Spectra Student Living Breaks Ground on $17M Community in Big Rapids, Michigan

BIG RAPIDS, MICH. — Spectra Student Living has broken ground on Eight Thirty Water Tower, a $17 million community near Ferris State University in Big Rapids. Slated to open in August 2019, the student housing property will include 318 beds within 120 units. Floor plans will consist of one-, two- and four-bedroom units. Amenities will include a clubhouse, resident lounge and YouTube room. Spectra will manage the property in partnership with Athens, Ga.-based Landmark Properties. More than 14,730 students are enrolled at Ferris State University.