SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Pyramid Management Group of Syracuse, which operates Destiny USA, on Monday said it has secured a new five-year, $193 million CMBS loan package for Crossgates Mall in Albany.
In addition, Pyramid recently closed on a $13.8 million CMBS (commercial mortgage-backed security) loan for its adjacent property, Crossgates Commons, which is home to the largest Walmart Supercenter in the U.S., The Home Depot, Michael’s, Urban Air, TJ Maxx, Planet Fitness, and Panera Bread.
Pyramid describes itself as one of the largest, privately held shopping-center developers in the Northeast.
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The new Crossgates Mall loan will allow Pyramid to continue to reinvest in the property and “ensure its vitality, vibrancy, and sustained success” in New York’s Capital Region, per its announcement.
“Crossgates Mall continues to demonstrate exceptional strength and resilience, maintaining 90% occupancy and generating $636 in sales per square foot.” Stephen Congel, CEO of Pyramid Management Group, said in the announcement. “Our continued focus on strategic innovation and enhancing the overall guest experience has enabled us to successfully secure new, long-term financing for this property. We are committed to building on this momentum in the years to come and remain focused on sustaining the vitality, competitiveness, and market leadership of Crossgates Mall. In the months ahead, we anticipate announcing additional retail, dining, and entertainment offerings that will further strengthen the property’s position in the region.”
Pyramid describes Crossgates Mall and Crossgates Commons as “significant employment drivers” in the Capital Region, with nearly 3,000 people employed by Pyramid and its tenants.
