CHICAGO — Greenstone Partners has brokered the $4.3 million sale of a newly constructed multifamily property in Chicago’s River West neighborhood. Located at 693 N. Peoria St., the building features nine units in two- and three-bedroom layouts. The asset features private balconies, onsite parking, in-unit laundry and separated HVAC systems. Some units feature private rooftop access. Jordan Multack of Greenstone represented the seller and sourced a local 1031 exchange buyer.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In its first-quarter report, property management research firm RealPage stated that the “supply wave for multifamily was cresting” as the U.S. apartment sector set a record in terms of units absorbed (138,302), outpacing deliveries (116,092). A year prior, RealPage reported that deliveries (135,652) outstripped absorption (103,826) in first-quarter 2024. Will Block, partner and co-founder of Olympus Development Co., said that the flip in the U.S. apartment market’s supply-demand dynamic the past 12 months has made all the difference in terms of lenders’ perception. Editor’s note: InterFace Conference Group, a division of France Media Inc., produces networking and educational conferences for commercial real estate executives. To sign up for email announcements about specific events, visit www.interfaceconferencegroup.com/subscribe. “It couldn’t be more different what it looked like a year ago trying to capitalize deals in tertiary markets,” said Block. “Last year we would call 50 lenders with the hope of one to get to do it at terms that we didn’t like with ridiculous deposit requirements. I probably get four or five cold calls a week from bankers now.” Block’s comments came during the development panel at InterFace Carolinas Multifamily, an annual networking and information conference held on May 21 …
This year marks the centennial of several Miami municipalities, including Coral Gables and Hialeah, placing Miami-Dade County in a unique position: looking back on a rich history as a sunseeker’s playground, while charging full speed into a future where it is also a tech hub and financial powerhouse, with some dubbing the city as “Wall Street South.” From the first land rush in the 1920s to the post-pandemic migration surge a century later, Miami’s real estate story includes fascinating characters, iconic architecture, multiple booms and busts and not one but two great railroad eras — all contributing to the city’s allure as a place to live, and where institutional-quality capital is increasingly eager to invest. Population, job momentum Miami has enjoyed one of the strongest multifamily markets in the country for roughly the past decade. A blend of population growth and job creation forms the backbone of Miami’s resilient rental market. Miami-Dade County added over 64,000 net new residents as of July 2024, driven almost entirely by international newcomers. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county saw 123,835 international arrivals, offsetting the 67,000 locals who left. Behind that growth is an unprecedented business boom. Lured by Florida’s business-friendly environment …
EDMOND, OKLA. — A partnership between Indianapolis-based developer Milhaus and locally based investment firm Humphreys Capital has completed Oxlley Apartments, a 276-unit multifamily community in Edmond, about 15 miles north of Oklahoma City. Located at 101 W. Main St. in the historic downtown area, Oxlley features studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom units. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, electric vehicle charging stations, conference rooms for remote workers, a dog park and a pet spa. Rents start at $1,225 per month for a studio apartment.
KALISPELL, MONT. — Brinkman Real Estate has acquired The Meridian Apartments, a Class A multifamily property in Kalispell. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The company’s capital markets team, in partnership with Greystone’s debt team led by Tim Wright, executed a Fannie Mae loan assumption and simultaneously closed on a supplemental loan. Built in 2023, The Meridian offers 180 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and vinyl plank flooring and keyless entry. Community amenities include a basketball court, an outdoor grill and picnic area, a dog park and onsite leasing and maintenance. Brinkman plans to implement an improvement program including the addition of in-unit laundry facilities, fencing for first-floor studios and upgrades to the dog park and shared outdoor areas. Entrust Property Solutions will provide operational management services for the property.
SEDONA, ARIZ. — Wespac Residential, as general contractor, has broken ground on The Villas on Shelby, an affordable multifamily property in Sedona. Project partners include HS Development Partners, the City of Sedona, Athena Studio and the Arizona Department of Housing. The Villas on Shelby will be Sedona’s first-ever affordable housing community and will be funded through federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Situated on a 1.2-acre site acquired by the City of Sedona, the three-story apartment complex will feature 30 affordable rental homes, including 24 one-bedroom units and six three-bedroom units. The development will include covered parking, a community room with a kitchen, fitness room, playground and elevator access. Additionally, the property will feature future-ready infrastructure with stubs in place for electric vehicle charging stations. Construction is underway, with completion and tenant move-in scheduled for May 2026. In addition to federal LIHTC, the project is being funded via an investment from the State Housing Trust Fund, part of Governor Katie Hobbs’ allocation toward addressing Arizona’s housing crisis.
HOPEWELL, N.J. — Locally based developer Woodmont Properties has completed the lease-up of a 300-unit apartment community in the Northern New Jersey city of Hopewell. Woodmont Forge at Hopewell is now fully occupied. The property features one- and two-bedroom units, some of which offer lofts or dens, that are furnished with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplashes and full-size washers and dryers. Private garages are also available in select residences. Amenities include a pool, fitness center with on-demand yoga and spin classes, game den, a multi-use theater room, dog park and outdoor grilling and dining stations.
OVERLAND PARK, KAN. — Ryan Cos. US Inc. and EPC Real Estate Group have opened The Oslo, a 413-unit luxury apartment community in the Kansas City suburb of Overland Park. Featuring Scandinavian-inspired design, The Oslo rises four stories at the intersection of 135th Street and Antioch Road. Amenities include a resort-style pool, fitness center, spa and sauna room, yoga studio, golf simulator, podcast studio and clubhouse. There are also dedicated coworking spaces, green spaces, a dog park and walking trails. Smart technology is fully integrated throughout the community, enabling residents to control access to their units, adjust thermostats and receive package notifications via a mobile app. Electric vehicle charging stations are also available at the property. Ryan served as the developer, builder and capital markets partner for the project, working alongside EPC. NSPJ Architects led the design, Olsson provided civil engineering, Lankford & Associates handled mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering, and Bob D. Campbell oversaw structural engineering. Monthly rents start at $1,685, according to the property’s website.
WYOMING, MICH. — Cherry Health and Woda Cooper Cos. Inc. have broken ground on Shea Ravines, a 56-unit affordable housing community adjacent to Cherry Health’s Wyoming Community Health Center. The four-story building will offer 40 one-bedroom units and 16 two-bedroom residences for singles, families and seniors who earn up to 80 percent of the area median income. There will be 20 Permanent Supportive Housing units reserved for renters exiting homelessness. Those units are supported by rental assistance provided by the Grand Rapids Housing Commission. Nonprofit services provider Community Rebuilders of Grand Rapids will coordinate supportive services to assist these residents. Amenities will include a multipurpose room, playground and bike storage. The US Green Building Council expects the property to be certified LEED Zero Energy. The project is named in honor of prior Cherry Health CEO Chris Shea. Additional phases of development are planned, for a total of 112 affordable housing units on the campus. The City of Wyoming approved a 3 percent Payment in Lieu of Taxes, which helped make the project possible. In 2024, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) allocated housing tax credits to Shea Ravines to support the development financing. Earlier this year, MSHDA allocated housing …
ORANGE COUNTY, VT. — M&T Realty Capital Corp. has provided $5 million in equity for Chelsea Williamstown Apartments, an affordable housing redevelopment project in Vermont’s Orange County. The project involves the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of two noncontiguous properties that will add 61 rent-restricted units, many of which will be marketed to seniors, to the local supply. Northfield Savings Bank is financing construction, which is expected to be complete next spring. The owner was not disclosed. M&T also provided a $5.6 million Fannie Mae M.TEB forward commitment as part of the capital stack.
