Mayfair Shopping Center nears full occupancy after multi-year repositioning under Levin Management Corps.’ leasing and managing

Commack, NY Mayfair Shopping Center is nearing full occupancy following leasing activity in recent years that repositioned the tenant mix, according to Levin Management Corp. (LMC). LMC is the exclusive leasing and managing agent for the 222,000 s/f shopping center on Jericho Tpke. and has managed the property since 1998.

The milestone reflects the results of LMC’s leasing and re-tenanting work after pandemic-era store closures and retailer bankruptcies created vacancies across the tenant roster. Through strategic backfilling and merchandising, LMC rebuilt occupancy and repositioned the property with a more diversified, experience-driven tenant mix. Anchored by Lidl and PGA TOUR Superstore, the center draws about 2.4 million visits annually, according to Placer.ai.

Most recently, M Nail & Lash Bar signed a 5,910 s/f lease, adding to the center’s service lineup. The new concept offers nail and lash services and further expands the property’s personal services category. The deal follows last year’s leases with Kid’s Empire, Gap Factory and My Gym, continuing the leasing momentum that has moved the property toward near-full occupancy.

Key milestones in the center’s repositioning included several major backfills and category-driving additions.

Early in the repositioning effort, LMC backfilled three vacant apparel spaces with Planet Fitness, introducing a new fitness category to the center.

In 2021, Lidl took over the former Best Market lease. To accommodate Lidl’s size requirements, the grocer relocated to the former Stein Mart building, leaving about 60,300 s/f to backfill in the former grocery space. LMC first leased a portion of that space to PGA TOUR Superstore, then completed the backfill with Kid’s Empire, adding both an experiential retail draw and a family-friendly use to the center.

LMC also expanded the center’s dining lineup with three restaurant additions — Bagel Toasterie, Meet Izakaya Ramen Bar and JBBQ Wok & Dumpling — and added Sephora to strengthen the beauty category. The apparel lineup also evolved with the addition of J.Crew Factory and the return of Gap in its Gap Factory format.

Additional tenants at Mayfair Shopping Center include LOFT, Jos. A. Bank, Prato 850, Sherwin-Williams, Outback Steakhouse, H&R Block and Tropical Smoothie Cafe, among others.

E.J. Moawad, senior leasing representative at LMC, spearheaded leasing efforts at Mayfair Shopping Center on behalf of ownership.

“Mayfair’s leasing activity reflects the market’s demand for well-located centers that combine everyday convenience with destination retail and experiences,” said Moawad. “Our strategy has focused on strengthening the mix with uses that drive repeat visits and longer stays, supporting both tenant performance and long-term value for ownership.”

A leasing recap since 2020 includes 15 leases totaling about 162,000 s/f: PGA TOUR Superstore (39,225 s/f); Lidl (30,808 s/f); Kid’s Empire (21,050 s/f); Planet Fitness (19,865 s/f); Gap Factory (12,800 s/f); J.Crew Factory (6,897 s/f); JBBQ Wok & Dumpling (6,507 s/f); M Nail & Lash Bar (5,910 s/f); Sephora (4,786 s/f); Meet Izakaya Ramen Bar (3,749 s/f); Bagel Toasterie (3,320 s/f); My Gym (2,971 s/f); Champions Martial Arts (1,320 s/f); Crushed Olive (1,280 s/f); and Mimi’s Coffee & Bubble Tea (1,200 s/f).

“The end result at Mayfair is a center that has regained momentum and is nearing full occupancy with a stronger, more diversified tenant mix,” said Matthew Harding, chief executive officer of Levin Management Corp. “We’re grateful for the trust of a long-time client and proud of the work that helped reposition the property for long-term performance.”