First National Realty Partners
Grocery-anchored commercial real estate
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Grocery-anchored stability
- High yield targets
- Passive management
Cons
- $50K minimum
- Accredited only
- Illiquid
- High fees
The Brief
MoneyMade Verdict
First National Realty Partners is a solid choice for accredited investors seeking passive exposure to necessity-based commercial real estate — specifically grocery-anchored and essential retail centers — but the $50,000 minimum and illiquid structure make it a commitment, not a starter investment.
First National Realty Partners (FNRP) is a Red Bank, New Jersey-based commercial real estate private equity firm founded in 2015. The platform focuses exclusively on necessity-based commercial retail properties — meaning grocery-anchored shopping centers, drug stores, and community essential retail — which historically hold up better during economic downturns than discretionary retail or office properties. As of late 2024, FNRP has acquired $2+ billion in assets across a portfolio of 50+ properties and has served over 2,200 accredited investor LPs.
The platform operates on a deal-by-deal basis rather than through pooled funds, which means investors can evaluate each opportunity individually and allocate capital only to deals that fit their portfolio strategy. Minimum investment is $50,000 per deal, and hold periods typically range from 3 to 7 years with targeted annualized returns in the 12%–18% range (combining cash distributions of 6%–8% plus equity appreciation at exit). FNRP handles all operational aspects — acquisition, property management, leasing, and eventual disposition — and charges standard real estate private equity fees: typically a 1% acquisition fee, a 1%–2% annual asset management fee, and a 20% performance fee above an 8% preferred return hurdle.
Target Projection
If the 12–18% target is achieved every year, net of fees
Target low · 12%
$27,141
Target mid · 15%
$35,478
Target high · 18%
$46,053
The Cost of Fees
Gross ending value
$40,456
Net ending value
$35,478
Total fees paid
−$4,978
Head-to-Head
| Platform | Min | Target Return | Annual Fee | Liquidity | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | 12–18% | 1.5% AUM + waterfall | 3–7 years | Yes | |
| — | 3–5% dividend yield | Brokerage commission | Daily (NYSE) | No | |
| — | 4–5% dividend yield | Brokerage commission | Daily (NYSE) | No | |
| — | 4–8% | Expense ratio | Daily (REIT) | No | |
| — | 8–12% | Management fee | 5+ years | No |
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