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Quick-Service Restaurants Embrace Digital Transformation, AI Revolution

by John Nelson April 10, 2025

By Casey Smallwood of SRS Real Estate Partners In today’s fiercely competitive quick-service restaurant (QSR) market, digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping how brands operate, engage with customers and create value. An industry once defined by speed and consistency is now being reshaped by data, automation and intelligent personalization. Across the country, QSRs are embracing cutting-edge technologies to improve operations, enhance the customer experience and maximize profitability. From mobile ordering apps to AI-powered drive-thru automation and predictive inventory management, these innovations are redefining the QSR business model. To stay competitive and relevant in today’s fast-changing market, franchise operators, developers and commercial real estate investors must understand and adapt to these technology-driven shifts. At the heart of this evolution is digital transformation — the integration of digital technology across all aspects of the business. In the QSR landscape, this includes everything from mobile ordering apps, digital menu boards to contactless payment systems, smart kitchen equipment and sophisticated customer relationship management (CRM) tools. Unlike full-service restaurants that emphasize ambiance and table service, QSRs succeed by offering speed, convenience and consistency. Digital transformation amplifies these core strengths, allowing operators to serve more customers faster and more accurately while also collecting and …

April 10, 2025

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Morgan Properties Acquires 11-Property Midwest Multifamily Portfolio for $501M

by Channing Hamilton April 4, 2025

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA. — Morgan Properties has acquired a portfolio of 3,054 apartment units across 11 communities in eight states. Chicago-based Trilogy Real Estate Group was the seller in the deal, which was valued at $501 million. The communities — which are located in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma and Tennessee — were built between 1989 and 2018. Adam Doneger and Josh King of Newmark brokered the sale of 10 of the communities in the portfolio, while Walker & Dunlop brokered the sale of one property. Morgan Properties states that the firm plans to implement a value-add strategy to increase the marketability and comfort of the properties. Interior upgrades will include the installation of new flooring, appliances, cabinets and countertops, as well as smart home features. The new owner will also expand and refresh the onsite amenities. The acquisition expands Morgan Properties’ apartment holdings to more than 100,000 units across the nation. The Conshohocken-based development and investment firm now owns and operates roughly 360 communities in 22 states. “As we continue to strategically expand our national portfolio, we remain selective and opportunistic in this environment,” said Jonathan Morgan and Jason Morgan, co-presidents of Morgan Properties. “Morgan Properties has a proven …

April 4, 2025

Acquisitions Kentucky Multifamily Southeast

Marcus & Millichap Negotiates $13.4M Sale of Hurstbourne Heights Apartments in Louisville

by John Nelson April 1, 2025

LOUISVILLE, KY. — Marcus & Millichap has negotiated the $13.4 million sale of Hurstbourne Heights, an 84-unit apartment community located at 7603 Downs Farm Way in Louisville. Situated on 6.8 acres in the city’s Highview neighborhood, Hurstbourne Heights was delivered in 2019 and features one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a dog park and walking trail. The buyer, a South Carolina-based investor, assumed a HUD-insured loan as part of the transaction. Aaron Johnson and David Badgett of Marcus & Millichap’s Louisville office represented the seller, a locally based developer, and procured the buyer in the transaction. Both parties requested anonymity.

April 1, 2025

Kentucky Leasing Activity Retail Southeast

F45 Training Signs Retail Lease at Pleasant Ridge Commons in Lexington, Kentucky

by John Nelson March 7, 2025

LEXINGTON, KY. — F45 Training, a global fitness company that provides high-intensity group exercise programs, has signed a 3,904-square-foot lease in the mixed-use development of Pleasant Ridge Commons in the Hamburg trade area of Lexington. This marks F45 Training’s second Lexington location. Al Isaac and Zach Smith of NAI Isaac represented the tenant in the lease negotiations. Fahr Juneja and Cole Sturgeon of Gulfstream Commercial Services represented the undisclosed landlord.

March 7, 2025

Acquisitions Kentucky Southeast Student Housing

Article Student Living, Barings Acquire 1,060-Bed Student Housing Community Near University of Kentucky

by John Nelson March 6, 2025

LEXINGTON, KY. — A joint venture between Article Student Living and Barings has acquired 5 Twenty Four and 5 Twenty Five Angliana, a 1,060-bed student housing development located near the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington. The property includes 13 buildings spanning 427,200 square feet across 30 acres. The community offers 376 fully furnished units in one- through four-bedroom configurations. Shared amenities include two fitness centers; two swimming pools with sun decks and lounges; two study centers; private study space; a half basketball court; game room; movie theater; and onsite parking. The new ownership plans to renovate the community’s amenity spaces and unit interiors. The seller and terms of the transaction were not released.

March 6, 2025

Acquisitions Data Centers Kentucky Southeast

Aphorio Carter Buys Two Data Centers in Kentucky for $35M

by John Nelson February 25, 2025

LOUISVILLE AND SIMPSONVILLE, KY. — Aphorio Carter Critical Infrastructure Fund LLC has purchased two data centers in Louisville and Simpsonville for a combined purchase price of $35 million. The seller was not disclosed. Both properties span 102,500 square feet and are LEED Gold-certified. Additionally, both data centers were built in 2011 and are fully leased to the same tenant, an undisclosed Fortune 200 firm. The two properties also include 10,000 square feet of raised floor space, an additional 10,000 square feet of shell space for future expansion and 1 megawatt (MW) of critical power. The Louisville data center sits on 30 acres while the Simpsonville data center occupies 21 acres. LG&E provides energy services to the Louisville facility, while Kentucky Utilities services the Simpsonville property.

February 25, 2025

Acquisitions Kentucky Southeast Student Housing

GMH Communities Acquires 533-Bed Student Housing Property Near University of Kentucky

by John Nelson February 21, 2025

LEXINGTON, KY. — GMH Communities has acquired The Stretch, a 533-bed student housing community located near the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington. A joint venture between Campus Advantage and Tramview Capital Management sold the property for an undisclosed price. Teddy Leatherman, Scott Clifton, Kevin Kazlow and Jack Goldberger of JLL represented the seller in the transaction. Built in 2009 at 1051 Red Mile Road, the community offers a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom units. Shared amenities include a clubhouse; pool and hot tub; fitness center; basketball, pickleball and volleyball courts; study rooms; a tanning salon; and outdoor grilling areas. The property was 96 percent leased at the time of sale.

February 21, 2025

Acquisitions Kentucky Multifamily Southeast

Kirkland Brokers Sale of 84-Unit Crown Pointe Apartments in Georgetown, Kentucky

by John Nelson February 19, 2025

GEORGETOWN, KY. — The Kirkland Co. has brokered the sale of Crown Pointe, an 84-unit apartment community located at 1100 W. Main St. in Georgetown, about 15 miles north of Lexington, Ky. Brandon Wilson, Brian Devlin and John Seale of Kirkland brokered the transaction. The seller, buyer and sales price were not disclosed. Built in 1994, Crown Pointe features two-bedroom apartments averaging 1,035 in size, with units recently renovated with updated flooring, kitchen backsplashes, appliances, painted cabinets, washer/dryer connections and bathroom vanities.

February 19, 2025

Acquisitions Industrial Kentucky Southeast

Brennan Acquires 100,000 SF Industrial Facility Near CVG Airport in Hebron, Kentucky

by John Nelson February 18, 2025

HEBRON, KY. — Brennan Investment Group has purchased a 100,000-square-foot industrial facility located at 1102 Aviation Blvd. near the Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) in Hebron. The property is located on 18 acres off I-275 near Amazon Prime Air Hub. The seller and sales price were not disclosed, though Brennan says it purchased the infill facility at below replacement cost. The Chicago-based investment firm plans to renovate and update the facility over the course of its ownership.

February 18, 2025

Acquisitions Kentucky Multifamily Southeast

Kirkland Brokers Sale of 128-Unit Multifamily Community in Louisville

by John Nelson February 13, 2025

LOUISVILLE, KY. — The Kirkland Co. has brokered the sale of The Avenue in the Highlands, a 128-unit apartment community in Louisville’s Highlands neighborhood. Brandon Wilson, Brian Devlin and John Seale of Kirkland brokered the transaction. The buyer, seller and sales price were not disclosed, but The Lane Report reported that the property traded hands for $18 million. Built in 1966, The Avenue in the Highlands features a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, as well as a resort-style swimming pool, dog park, coffee bar and a grilling area.

February 13, 2025

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