Development


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    After 6 months of decline, average rents rise again

    While demand is expected to remain strong, policy uncertainty and interest rates could pose problems in the coming year, according to Yardi.

    By Feb. 18, 2025
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    How signage impacts ROI in multifamily properties

    Increase value and occupancy with these simple signage guidelines.

    By Tom Schnurr • Feb. 18, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Multifamily Dive

    A roundup of some of Multifamily Dive’s top stories of 2024.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    ACC expands graduate housing at UC Berkeley

    The new property is one of many underway at the university, including the controversial People’s Park project.

    By Feb. 13, 2025
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    Top cities for apartment conversions

    The office-to-multifamily pipeline has grown by 28% over the past year, according to a new report.

    By Feb. 10, 2025
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    Overcoming common challenges in multifamily shower construction

    For multifamily and hospitality construction professionals, addressing the challenges of shower installations has never been easier with Tile Redi’s innovative solutions.

    Feb. 10, 2025
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    JPI’s Scott Turner confirmed as HUD secretary

    Multifamily leaders expressed excitement that someone who has produced housing is stepping into the role.

    By Feb. 5, 2025
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    The largest multifamily starts of December 2024

    The wheels are turning on a Disney property and branded residences in Miami and The Woodlands, Texas.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
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    NMHC panelists sound off on tariffs, immigration, tax policy

    The Apartment Strategies Conference featured several discussions about how President Trump’s policies could affect the multifamily industry.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
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    Why JPI launched a workforce housing vehicle

    Chief Financial and Investment Officer Mollie Fadule told Multifamily Dive that the firm had been working on the fund for the past three years, but the timing had not been right until now.

    By Feb. 3, 2025
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    3 takeaways from the Apartment Strategies Conference

    Construction, Trump administration policies and absorption were just some of the topics discussed at the NMHC’s annual event.

    By Jan. 31, 2025
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    Bright Ravens secures $33.5M loan for next phase of Connecticut project

    Building F at Brainerd Place will add 130 units and 11,000 square feet of commercial space.

    By Jan. 31, 2025
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Crescent aims to foster curiosity at new NC development

    Novel UHill in Raleigh will offer a makerspace, play areas and mural installations across the property.

    By Jan. 30, 2025
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    Apartment industry trends to follow in 2025

    Rising capital costs, surging deliveries, new White House policies and uncertain interest rates are top of mind for multifamily pros this year.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Jan. 30, 2025
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    Salt Lake City builder sues developer for $3.1M for alleged unpaid work

    Rimrock Construction has filed a lien on Cottonwood Broadway and seeks the property’s foreclosure and sale.

    By Jan. 29, 2025
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Investors plan 560 units near Phoenix semiconductor campus

    Inspire Sonoran Desert was announced recently, joining many other new developments in the North Valley.

    By Jan. 23, 2025
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    Starts jump 59% in December

    Overall, 1.4 million housing units broke ground in 2024, a 3.9% decline from the year before.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    2025 Outlook

    3 development trends to watch this year

    Starts are expected to bottom out in 2025, but well-capitalized developers see an opportunity to build with less competition on the horizon.

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    Altman adds second phase to existing Orlando property

    Residents of the 230 new units at Altis Grand Lake Willis will be able to access amenities at both sites, including a heated pool and recording studio.

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    Q&A

    Harrison Street remains bullish on student housing

    The sector is stable and not directly tied to the performance of the overall economy, according to head of asset management Ben Mohns.

    By Jan. 17, 2025
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    New Funds

    Continental Properties closes $210M development vehicle

    CEO Jim Schloemer says the money will fund 14 to 16 properties totaling $1 billion in suburban locations.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    2025 Outlook

    7 mixed-use projects to watch in 2025

    Large-scale developments worth billions of dollars are underway across the country as the new year begins.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    Aimco opens the door for sale or merger

    The REIT’s board of directors has decided to explore alternatives to “unlock and maximize shareholder value.”

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    Firm brings design panache to its modular projects

    Architecture firm AO has over 11,000 units in its pipeline, many of them affordable projects in California.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    2025 Outlook

    3 reasons deal flow will increase in 2025

    With capital waiting and new assets hitting the market, transactions should get a boost this year.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    Greystar report notes what renters really want

    Walk-in closets, natural light and fresh air ventilation were the biggest non-negotiables in Greystar’s recent amenity survey.

    By Jan. 8, 2025