About

Uncompromising Representation in Corporate Real Estate.

Since 1981, The Cotlow Company has stood apart in the Arizona commercial real estate landscape. We are not a volume-based brokerage; we are a strategic partner focused on Exclusive Representation and Project Development. We operate with a singular focus: to serve the user or the Owner. When you hire us, you get an unbiased advocate dedicated solely to your success.

Fiercely Independent

So there is never any agenda but yours.

Our History

The Foundation

(1981)Built on Business Reality The Cotlow Company was established with a singular vision: to provide real estate services grounded in actual business operations. Born from a background in family retail and hands-on management, our firm started not just with market theory, but with the practical understanding of profit margins, inventory, and operational efficiency. We understood early on that a building is not just a structure; it’s a tool for business success.

The Corporate Expansion

Global Perspective, Local Expertise Our evolution includes a significant chapter of corporate integration. Through strategic tenures with global financial giants like Merrill Lynch and L.J. Hooker International, we gained a macroscopic view of real estate assets. This period honed our ability to handle complex, high-stakes transactions with the discipline of a multinational firm, a standard we continue to apply to every project today.

Dean P. Cotlow | President & Founder

Rooted in Experience.

Built for Results.

The Cotlow Company wasn’t built in a boardroom; it was built on the ground in Tucson, Arizona. Dean Cotlow’s entrepreneurial journey began early, honing his marketing instincts from the age of nine and leading a successful family retail business while still at the University of Arizona. Since establishing The Cotlow Company in 1981, Dean has transformed a local brokerage into a powerhouse of corporate real estate, navigating through international partnerships (Merrill Lynch, L.J. Hooker) while remaining fiercely independent and client-focused.

Professional Excellence

Dean maintains a steadfast commitment to integrity and professional excellence in the Tucson commercial real estate market. With decades of experience, he operates within the top tier of industry professionals, focusing on strategic consultancy and high-level brokerage services that prioritize the client’s long-term success.

Academic Authority

Beyond the deal, Dean understands the core business principles that drive the market. A graduate of the University of Arizona, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Business. This strong academic background provides the analytical foundation for his “hands-on” approach to complex real estate transactions and project management.

Market Dominance

Consistently ranked among the top commercial brokers in the Tucson market, Dean’s track record speaks for itself. From complex negotiations to large-scale project management, his expertise ensures that no detail is overlooked. We don’t just practice real estate; we deliver results based on decades of local market knowledge.

Experience the difference of a true partner.

From the first handshake to the final key turn, we are with you at every step. Let’s discuss how we can put over 45 years of market mastery to work for your next project.