CHICAGO — Interra Realty has brokered the sale of a three-building, 114-unit multifamily portfolio on Chicago’s South Side for $9.3 million. Two buildings, 7131 S. Bennett Ave. and 1949 E. 73rd Ave., are located in the South Shore neighborhood, while the third property, 6600 S. Ingleside Ave., is in the Woodlawn neighborhood. Lucas Fryman of Interra represented the buyer and seller, both based in Brooklyn, N.Y. The purchaser assumed the asset’s existing mortgage, which carries a 3.29 percent interest rate that matures at the end of 2032. Built in the early 1920s, the properties were 95 percent occupied at the time of sale. All three buildings have undergone capital improvements in recent years to include upgraded exteriors, building systems and unit interiors. The new ownership plans to continue the modernization with new appliances, fixtures and paint.
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Centennial Bank Provides $84.4M Construction Loan for Affordable Housing Project in Fort Lauderdale
by John Nelson
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. — Centennial Bank has provided an $84.4 million loan for the construction of The Arcadian, a mixed-use affordable housing project underway in Fort Lauderdale. Sunshine Shipyard LLC, an affiliated company of a joint venture between Fuse Group and Boca Paila, is the developer and borrower. Located at 640 N.W. 7th Ave., the property will comprise an eight-story tower with 478 residential units, as well as 15,000 square feet of retail space and a 212,000-square-foot parking garage. Amenities will include swimming pools, a central atrium, fitness center, indoor pickleball court, outdoor movie theater, playground, business center, kid’s room, lounge area, pet park, pedestrian paseo and club rooms. Completion is scheduled for early 2026.
HARRAH, OKLA. — Marcus & Millichap Capital Corp. (MMCC) has arranged a $6.7 million loan for the refinancing of Prairie Breeze Townhomes, a 56-unit multifamily property in Harrah, an eastern suburb of Oklahoma City. The property was built in 2013 and consists entirely of three-bedroom units. Robert Bhat of MMCC originated the financing. The direct lender and borrower were not disclosed. The loan carries 12 months of interest-only payments and a 30-year amortization schedule.
SAN MARCOS, TEXAS — JLL has brokered the sale of Sage Spring Senior Living, a 90-unit complex located in the Central Texas city of San Marcos. The property offers assisted living and memory care services. Jay Wagner, Rick Swartz, Aaron Rosenzweig and Dan Baker of JLL represented the seller, a joint venture between Bow River Capital and Investcor, in the transaction. The team also procured the buyer, Inspired Healthcare Capital. The sales price was not disclosed.
NEW YORK CITY — First Citizens Bank has provided a $74 million loan for the refinancing of a 160-unit apartment building in downtown Brooklyn. The 23-story building at 310 Livingston St. features one- and two-bedroom units and amenities such as a fitness center, outdoor grilling and dining stations, a recreation room, speakeasy, library, private dining room and a sky lounge. The property also includes ground-floor retail and restaurant space. The borrower was locally based developer Lonicera Partners.
JLL Capital Markets Arranges $5.1M Refinancing for Multifamily Community in Oceanside, California
by Amy Works
OCEANSIDE, CALIF. — JLL Capital Markets has arranged a $5.1 million loan for a joint venture between Westview Real Estate and Pace Properties for the refinancing of an apartment property in Oceanside, approximately midway between Los Angeles and San Diego. Chris Collins and Emily Pohlman of JLL Capital Markets’ debt advisory team secured the three-year, fixed-rate loan through a regional bank. Located at 330 S. Horne St., the 21-unit property consists of 17 original units that were built in 1970 and renovated in 2023, as well as four newly constructed accessory dwelling units. Averaging 715 square feet, the units offer new kitchens with modern appliances and renovated bathrooms with high-end fixtures. On-site amenities include a surf shower, secure electric bike parking, a common area grill and Los Angeles-inspired artwork throughout the community.
WOODBURY, MINN. — CBRE has negotiated the sale of The Barrington, a 282-unit multifamily property in the Minneapolis suburb of Woodbury. The sales price was undisclosed. The property is located at 7255 Guider Drive near I-494, Woodbury Village shopping center and Tamarack Nature Preserve, a 150-acre city park. Built from 1998-2001, the community features a range of one- and two-bedroom floor plans averaging 932 square feet. Amenities include two heated pools, two community rooms, a fitness center in each building, cybercafe and dog park. Keith Collins, Abe Appert, Ted Abramson and Danny Baker of CBRE represented the seller, Tilden Fundamental Barrington Apartments LLC. The buyer was Nuveen Global Investments LLC.
SIOUX CITY, IOWA — Marcus & Millichap has negotiated the sale of Luma Heights Apartments in Sioux City for $3.2 million. The 91-unit apartment complex is located at 217 19th St. Colton Luchsinger of Marcus & Millichap represented the buyer and seller, both of which were limited liability companies. The buyer plans to rebrand the property as Hill Top Flats and remodel the units.
— By Jason Dittenber, Senior Vice President, ABI Multifamily — Las Vegas has attracted residents and real estate investors from around the world with its legendary nightlife, favorable climate and affordable living. In the post-COVID era, the multifamily market in Las Vegas has undergone significant changes. The city has seen a resurgence in an economy heavily reliant on tourism, but challenges persist. They include the current lending environment, increasing operational and construction costs, increased vacancy rates and declining rental rates. These factors have influenced developers and investors in the multifamily sector, creating opportunities and obstacles. Developers like Matter, Southern Land Co. and Grand Canyon Development Partners are helping to change the city’s multifamily dynamic by contributing to its economic and social advancements. Their innovation spans job creation, community development and sustainability initiatives. Moreover, their mixed-use properties foster business expansion, enhancing the city’s commercial landscape and key employment drivers. The Las Vegas MSA witnessed the delivery of 3,318 units in 2023, surpassing the five-year average of 3,069 units. The large number of new multifamily completions has created a more tenant-friendly market. Rental rates have softened but remain relatively high compared to average incomes. Over the past five years, rental rates surged …
MIAMI — Affinius Capital LLC has originated a $70 million loan for the refinancing of Modera Skylar, a 263-unit apartment community in Miami. The borrower is a joint venture between Rockwood Capital and Mill Creek Residential. The property includes a 20-story building comprising 166 units and a 10-story building spanning 97 units. Modera Skylar features a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a rooftop pool deck with a hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, GymRax outdoor fitness system, outdoor lawn with grill space, dog park, resident lounge space and covered parking.