JERSEY CITY, N.J. — California-based brokerage firm Matthews Real Estate Investment Services has negotiated the $12.6 million sale of Lofts on Garfield, a 35-unit apartment building in Jersey City. Lofts on Garfield is a conversion of a former vacant warehouse that according to LoopNet Inc. was originally built in 1953. Information on floor plans and amenities was not disclosed. David Ferber and Jordan Anhalt of Matthews represented the buyer and seller, both of which requested anonymity, in the transaction.
MIAMI — Neology Development Group has obtained a $63.5 million bridge loan from Starwood Property Trust to pay off the construction loan for Fourteen Main Street Residences, a multifamily development located along downtown Miami’s historic 36th Street. Charles Foschini, Christopher Apone, Lourdes Carranza-Alvarez and Shannon Wilson of Berkadia arranged the financing on behalf of Neology and American Opportunity Zone Advisors, a group led by Peter Linneman. Berkadia also arranged the original $57.5 million construction loan through Churchill Real Estate to fund Neology’s third project in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood. Upon completion, the development will feature 237 units that will range in size from 450 to 1,000 square feet across two buildings named the Highrise and Midrise. The 14-story Highrise will include studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans, and the five-story Midrise will include two-bedroom walk-up homes and two-bedroom apartment units. The development will also include ground-level retail space. Amenities will include a multipurpose lobby, coworking spaces, outdoor movie screen, 12,000-square-foot rooftop pool and clubhouse, poolside cabanas, fitness and wellness center, yoga and cardio studio, dog park, bike storage, smart package lockers, parking garage with electric vehicle charging stations and a rideshare lobby. Fourteen Main Street Residences is on track to receiving …
MONTGOMERY, ALA. — A partnership between DWG Capital Partners and Dorado Holdings has purchased Cloverdale Estates, a 106-unit multifamily community located at 3453 Audubon Road in Montgomery. This marks the joint venture’s second acquisition in Montgomery, following the purchase of the 96-unit Greenbriar Apartments in July. Josh Jacobs of Marcus & Millichap’s Birmingham office represented the seller, an entity doing business as RK Cloverdale LLC, in the transaction. The sales price was not disclosed. Cloverdale Estates offers one-, two- and three-bedroom residences ranging in size from 725 to 1,350 square feet. Each apartment features spacious layouts, patios/balconies and select in-unit washer and dryer connections. Approximately 70 percent of the units have been upgraded with high-end finishes, updated mechanical systems and exterior improvements. The new ownership plans to renovate the remaining apartments over the next 24 months.
SANTA MARIA, CALIF. — Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, has brokered the $116 million sale of La Vista Apartments, a 460-unit multifamily community located in the Central Coast community of Santa Maria. Joseph Grabiec, Kevin Green and Gregory Harris of IPA represented the seller, Kennedy Wilson, and procured the buyer, WestView Capital, in the transaction. The property is the largest multifamily asset to trade hands in Santa Barbara County both by number of units and sales price, according to IPA. Constructed in 1979 on 31 acres, the community offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom units. Shared amenities include two pools and spas, a clubhouse, leasing office, large courtyards, picnic tables and grills. “Santa Maria is in the midst of a dynamic growth period with surging housing demand,” says Grabiec. “It is estimated that the city’s population will grow 27 percent between 2024 and 2050, and during the next five years, average year-over-year rent growth is projected to be 4 percent annually while occupancy remains above 96.5 percent.” Beverly Hills, Calif.-based Kennedy Wilson (NYSE: KW) is a real estate investment firm with over $28 billion of assets under management across the United States, United Kingdom and …
Security is a top priority in the multifamily industry. Monitoring and controlling access to a property protects owners and their residents from the impacts of violent crime, theft, vandalism and trespassing. The benefits of an effective security, monitoring and access system run deep. “Access control is not just about security,” says Roger Solomon, a senior associate at Trio Advisory Group. The company offers consulting services on access control, video surveillance and other technologies for commercial real estate properties. “Access control is also about ensuring convenience for residents and staff, enhancing the overall quality of life at a community and future-proofing assets against technological advancements,” says Solomon. “The right access control system will add real value to both the property and for its residents.” The type of access control system an owner-operator installs can increase operational efficiency and net operating income, free up staff, reduce costs and lower resident turnover rates. Locks and Keys Still Popular Option The benefits of an old-fashioned lock-and-key system are clear. Mechanical locks are weatherproof and do not require electrical power or Wi-Fi connectivity. Key-controlled locks also are relatively affordable to install. According to a report from the National Apartment Association (NAA), 53 percent of property management …
MANOR, TEXAS — Associated Bank has provided a $60.4 million construction loan for Emblem at Tower, a 324-unit affordable housing project that will be located at 12100 Tower Road in Manor, about 15 miles northeast of Austin. Great Southern Bank joined Associated Bank in the construction loan syndication. Emblem at Tower will consist of 11 three-story buildings that will house a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom units. The 4-percent LIHTC project will be available to households earning less than 60 percent of the area median income. Residents will have access to a clubhouse with fitness center, pool and outdoor amenity space, as well as a free 15-hour per week tutoring service. Construction is slated to be complete in early 2027. Dominium is the borrower and developer.
SAN ANTONIO — Newmark has brokered the sale of The Sterling at Oak Hills, a 330-unit multifamily property located within South Texas Medical Center in San Antonio. Built in 2019, the property offers one- and two-bedroom units that are furnished with stainless steel appliances, granite or quartz countertops and walk-in closets. Amenities include a pool, outdoor kitchen, fitness center and a clubhouse with an entertainment kitchen. Patton Jones, Matt Michelson and Andrew Dickson of Newmark represented the undisclosed seller in the transaction. The buyer was San Antonio-based AHV Communities.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS — Marcus & Millichap has negotiated the sale of Treehouse Apartments, a 16-unit multifamily complex located at 1400 Cherry Drive in Arlington. According to Apartments.com, the property was built in 1972 and offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units. Dylan York, Ford Braly and Al Silva of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller and procured the buyer, both of which requested anonymity, in the transaction.
WALTHAM, MASS. — Alliance Residential has completed The 305, a 314-unit multifamily project in Waltham, a western suburb of Boston. The 305 features one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments that are furnished with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinets and individual washers and dryers. The amenity package comprises an outdoor pool; two-story fitness center with private cardio rooms; work-from-home lounges with dedicated breakout rooms; a shuttle and transit lounge; exterior courtyard with grill stations and lawn games; a speakeasy-inspired clubroom and lounge with an outdoor sky deck; a tenant-only playground and service spaces; a secured package room with cold storage; and two pet spas. Rents start at approximately $2,650 per month for a one-bedroom apartment, according to the property website.
BRIDGEPORT, CONN. — Regional brokerage firm Northeast Private Client Group (NEPCG) has negotiated the $9.9 million sale of the 86-unit Bridgeport Commons Apartments in southern coastal Connecticut. The property consists of two buildings that were originally built between 1967 and 1970 and house nine studios, 73 one-bedroom units and four two-bedroom units. Brad Balletto, Rich Edwards and Robert Paterno of NEPCG represented the seller and procured the buyer, both of which requested anonymity, in the transaction.