Lebanon, NJ — December 4, 2025
Rv3 Solutions, in collaboration with Cushman & Wakefield’s Connecticut life sciences team, has completed an office and laboratory lease at 545 Long Wharf Drive in New Haven, Connecticut, totaling approximately 40,379 rentable square feet, dedicated to office, laboratory and research and development use.
The transaction highlights the continued strength of the New Haven life sciences market, where demand for functional, modern laboratory environments continues to outpace supply. Despite the region’s established position as a research and innovation hub, there remains a limited inventory of buildings capable of supporting advanced scientific operations without significant upgrades.
Delivering this lease required a focused approach to both real estate strategy and technical execution. Integrating laboratory infrastructure within an existing office building involves complex considerations, including enhanced HVAC and ventilation systems, increased floor loading capacity, specialized utility distribution, and strict compliance with zoning and permitting requirements. At 545 Long Wharf Drive, the property’s zoning allows for laboratory and research uses, enabling the successful conversion and integration of scientific space within the building.
“Securing functional, scalable laboratory space in the New Haven market remains a complex undertaking,” said Bob Motley of Cushman & Wakefield Connecticut. “This transaction required close coordination across engineering, ownership, and advisory teams to ensure the building could support both immediate occupancy and long-term operational requirements.” Charlie Dai of Rv3 Solutions added, “Successfully delivering a combined office and laboratory solution within an existing asset requires a disciplined and technically driven approach. Our team worked closely across stakeholders to align real estate strategy with the operational and infrastructure demands of a modern life sciences user.”
The completed lease positions the occupier within one of the Northeast’s most active life sciences ecosystems, while delivering a tailored environment capable of supporting continued research, development, and future growth. Rv3 Solutions served as the tenant’s exclusive advisor, leading site selection, transaction strategy, and execution. Cushman & Wakefield of Connecticut provided local market expertise and co-brokerage services, helping navigate a competitive leasing environment and facilitating a successful outcome.
About Rv3 Solutions
Rv3 Solutions is a corporate real estate advisory and asset management firm delivering strategic, operational, and economic solutions to corporations, private equity institutions, and government entities. www.rv3solutions.com
About Cushman & Wakefield of Connecticut
Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm providing brokerage, advisory, and transaction services across major markets worldwide. www.cushmanwakefield.com