Business Details
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Denver
NAI Shames Makovsky is a leading full-service commercial real estate firm dedicated to shaping Colorado's communities through deep local expertise and personalized service. Founded by Motty Shames and Evan Makovsky, our team brings over five decades of combined experience in Denver's commercial real estate market. We specialize in brokerage, property management, investment, development, and lending, combining unmatched customer service with market knowledge to navigate complex deals. As a locally owned firm and member of NAI Global, we offer the agility of a boutique agency with the resources of an international network.Our approach emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and accountability, ensuring strategies align with each client's unique goals. With a portfolio spanning retail, office, and industrial properties, we serve owners, tenants, investors, and public agencies across Denver and the Front Range. Our commitment to responsible growth and community impact drives every transaction, supported by integrated tools that enhance efficiency and client outcomes.
Services
Brokerage
Property Management
Investment & Development
Lending
Development
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined experience in Denver's commercial real estate market.
- Our personalized service combines local expertise with global resources through NAI Global.
- We implement integrated tools for seamless transaction processes and error prevention.
- Our team prioritizes client goals with tailored real estate strategies and accountability.
- We maintain a portfolio spanning 2 million square feet across diverse property types.
Services
Brokerage
NAI Shames Makovsky provides comprehensive brokerage services including acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. Our team leverages deep market knowledge and owner experience to deliver tailored solutions for buyers, sellers, and tenants across Denver and the Front Range. We specialize in advisory planning, tenant representation, and special asset services, supported by in-house legal, financial, and construction experts.
Property Management
Our active property management approach preserves and enhances asset value across 2 million square feet of retail, office, and industrial properties in the Denver Metro Area. Services include building systems operations, lease compliance, tenant retention, and technology-driven reporting. Clients benefit from specialized expertise in contract management, construction, and financial accounting tailored to diverse property types.
Investment & Development
We focus on responsible growth through strategic off-market investments in retail centers, hotels, office buildings, and industrial properties. Notable projects include the Embassy Suites in Boulder and the Sage Building renovation in Denver. Our development expertise spans land acquisition, project management, and asset optimization, serving select clients through affiliated companies with a focus on long-term community impact.
Lending
With over 30 years of experience, our lending division provides customized asset-based financing solutions. We act as primary lenders using investor and personal capital, offering insights into collateral valuation and risk management. While not a mortgage lender, we specialize in structuring deals that align with commercial real estate investment goals for select clients through affiliated entities.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage, property management, investment, development, and lending services for commercial properties across Denver and the Front Range.
How long has NAI Shames Makovsky been in business?
Our team brings over 50 years of combined experience in Denver's commercial real estate market, though the firm was formally established more recently.
Do you work with both local and international clients?
Yes, as a member of NAI Global, we combine local Denver expertise with international resources to serve clients worldwide.
What property types do you manage?
Our property management portfolio includes retail, office, and industrial properties totaling approximately 2 million square feet in the Denver Metro Area.
Are financing options available through your firm?
We facilitate asset-based lending through affiliated companies but do not offer public investment opportunities or traditional mortgage services.
