East Bay · Berkeley · Oakland · Emeryville
East Bay · Berkeley · Oakland · Emeryville
Why Work With Me
"I don't cover the whole Bay Area from a high-rise in San Francisco. I'm in the East Bay every day — and that makes all the difference."
Neil Cowperthwaite and his team track every available space, lease comparable, and ownership change across 38 million square feet of East Bay commercial inventory daily. That depth of local knowledge gives their clients a genuine edge — whether they're a startup signing their first office lease, an established business restructuring at renewal, a landlord navigating elevated vacancy, or an investor looking to acquire a quality Class B asset before pricing tightens. Neil combines the resources and reach of one of North America's largest commercial real estate firms with the personal attention of someone who treats every deal like their own.
📞 510.903.7603
✉ ncowperthwaite@lee-associates.com
📍 555 12th Street, Suite 1725 · Oakland, CA 94607
🪪 DRE# 01912683
How I Can Help
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I manage the entire leasing process on your behalf — from market survey through signed lease — at no cost to you in most transactions.
At no cost in most transactions
In most commercial lease transactions, tenant representation is paid by the landlord.
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Strategic leasing and marketing expertise to maximize your occupancy, achieve competitive rents, and increase the value of your asset.
Current market conditions
The East Bay presents real opportunities for landlords who position their assets correctly with targeted outreach and honest market intelligence.
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Buyer and seller representation for income-producing commercial properties. Class B & C office and flex buildings, 5,000–200,000 SF, with full valuation and transaction management.
The East Bay opportunity
Distressed assets are moving through the market. Investors who act now can acquire quality properties at favorable pricing.
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Whether you're an investor or a business ready to own your building, I provide the market intelligence and negotiation expertise to make every acquisition strategically sound.
SBA financing available
As little as 10% down for qualifying owner-users. Every mortgage payment builds equity instead of going to a landlord.
Core Markets
Downtown Berkeley, University Avenue, West Berkeley industrial zone. UC Berkeley, LBNL, and a mission-driven tenant base unlike any other in the East Bay.
CBD, Uptown, Jack London Square, Temescal, and Airport Market. Exceptional value versus San Francisco with strong BART access and a resilient professional tenant base.
Powell Street, Hollis Corridor, Park Avenue District, and the Emeryville Public Market. Biotech, life sciences, and tech at competitive rents near Berkeley's innovation ecosystem.
Park Street corridor and the former Naval Air Station. A distinct island community with strong small business demand and emerging creative office space.
Davis Street corridor, Marina Business Park, and the I-880 industrial belt. Value-priced flex and industrial space with excellent freeway access south of Oakland.
Track Record
The Franklin Building
1624 Franklin St, Oakland CA
Landlord Representation
Artthaus Studios
2744 E. 11th St, Oakland CA
Landlord Representation
47823 Westinghouse Drive
Fremont CA
Investment Sale
Who I Work With
Startups & Early-Stage Companies
Established Businesses
Healthcare Tenants
Non-Profit Organizations
Investors
Businesses Ready to Own
Property Owners & Landlords
Public Institutions
Schools & Educational Organizations
Start Here
A free consultation is where every great deal starts. No pressure, no pitch — just honest advice from someone who knows this market inside and out.