DE PERE, WIS. — Associated Bank has provided a $12.8 million construction loan for a mixed-use redevelopment of 550 William Street in De Pere, just south of Green Bay. The project is on the site of a former Shopko store. Plans for the five-story development include 60 multifamily units and 7,900 square feet of commercial space on the first floor. The project is currently under construction, with completion slated for July 2026. The Shopko store closed six years ago. The project marks the first building of a multi-phase redevelopment plan, which includes a hotel, city-owned parking structure and another residential building. Tim Jorgensen of Associated Bank handled the loan arrangements and closing.
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TAMPA, FLA. — A joint venture between Landmark Properties, Canyon Partners Real Estate LLC and Peninsula Investments has acquired a 4.3-acre site at 2700 University Square Drive in Tampa for the development of an 807-bed student housing community. Dubbed The Mark Tampa, the six-story student housing development will be situated less than a half-mile from the University of South Florida (USF) and will offer more than 270,500 square feet of residential space across 215 units. The community will also feature a mix of studio to five-bedroom floorplans. Construction on the project will begin immediately, with delivery anticipated for the 2027-2028 academic year. Kennedy Wilson provided the construction loan for the project and TSB Capital Advisors arranged financing. Landmark Construction will serve as the project’s general contractor, with Dwell Design Studios serving as architect. “The Mark’s unparallelled amenities and prime location just southwest of the USF campus and near a multitude of dining and entertainment options will make the community an attractive housing option for USF students,” says Jason Doornbos, chief development officer at Landmark Properties. Residences at The Mark Tampa will be fully furnished and will include quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, washers and dryers, hardwood-style laminate floors, large closets and …
By Lynn Peisner ATLANTA — How are today’s seniors housing operators using data to drive sales and increase occupancy? This was the question posed to a panel of experts speaking at the 12th annual InterFace Seniors Housing Southeast conference, held at the InterContinental Hotel in Atlanta’s Buckhead area on Aug. 27. Data can paint a big picture, depicting the true nature of demand in a market. “We like to think of it as a novel,” said Nick Jasmon, vice president of business development for American Healthcare Management Group. “What’s happening in your buildings is the main story, and the data is the prequel.” 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. Data on length of stay, move-in/move-out patterns and acuity changes can help forecast occupancy levels more accurately. For example, Jasmon noted that data can show how move-in ages are changing over time. “We’re seeing that our independent living (IL) residents are getting older,” he said. “Some of our IL residents are in their 80s. When we talk to them about moving to assisted [living], they reply, ‘no, that’s …
AUSTIN, TEXAS — JLL has negotiated the sale of Wildcreek Apartments, a 232-unit multifamily complex located in south-central Austin. Built in 1984, Wildcreek Apartments spans 14.2 acres and offers one- and two-bedroom units with an average size of 660 square feet. Amenities include two pools, onsite laundry facilities and open green spaces. Ryan McBride, Robert Wooten and Robert Arzola of JLL represented the seller, private investor Bob Reeve, in the transaction. The buyer, Colorado-based investment firm Continental Realty Group, plans to implement a value-add program. Wildcreek Apartments was 63 percent occupied at the time of sale.
WEST HARTFORD, CONN. — Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, has negotiated the sale of a 200-unit apartment complex in West Hartford. Built in 1971, Cove West Hartford offers one- and two-bedroom units with average sizes of 803 and 1,103 square feet, respectively. Amenities include a clubhouse with a community room, an outdoor patio, pergola and a firepit. Eric Pentore, Victor Nolletti, Wes Klockner and Ross Friedel of IPA represented the seller and procured the buyer, both of which requested anonymity, in the transaction.
AREP Launches Leasing at 199-Unit Adaptive Reuse Apartment Project in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia
by John Nelson
ALEXANDRIA, VA. — American Real Estate Partners (AREP) has launched leasing at CityHouse Old Town, an adaptive reuse development located at 1101 King St. in Alexandria’s Old Town district. The seven-story, 199-unit apartment community was originally built as an office building in 1983. AREP and property manager Bozzuto plan to welcome first residents in November. Monthly rental rates at CityHouse Old Town range from $2,730 to $11,815, according to the property website. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center with instructor-led classes, coworking spaces, library lounge, six-story atrium/courtyard, onsite garage parking, dedicated dog grooming station, bike storage and 65 private storage units for residents. The property also includes ground-level retail space leased to tenants including Fresh Baguette, Orangetheory Fitness and a wine boutique. About 75 percent of units at CityHouse Old Town feature private terraces. The design-build team for the office-to-residential conversion project includes architect Cooper Carry and general contractor Hoar Construction.
ATLANTA — A joint venture between LV Collective, Kayne Anderson Real Estate, Pacific Life and JE Dunn Capital Partners has delivered Rambler Atlanta, a 798-bed student housing community located at 736 Peachtree St. NE in Midtown Atlanta. The 467,000-square-foot development offers 215 units in studio through six-bedroom configurations for students attending the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). The community rises 19 stories and features shared amenities, including an active lobby with a Daydreamer coffee shop; private study rooms and six conference rooms; a kitchenette with an outdoor terrace; a rooftop deck with a pool, hot tub and lounge seating; and a fitness center, sauna and yoga studio. The development team included Niles Bolton Associates, JE Dunn Construction, Archie Bolden, Michael Hsu Office of Architecture and Ironwood DDG.
Helio Group Receives $58M Loan for Refinancing of Arya Apartments in Culver City, California
by Amy Works
CULVER CITY, CALIF. — Helio Group has received $58 million in refinancing for Arya Apartments, a Class A multifamily property in Culver City. Jeff Sause, Chad Morgan, Jacob Michael and Danny Ryan of JLL represented the borrower in arranging the floating-rate loan with Canyon Partners Real Estate. Arya Apartments features 38 studio units, 36 one-bedroom units and 45 two-bedroom units with luxury finishes and smart home technology. The community includes a fitness center with Technogym equipment, a rooftop lounge with barbecue areas, a coworking lounge with conference room, electric vehicle charging stations and a future rooftop pool.
CENTENNIAL, COLO. — Headwaters Group has begun preleasing at Aspendale Centennial, the owner’s first community under its new Aspendale active adult brand. Greystar will operate the community on behalf of Headwaters. Totaling 203,653 square feet, Aspendale Centennial in Centennial features 172 apartments across four stories. Move-ins are scheduled to begin this October. Amenities at the property include a two-story clubhouse with a fitness room, art and activity areas, and gathering spaces. Other amenities include a lap pool, spa and community garden.
LINCOLN, NEB. — The Annex Group has opened Union at Antelope Valley, a 187-unit affordable housing development in Lincoln. The $52.7 million community features one-, two- and three-bedroom units that are reserved for households whose income levels are at or below 60 percent of the area median income. The property features amenities such as a community center, fitness center, dog park and courtyard. The ground floor of the building houses a parking garage, and the residential levels are on the top four floors. Project partners included BVH Architecture, REGA Engineering Group, Summit LIHTC Consulting, NP Dodge, US Bancorp Impact Finance and Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust. The Nebraska Investment Finance Authority also partnered with Annex Group on the project.