Local expertise, national reach

When it comes to retail, more than anything else, people matter. We have expertise across all segments of retail, and our team is intentionally made up of people you want to work with because we serve as an extension of your team and are invested in your success. We care about our clients and believe that collaboration combined with hard work is what achieves winning results.

What we do

We provide a full range of services designed to support retail landlords, tenants, and investors 🡒

Tenant & landlord services
Secure the right tenants and locations to maximize asset value.
We utilize data-driven consumer insights and local knowledge to match locations with our clients’ strategic real estate needs.
Acquisitions, dispositions, and repositioning to maximize value.
With our fully integrated platform, we offer management services and insurance solutions in house, providing a seamless experience.

Our expertise

Consumer habits are always evolving, and retail has found its place in society as people seek out connection in their communities. We have a proven track record of success with both national rollouts and regional concepts, providing full-service support that spans from leasing to day-to-day operations.

Why Franklin Street

When you work with us, you work with a partner who offers:

Full service and fully integrated services

Capital Markets, Insurance, Leasing, and Management work seamlessly together to tailor solutions to our clients.

Agile execution, with no red tape

As a privately held firm, with entrepreneurial spirit and institutional capabilities, we can be responsive to our clients and nimble in our approach.

National reach, local expertise

We offer local intelligence and knowledge backed by data and expertise across the lifecycle of an asset.

Client success stories

Explore how Franklin Street helped a private equity firm reposition a mixed-use portfolio in the Southeast, resulting in a 20% increase in asset value.

Integrated expertise

At Franklin Street, cross-servicing is more than a concept - it’s our competitive advantage. Our integrated platform allows seamless collaboration between our Capital Markets, Insurance, Leasing, and Management teams. This ensures clients receive comprehensive and tailored solutions that create lasting value.

Capital Markets Capital Markets

Capital strategies that move markets

Insurance Services Insurance Services

Commercial real estate experts who specialize in insurance

Leasing Leasing

Creative, nimble, and full service

Management Management

Efficient management services, tailored to your needs

In the news

Beachcomber Beach Resort on St. Pete Beach changes ownership
Beachcomber Beach Resort on St. Pete Beach changes ownership
May 6, 2026
Franklin Street moves into Preston Center to accommodate for future growth
Franklin Street moves into Preston Center to accommodate for future growth
April 23, 2026
Academy Sports set to join Georgia’s largest retail shopping center
Academy Sports set to join Georgia’s largest retail shopping center
April 14, 2026
Hodges Ward Elliott sells waterfront hotel in Bradenton
Hodges Ward Elliott sells waterfront hotel in Bradenton
April 7, 2026
Franklin Street facilitates sale of vacant office property for church relocation in Pflugerville
Franklin Street facilitates sale of vacant office property for church relocation in Pflugerville
April 6, 2026
Franklin Street strengthens multifamily institutional services expertise with new managing director hire
Franklin Street strengthens multifamily institutional services expertise with new managing director hire
March 30, 2026
Hodges Ward Elliott represents Ben Mallah in sale of Four Points Westshore
Hodges Ward Elliott represents Ben Mallah in sale of Four Points Westshore
March 25, 2026
Franklin Street brokers sale of Bison Storage for $3.325 million
Franklin Street brokers sale of Bison Storage for $3.325 million
March 18, 2026
Franklin Street brokers $7.6 million sale of Hampton Cove Shops in Huntsville MSA
Franklin Street brokers $7.6 million sale of Hampton Cove Shops in Huntsville MSA
March 12, 2026
Franklin Street brokers $10.15 million off-market sale of Twin Lakes Villas in Oakland Park
Franklin Street brokers $10.15 million off-market sale of Twin Lakes Villas in Oakland Park
March 9, 2026
Franklin Street Student Housing brokers $24.4 million sale of The Depot near University of Wisconsin campus
Franklin Street Student Housing brokers $24.4 million sale of The Depot near University of Wisconsin campus
March 4, 2026
Franklin Street takes significant growth step in South Florida by opening Miami office
Franklin Street takes significant growth step in South Florida by opening Miami office
March 2, 2026
Franklin Street takes significant growth step in South Florida by opening Miami office
Franklin Street takes significant growth step in South Florida by opening Miami office
March 2, 2026
Franklin Street brokers the sale of Rivergate Mall in Nashville slated for $450 million development
Franklin Street brokers the sale of Rivergate Mall in Nashville slated for $450 million development
February 13, 2026
Franklin Street and Hodges Ward Elliott join forces in major growth move for both firms
Franklin Street and Hodges Ward Elliott join forces in major growth move for both firms
January 12, 2026
Franklin Street helps Bond Street REIT enter Indiana with $27 million in recent acquisitions
Franklin Street helps Bond Street REIT enter Indiana with $27 million in recent acquisitions
December 8, 2025
Franklin Street announces successful sale of 189 acres of vacant land in Bastrop County
Franklin Street announces successful sale of 189 acres of vacant land in Bastrop County
December 2, 2025
Commercial tenants hold balance of power in Austin’s Central Business District
Commercial tenants hold balance of power in Austin’s Central Business District
November 17, 2025
Franklin Street arranges sale of Shoppes at Brantley Hall
Franklin Street arranges sale of Shoppes at Brantley Hall
October 27, 2025
Franklin Street brokers sale of Central Park at East Bay apartments in Pinellas County
Franklin Street brokers sale of Central Park at East Bay apartments in Pinellas County
October 23, 2025

Hear from our clients

Hear directly from our clients.

James R. Berkley
FI Real Estate Capital Management, LLC
My experience with Bronwyn and the team has been top notch. Bronwyn is far more responsive, hungry, competent, and professional than other leasing brokers I’ve worked with. I own 30+ properties now across almost 15 states so I work with…
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Christian Oldenberg
Ash Properties
Ricky and Kaelyn are great to work with. They bring a unique combination of connections, experience, market knowledge and professionalism that makes them one of the top retail teams in Jacksonville.
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Elisha Bateman
South Coast
As a landlord, we have been extremely pleased with the representation Franklin Street has provided. They consistently deliver results that exceed expectations, securing rental rates other firms told us were unattainable—while also attracting highly desirable tenants. Franklin Street has an…
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Blair Butler
90TEN
Franklin Street operates at a top tier level. They take the time to fully understand our projects and ownership objectives, and they always go the extra mile. Their insight into the market and their deep tenant relationships make them an…
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Matt Bakke
United Growth
The Jacksonville team at Franklin Street is our #1 go-to brokerage firm for landlord representation in northern FL. We attribute our success by their professionalism, responsiveness, and market expertise, which is why we continue to work with them year after…
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Natalie Martin
JD Group
Franklin Street consistently exceeds our expectations and sets a high standard for tenant representation brokerages. Their team provides an exceptional level of service, supported by deep market knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and consistent communication. From site selection through store…
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Faust Higgin
Crow Holdings
Ricky and Kaelyn have represented our Jacksonville portfolio for several years and have become great partners and friends. Their knowledge of the market is unmatched, and I know I can rely on their network and experience when vacancies arise!
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David Birdsall
Last Mile Investments
Franklin Street has been an exceptional partner for us in the Atlanta market. Their depth of market knowledge is evident in every recommendation they make—grounded in real data, local nuance, and a clear understanding of tenant demand at the street…
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Taylor N. Gerhardt
FrostPoint Capital
FrostPoint’s partnership with Franklin Street predates the inception of our firm. Long before we became clients, Franklin Street was always available to provide market insight or help facilitate key introductions as we were getting our business off the ground. When…
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George Stanchfield
Thor Equities
Working with Rafael Romero was a game-changer for our property on Fort Lauderdale Beach. He didn’t just fill the space—he brought in top-tier tenants that truly fit the vibe and energy of the location. Thanks to his market insight and…
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James Simpson
Bealls / Burkes Outlet Stores
Franklin Street is more than an advisor; they are a partner based on a foundation of trust. As we expand into markets across the southeast, they go the extra mile to provide the best service with our goals at the…
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Belinda Avera
Great Clips
Franklin Street provides me with reporting and my administrative packages that are far above and beyond anything that I’ve received in any of my markets and the consistency is always there. I can count on the information to be precise…
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Derek Luedtke
Dollar Tree Stores, Inc.
I found that the whole company is a great company as far as putting out their packages, getting us information we need, site knowledge, market knowledge, negotiation skills. Just the complete package.
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Jake Radeski
Shake Shack
Franklin Street is a key partner in Shake Shack’s growth. Their robust data platform, deep market knowledge, and thoughtful deliverables make their development strategies truly best-in-class. The team is relentless in helping us expand the right way and treats our…
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Dean Lambert
Goldman Sachs
While working with Rafael Romero and a 3rd party management team on The Meadows and Plaza Alegre shopping centers, I was thoroughly impressed by the team’s exceptional collaboration. Their combined efforts have ensured our plazas are thriving, well-leased retail destinations.…
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