Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in West Michigan
DAR Commercial Real Estate has been a trusted name in commercial real estate since 1996, providing comprehensive brokerage, property management, and development services. Our team prioritizes client needs through personalized strategies and market expertise, combining local insight with national resources. Recognized annually as a CoStar Power Broker and among West Michigan's top five firms by the Grand Rapids Business Journal, we deliver tailored solutions for retail, office, industrial, and multi-family properties. Our boutique approach ensures hands-on service while maintaining large-scale capabilities for complex transactions. With decades of collective experience, our brokers specialize in tenant representation, buyer representation, 1031 exchanges, and site selection.Our property management division offers end-to-end services including financial reporting, vendor coordination, and tenant improvement management. As a client-focused organization, we maintain transparent communication throughout every transaction phase. Our development expertise spans ground-up construction for retail, office, and light industrial spaces, leveraging established relationships with architects and contractors. We serve businesses of all sizes through our West Michigan base while extending our reach nationally. Our commitment to innovation and market responsiveness has earned long-term client partnerships and industry recognition.
Services
Retail Brokerage
Office Brokerage
Industrial Brokerage
Property Management
Development Services
Tenant Representation
Buyer Representation
1031 Exchange
Site Selection
Multi-Family Brokerage
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate brokerage
- Our team maintains transparent communication throughout transactions
- Recognized annually as CoStar Power Brokers since 1996
- We combine local market insight with national industry connections
- Our property management includes financial reporting and vendor coordination
Services
Commercial Brokerage
Our commercial brokerage services facilitate property transactions for retail, office, and industrial spaces. We represent both owners and tenants, leveraging market expertise to optimize deals. Our team provides strategic guidance through every transaction phase, ensuring competitive positioning and favorable terms for clients in West Michigan and national markets.
Property Management
We offer comprehensive property management solutions including financial reporting, vendor coordination, and tenant improvement oversight. Our services maintain property value through efficient operations and expense management. Clients benefit from personalized communication and proactive maintenance strategies tailored to their real estate investments.
Development Services
Our development team specializes in ground-up construction for retail, office, and light industrial buildings. We coordinate with architects, contractors, and lenders throughout the development lifecycle. From site selection to project completion, we provide end-to-end guidance to transform development concepts into successful built environments.
Tenant Representation
We advocate for tenants seeking optimal commercial spaces through strategic site selection and lease negotiation. Our expertise covers market analysis, cost-benefit evaluation, and lease structure optimization. Clients receive tailored solutions that align with their operational requirements and financial objectives across multiple property types.
1031 Exchange
Our 1031 exchange services facilitate tax-efficient property transitions for investors. We guide clients through qualified replacement property identification and acquisition timelines. Our market knowledge helps identify investment opportunities that meet both exchange requirements and long-term portfolio goals.
People
Darrel Herweyer
Broker, Owner
Founder of DAR Commercial Real Estate with over 25 years in the industry. Specializes in commercial brokerage and client relationship management. Leads with a focus on personalized service and market expertise.
Dave Denton
President, Real Estate Brokerage
CCIM-certified professional with extensive brokerage experience. Oversees real estate transactions and team operations. Brings strategic leadership to commercial property solutions and client representation.
Ben Pitcher
Vice President / Real Estate Brokerage
Commercial real estate specialist with expertise in property transactions. Focuses on delivering tailored solutions for clients' investment and operational needs through market analysis and strategic positioning.
Chris Prins
Vice President / Real Estate Brokerage
Experienced broker providing comprehensive real estate services. Specializes in commercial property representation and transaction management. Combines local market knowledge with strategic advisory capabilities.
Jon Geenen
Vice President / Real Estate Brokerage
Commercial real estate professional with focus on client-centric property solutions. Expertise in brokerage services including market analysis, lease negotiation, and investment strategy development.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage services for retail, office, industrial, and multi-family properties, along with property management and development services. Our expertise includes tenant representation, buyer representation, and 1031 exchange solutions.
How long has your firm been in business?
DAR Commercial Real Estate was founded in 1996 by Darrel Herweyer. We've maintained our position as a top West Michigan brokerage firm for over 25 years.
What areas do you serve?
While based in West Michigan, we serve clients nationally. Our local market expertise in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas is complemented by national industry connections.
How do you handle property management?
Our property management includes financial reporting, vendor coordination, tenant improvement oversight, and expense management. We maintain open communication and proactive maintenance strategies for optimal asset performance.
What development services are available?
We manage ground-up development projects for retail, office, and light industrial buildings. Our services cover site selection, contractor coordination, and project management from concept to completion.
How do you assist with 1031 exchanges?
We guide clients through qualified replacement property identification and acquisition timelines. Our market expertise helps identify investment opportunities that meet both exchange requirements and portfolio goals.
