Strawberry Fields REIT Completes the Acquisition of Eight Healthcare Facilities Located in Missouri
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Strawberry Fields REIT (NYSE AMERICAN:STRW) has completed the acquisition of eight healthcare facilities in Missouri for $87.5 million. The facilities, comprising 1,111 beds, are currently leased to third-party tenants under an existing master lease agreement generating $8.9 million in annual rent on a triple net basis. This marks the company's first entry into Missouri, expanding its geographical footprint with a strong local third-party operator. The company views this as a model acquisition that aligns with their disciplined growth strategy.
Positive
- Acquisition adds 1,111 beds to portfolio
- $8.9 million in secured annual rental income
- Triple net lease structure minimizes operational costs
- Geographic expansion into new state market
- Immediate revenue generation from existing lease agreement
Negative
- Significant capital outlay of $87.5 million may impact cash reserves
- 10.2% cap rate indicates moderate yield on investment
News Market Reaction 1 Alert
On the day this news was published, STRW gained 4.41%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.
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SOUTH BEND, IN / ACCESSWIRE / December 20, 2024 / Strawberry Fields REIT, Inc. (NYSE AMERICAN:STRW) (the "Company") today announced that it completed the acquisition of eight Healthcare Facilities, comprised of 1,111 beds, located in Missouri (the "Facilities") for
The Facilities are currently leased under an existing master lease agreement to a group of third-party tenants. Under the master lease, the tenant currently pays annual rents of
Moishe Gubin, the Company's Chairman & CEO, noted: "I am excited that the Company completed this sizable acquisition in Missouri. Missouri is a new state for the Company and brings a strong local third-party operator. This acquisition is a great example of a deal type the Company is looking for and anticipates similar future deals which will allow the Company to continue to grow in its disciplined manner."
About Strawberry Fields REIT
Strawberry Fields REIT, Inc., is a self-administered real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership, acquisition, development and leasing of skilled nursing and certain other healthcare-related properties. The Company's portfolio includes 123 healthcare facilities with an aggregate of 14,000+ beds, located throughout the states of Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas. The 123 healthcare facilities comprise 112 skilled nursing facilities, nine assisted living facilities, and two long-term acute care hospitals.
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