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Signet Underway on Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Near Clemson University in South Carolina

by John Nelson

CLEMSON, S.C. — Signet Real Estate Group is underway on the development of MODA Clemson, a five-story mixed-use development in Clemson. Located near Clemson University, the project is designed to cater to the needs of students and young professionals. In addition to 159 residential units in studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts, the property will feature ground-floor retail space. Project partners include First National Bank of Pennsylvania, Kimley-Horn, Coursey Architects, HPA Design Group, Freese Johnson and Catamount Constructors. Signet expects to complete MODA Clemson in summer 2026. Pintail Real Estate will manage retail leasing at the property.

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Berkadia Arranges $24.5M Sale of Student Housing Property in State College, Pennsylvania

by Taylor Williams

STATE COLLEGE, PA. — Berkadia has arranged the $24.5 million sale of Blue Course Commons, a 276-bed student housing property that serves students at Penn State University in State College. The 92-unit property was fully occupied at the time of sale. Matthew Stefanski, Zachary Pierce, Maura Spellman, Kevin Larimer and Brandon Buell of Berkadia represented the seller, Pennsylvania-based College Town Communities, in the transaction. The buyer was Pennsbury Capital.

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Student Housing Developers Bring Hospitality Focus

by Katie Sloan

Ask any student housing operator what Gen Z is after, and they’ll tell you this — Gen Z wants what it wants. This generation isn’t afraid to say it, nor are they afraid to voice their displeasure or seek out alternatives if they don’t feel the current offering aligns with their values. And they certainly have values.  “As the largest, most-educated and most ethnically diverse generation in American history, Gen Z has a deep understanding and passion for social justice, are always seeking to learn, and are keen on inclusivity, paying it forward and doing the right thing,” says Michele Bettinazzi, customer experience manager at PeakMade Real Estate.  Laura Formica, senior managing director of operations at Core Spaces, believes resident priorities can be met by operators if these attributes are boiled down a little further.  “Today’s residents want to be seen, heard and taken care of,” she says. “Operating in student housing is much like operating a restaurant…there’s a lot of responsibility that comes with that. We lead with kindness and care, anticipate our residents’ needs and try to create memorable moments for them every day.” Johanna Adolfs, director of sales and marketing at Cardinal Group, whittles it down even …

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Preiss, Investcorp Buy 267-Bed Student Housing Property in Austin

by Taylor Williams

AUSTIN, TEXAS — A partnership between The Preiss Co. and Investcorp has purchased 21 Pearl, a 267-bed, 135-unit student housing property that is located on the University of Texas at Austin campus. Built in 2013 and recently renovated, 21 Pearl was 99 percent occupied at the time of sale. Ryan Lang, Jack Brett and Ben Harkrider of Newmark represented the seller, a partnership between Crow Holdings Capital and Texla Housing Partners, in the transaction. Ben Roelke, Ian Walker, Trent Houchin and Jeff Barnwell of Newmark arranged an undisclosed amount of acquisition financing on behalf of the new ownership.

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MCB Real Estate Tops Out 473-Bed Student Housing Project Near Morgan State University in Baltimore

by John Nelson

BALTIMORE — MCB Real Estate has completed vertical construction on The Enolia, a 473-bed, off-campus student housing development located in Baltimore near Morgan State University. According to the developer, this marks the first off-campus housing project for the university in 20 years. Scheduled to open in 2025, the property will feature 151 units at 4529 Harford Road. The project is named after civil rights icon Enolia Pettigen McMillan.

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BWE Arranges Acquisition Financing for 488-Bed Student Housing Property in San Marcos, Texas

by Taylor Williams

SAN MARCOS, TEXAS — BWE has arranged an undisclosed amount of acquisition financing for The Junction, a 488-bed student housing property located near Texas State University in San Marcos. The community offers a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom units. Amenities include a pool and a fitness center. The borrower, Campus Realty Advisors, will use a portion of the proceeds to fund capital improvements, including the addition of a new clubhouse, leasing center, study areas and community gathering space. Renovations will also include refreshed exterior paint, upgraded HVAC systems and water heater replacement, new property fencing and updates to the community’s security system, signage and landscaping. Chris Carroll and Max Miller of BWE arranged the financing through Byline Bank.

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Subtext Plans 769-Bed VERVE Tempe Student Housing Project Near Arizona State University

by Amy Works

TEMPE, ARIZ. — Subtext has announced plans for VERVE Tempe, a high-rise student housing community at 1011 E. Orange St. in Tempe. Slated for delivery in fall 2026, the 15-story property is within walking distance of the Arizona State University campus. Totaling 479,388 square feet, VERVE Tempe will feature 240 units in a mix of studio, one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom layouts, totaling 769 beds. VERVE Tempe will also offer 2,030 square feet of street-level retail space; a coffee bar with hot and nitro options; dedicated study space with booths, pods and collaboration rooms; a game room with simulators; rooftop pool deck; and a two-story fitness and wellness center with spa, sauna and yoga studio. Project partners include ESG Architecture & Design as architect and interior designer and Brinkmann Constructors as general contractor. Kennedy Wilson is providing an undisclosed amount of construction financing for the development.

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ARTISAN, EOS Residential Acquire 537-Bed Student Housing Community Near Iowa State University 

by Kristin Harlow

AMES, IOWA— A joint venture between ARTISAN Capital Group and EOS Residential Investors has acquired Union on Lincoln Way, a 537-bed student housing community located near the Iowa State University campus in Ames. Built in 2018, the property offers 177 fully furnished units in studio through five-bedroom configurations. Shared amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, business center and study rooms. The development also features 11,000 square feet of retail space. Haverkamp Properties has been tapped to manage the community, which will be rebranded 2700 Lincoln. Improvements to the property’s amenity and common spaces are planned by the new ownership. Peter Katz of Institutional Property Advisors, a division of Marcus & Millichap, represented the seller, Greystar. The acquisition involved Freddie Mac financing.

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Landmark Properties Acquires 67-Acre Site for Cottage-Style Student Housing Community in Columbia, South Carolina

by Jeff Shaw

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Landmark Properties has acquired a 67-acre development site located near the University of South Carolina campus in Columbia. Landmark plans to construct an 826-bed cottage-style student housing community at the site. The community will offer fully furnished units in two- through six-bedroom floor plans. Landmark will begin construction imminently and plans to deliver the project in August 2026.  Units will be wired for high-speed internet and will feature hardwood-style laminate floors, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances and full-sized washers and dryers. Community amenities will include an outdoor pool complex with a sun deck, cabanas, hammocks, a Jumbotron and outdoor grilling stations; a sand volleyball court; sports simulator; fire pits; a 24-hour fitness center; study spaces; and a computer lab. Residents will also have access to a complimentary shuttle service for commuting to and from the University of South Carolina campus and downtown Columbia. Landmark Cottage Construction, the company’s in-house general contractor, will manage construction of the project. The development site is situated at 1050 Idlewild Blvd., less than a mile from the university’s Williams-Brice football stadium. The site is located adjacent to a parcel earmarked for the University of South Carolina’s stadium project, a $1 billion modernization initiative …

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Landmark Properties to Open City Food Hall Near the University of Georgia

by Hayden Spiess

ATHENS, GA. — Landmark Properties has neared completion of City Food Hall within 19,681 square feet of retail space at The Mark Athens, a student housing development by Landmark Properties near the University of Georgia campus. The food hall will feature 10 chef-driven food concepts, a full-service bar, two state-of-the-art golf simulators and a variety of interactive games. The location is expected to open in fall 2025. Whitney Spangler and David Martos of Colliers International represented Landmark Properties, and Jason Hurst of Colliers International — who has since joined the team at CBRE — represented City Food Hall in the leasing transaction. The Mark Athens was developed in phases in 2017 and 2022. The community offers 1,364 beds of student housing; over 50,000 square feet of retail space; and 46,427 square feet of office space, which is 92 percent occupied by Landmark Properties’ corporate headquarters.

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