Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Real Estate Solutions
Founded in 1990, our company has built a reputation for excellence in commercial real estate through unwavering integrity and client-centric service. With over three decades of experience in Lancaster County, we specialize in commercial sales and leasing, prioritizing transparent transactions that align with clients' best interests. Our team combines deep local market knowledge with continuous professional development to deliver data-driven strategies for property success. We maintain long-term client relationships through loyalty and results-oriented solutions, avoiding traditional advertising in favor of organic growth via referrals.Our expertise spans retail, restaurant, office, industrial, and investment properties, supported by a full-service approach that includes marketing, negotiation, and transaction management. Our leadership team brings generational continuity, with Corinn Kirchner and Tracy Horst representing two decades of collaborative expertise. We emphasize community involvement and technological innovation while maintaining a hyper-local focus on Lancaster County's unique business landscape.
Services
Commercial Sales
Commercial Leasing
Retail Properties
Office Spaces
Industrial Real Estate
Investment Properties
Restaurant Spaces
Property Marketing
Tenant Representation
Market Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized commercial real estate experience in Lancaster County
- Our team maintains deep local market knowledge and community connections
- We implement data-driven strategies for property valuation and marketing
- Client loyalty is demonstrated through 90% repeat business and referrals
- We provide full-service support including transaction negotiation and management
Services
Commercial Sales
Our commercial sales specialists leverage 30+ years of local market expertise to maximize property value through strategic pricing and targeted marketing. We handle all transaction aspects from valuation to closing, ensuring smooth transfers while maintaining compliance with current regulations. Our data-driven approach combines historical market analysis with real-time trends to secure optimal outcomes for sellers and buyers.
Commercial Leasing
We provide comprehensive leasing solutions for office, retail, and industrial spaces, matching property owners with qualified tenants. Our services include market analysis, lease structuring, and negotiation support to ensure mutually beneficial agreements. With deep understanding of Lancaster County's business environment, we create leasing strategies that maximize occupancy rates and long-term value.
Retail Properties
Our retail property specialists focus on maximizing visibility and foot traffic for commercial spaces. We implement tailored marketing campaigns that highlight unique property features to attract retailers and restaurateurs. Through strategic positioning and market analysis, we help clients optimize lease terms and sales opportunities in Lancaster County's competitive retail environment.
Office Spaces
We specialize in office property transactions, understanding the specific requirements of modern workspaces. Our team provides detailed market analysis to determine optimal pricing and creates targeted marketing strategies that highlight property advantages. We assist both landlords seeking quality tenants and businesses looking for ideal office locations in Lancaster County's commercial market.
Industrial Real Estate
Our industrial real estate services focus on maximizing property value through strategic positioning and market analysis. We understand the unique requirements of logistics and manufacturing facilities, leveraging our local expertise to connect property owners with qualified buyers or tenants. Our approach emphasizes property strengths while addressing current market demands in Lancaster County's industrial sector.
People
Corinn Kirchner
Broker of Record & Vice President
With 15+ years of experience, Corinn specializes in commercial property transactions. She combines strategic thinking with market expertise to deliver results for clients while maintaining active roles in professional and community organizations.
Tracy Horst
Associate Broker & President
Founder with 30+ years in Lancaster's real estate market. Tracy established PPM Real Estate and continues to lead with integrity, leveraging deep community connections and market knowledge to benefit clients.
Alex Ebert
Licensed Agent
Licensed agent since 2017 with expertise in commercial transactions. Active in local real estate councils, Alex focuses on helping businesses find optimal locations while contributing to community development initiatives.
Kaley Miller
Licensed Agent
18-year industry veteran with dual licensing in Florida and Pennsylvania. Kaley specializes in commercial property transactions and development projects, bringing diverse market experience from both coasts to Lancaster County clients.
Shade Foreman
Marketing Specialist
Marketing expert with focus on property presentation and client relations. Shade ensures professional marketing materials that highlight each property's unique features while maintaining exceptional client service standards.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We specialize in commercial sales and leasing for office, retail, industrial, restaurant, and investment properties throughout Lancaster County, PA.
How long have you operated in Lancaster County?
Our team has served Lancaster County's commercial real estate market for over 30 years with continuous operations since 1990.
What areas do you cover?
While our primary focus is Lancaster County, PA, we also handle select transactions in surrounding regions through strategic partnerships.
How do you determine property value?
We use comprehensive market analysis combining historical data, current trends, and property-specific factors to establish accurate valuations.
What makes your approach unique?
Our hyper-local focus and generational continuity provide unmatched market insight, supported by data-driven strategies and personal service.
How do you market properties?
We implement targeted marketing campaigns that highlight property strengths through professional photography, digital marketing, and industry networking.
Reviews (6)
Mike Rohm
Nov 04, 2021
Report
Tracy, Corinn, and the team have an unmatched willingness to serve their clients and strive to provide value in anyway they can. Theyre also very active in the community and give back whenever possible. Highly recommend!
Christine Whalen
Jul 07, 2021
Report
Here I am two years later and am working with Corinn again. Her expertise, and knowledge of the real estate market are priceless. She is authentic and committed. I put all my trust in her and PPM and they have exceeded my expectations.
Tracy and Corinn have been amazing to work with. They are thorough and professional and extremely helpful. They gave me their fullest attention as if I were their only client. I would recommend to them anyone.
Tracy and Corinn have been amazing to work with. They are thorough and professional and extremely helpful. They gave me their fullest attention as if I were their only client. I would recommend to them anyone.
Andrea Anderson
Nov 14, 2019
Report
Corrine was very helpful, answered all my questions, and offered some great suggestions. I love working with fellow small business owners and appreciated her insight!
John Ladner
Nov 24, 2018
Report
Corinne and Tracy from PPM were as spectacular as the wonderful property i came from California to look at in Lancaster . I mean it ! They are both truly sophisticated, intelligent and thoughtful real estate professionals. The high level of their skills is matched by their honesty, knowledge and energy. They were very helpful in touring and understanding a very unique property and very generous in their time introducing me to Lancaster.
Patti Shatto-Young
Oct 16, 2017
Report
We at River Rock Academy have had such a wonderful experience with Tracy and Corinn! They worked with us for over 2 years helping us find the perfect location in Lancaster County. Their professionalism and their business contacts were unmatched and helped us navigate through the process of bringing our services to Lancaster County! Thank you both so much for all the hard work and dedication!
Susan & Jenn Lilly
Oct 22, 2016
Report
Tracy and Corinn went out of their way to make sure that Arch Street Center found the perfect new home. They were sensitive to our needs, they know our community very well, and found us the perfect place.
