Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Partner for Real Estate Investment Solutions
Unico Properties has been a trusted leader in private real estate for nearly seven decades. Founded in 1953, we specialize in investment, development, management, and sustainability services across emerging U.S. markets. Our vertically integrated platform enables expertise in acquisitions, leasing, repositioning, and sustainable operations. With over 300 employees and a portfolio of 17.7 million square feet, we deliver dynamic returns through value-add opportunities. Our team combines local market knowledge with institutional-grade execution to maximize asset performance. We prioritize sustainability in every phase, achieving green certifications and innovative environmental solutions.Unico's 70-year legacy includes transformative projects like Seattle's Rainier Tower and Denver's Circa Building. We maintain long-term partnerships with institutional and private investors, focusing on office, multifamily, and mixed-use properties. Our consistent deal-sourcing network secures both on- and off-market opportunities. With deep roots in Seattle and nationwide reach, we combine generational experience with forward-thinking strategies to generate exceptional risk-adjusted returns.
Services
Investment Services
Development
Property Management
Sustainability
Acquisitions
Asset Management
Tenant Services
Leasing
Repositioning
Sustainable Operations
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We have raised over 55 investment vehicles totaling $3.3B in equity
- Our team combines 70 years of industry experience with local market expertise
- We maintain a 17.7 million square foot portfolio across six key U.S. markets
- We implement sustainability practices in 100% of our properties
- Our vertically integrated platform delivers full lifecycle real estate management
Associations and certifications
- LEED Gold
Services
Investment Services
Unico Properties provides comprehensive real estate investment services through various vehicles, including institutional funds and private equity partnerships. We specialize in identifying value-add opportunities across emerging U.S. markets. Our team combines generational experience with data-driven decision-making to deliver exceptional risk-adjusted returns for investors.
Development Services
We offer full-cycle development services from concept to completion, focusing on office, multifamily, and mixed-use properties. Our expertise spans ground-up construction, adaptive reuse, and historic renovations. With over 500 million square feet developed, we create innovative spaces that meet market demands while maximizing investment returns.
Property Management
Our property management services include day-to-day operations, capital improvements, and tenant relations for commercial properties. We leverage our local market expertise and proprietary systems to optimize asset performance and occupancy rates. Our track record includes managing 17.7 million square feet of diverse real estate assets nationwide.
Sustainability Services
We integrate sustainability throughout the property lifecycle, achieving LEED certifications and implementing energy-efficient solutions. Our services include green building design, renewable energy investments, and eco-conscious operations. This approach enhances property value while reducing environmental impact across our nationwide portfolio.
Tenant Services
Unico delivers tailored tenant experience programs including amenity design, property marketing, and lease management. We create vibrant spaces that attract and retain tenants through thoughtful placemaking and modern workplace solutions. Our approach combines local market insights with institutional-grade service standards to maximize tenant satisfaction and retention.
Questions
What real estate services does Unico Properties offer?
Unico provides comprehensive real estate services including investment management, property development, asset management, leasing, and sustainability consulting for office, multifamily, and mixed-use properties.
How long has Unico been in business?
We've operated as a private real estate firm since our founding in 1953, maintaining continuous ownership under founding families' descendants.
In which markets does Unico operate?
We focus on major U.S. emerging markets including Seattle, Portland, Denver, Austin, Salt Lake City, and Nashville.
What sustainability initiatives does Unico implement?
We incorporate green building certifications, solar investments, energy-efficient technologies, and sustainable operations across our 17.7 million square foot portfolio.
How can investors work with Unico?
We offer investment opportunities through various vehicles from core-plus to opportunistic funds, with a history of raising over 55 investment vehicles.
What makes Unico different from other real estate firms?
We combine 70 years of experience with local market expertise and a vertically integrated platform to deliver unique value-add strategies and sustainable development solutions.
