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📬 In today’s edition:

• Cleveland Real Estate Market Update

• Cleveland Sports Venues Seek State Funding

• Lakefront Development Potential

📰 Cleveland Market Minute

Real Estate Market Update: February 2026

January’s numbers tell an important story across Northeast Ohio: active listings are up year-over-year, but closed sales came in at the lowest January we’ve seen in the past decade.

In other words, more homes are coming to market — yet many buyers seem to be taking a wait-and-see approach.

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Cleveland sports venues seek $125M from state

The Cleveland Guardians Major League Baseball team is seeking $64,795,282 for Progressive Field.

The Cleveland Cavaliers National Basketball Association team wants $40,308,811 for Rocket Arena.

And the Cleveland Soccer Group is in the running for $19.9 million to build a new soccer stadium, according to the Statehouse News Bureau.

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Nosan, CRESCO expand real estate reach

A local real estate developer who has been involved in multiple, well-known projects is going to be getting busier after getting hired as a vice president of Independence

Based brokerage and analytics firm Cushman & Wakefield – CRESCO Real Estate.

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💡 Insider’s Insight

The Cleveland real estate market continues to be dynamic, influenced by a mix of evolving trends and external factors.

Lakefront Development and Burke Lakefront Airport:

Cleveland is at a pivotal moment with the potential decommissioning of Burke Lakefront Airport. This 450-acre plot of prime lakefront real estate has sparked conversations about its future use. While the airport's closure is not finalized, there’s a chance to reshape this space into something transformative.

A recent survey conducted by the North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation aims to collect public opinions on how best to utilize this valuable land. Whether for commercial development, green spaces, or mixed-use projects, this could be a game-changer for Cleveland’s urban waterfront. As city planners await City Council approval, investors should keep an eye on the development of this project as it progresses.

Mortgage Rate Decline:

The recent dip in mortgage rates below the 6% mark for the first time in over three years is creating favorable conditions for homebuyers. This shift could lead to an increase in demand for homes as we enter the crucial spring home-buying season. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate now stands at 5.98%, which could stimulate housing sales and even influence potential investors looking for opportunities in residential properties.

📣 Weekly Wrap-Up

Weekly Wrap-Up:

Cleveland's real estate market faces mixed signals, with more properties entering the market but low closed sales for January. Meanwhile, the local sports community is vying for state support for significant venue upgrades, including a new soccer stadium.

On the development front, the potential reimagining of Burke Lakefront Airport’s 450 acres has sparked anticipation, with the city awaiting public input on future uses.

Additionally, a dip in mortgage rates below 6% is creating a more favorable environment for homebuyers, setting the stage for an active spring season in real estate.

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Cleveland Real Estate Investors

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