our history

For 100 years, the legacy of Copaken Brooks pioneered the commercial real estate market in greater Kansas City. We have developed, leased, managed and owned many of the significant “signature properties” in Kansas City, as well as other cities across the US. Today, we maintain our nationwide client base, providing expert representation and advisory services for tenants, landlords, corporations, investors and developers throughout the United States.

For nearly 100 years, the legacy of Copaken Brooks has shaped the Greater Kansas City commercial real estate landscape. The firm has developed the most significant “signature properties” in Kansas City and many other noteworthy properties throughout the Midwest. Today, the firm has nationwide reach, providing expert representation and advisory services for tenants, developers, landlords, buyers and sellers, as well as corporate real estate services throughout the United States.

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Founded

Firm is founded by Herman Copaken.

Copaken, White & Blitt

Paul Copaken, Lewis White and Irwin Blitt assume leadership and rename the firm Copaken, White & Blitt.

First Scout Realty Advisors

First Scout Realty Advisors is founded by Bucky Brooks.

Keith and Jon Copaken

Keith and Jon Copaken assume leadership of Copaken, White & Blitt.

Copaken Brooks

Copaken, White & Blitt merges with First Scout Realty Advisors, becomes Copaken Brooks.

Mr. K

Copaken Brooks wins the "Mr. K" Award from the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce.

Corrigan Station

Copaken Brooks wins Capstone Award and Cornerstone Award for Corrigan Station.

Arterra

Copaken Brooks develops Arterra, first high-rise apartment project to be built in the Crossroads Arts District; Corrigan II wins AIA KC Merit Award

Service & Property Awards

Copaken Brooks is named Best Property Management firm by KC Magazine; The District at Lenexa City Center and Arterra win Capstone Awards

Reverb

REVERB wins Kansas City Business Journal Capstone Award

CB 100 Years

Copaken Brooks celebrates 100 years of leading commercial real estate in Kansas City

CBC Merger

In January 2023, Copaken Brooks and CBC Real Estate Group merged, enhancing development and owner’s representative capabilities. Bill Crandall joined the firm as a Principal.

Deep Roots
make us strong

Deep roots make us strong, but they also allow us to grow—aggressively pursuing greater value for our clients and investors across the entire real estate asset. Yes, experience matters, but so does a tenacious drive to uncover better deals. You deserve a real estate firm that offers both.

OUR MISSION

100 YEARS OF LEADING COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Town Pavilion

1201 Walnut

Corrigan Station

Corrigan Station II

Renaissance Park

REVERB

Arterra

13th & Grand

Interested in working at
Copaken Brooks?

If you want to join a dynamic company, working with motivated people in an entrepreneurial setting, Copaken Brooks is the opportunity for you. We’re looking for self-starters at all levels; experience in commercial real estate is preferred.

CAREERS

our history

Founded

Copaken, White & Blitt

First Scout Realty Advisors

Keith and Jon Copaken

Copaken Brooks

Mr. K

Corrigan Station

Arterra

Service & Property Awards

Reverb

CB 100 Years

CBC Merger

Deep Roots make us strong

100 YEARS OF LEADING COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Interested in working at Copaken Brooks?

Interested in working at Copaken Brooks?

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Deep Roots
make us strong

Interested in working at
Copaken Brooks?

Interested in working at
Copaken Brooks?