Plato's Closet Opens at Cascades of Brimfield Power Center

Kowit and Company Real Estate Group is pleased to announce the successful leasing of retail space to Plato's Closet at the Cascades of Brimfield Power Center, located at 4050 Cascades Boulevard in Kent, Ohio. The transaction was completed by Carla Massara, Senior Retail Specialist at Kowit and Company.

About the Transaction

Carla Massara represented the landlord in this retail leasing transaction, securing Plato's Closet as a new tenant at one of Portage County's most active power centers. The Cascades of Brimfield is anchored by Walmart Supercenter, Lowe's, Marshalls, Petco, and Kohl's, drawing consistent regional traffic and offering strong visibility along a high-volume retail corridor.

Plato's Closet, a nationally recognized resale retail brand operated by Winmark Corporation, is a proven retail concept with a loyal customer base and strong repeat visit frequency. The brand's addition to the center further strengthens an already compelling tenant lineup.

Why This Deal Matters for Northeast Ohio Retail

The resale and recommerce category has become one of the more durable retail segments in today's market. Winmark brands, including Plato's Closet, Once Upon a Child, and Play It Again Sports, are known for consistent performance and strong franchisee operations. For landlords and co-tenants alike, adding a high-traffic resale concept to a power center creates real benefits, including increased dwell time and a broader customer draw across demographics.

The Kent and Portage County market is particularly well suited for Plato's Closet, given its strong 18-to-34 demographic, proximity to Kent State University, and a growing residential base throughout the trade area.

About Carla Massara

Carla Massara is a Senior Retail Specialist at Kowit and Company Real Estate Group, focusing on retail leasing and tenant representation across Northeast Ohio. She can be reached at 216.514.1400 ext 108 or cmassara@kowitrealestate.com.