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Transwestern Increases Tenancy 32% in Pre-Closing Leases

September 10, 2026


PHILADELPHIA – Transwestern announces it represented D & R Construction, Inc. in its acquisition of 220 Commerce Drive, a four-story, 46,657-square-foot office property in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Transwestern’s Brian Bernetich and Joe Viturello represented the buyer, while JLL represented the seller, Brookwood Financial Partners LLC. The property sold for an undisclosed price.

While the property was under contract, D & R retained Transwestern to lead leasing efforts at 220 Commerce Drive. Prior to closing, Bernetich and Viturello secured 13,500 square feet of new leases, increasing occupancy from 54% to 86%.

“Transwestern’s strategic leasing program enabled the buyer to capture immediate upside and accelerate lease-up momentum,” said Bernetich, an Associate at Transwestern. “We look forward to partnering with ownership to further strengthen the property’s occupancy and overall investment profile, while offering the business community a high-quality, well-located office environment.”

220 Commerce Drive is minutes from I-276 (The PA Turnpike), along the Route 309 corridor, providing exceptional access to dining, shopping and entertainment. The property offers full and partial buildout opportunities, flexible floorplates, and parking for over 200 vehicles. Notable tenants include Nyman Associates, Liberty Mutual, and Whiting Turner Contracting.

About D & R Construction, Inc.
Since inception, D & R Construction, Inc. has established itself as a successful and reputable client-oriented, full-service commercial construction firm. With a diverse list of clients across Philadelphia and its surrounding suburban markets, they specialize in completing comprehensive commercial, retail, and institutional projects. Built on the belief that cooperation is the key to project success and client satisfaction, they spent more than 30 years working collaboratively to ensure a positive experience on every project for every client. By combining their in-house expertise and decades of experience in the construction and development communities with a demonstrated approach to building lasting relationships, the D & R team consistently delivers above the project goals and client expectations.

About Transwestern
Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. We own, lease and operate $64 billion1in assets. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, sports & entertainment, and life sciences.Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance.Learn more at transwestern.com.

1Includes all Transwestern enterprise assets and its RAUM as of April 1, 2026

Media Contact:
Jaime Luckey
(678) 521.3474
jaime@luckeycomms.com
twmediarelations@transwestern.com

Brian Bernetich

Associate

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

(215) 825-1500

Joseph Viturello

Managing Director

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

(215) 825-1504

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