Press Release

PGIM’s real estate business acquires second asset for German micro-living strategy

FRANKFURT, 9 September 2025 – PGIM’s real estate business has acquired an office property for residential conversion in Frankfurt on behalf of its European value-add strategy. The asset was acquired from Cells Group and will be redeveloped into a modern micro-living property, adding more than 300 residential units to the market. With assets under management of US$206 billion, PGIM’s real estate business is the third-largest real estate investment manager in the world.1

This transaction marks the second acquisition for omniLiv, PGIM’s real estate business’ dedicated German micro-living platform, following the acquisition of a Berlin office property from PIMCO earlier this year.

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“This acquisition underscores the continued commitment by PGIM’s real estate business to providing innovative development and investment solutions in a constrained German residential market.”

Nabil Mabed, Head of France, Spain & Portugal, Senior Portfolio Manager, European Value Add Strategy

<p>“This acquisition underscores the continued commitment by PGIM’s real estate business to providing innovative development and investment solutions in a constrained German residential market.”</p>

Nabil Mabed, Senior Portfolio Manager for PGIM real estate business’ European Value-Add Strategy, commented: “This acquisition underscores the continued commitment by PGIM’s real estate business to providing innovative development and investment solutions in a constrained German residential market, which continues to experience strong demand for high-quality, well-located housing tailored to the needs of young urban residents.”

The redevelopment will transform the vacant office structure, comprising of roughly 15.000 sqm of gross floor area, into a high-quality residential asset with over 300 units, including micro-living apartments and student accommodation. The project will also feature shared amenities such as co-working spaces, fitness and wellness areas, and social lounges.

The asset is located in Frankfurt’s Gallus district, close to the city’s central business district. The area has seen significant urban development in recent years, making it an increasingly attractive location for young professionals and students.

The redevelopment aims to achieve at least DGNB Gold certification and a best-in-class EPC rating.

ABOUT PGIM

PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) is built on a 150-year legacy of strength, stability, and disciplined risk management through more than 30 market cycles. Managing more than $1.44 trillion in assets2, PGIM offers clients deep expertise across public and private asset classes, delivering a diverse range of investment strategies and tailored solutions—including fixed income, equities, real estate and other retail investment vehicles. With 1,450+ investment professionals across 42 offices in 19 countries, we serve retail and institutional clients worldwide. For more information, visit pgim.com.

PGIM is the world’s third-largest real estate investment manager, with $213 billion in gross assets under management and administration,2 and real estate professionals located in 30+ cities worldwide.  Through our full suite of real estate equity and debt solutions, we aim to achieve exceptional outcomes on behalf of investors and borrowers. Our uncompromising commitment to building lasting relationships with our clients is founded on trust, transparency, and mutual respect.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

1 As of June 30, 2025. Net AUM is $138 billion and AUA is $47 billion. PGIM’s real estate business is the third-largest real estate investment manager (out of 72 firms surveyed) in terms of global real estate assets under management based on Pensions & Investments’ “Largest Real Estate Investment Managers” list published October 2024.

2As of June 30, 2025

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