Gladstone Commercial Provides a Business Update

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Gladstone Commercial Corporation (Nasdaq:GOOD) reported strong portfolio performance amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As of August 31, 2021, 100% of cash base rents for August were collected, and portfolio occupancy exceeded 96%. The company acquired $45.855 million in industrial properties year-to-date, maintaining a dividend rate and distributions amidst market volatility. They have ample liquidity, with approximately $30.9 million available. However, potential future rent relief requests remain uncertain as the pandemic evolves.

Positive

• 100% of August cash base rents paid and collected.
• Portfolio occupancy above 96%.
• $45.855 million of industrial property acquisitions in 2021.
• Average capitalization rate of 7.7% across acquisitions.
• Maintained dividend rate despite pandemic challenges.
• Available liquidity of approximately $30.9 million.

Negative

• Potential for future rent relief requests due to ongoing pandemic uncertainty.

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESSWIRE / September 1, 2021 / Gladstone Commercial Corporation (Nasdaq:GOOD) ("we" or "Gladstone Commercial") is a real estate investment trust ("REIT") focused on acquiring, owning and operating net leased industrial and office properties across the United States. We are providing the following business update regarding our portfolio performance during a time of market volatility related to, among other factors, the global COVID-19 pandemic.

• 100% of August cash base rents have been paid and collected. Portfolio occupancy is in excess of 96%, as of August 31, 2021.
• We remain within a small subset of U.S. equity REITs that have maintained their dividend rate and payment of distributions in tandem with this high level of rental collections during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• We continue to execute our growth strategy. Year-to-date, we have acquired $45.855 million of industrial properties, totaling 367,564 square feet, across eight properties, at an average GAAP capitalization rate of 7.7%, with a weighted average lease term of 15.5 years.
• On August 23, 2021, we announced the acquisition of an 81,760 square foot industrial facility on 4.1 acres in Peru, Illinois for $4.7 million. The initial capitalization rate for the acquisition was 6.9% with an average capitalization rate of 7.6%. The property, acquired in a sale/leaseback transaction, is 100% leased to Pretium Packaging, LLC, with fifteen (15) years of remaining absolute NNN lease term. Pretium uses the property for manufacturing and distribution of its rigid plastic packaging products.
• Since January 1, 2021, and through August 31, 2021, we have issued 1.1 million shares of common stock for net proceeds of $22.6 million.
• We continue to have ample liquidity and a strong capital structure. As of August 31, 2021, our current available liquidity is approximately $30.9 million via our revolving credit facility and cash on hand.

We have experienced successful rent collection during the COVID-19 pandemic; however, we may receive additional rent relief requests as the pandemic continues to adversely affect business operations. However, we are unable to quantify the outcomes of potential future negotiation of relief packages, the success of any tenant's financial prospects or the amount of relief requests that we will ultimately receive or grant.

About Gladstone Commercial (Nasdaq:GOOD)

Gladstone Commercial is a real estate investment trust focused on acquiring, owning and operating net leased industrial and office properties across the United States. As of June 30, 2021, Gladstone Commercial's real estate portfolio consisted of 121 properties located in 27 states, totaling approximately 15.5 million square feet. For additional information please visit www.gladstonecommercial.com.

For Broker Submittals:

Southcentral: Buzz Cooper	Northeast/Midwest: Todd McDonald
Chief Investment Officer Executive Vice President	Associate (703) 287-5895
(703) 287-5815		Todd.McDonald@gladstonecompanies.com
Buzz.Cooper@gladstonecompanies.com
Southeast: EJ Wislar	West: Mac Dobbins
Senior Vice President Director	Principal (703) 287-5845
(703) 462-1027		Mac.Dobbins@gladstonecompanies.com
EJ.Wislar@gladstonecompanies.com

Investor or Media Inquiries:

Bob Cutlip
President
(703) 287-5878
Bob.Cutlip@gladstonecompanies.com

All statements contained in this press release, other than historical facts, may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates" and variations of these words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Readers should not rely upon forward-looking statements because the matters they describe are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause the Gladstone Commercial's business, financial condition, liquidity, results of operations, funds from operations or prospects to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such statements. Such risks and uncertainties are disclosed under the caption "Risk Factors" of the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the SEC on February 16, 2021, and certain other filings we make with the SEC. Gladstone Commercial cautions readers not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements which speak only as of the date made. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

For Investor Relations inquiries related to any of the monthly dividend paying Gladstone funds, please visit www.gladstonecompanies.com.

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FAQ

What is the current occupancy rate for Gladstone Commercial's properties?

As of August 31, 2021, Gladstone Commercial's portfolio occupancy is over 96%.

How much cash base rent did Gladstone Commercial collect in August?

Gladstone Commercial reported 100% collection of cash base rents for August 2021.

What is the total amount of industrial properties acquired by Gladstone Commercial in 2021?

Year-to-date, Gladstone Commercial has acquired $45.855 million in industrial properties.

What is the current liquidity position of Gladstone Commercial?

As of August 31, 2021, Gladstone Commercial has approximately $30.9 million available in liquidity.

What are the potential risks for Gladstone Commercial related to rent collection?

Gladstone Commercial may face additional rent relief requests due to ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.