AAR Corp Leases 90K SF Office At Merchandise Mart In Chicago From Vornado Realty Trust
321 North Clark Street
Building Size
90,000 SF
Asset Type
Office
Closing
Oct 30, 2025
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The asset involved in this transaction is an office space located at 321 North Clark Street in Chicago. The total square footage of the property is 90,000. The leasing transaction marks a significant development as AAR Corp. relocates from a smaller office to this new location within the Merchandise Mart.
Summary of transaction details:
- Property Type: Office
- Transaction Amount: Not disclosed
- Address: 321 North Clark Street
- Market: Chicago
- Landlord: Steven Roth - Vornado Realty Trust
- Tenant: John M. Holmes - AAR Corp.
- Brokers: Andrea Saewitz, Wendy Katz & Ben Cleveland - Stream Realty Partners
- Total SF: 90,000
This lease deal was facilitated by Stream Realty Partners representing Vornado Realty Trust. The agreement signifies a major expansion for AAR Corp. and contributes to the leasing activity at the Merchandise Mart, which has recently undergone a $40 million renovation, achieving an occupancy rate of 84%.
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Purchase Price
Annual NOI
Loan Amount
Interest Rate (%)
Loan Term (yrs)
Down Payment (%)
Cap Rate
5.80%
Cash-on-Cash
-1.66%
Monthly Payment
$14,164
Annual Debt Svc
$169,964
Annual Cash Flow
$-11,334
DSCR
0.93