SHORT HILLS, N.J. – April 22nd, 2026 – The Blau & Berg Company, a distinguished commercial real estate brokerage firm serving the New Jersey and Tri-State region since 1932, is pleased to announce a successful lease of 19,965 SF at 136-158 Paris Street in Newark, NJ between Seagis Property Group, the landlord, and Schmidt Baking Distribution LLC, the new tenant.
Schmidt Baking Distribution LLC is part of the H&S Family of Bakeries, America’s largest family-owned variety baker. Headquartered in Baltimore and family-owned and operated since 1943, the H&S network includes H&S Bakery, Northeast Foods, and Schmidt Baking Company, operating 10 bakeries and 30 distribution centers across the Eastern Seaboard. The company provides large-scale, custom baked goods production to major industry retailers and food service accounts, supported by an integrated distribution and merchandising network spanning four generations of family leadership.
The tenant was represented by The Blau & Berg team of Matthew Phillips, SIOR, Rick Vanderbeck, and Hugh Nastasi. The site was identified for its high-capacity loading infrastructure, a critical requirement for Schmidt Baking’s high-volume bread and baked goods distribution model. With 14 dock door openings and direct access to Routes 1 & 9, I-95, and the NJ Turnpike, the facility positions Schmidt to efficiently service its growing customer base across the greater Newark corridor and broader Northeast market. The lease reflects The Blau & Berg Company’s ability to deliver on the strategic operational needs of its clients; identifying the right facility in a competitive core market where functional industrial space with this level of loading capability is increasingly scarce.
Seagis Property Group was represented by Chuck Fern of Cushman & Wakefield.
Seagis Property Group, a leading owner and operator of industrial and warehouse properties founded in 2005, focuses on high-quality logistics facilities in key Eastern Seaboard markets including Northern New Jersey, New York Metro, and South Florida. With a long-term ownership approach, Seagis is committed to providing exceptional spaces that support the evolving needs of the distribution industry.
Located in Newark’s vibrant Ironbound neighborhood, 136-158 Paris Street offers an ideal logistics location with excellent proximity to major highways, including quick access to the NJ Turnpike, I-95, and Routes 1 & 9; perfect for efficient distribution and last-mile operations.
