Chimera Investment Corporation has signed a 15-year lease for 22,000 square feet on the 32nd floor and portions of the 33rd and 34th floors of 1 Rockefeller Plaza announced owner Tishman Speyer. Chimera was previously in 15,000 square feet at Rockefeller Center’s 630 Fifth Avenue.
Chimera, an internally managed real estate investment trust founded in 2007, is primarily engaged in investing in a diversified portfolio of residential mortgage assets, both for owned accounts and third parties through its investment management and advisory services. Since its inception, Chimera has focused on generating attractive risk-adjusted returns for shareholders and has played a consistent role in the mortgage investment space, declaring approximately $6.4 billion in common and preferred stock dividends.
Built in 1936 and formerly known as the Time & Life Building, 1 Rockefeller Plaza is a 34-story Class-A office building located in the heart of Midtown. The Chimera team benefits from Tishman Speyer’s global amenity program, Zo, which offers global access to high-end lounge and work spaces, wellness services and experiences at Tishman Speyer properties around the world. At Rockefeller Center, Zo amenities include exclusive pricing on attractions such as The Rink, The Beam and Skylift and perks at retailers such as J. Crew and Rough Trade, as well as dining options including Smith & Mills and Daily Provisions. Customers also enjoy access to the Zo Clubhouse on the 33rd floor of 1 Rockefeller Plaza as well as Radio Park, a destination to relax, collaborate or socialize.
“We’re thrilled that Chimera has decided to make Rockefeller Center their headquarters after getting to know the campus,” said EB Kelly, senior managing director at Tishman Speyer and head of Rockefeller Center. “This lease underscores the enduring appeal of Rockefeller Center to New York’s investment industry, and we’re proud to continue to provide a setting that supports their long-term growth at one of the world’s most iconic addresses.”
Chimera was represented by Conor Denihan and Connor Desimone of CBRE. Tishman Speyer was represented in-house by Blythe Kinsler and Kate Walker.
