scheduled to open later this fall; and two additional Avilla neighborhoods (one outside of Augusta in Burnettown, S.C., and one in Henry County) are set to start sitework before year end.

Sean Rust, vice president of development for the company’s Atlanta Division, said although NexMetro entered the market with the opening of a traditional townhome community in late 2024, Avilla Holloway is the first Atlanta neighborhood to showcase the company’s hallmark Avilla brand and its highly sought-after cottage-style, BTR concept.

“Atlanta represents everything we look for in a market — a dynamic population, strong employment fundamentals, and residents who value quality and flexibility in how they live,” Rust said, adding that the opening isn’t just a milestone for NexMetro; it’s an opportunity to meaningfully expand housing choice for residents. “We’ve built something special with the Avilla brand, and we couldn’t be more excited to introduce it to this community.”

The Atlanta region continues to experience population growth, job creation and evolving housing preferences, driving demand for housing options that offer the comforts of a single-family home without the responsibilities of ownership. “Atlanta has been a priority market for us,” Rust said, “and this opening is the result of years of deliberate strategy, disciplined execution, and a deep belief that consumers want something more than the traditional rental experience. Avilla Neighborhoods deliver the space, privacy, and amenities of a single-family home without the burdens of ownership — and that proposition resonates powerfully right now. This is just the beginning of what NexMetro will build in the Atlanta market.”

Avilla Holloway will feature community amenities that include a resort-style pool and spa, outdoor kitchen and barbecue grills, dog park, landscaped open spaces, an indoor community meeting space, covered parking and optional garages, along with a 24/7 maintenance team. The neighborhood is pet friendly with homes featuring all hard-surface floors, with no breed or size restrictions.

Interest in the community has been strong, with more than 500 prospective residents joining the VIP interest list prior to opening. Located in Henry County, Avilla Holloway offers convenient access to major employment centers throughout the southern Atlanta region, as well as shopping, dining and recreation destinations.

NexMetro has more than 11,000 homes and more than 60 neighborhoods completed, under construction or in development across the Sunbelt, including in Phoenix, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, Denver, Tampa and Atlanta. For more information about Avilla Homes neighborhoods, visit AvillaHomes.com. To learn more about Avilla Holloway, visit AvillaHolloway.com.

Chapman Management Group Facilitates $3.45 Million Sale for Valencia Airport Center

TUCSON, AZ (July 15, 2026) — Chapman Management Group, LLC facilitated the $3.45 million sale of approximately 9.6 acres of shovel-ready industrial land at 3430 E. Valencia Road in Tucson.

PI TUS VALENCIA, LP, an entity affiliated with Provident Industrial, acquired the property from Airport Commerce Center, LLC. The transaction closed June 12, 2026.

The site, located near the southwest corner of Valencia and Palo Verde roads, consists of seven contiguous industrial-zoned lots with sewer and utility connections stubbed to each parcel. The infrastructure and location provide a rare ready-to-develop opportunity within the Tucson Airport industrial submarket.

Erik Chapman, CCIM, CPM, and Nick Travassos, MRED, CCIM, of Chapman Management Group represented the seller. The acquisition was led by Steven Nemer, Southwest market leader for Provident Industrial, a division of Dallas-based real estate development and investment firm Provident.

Provident plans to develop Valencia Airport Center, a 163,000-square-foot Class A distribution facility with 32-foot clear heights. The more than $25 million development is under construction and is scheduled for completion and occupancy during the second quarter of 2027.

Once completed, Valencia Airport Center is expected to be the Tucson market’s only available institutional-quality industrial facility offering trailer parking, a fully concrete truck court, perimeter fencing and controlled access.

Located in one of Tucson’s most active industrial corridors, the property provides convenient access to Tucson International Airport, Interstate 19 and Interstate 10. The location offers direct connectivity to Mexico and major logistics routes serving markets throughout the Western United States.

Valencia Airport Center will be Provident’s third project in Arizona and its first in Tucson, expanding the company’s presence in high-growth industrial markets.

The project is being led by Provident Market Officer Chris Martin and Nemer.

“Valencia Airport Center is an especially meaningful project because of the relationships that helped bring it together,” Nemer said. “Tucson was my home for years, and it is exciting to deliver a best-in-class facility for employers in the community while helping complete one of the best remaining undeveloped sites along the heavily traveled Valencia Road corridor.”

Nemer noted that the sellers had owned the property for approximately two decades and credited the economic development representatives, capital partners, architects, contractors, and other project participants who helped bring the development together.

Provident cited the Tucson region’s population of more than 1 million residents, the University of Arizona’s enrollment of more than 50,000 students and the area’s strong employment base in manufacturing, defense, mining and technology as factors supporting the investment.

The company also reported that Tucson experienced 31.7% income growth between 2019 and 2024, ranking fourth among the peer metropolitan areas included in its analysis.

For additional information, contact Erik Chapman at (520) 867-8899 or Nick Travassos at (520) 867-8438.

Source: RED Comp #12547