Colliers has arranged a new office lease for Working America at 1725 Eye Street, NW in Washington, D.C., marking a significant tenant commitment to the downtown property. The labor-focused organization has agreed to occupy 14,354 square feet in the building, with the lease structured to commence once the current tenant vacates later this fall.
The landlord, Cafritz, was represented in the transaction by a Colliers team led by Executive Vice President Mark Sullivan, Senior Vice President Matt Venos and Client Services Coordinator Cassidy May. On the tenant side, Lincoln Property Company represented Working America, negotiating the terms of the agreement and coordinating the group’s move into the new office space.
Working America is scheduled to take occupancy immediately after the existing tenant’s departure, providing a relatively seamless transition for ownership and avoiding a prolonged vacancy period. The timing aligns with a broader repositioning effort at 1725 Eye Street, as the property’s ownership moves forward with a substantial capital improvement program aimed at elevating the overall tenant experience.
Owner Calvin Cafritz Enterprises is undertaking a comprehensive investment in the building, with several key upgrades planned. The improvement program includes a fully modernized lobby that is intended to enhance first impressions and circulation through the property. The owner is also adding a state-of-the-art conference center designed to support tenant meetings and events, as well as a cutting-edge fitness facility to bolster the building’s on-site wellness offerings.
In addition, the plans call for a redesigned rooftop terrace, which is expected to provide enhanced outdoor space for tenants at 1725 Eye Street. These upgrades, delivered as part of a cohesive capital plan, are focused on strengthening the building’s appeal to existing and prospective occupants in Washington, D.C.’s core office market.
Commenting on the lease, Colliers Senior Vice President Matt Venos emphasized both the property’s location and the owner’s investment strategy. He noted that the team is pleased to welcome Working America to the building and highlighted the organization’s work supporting communities across the country. Venos also pointed to the combination of a prime address on Eye Street and the significant forthcoming improvements as factors that make the property a strong match for the tenant’s office requirements.
With this lease, Working America joins the tenant roster at 1725 Eye Street at a time when ownership is actively reinvesting in the asset’s common areas and amenities, positioning the building to compete for office users seeking modernized space in central Washington, D.C.
