Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Northern California
HL Commercial Real Estate was established in 1980 and has become one of Northern California's most respected commercial real estate brokerages. Our team brings over 150 years of combined experience to serve clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. We specialize in leasing, sales, and property management for office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and land properties across California and the United States. Our mission centers on client satisfaction through top-quality brokerage services and ethical practices. With expertise in 1031 exchanges and consulting services, we provide tailored solutions for complex transactions. Our marketing approach combines market knowledge, strategic databases, and professional presentation to maximize property visibility.Led by CEO Robert R. Knez, who has closed over $3.5 billion in transactions since 1978, we maintain a commitment to achieving the highest industry standards. Our team of licensed professionals includes brokers and associates with decades of local market expertise. We offer comprehensive representation for buyers, sellers, and tenants while maintaining transparency throughout every transaction. Our property management division ranks among the top in Northern California, ensuring long-term value for investment properties.
Services
Broker Services
Consulting
Tax Deferred Exchanges
Property Management
Buyer Representation
Seller Representation
Tenant Representation
Opinions of Value
Commercial Leasing
Investment Sales
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of combined experience in North Bay commercial real estate
- Our team has closed over $3.7 billion in commercial real estate transactions
- We provide 5-star service for clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 100 companies
- Our expert agents specialize in 1031 tax-deferred exchange transactions
- We maintain transparency and ethical standards in all real estate dealings
What people say
Professional service
Honest service
Exceeded expectations
Market expertise
Successful transactions
Services
Broker Services
Our brokerage services provide comprehensive representation for commercial real estate transactions. We offer buyer, seller, and tenant representation with expertise in office, retail, industrial, and multifamily properties. Our team leverages extensive market knowledge and a proven marketing approach to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
Tax Deferred Exchanges
We specialize in facilitating 1031 tax-deferred exchange transactions for commercial property investors. Our expert agents guide clients through the complex process while maintaining compliance with IRS regulations. This service helps investors preserve capital and grow their real estate portfolios strategically.
Property Management
Our property management division offers comprehensive services for commercial real estate owners in Northern California. We handle day-to-day operations, tenant relations, and maintenance while implementing strategies to maximize property value and investment returns for office, retail, and industrial assets.
Consulting
We provide expert consulting services including market analysis and property valuations. Our team delivers data-driven insights for investment decisions, lease negotiations, and portfolio management. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Northern California's commercial real estate market dynamics.
Commercial Leasing
Our leasing services cover office, retail, and industrial properties with representation for both landlords and tenants. We negotiate favorable lease terms while considering market conditions and client objectives. The team manages the entire leasing process from property presentation to lease execution.
People
Bob Knez
Principal Broker
California licensed real estate broker with decades of experience in commercial real estate transactions. Leads HL Commercial Real Estate as Principal Broker, providing strategic direction and industry expertise to the team.
Dirck Brinckerhoff
Broker Associate
Co-founder of HL Commercial Real Estate's predecessor company in 1980. Brings extensive experience in commercial real estate brokerage and client representation to the team's operations.
Mark Cooper
Sales Associate
Experienced sales associate who has closed over 50 transactions annually for the past seven years. Specializes in commercial property sales and leasing with a focus on client satisfaction.
Joe Morrison
Sales Associate
Third-generation real estate professional with deep industry roots. Provides specialized knowledge and multi-generational perspective to commercial real estate transactions and client relationships.
Questions
What commercial property types do you specialize in?
We specialize in office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and land properties across Northern California and the United States.
Do you handle both sales and leasing transactions?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services for both commercial property sales and leasing arrangements with representation for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area is Northern California, but we also handle transactions throughout the United States with our extensive network of industry contacts.
Do you offer property management services?
Yes, our property management division ranks among the top in Northern California, providing comprehensive management for commercial real estate investments.
Can you assist with 1031 tax-deferred exchanges?
We specialize in 1031 exchange transactions with expert agents who guide clients through the complete process while maintaining IRS compliance.
What experience does your team have?
Our team brings over 150 years of combined experience with expertise in commercial real estate transactions totaling over $3.7 billion in sales volume.
