WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Realty Trust Inc. (“SRT” or the “Company”) today announced that it originated a senior loan in the aggregate amount of $57.0 million for the refinancing of The Loren at Lady Bird Lake (the “Project” or “The Loren”), a luxury hotel located in Austin, Texas. The Sponsor is The Loren Group, a leading real estate company that specializes in developing, owning, and managing luxury hotels in high-demand destination markets. SRT holds $25.0 million of the loan, while the remaining $32.0 million was syndicated to an affiliate on the TCG Real Estate platform. JLL Capital Market’s Debt Advisory team representing the borrower was led by Wally Reid and Scott Dickey.

The Loren is a 108-key boutique luxury hotel at 1211 W Riverside Drive, part of a mixed-use project that includes 24 condominiums, two restaurants, a spa, fitness center, rooftop terrace with an infinity pool, and event space with sweeping lake and city views. Situated on a prime 1.5-acre site along the south bank of Lady Bird Lake, the Project offers a tranquil retreat while remaining within easy reach of downtown Austin’s top attractions, including Zilker Park and the South Congress district. This location provides guests with unmatched access to the heart of Austin’s cultural and recreational offerings, combining luxury, convenience, and scenic surroundings in one destination.

Austin’s growing economy, fueled by technology, finance, and tourism, has made it a premier destination for business and leisure travelers. Major events like SXSW and the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix draw millions of visitors annually, driving demand for luxury accommodations, like The Loren.

“The Loren offers a fresh take on luxury, blending Austin’s dynamic culture with the comfort and refinement travelers seek,” said Brian Sedrish, Chief Executive Officer of SRT. “We’re pleased to support a property that enriches Austin’s hospitality scene. This investment diversifies our portfolio and aligns with our commitment to high-quality investments in premier locations in the Southern U.S.”

About Southern Realty Trust Inc.
SRT was formed in 2023 to originate commercial real estate (“CRE”) debt investments in the Southern U.S. and provide capital to high-quality borrowers and sponsors with transitional business plans collateralized by top-tier CRE assets with opportunities for near-term value creation, as well as recapitalization opportunities. SRT intends to create a diversified investment portfolio, targeting first mortgages, B-notes, mezzanine loans and debt-like preferred securities across CRE asset classes. For additional information regarding the Company, please visit: www.theSRTgroup.com.

About TCG Real Estate
TCG Real Estate refers to a group of affiliated CRE-focused debt funds, including a Nasdaq-listed mortgage REIT, Sunrise Realty Trust, Inc. (NASDAQ: SUNS), and private mortgage REIT, Southern Realty Trust, Inc. The funds provide flexible financing on transitional CRE properties that present opportunities for near-term value creation, with a focus on top-tier CRE assets in primary and secondary metropolitan areas of the Southern U.S.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this press release, including those that express a belief, expectation or intention, as well as those that are not statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. The Company’s forward-looking statements are generally accompanied by words such as “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “project,” “predict,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “potential,” “plan,” “goal” or other words that convey the uncertainty of future events or outcomes. Statements, among others, relating to the Company’s beliefs with respect to the Loren’s positioning in the market, and cash flows and returns related to investments in hospitality real estate projects are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these statements unless required by law, and the Company cautions you not to rely on them unduly. The Company has based these forward-looking statements on its current expectations and assumptions about future events, which the Company considers reasonable. However, these forward-looking statements are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, regulatory and other risks, contingencies and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and beyond the Company’s control. Actual results and performance in the future could differ materially from those set forth in or implied by such forward-looking statements.

Investor Relations Contact:
Robyn Tannenbaum & Lana Ping
561-510-2293
ir@thesrtgroup.com

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