Blackstone Real Estate
Blackstone Real Estate is the world's largest commercial real estate owner and operator, part of Blackstone Inc., which manages a record $1.27 trillion in assets under management. The firm specializes in logistics, rental housing, data centers, and opportunistic real estate investments across North America, Europe, and Asia, with a strategic focus on thematic sectors aligned with long-term macro trends. In Miami and South Florida, Blackstone holds significant properties benefiting from Sunbelt migration and regional growth, positioning the firm as a key institutional investor in the region's commercial real estate market. Since 2023, Blackstone has deployed over $40 billion in real estate investments, with President and COO Jon Gray leading the division's expansion into high-growth sectors and perpetual capital strategies.
Miami Connection
Blackstone's massive investments in Miami validate the city's real estate market globally. Their portfolio includes the Biltmore Hotel, countless apartment buildings, and commercial properties. When the world's largest real estate investor bets big on Miami, it signals confidence to other investors. Blackstone's presence has helped Miami attract institutional capital.