High-Paying Jobs Add to Upscale Demand in Richmond
Although overall employment growth is tepid and continues to trail the national rate, the metro’s economy is slowly but steadily diversifying, drawing investors and large projects.
Job Growth Firm, Rent Growth Totters in Portland
The metro’s strong employment growth is pushing up multifamily demand, especially for market-rate apartments. Nearly 8,400 units were underway as of August, of which some 3,200 units are slated to come online by December.
New Supply Tempers Rent Growth in San Antonio
The metro’s economy continues to appeal to both investors and developers. Upcoming supply is robust, with more than 8,000 units under construction and another 10,000 in the planning stage.
SoCal Delivers for Investors in San Diego
The metro benefits from a strong talent pool, renowned universities and its ever-growing biotechnology sector. Inventory is expected to expand significantly in the coming years, given the city’s robust multifamily pipeline and recent pro-development legislation.
Rapid Job Gains Reshape Tampa
Solid fundamentals and above-trend employment growth spur demand for multifamily product across the metro, leading to significant rent increases. Transaction volume is also robust, while deliveries are expected to hit a cycle peak by the end of the year.
Charlotte Teems With Demand Drivers
Employment growth made the city an attractive target for new and expanding businesses, while supporting long-term multifamily demand. Following last year’s cycle high in deliveries, some 6,800 units are slated for completion in 2017.
Jacksonville Set for Economic Expansion
Multifamily remains a solid investment in the metro, where both employment and population are growing. In turn, these positive demographic changes are creating strong rental demand.
Inland Empire Shows Strength
Backed by a booming industrial market, the metro added 48,000 jobs in the 12 months ending in July. Apartment deliveries have been slow throughout the cycle, but that is likely to increase as demand continues to push rents higher.
Kansas City’s Growth Story
Appealing workplaces, such as WeWork, are opening in the metro’s core submarkets, attracting young professionals to live-work-play environments. Job growth has exceeded the national average and helps maintain a robust demand for apartments.
Knoxville: No Longer in Nashville’s Shadow?
Both investors and developers are actively seeking opportunities in the market, which is expected to add new units at a rate that has not been met since 2011.