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Spectrum Sells Charlotte Apartments for $63M

The sale of the 322-unit Class A community is the seller’s second disposition of a recently delivered asset in the Carolinas this summer.

Waterton Reenters Austin With 950-Unit Acquisition

After exiting the market in 2015, the company has now acquired three communities in Texas’ capital, 14 miles north of the metro’s CBD, betting on a value-add strategy.

Arbor Realty Originates $50M Refi for Chicago-Area Assets

Two recently renovated suburban Chicago properties built in the 1970s have received Fannie Mae refinancing following the conclusion of major value-add programs.

The Beach Co. Catches Some Sun in the Carolinas

The firm’s Dan Doyle explains why the area will continue to play a starring role in the nation’s economic growth and weighs in on the biggest challenge for multifamily developers.

Developers Close on $38M in Financing for DC Project

Located next to an historic theater in Washington, D.C.’s Deanwood neighborhood, The Strand Residences will deliver 86 affordable units by January 2021.

Origin Investments Breaks Ground on $69M Colorado Apartments

Built in a joint venture with Massimino Development, the 280-unit community will also include affordable housing for residents making 60 percent or less of the area’s median income.

Steadfast’s REIT Merger Creates Firm with $3.3B in Assets

Steadfast Apartment REIT has acquired three affiliated REITs in separate stock-for-stock, tax-free transactions. The deal is expected to close in 2020.

Affordable Senior Housing Project Wraps Up in NYC

Foxy Management and Alembic Community Development built the Bronx project, 1880 Boston Road, in conjunction with city organizations. The 168-unit property has a price tag of about $77.8 million.

Cushman & Wakefield Represents Fifield Cos. in Chicago Deal

Jason Stevens and Todd Stofflet arranged the sale of Luxe on Chicago and secured one of the highest per-unit prices in the city’s West Town neighborhood.

Q&A: Sustainable Operations Practices From FirstService Residential

Kelly Dougherty, director of energy management at FS Energy, explains how the company handles expenses and maximizes operating budgets to enhance building efficiencies.