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Medical Office Buildings Have Remained Strong Through It All

As was predicted, albeit with some caution, medical office buildings (MOBs) have held up very well from as an investment and property type since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This statement comes not just from an anecdotal point of view, but from one of statistics and data.

During the Healthcare Virtual Conference 2020 sponsored and webcast Sept. 24 by Seattle-based Colliers International, Mike Hargrave, principal with healthcare real estate (HRE) research and data firm Revista, provided the most recent data concerning the health of the MOB product type. Mr. Hargrave provided the virtual audience with a lot to chew on during the “Revista Lunch and Learn” presentation.

 

Source: HREI

 

Five Fast Facts: A Quick Shot Of Healthcare Trends

Cushman & Wakefield’s Healthcare Advisory Practice presents five trends related to medical office investment. From sale activity to leasing and absorption to GDP spending, this growing sector plays a significant role in the country’s economy.

The trend toward lower cost outpatient care and an aging MOB inventory are fueling everything from a rise in Urgent Care centers to growth in medical office rents to consistent construction output. The sector continues to look strong through the end of 2019. See below for Cushman & Wakefield‘s summary of Q3 medical office trends.

Source: HREI