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Fortress Development

2–10 employees 4 principals

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About Fortress Development

Fortress Development is a real estate operator. Fortress Development operates in Seattle, Washington. Its investment focus is on Condominiums, Hospitality and Standalone Retail.

Fortress Development is a Bellevue, Washington-based commercial real estate developer and privately held investment company founded in 2015. The business lists a company size of 2–10 employees and has been operating for about 11 years. Its leadership team brings more than 50 years of combined experience, and CEO Andy Lakha has worked in commercial real estate for more than 20 years, with a career that includes the acquisition, sale, and development of 80+ properties across the United States. The firm focuses on commercial real estate development, investment, and asset management, with work spanning mixed-use, office, retail, hospitality, urban residential, and multifamily-oriented projects. Its current flagship project is Avenue Bellevue, a mixed-use development featuring 2 towers connected by a plaza, with an InterContinental Hotel, residences, restaurants, bars, and retail space. Fortress also highlights experience in shopping centers, large-scale commercial plazas, and office buildings, showing a concentration on high-profile urban projects in strong-location markets.

Principals at Fortress Development

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Fortress Development's project portfolio

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Markets and themes

Markets Fortress Development operates in

  • Seattle, Washington

Investment themes at Fortress Development

  • Condominiums
  • Hospitality
  • Standalone Retail

Capabilities

  • Construction Management
  • Custom Homes
  • High-Rise
  • Luxury
  • Site Development

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Frequently asked questions about Fortress Development

What does Fortress Development do?
Fortress Development is a Bellevue, Washington-based commercial real estate developer and privately held investment company founded in 2015.
What markets does Fortress Development operate in?
Fortress Development is active in Seattle, Washington.
How many employees does Fortress Development have?
Fortress Development has 2–10 employees.
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Fortress Development at a glance

Tier
Established
Operator type
Developer, Owner
Headcount
2–10
Units owned
<1,000
Units managed
<1,000
Property mgmt
Self-Managed
Markets
1
Principals
4

Contact Fortress Development

10400 Ne 4th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, United States
fortressdevelopment.com