WASHINGTON, DC--Our run down of deals and news happening around the region.

BETHESDA, MD--So far this year the REIT has sold or is under contract to sell four hotels for a combined $273.9 million at an average 6.5% trailing cap rate.

WASHINGTON, DC--Akridge and its partner Alcion Ventures are building a boutique office in its place.

WASHINGTON, DC--The vacancy rate is still high and yet developers continue to build spec projects.

WASHINGTON, DC--The two properties are 1325 G St., NW and 1341 G St., NW.

WASHINGTON, DC--NGKF says that more sales could have closed but some buildings are being held off the market as owners wait and see how the new administration's policies and budget play out.

BETHESDA, MD--In one case, the company is doing a speculative regut to lease at Class A rental rates.

ROCKVILLE, MD--The REIT is partnering with Freight Farms, a company that retrofits shipping containers with vertical farming technology.