NYC Commercial Real Estate Lending Activity – May 2026
The New York City commercial real estate lending market remained active in May 2026, with both national and regional lenders continuing to finance acquisitions, refinancings, and commercial mortgage transactions across all major asset classes.
JP Morgan Chase ranked as the most active NYC commercial real estate lender during the month, recording 49 new loans, 15 retained positions, and 14 loan payoffs. M&T Bank followed with 24 new loans, while Local Initiatives Support Corp. (LISC) secured third place with 20 new loans and no recorded losses.
Several community and regional lenders posted strong activity levels, including Maspeth Federal Savings & Loan, S3 Capital, Ponce Bank, Dime Community Bank, Bank of America, Flushing Bank, and TD Bank. Their continued participation highlights the important role local and regional institutions play in the New York City commercial mortgage market.
Among portfolio lenders, JP Morgan Chase maintained the largest active presence, while lenders such as Maspeth Federal Savings & Loan, Cathay Bank, Wells Fargo, and Colorado Federal Savings Bank demonstrated strong portfolio retention throughout the month.
The May 2026 lender rankings show a healthy mix of national banks, community banks, and private lenders competing for commercial real estate opportunities across New York City. Lending activity remained concentrated among institutions with established multifamily, mixed-use, office, industrial, and retail lending programs.
Key Takeaways
- JP Morgan Chase led all NYC CRE lenders with 49 new loans.
- M&T Bank ranked second with 24 new loan originations.
- LISC ranked third with 20 new loans and no portfolio losses.
- Flushing Bank recorded the highest number of loan exits during the month.
- Community banks continued to compete aggressively alongside national lenders.
- NYC commercial mortgage lending activity remained strong across multiple property sectors.
Why This Matters
Tracking the most active commercial real estate lenders in New York City helps investors, brokers, owners, and mortgage professionals identify which banks are actively deploying capital and which lenders are expanding their market presence. Monthly lender activity trends can provide valuable insight into refinancing opportunities, acquisition financing availability, and overall CRE market sentiment.
