Focus Estate Fund has acquired three shopping centers in Poland. The assets' total Gross Leasable Area (GLA) is approximately 46,000 sqm. The value of the transaction has not been disclosed.
In the first quarter of 2025, Focus Estate Fund successfully acquired three shopping centres in Poland: Sosnowiec Plaza, Ruda Śląska Plaza and Rybnik Plaza. The transaction was completed with legal support from CG, financial advisory from KKLW, and technical due diligence conducted by Gleeds.
The acquired shopping centres are located in key urban areas surrounding Katowice, offering a diverse mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options. The assets feature a strong tenant mix, including major brands like Carrefour, Stokrotka, H&M, CCC, Sephora, Rossmann, and Reserved, and provide essential services to their respective regions. They have strong catchment areas, with access to up to 2.6 million inhabitants within a 40-minute drive.
Maxim Shkolnick, General Partner of Focus Estate Fund said: „This acquisition reflects our confidence in the Polish retail market and our commitment to the value-added approach through strategic asset management. We focus on acquiring non-prime value-added convenience retail and transforming it into dynamic and vibrant community hubs that align with the evolving retail landscape. We see huge potential in Central and Eastern Europe and are committed to creating sustainable, purpose-driven spaces that resonate with both tenants and consumers. By integrating wellness, health, community services, and lifestyle-driven experiences, while prioritizing ESG principles such as energy efficiency, we unlock additional value throughout our assets, ensuring they remain relevant and attractive in an ever-changing market.”
