Millrace Capital

Disciplined Commercial Real Estate Investment Across the Southeast

Millrace Capital acquires, operates, and enhances commercial real estate assets through a value-driven investment approach focused on long-term wealth creation.

$23M+
Assets Under Management
15+
Total Transactions
8
Realized Investments
SE
Southeastern United States
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About Millrace Capital

A Disciplined Approach to Realizing Value

Millrace Capital is a commercial real estate investment and asset management firm focused on acquiring, operating, improving, and strategically exiting commercial real estate assets throughout the Southeastern United States.

Our portfolio is built on industrial warehouses, flex facilities, and retail centers across South Carolina and Georgia — markets where we have deep local relationships and a proven track record of execution.

With more than $23 million in assets under management and a growing portfolio of both active and successfully exited investments, Millrace Capital brings institutional discipline to every transaction.

Our Investment Strategy

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

01

Partnership

Working with Millrace means becoming part of a long-term relationship, not a single transaction. We invest alongside our partners with full alignment of interests, and our team is committed to delivering the most comprehensive, hands-on service in the industry — building trust through consistent communication and a track record of doing what we say we'll do.

02

Honesty

Commercial real estate is built on relationships, and relationships are built on trust. We take a direct, person-to-person approach with every partner and investor, offering candid analysis and tailored guidance — not boilerplate advice — so every decision is made with full clarity on the risks and the opportunity.

03

Joy

We believe real estate should be as rewarding to pursue as it is to achieve. Our team brings genuine enthusiasm to every deal, finding real fulfillment in helping partners grow their wealth and in watching overlooked properties become thriving assets. That energy shapes how we work — driven, optimistic, and genuinely invested in the success of everyone we partner with.

Our Process

A Repeatable Framework for Value Creation

Each investment moves through a disciplined four-stage process designed to maximize risk-adjusted returns at every stage of the investment lifecycle.

01 — Acquire

Identify

We source, underwrite, and acquire attractive commercial real estate opportunities through disciplined market analysis, off-market deal flow, and deep regional relationships. We buy these buildings outright, taking ownership and building a portfolio designed for long-term value creation.

02 — Improve

Enhance

Execute targeted capital improvement and operational initiatives that address value gaps and reposition assets within their competitive set.

03 — Operate

Perform

Strengthen tenant relationships, optimize occupancy, manage expenses, and maximize net operating income through active asset management. We also pursue strategic finance opportunities — including refinancing — to manage risk and enhance long-term returns.

04 — Realize

Exit

Strategically exit investments when value creation objectives have been achieved and market conditions are favorable.

Active Portfolio

Assets Under Management

View Realized Investments

Eleven active assets across South Carolina and Georgia, each acquired through disciplined underwriting and actively managed to maximize performance.

23 Industrial Park Dr
Active

Industrial Warehouse

23 Industrial Park Dr

Lugoff, SC

137 Business Park Dr
Active

Industrial Warehouse

137 Business Park Dr

Lexington, SC

1219 New Savannah Rd, Augusta GA
Active

Industrial Warehouse

1219 New Savannah Rd

Augusta, GA

3300 Forest Dr, Columbia SC
Active

Retail Strip Center

3300 Forest Dr

Columbia, SC

1490 Chestnut St, Orangeburg SC
Active

Retail (QSR)

1490 Chestnut St

Orangeburg, SC

231 Marlboro St SE
Active

Industrial / Flex

231 Marlboro St SE

Aiken, SC

Wateree Plaza, Lugoff SC
Active

Shopping Center

Wateree Plaza

Lugoff, SC

The Flats Off Main
Active

Multifamily

The Flats Off Main

Lexington, SC

786 Wilson Land Holding
Active

Industrial Raw Land

786 Wilson Land Holding

Newberry, SC

101 W Main Street
Active

Retail/Office

101 W Main Street *

Lexington, SC

508 Meeting Street
Active

Office Building

508 Meeting Street

West Columbia, SC

Cheraw Business Plaza
Active

Shopping Center

Cheraw Business Plaza

Cheraw, SC

* 3rd Party Asset — managed by Millrace Capital on behalf of an external owner.

Track Record

Proven Execution Across
Market Cycles

A consistent record of identifying value-add opportunities, executing improvement programs, and delivering strong investor returns across South Carolina and Georgia.

$23M+
Assets Managed
8
Realized Investments
1.83x
Avg. Equity Multiple
Avg. Hold Period ~25 Months
28%
Avg. Value-Add IRR

Transaction Timeline

1050 Chris Circle
W. Columbia, SC

Acq. 2022 · Exit 2023

151 Business Park Dr
Lexington, SC

Acq. 2022 · Exit 2025

510 Bettis Academy
Graniteville, SC

Acq. 2022 · Exit 2025

2100 Commerce Dr
Cayce, SC

Acq. 2023 · Exit 2025

0 Michelin Ct
Greenville, SC

Acq. 2024 · Exit 2025

1333 Pineview Dr
Columbia, SC

Acq. 2024 · Exit 2025

4012 N Blackstock
Spartanburg, SC

Acq. 2024 · Exit 2024

7 Active Assets
SC & GA

2023–Present

Realized
Active

Exited Portfolio

Realized Investments

Eight successfully acquired, improved, and exited commercial real estate investments delivering strong risk-adjusted returns for our investors.

Our completed investments are a testament to the partners, vendors, and stakeholders who believed in our vision and brought it to life alongside us — we are deeply grateful for your trust, your expertise, and the relationships we continue to build together.

1050 Chris Circle, West Columbia SC
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

1050 Chris Circle

West Columbia, SC

21-Month Hold2.16x EM · 50% IRR
510 Bettis Academy Rd, Graniteville SC
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

510 Bettis Academy Rd

Graniteville, SC

35-Month Hold2.52x EM · 37% IRR
151 Business Park Dr
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

151 Business Park Dr

Lexington, SC

35-Month Hold1.83x EM · 23% IRR
2100 Commerce Dr, Cayce SC
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

2100 Commerce Dr

Cayce, SC

25-Month Hold1.36x EM · 11% IRR
1333 Pineview Dr, Columbia SC
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

1333 Pineview Dr

Columbia, SC

16-Month Hold1.62x EM · 16% IRR
0 Michelin Ct
Realized

Industrial Raw Land

0 Michelin Ct

Greenville, SC

16-Month Hold1.46x EM · 33% IRR
4012 N Blackstock Rd, Spartanburg SC
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

4012 N Blackstock Rd

Spartanburg, SC

3-Month Hold2.0x EM · Quick Flip
786 Wilson Rd
Realized

Industrial Warehouse

786 Wilson Rd

Newberry, SC

1-Month Hold1.20x EM · Quick Flip

Development

Ground-Up Development

Millrace Capital brings hands-on experience to ground-up and adaptive reuse development projects across the Southeast. Our team has been involved in a range of development ventures — combining local market knowledge with disciplined project oversight to deliver value from the ground up.

Retail Development

Our primary development focus is retail — from ground-up pad sites and outparcels to small-format neighborhood centers. The team identifies high-demand infill locations, secures anchor or national credit tenants, and manages the full development cycle from site control through delivery, creating stabilized assets positioned for long-term value.

Land & Entitlement for Subdivisions

Alongside retail development, the team has experience identifying and acquiring raw land, navigating entitlement processes, and managing the full lifecycle of subdivision projects — from planning and engineering through lot delivery — positioning sites for development or disposition in growth corridors across the Southeast.

Brand Experience

Development Partners & Tenant Relationships

Chipotle
Circle K
7 Brew
Murphy USA
& More

Market Focus

The Southeastern United States

Millrace Capital focuses on commercial real estate markets throughout the Southeastern United States — with a primary concentration in South Carolina and Georgia. We are open to exploring opportunities across the entire region, leveraging established relationships and deep local knowledge.

Millrace Capital Southeastern United States market map

Population & Job Growth

Southeastern states rank among the fastest-growing in the nation, driving sustained demand across industrial, retail, and residential asset classes.

Industrial & Retail Demand

Manufacturing, logistics, and distribution expansion drives strong industrial absorption, while population growth fuels demand for retail strip centers, QSR, and net-lease assets.

Local Relationships

Established broker, owner, and lender relationships across the region deliver proprietary deal flow and off-market opportunities.

Investment Criteria

What We Look For

Millrace Capital maintains a disciplined investment mandate focused on commercial assets where our operational expertise and regional market knowledge create a measurable competitive advantage.

Asset Types

  • Industrial warehouses and distribution
  • Flex and light industrial buildings
  • Retail strip centers and shopping centers
  • QSR and net-lease retail
  • Industrial raw land
  • Land for national retail development
  • Subdivision Development
  • Value Add Multifamily

Investment Strategy

  • Value-add with operational upside
  • Quick-flip and short-term repositioning
  • Lease-up of under-occupied assets
  • Ground-up development
  • Off-market and lightly marketed deals
  • Distressed or motivated seller situations

Geographic Focus

  • South Carolina — primary market
  • Georgia — Augusta metro and beyond
  • North Carolina — Piedmont region
  • Other Southeast markets considered

Have an asset that fits our criteria? We welcome conversations with owners, brokers, and capital partners.

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Leadership

The Millrace Capital Team

Experienced commercial real estate professionals with deep expertise in acquisition, development, and business strategy across the Southeastern United States.

Rob McAlister, Jr.

Rob McAlister, Jr.

President

Rob McAlister, Jr. leads Millrace Capital as President, overseeing the firm's investment strategy, capital deployment, and overall direction. He brings extensive commercial real estate experience and a disciplined approach to value-add investing across the Southeast.

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David Z. Brown

David Z. Brown

Development & Acquisitions Manager

David Z. Brown manages development and acquisitions for Millrace Capital, leading deal sourcing, underwriting, and the execution of capital improvement and repositioning initiatives across the firm's portfolio.

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Brendon Block

Brendon Block, MBA

Director of Business Development & Strategy

Brendon Block directs business development and strategy for Millrace Capital, building investor relationships, expanding the firm's network of partners, and shaping long-term growth initiatives across its target markets.

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Megan Bliss

Megan Bliss

Executive Assistant

Megan Bliss supports Rob and the broader Millrace team across day-to-day operations, keeping schedules, communications, and details on track as the firm scales. Her organization and follow-through have been a game-changer for the team's productivity.

Investor Relations

Partner With Millrace Capital

Millrace Capital offers accredited investors the opportunity to participate in institutional-quality commercial real estate investments throughout the Southeastern United States.

We operate with a straightforward, alignment-first approach: our principals invest alongside our partners in every transaction, ensuring our interests are fully aligned from acquisition through disposition.

Disciplined Underwriting

Every investment is stress-tested across multiple scenarios. We invest only where the risk-return profile meets our conservative standards.

Alignment of Interests

Principal co-investment alongside LP capital in every transaction. Our returns are directly tied to investor outcomes.

Proven Track Record

Eight realized investments with an average 1.83x equity multiple across our value-add portfolio.

Transparent Reporting

Regular investor updates and direct access to our principals throughout every investment.

Investor Inquiry

Millrace Capital investments are available to accredited investors only. This does not constitute an offer to sell securities.

Get In Touch

Contact Millrace Capital

Whether you are an investor, broker, property owner, or lender, we welcome the opportunity to connect and explore how we can work together.

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Office

508 Meeting Street
West Columbia, SC 29169