Business Details
Your Trusted Twin Cities Commercial Real Estate Partner
Metro East Commercial Real Estate is a full-service commercial real estate firm with over 30 years of experience serving the Twin Cities metro area and western Wisconsin. Our team of experts provides comprehensive services including sales, leasing, property management, consulting, and land development, tailored to meet clients unique needs. We prioritize long-term relationships, market expertise, and innovative solutions to maximize value for commercial real estate assets.With a focus on personalized service and local market knowledge, we deliver results-driven strategies for office, retail, medical, industrial, and land properties. Our leadership team combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to transparency, client satisfaction, and ethical business practices.
Services
Commercial Real Estate Sales
Commercial Real Estate Leasing
Property Management
Real Estate Consulting
Land Development
Tenant Representation
Office Space Leasing
Retail Property Sales
Commercial Land Development
Industrial Real Estate
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of Twin Cities and Western Wisconsin commercial real estate expertise
- Our full-service model covers sales, leasing, property management, and land development
- Experienced team provides tailored strategies for office, retail, medical, and industrial properties
- Proven track record in managing over 1,200 acres of land development projects
- Commitment to personalized service and local market knowledge
What people say
Vast knowledge and experience
Best Commercial Real Estate Services
Successfully navigated complex deals
Exceptional professional services
Highly recommend for real estate projects
Services
Commercial Real Estate Sales
We provide market research and sales strategy development for commercial properties. Our team helps clients position assets for successful transactions through comprehensive market analysis and targeted marketing. With decades of experience in office, retail, medical, and industrial sectors, we deliver optimal sale outcomes.
Commercial Real Estate Leasing
Our leasing specialists develop customized strategies to match clients' business needs with appropriate commercial spaces. We negotiate favorable lease terms while managing the full leasing process from site selection to contract execution across all property types in our service area.
Property Management
We offer comprehensive property management solutions including day-to-day operations, maintenance coordination, tenant relations, financial reporting, and lease administration. Our focus is maximizing asset value through efficient management while maintaining tenant satisfaction and regulatory compliance.
Real Estate Consulting
Our consulting services provide strategic guidance for commercial real estate decisions. We analyze market conditions, assess investment opportunities, and develop customized solutions based on clients' specific goals and the local market dynamics in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Land Development
Led by Principal Jon Whitcomb, our land development team manages projects from site analysis through construction. We handle zoning, financing, design, and project execution for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
People
Jon Whitcomb
Principal / Broker
Jon leads Metro East Commercial Real Estate with 30+ years of experience specializing in Twin Cities and western Wisconsin commercial real estate. He focuses on sales, leasing, and land development with a proven track record in complex transactions.
Ann Whitcomb
Vice President and Controller
Ann manages financial operations with expertise in commercial real estate accounting and property management. Her experience ensures accurate financial reporting and effective control systems for Metro East's clients.
Scott Kragness
Senior Sales Executive
Scott specializes in commercial real estate sales and leasing with extensive local market knowledge. He represents clients in office, retail, and industrial property transactions across the Twin Cities area.
Candace Kampa
Property Manager & Leasing Associate
Candace oversees property management operations and tenant relations. She coordinates maintenance, handles lease administration, and ensures efficient day-to-day management of commercial properties for Metro East clients.
Questions
What Twin Cities areas do you specialize in?
We focus on commercial real estate opportunities throughout the Twin Cities metro area including Stillwater, Maplewood, and Saint Paul.
What property types do you handle?
Our expertise covers office, retail, medical, industrial, manufacturing, creative spaces, and land properties across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
How does your property management service work?
We offer comprehensive property management including maintenance coordination, tenant communications, lease administration, and financial reporting tailored to commercial assets.
What commercial land development experience do you have?
Our team has developed over 1,200 acres in eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.
How do you help clients with real estate consulting?
We provide strategic guidance on market conditions, investment opportunities, and tailored real estate solutions based on 30+ years of local expertise.
What makes Metro East different from other firms?
We combine 30+ years of local market knowledge with full-service capabilities and personalized attention for each client relationship.
Reviews (2)
Jonathan Lindstrom
May 09, 2019
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Simply the best Commercial Real Estate Services in the East Metro. Jon Whitcomb consistently provides excellent professional services along with his vast knowledge and experience of the local market. Additionally, Jon's diligence and innate ability to consummate a real estate transaction is a rare and unique combination.
Dan Stoudt
Dec 03, 2017
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I have worked with Jon on several occasions. His experience proved invaluable while he navigated the many moving parts of our last deal. I would recommend Jon and metro east for anything involving commercial real estate!
