Multifamily

JLL Arranges Refinancing of 450-Unit Apartment Community in Somerville, Massachusetts

by Taylor Williams February 10, 2025

SOMERVILLE, MASS. — JLL has arranged a loan of an undisclosed amount for the refinancing of Prospect Union Square, a 450-unit apartment community in Somerville, located just outside of Boston. Prospect Union Square is a two-building complex that was completed in 2023 and houses one-, two- and three-bedroom units, with 90 residences designed as affordable housing. The property also features an outdoor pool, courtyard, fitness center and indoor dog run, as well as 18,264 square feet of retail space. Danny Kaufman, Brett Paulsrud, Madeline Joyce and Ali Howard of JLL arranged the loan through Northwestern Mutual on behalf of the owner, a joint venture between affiliates of Magellan Development Group, RAS Union Square Development, Cypress Equity Investments and Affinius Capital.

February 10, 2025

Development Georgia Mixed-Use Multifamily Retail Southeast

Branch Receives City Council Approval for Lakeshore Mall Redevelopment in Gainesville, Georgia

by John Nelson February 10, 2025

GAINESVILLE, GA. — Atlanta-based Branch Properties has received civic approval for the redevelopment of Lakeshore Mall, a former shopping mall in Gainesville that opened in 1970. Gainesville City Council unanimously approved the developer’s vision for a 49-acre mixed-use redevelopment that was announced this past fall. Branch plans to break ground on the redevelopment in late 2026 and wrap up construction in 2028. Located between Lake Lanier and I-985, the new Lakeshore Mall project will usher in 652 multifamily residences, 38,200 square feet of community green space and more than 300,000 square feet of retail space, including existing anchors Belk and Dick’s Sporting Goods, both of which will remain open during the redevelopment. Dick’s will relocate to a new store within the redevelopment. Len Erickson of Franklin Street is leading the project’s retail leasing component with Branch. Future plans for the project could include a hotel and townhomes.

February 10, 2025

Development Florida Multifamily Southeast

Forman Capital Provides $53.7M Construction Loan for Multifamily Project in Hollywood, Florida

by John Nelson February 10, 2025

HOLLYWOOD, FLA. — Forman Capital has provided a $53.7 million construction loan for Caltopia, a new multifamily development in the South Florida city of Hollywood. The developer and borrower, Coral Gables, Fla.-based Calta Group, is developing the 251-unit community in two phases. Phase I will feature 100 units averaging 751 square feet in size, and Phase II will span 151 units averaging 740 square feet in size. Units will come in studio, one- and two-bedroom configurations, and amenities will include a pool, fitness center and yoga room, dog spa, lounge and kitchen area, EV chargers, coworking space and 24-hour package storage and pickup. Calta Group plans to break ground on Phase I in the fourth quarter and deliver about 18 months later. Scott Mehlman and Ty Regnier of Forman Capital originated the financing on behalf of Calta Group, which is also underway on another apartment development in Hollywood. George Gnad, Mathew Gnad and Helmut Fischer of Lenders Capital Realty Services arranged the financing.

February 10, 2025

Development Massachusetts Multifamily Northeast

Nauset Construction Completes 59-Unit Multifamily Project in Somerville, Massachusetts

by Taylor Williams February 10, 2025

SOMERVILLE, MASS. — Locally based general contractor Nauset Construction has completed a 59-unit multifamily project in Somerville, located just outside of Boston. Designed by ICON Architecture, the project represents the second phase of a larger development known as Union 346 and houses one-, two- and three-bedroom units, with 11 residences set aside as affordable housing. Amenities include a rooftop deck, fitness center, lounge, outdoor grilling and dining spaces and a dog wash station. A joint venture between John M. Corcoran & Co., The Grossman Companies and SMT Development owns Union 346, the first phase of which comprised 94 units.

February 10, 2025

Acquisitions Multifamily New York Northeast

Marcus & Millichap Brokers $6.8M Sale of Brooklyn Apartment Complex

by Taylor Williams February 10, 2025

NEW YORK CITY — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $6.8 million sale of a two-building, six-unit apartment complex located at 164-166 7th Ave. in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn. The complex was constructed in 1921, offers three-bedroom units and includes a retail space that is occupied by Starbucks Coffee. Matt Fotis of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller and buyer, both of which were private investors that requested anonymity, in the transaction.

February 10, 2025

Acquisitions California Industrial Mixed-Use Multifamily Western

IPA Arranges $26.5M Sale of 4.9-Acre Redevelopment Site in Irvine, California

by Amy Works February 10, 2025

IRVINE, CALIF. — Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, has brokered the sale of 2400 Barranca, a 4.9-acre redevelopment site within Irvine Business Complex (IBC) in Irvine. Gemdale USA sold the asset to Irvine Community Land Trust, in partnership with USA Properties, for $26.5 million. The site offers a variety of development opportunities from for-sale townhomes to industrial redevelopment. According to IPA, the City of Irvine’s 2045 General Plan includes a new residential housing overlay that will target 15,000 new housing units in the IBC and eliminate the need for a site-specific environment impact report, zone change or amendment to the master plan and city council vote to stimulate new high-density housing developments in locations where multifamily housing is needed. Kevin Green, Joseph Grabiec, Gregory Harris and Mark DeGiorgio of IPA represented the seller and buyer in the transaction.

February 10, 2025

Illinois Loans Midwest Multifamily

Habitat Receives $72.9M Loan, $29.5M in Equity to Refinance Columbus Plaza Apartments in Chicago

by Kristin Harlow February 10, 2025

CHICAGO — Habitat has received a $72.9 million Freddie Mac loan plus $29.5 million in equity from New York-based Torchlight Investors for the refinancing of Columbus Plaza in downtown Chicago. Torchlight Investors joins Habitat as an equity partner in the apartment property, which rises 47 stories with 534 units. Northmarq arranged the Freddie Mac loan. The refinancing replaces a $93 million loan from 2017 that matured in November. The new loan and capital structure enable Habitat and its partners to plan renovations and other capital improvements. Completed in 1980, Columbus Plaza comprises studio, one- and two-bedroom units. Monthly rents average from $1,700 to $3,350. The building was 95 percent leased at the time of loan closing. Onsite amenities include a fitness center, sunroom, business lounge, patio and bicycle storage. Located on East Wacker Drive, the asset features views of Lake Michigan and the surrounding downtown cityscape. Habitat was the original developer of the building and continues to serve as property manager.

February 10, 2025

Development Midwest Multifamily Ohio

Continental, Hallmark Develop 262-Unit Luxury Apartment Community in Toledo, Ohio

by Kristin Harlow February 10, 2025

TOLEDO, OHIO — Continental Real Estate Cos. and Hallmark Communities have completed development of Colony Lofts, a 262-unit luxury apartment community in Toledo. Coastal Ridge is the property manager. Amenities include a resort-style pool, grilling stations, fitness center, business center, clubhouse and coffee bar. The property also features retail spaces, electric vehicle charging stations and an onsite restaurant, the newest outpost of Central Ohio staple The Old Bag of Nails Pub. Colony Lofts is located near ProMedica Toledo Hospital and the University of Toledo. Monthly rents for studios start at $964, according to the property’s website. Residents can earn one month of free rent by moving in prior to April 15.

February 10, 2025

Affordable Housing Indiana Loans Midwest Multifamily

BWE Arranges $10.8M in Financing for Two Affordable Housing Properties in Indiana

by Kristin Harlow February 10, 2025

FOWLER AND RENSSELAER, IND. — BWE has arranged a $10.8 million USDA RHS 538 GRRHP loan to provide permanent financing for the renovation of two affordable housing properties totaling 132 units in Indiana. Madison Cottages of Benton County, located in Fowler, totals 61 units across eight buildings. Madison Cottage of Rensselaer features 71 units across 12 buildings. All of the units are reserved for tenants earning up to 60 percent of the area median income. Lundat Kassa and Bob Morton of BWE structured the loan with a 40-year term and amortization. The project received additional financing through the use of 4 percent Low-Income Housing Tax Credits provided by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority.

February 10, 2025

Market Reports Multifamily North Carolina Southeast Southeast Market Reports

Multifamily Operators in Raleigh-Durham Strive to Maintain Profitability

by John Nelson February 10, 2025

For all Top 50 NMHC third-party management firms, the subject of managing rising operating costs is a topic that has come to be front and center in many recent client conversations. “As 2025 budget discussions were taking center stage toward the end of 2024, our clients increasingly highlighted the issues of rising operating costs,” says Lisa Narducci-Nix, director of business development at Drucker + Falk. “This trend”, she adds, “underscores our need for strategic planning and cost management to navigate the continued challenges ahead.” The multifamily sector is facing unprecedented headwinds as operating costs continue to rise, driven by factors ranging from inflation and labor shortages to increased insurance premiums and energy expenses. As a result, multifamily operators are working to find ways to maintain profitability while providing quality living spaces for their residents. “In this challenging environment, it is clear to us that adapting to these rising costs will require a multifaceted approach — one that blends innovation, strategic marketing, operational efficiency and technological adoption,” says Narducci-Nix. Challenges of rising costs Across its 11-state footprint spanning over 42,000 units, Drucker + Falk has seen operating costs for many of its managed assets surge in recent years. The supply chain …

February 10, 2025

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