Research
Providing Clients With Unique Knowledge of the Marketplace and Industry Developments
Our 2026 Annual Report is Here!
At Cressy Commercial Real Estate, informed decisions begin with reliable data. Our Research page serves as a centralized resource for regional market insights, economic trends, and industry analysis that help investors, businesses, and community partners better understand the markets we serve.
Here you’ll find current regional statistics, demographic and economic indicators, and in-depth reporting designed to provide clarity in an evolving commercial real estate landscape. From annual market reports to specialized trend analyses, our research reflects both quantitative data and the local expertise gained through decades of active market participation.
Our goal is simple: to transform information into actionable insight. Whether you are evaluating an investment opportunity, planning expansion, or tracking market performance, these resources are designed to support confident, well-informed decisions.
Explore our latest reports, review key regional metrics, and stay connected to the trends shaping our communities and commercial real estate markets.
Contact us today for a hard copy of our Annual Report or to discuss a valuation of your property.
Property Services
How Our Thorough Research Helps You Find, Sell, or Lease Property
Consulting Services
Our professionals utilize data and statistics from our proprietary database, with over 40,000 commercial properties and comps, to offer numerous consulting options for our clients.
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We conduct general commercial real estate transaction services including sales, leasing, sale leasebacks, site selection and acquisition for office, industrial, medical, land, investment and retail properties through our virtual sales transaction portal.
Learn moreBusiness Brokerage
While many business owners look to sell their physical property, our experienced Business Brokers can assist with selling the business within the physical property.
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With interest rates rising, businesses are eager to access capital. You can choose traditional debt financing or you can consider a more innovative option, such as a sale leaseback transaction.
Learn moreBuyer/Tenant Representation
With a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence, we offer unparalleled service to clients seeking to purchase or lease commercial real estate.
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Our experience can provide reassurance that we understand the market dynamics, legal requirements, and negotiation strategies necessary to achieve favorable outcomes for their clients.
Learn moreAnnual Reports
Market activity, news, stats and predictions for the commercial real estate industry in Northern and Central Indiana and Southwestern Michigan.
2026 Forecast, 2025 Stats & Facts 2025 Forecast, 2024 Stats & Facts 2024 Forecast, 2023 Stats & Facts 2023 Forecast, 2022 Stats & Facts 2022 Forecast, 2021 Stats & Facts 2021 Forecast, 2020 Stats & FactsWhite Papers
A collection of commercial real estate insights to help you drive your business forward.
Millions of Jobs Remain Unfilled Multi-Family Commercial Real EstateWhite Papers
A collection of commercial real estate insights to help you drive your business forward.
Millions of Jobs Remain Unfilled Multi-Family Commercial Real EstateMarket Trend Reports
Up-to-date quarterly reports on vacancy, inventory, construction and lease rates for the office and industrial sectors in St. Joseph County, Elkhart County and Indianapolis market.
1st Quarter 2025 3rd Quarter 2024 2nd Quarter 2024 1st Quarter 2024 4th Quarter 2023 4th Quarter 2022 3rd Quarter 2022 2nd Quarter 2022As the regional market experts, we have an obligation to our clients to ensure they make disciplined and wise investments. As a company with a sense of corporate social responsibility, we feel compelled to share insights with the greater community.
Chris Fielding, CEO
Regional Statistics
| 2025 | Elkhart County, IN | Indianapolis, IN MSA | LaPorte County, IN | St Joseph County, IN | SW Michigan* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 208,100 | 2.18M | 111,689 | 274,567 | 266,273 |
| Median Age | 34.8 | 36.1 | 40.3 | 33.7 | 41.8 |
| Households | 75,772 | 865,632 | 44,225 | 109,083 | 109,897 |
| Average HH Income | $93,948 | $115,820 | $95,594 | $96,777 | $94,649 |
| Monthly HH Expenditure | $7,858 | $8,749 | $7,829 | $7,398 | $7,708 |
| Median Home Value | $217,222 | $281,304 | $202,346 | $200,260 | $206,881 |
| Total Businesses | 8,382 | 102,171 | 4,061 | 10,915 | 7,461 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | 2.8% | 3.0% | 3.9% | 3.8% |
*Includes Berrien, Cass, and St. Joseph Counties
