FOR LEASE: Merriweather Row, A Better Office Ecosystem In Columbia, Maryland
Welcome to Merriweather Row, the collection of seven newly renovated office buildings ideally situated overlooking Merriweather Post Pavilion in the heart of Maryland’s second-largest city, Columbia.
Merriweather Row includes seven office buildings: 10400, 10420, 10440, 10480, 10490 and 10500 Little Patuxent Parkway, plus 11000 Broken Land Parkway.
In 2023, Howard Hughes completed a $10M renovation delivering a refreshed amenity set that aligns with the needs of today's workers. This includes new fitness centers, tenant lounges, yoga studios, bike storage and an interconnected pathway that complements the 100 miles of paths already in and around Columbia. Tenants also enjoy more than 20 restaurants and a destination Whole Foods — all within an easy walk. With this renovation, Merriweather Row delivers on what employees are looking for, providing a vibrant environment in and outside the office.
Merriweather Row is an integral part of the thriving business ecosystem Howard Hughes Holdings has created in Columbia. The master plan for the city encompasses a 30-year, $5B initiative to deliver on the vision of the city founder, James Rouse, for Columbia to be a “city in the garden.”
Columbia consistently ranks as one of the top places to live and work in the U.S. The city ranked as the No. 1 safest city in the country from 2018 to 2022, the No. 1 best city for women, among the top five U.S. cities to raise a family and No. 1 in best cities for jobs in 2022, according to several reports from WalletHub.
ABOUT THE ASSET |
Office tenants in today’s market are searching for buildings that offer flexibility and thoughtful amenities in an activated, amenitized environment. The renovation at Merriweather Row addresses these needs and seeks to provide a better office experience for businesses and their employees at Merriweather Row.
The buildings all boast new lobbies and better connections to amenities throughout the collection. The Merriweather District and the Lakefront are all within a short walk. With award-winning amenities like coworking spaces, bike rooms, restaurants, a golf simulator and countless retail and restaurant options within walking distance, team members can work well and stay well at Merriweather Row. One of Merriweather Row’s most unique amenities, the 100-plus miles of tree-lined walking and biking trails, is also easily accessible.
This year, Merriweather Row has seen robust leasing activity catalyzed by Howard Hughes’ top-of-the-line renovations. New tenants include New York-based medical screening and early detection firm Polymedco, which selected Merriweather Row as its first office outside of New York City, a testament to the appeal of Downtown Columbia’s premier office district.
Polymedco is joined by award-winning, women-owned IT solutions company Apex IT and design firm Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. The unique offerings at Merriweather Row are driving renewals and expansions, including with construction firm Harkins Builders, which will be staying in its nearly 30K SF space for another 10 years.
ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD |
Merriweather Row offers tenants convenience, culture, dining options and space to work and play.
There are more than 20 popular restaurants in walking distance of Merriweather Row, such as Banditos, Peter Chang and Busboys and Poets. The Food Market and Vacation & Chill, two popular local dining spots, are located in Merriweather Row. Tenants have no trouble finding a cuisine that suits their preferences.
Tenants also benefit from the food options at the Lakefront and The Columbia Mall, providing ample options for a quick lunch break, grabbing some groceries at Whole Foods or after-hours celebrations at one of the many restaurants nearby.
In addition to these culinary hot spots, there are more than 800 new apartments between two new residential buildings, Juniper and Marlow, right in the heart of the Merriweather District as well as the apartment buildings at Ten M Flats and Metropolitan — all steps from Merriweather Row.
Merriweather Post Pavilion, named one of the nation’s top amphitheaters, sits across the street from Merriweather Row and remains one of the region's top attractions. The venue hosts dozens of concerts annually, with this year's lineup including Hootie & The Blowfish, Alanis Morissette, Dierks Bentley, Maggie Rogers, Anderson .Paak and Imagine Dragons.
Columbia is home to 107,000 people and is only about 20 miles from Baltimore and 30 miles from Washington, D.C. — making it ideally situated for large corporations, start-ups and businesses of all shapes and sizes. Important industries in the city include healthcare and scientific and educational services. While it benefits from its proximity to these major cities, Howard Hughes has created a unique ecosystem in Columbia, providing an ideal experience for all who live and work there to enjoy without having to leave.
The Greater Baltimore Region, of which Columbia is a part, ranked among 31 tech hub designations in the U.S. last year being considered for federal funding to encourage technological innovation and economic growth. This is poised to transform the region into a highly desired location for federal investment to build tech ecosystems at the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS |
- Buildings range from 91,208 SF to 168,647 SF
- Large, open floor plates
- Lobbies newly renovated in 2023
- Ample, free surface and garage-covered parking
- EV charging stations
- Coworking spaces and expansive new tenant lounges
- Outdoor plaza areas
- New fitness centers, studio spaces
- All buildings are BOMA 360 Certified
- Array of food and beverage options
- Within walking distance to countless restaurants and entertainment options at Merriweather District, the Lakefront and The Columbia Mall
- Proximity to world-class entertainment venue Merriweather Post Pavilion
- Ideal location in the heart of Downtown Columbia – walkable to all the amenities in downtown
- 100-plus miles of outdoor walking and biking trails
BROKER CONTACTS |
Pat Crilley, (301) 787-7730 or pat.crilley@cushwake.com
Matt Melnick, (410) 913-1784 or matthew.melnick@cushwake.com
Rich Thomas, CCIM, (410) 591-3881 or richard.thomas@cushwake.com
For available space listings, see here.
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