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Top 10 Emerging Self Storage Markets of 2026

Our annual list of the nation’s fastest‑rising metros, based on insights from Yardi Matrix.

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National Multifamily Report – February 2026

Advertised rents have been circling the same figure for 18 consecutive months, according to Yardi Matrix.

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What’s Driving All the REIT Mergers?

This isn’t a normal investment cycle, but specific market trends are driving the flurry of activity.

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Tampa Multifamily Report – February 2026

Occupancy is not budging despite the supply boom.

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Boston Multifamily Report – February 2026

Beantown rentals are giving mixed signals.

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Portland Multifamily Report – February 2026

Seasonal patterns and strong supply are taking their toll.

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Raleigh–Durham Multifamily Report – February 2026

While demand is healthy, the wave of new supply is still being absorbed.

Douglas Enclave

Top 10 Markets for Multifamily Transactions

These metros accounted for more than a third of last year’s total investment volume, according to Yardi Matrix information.

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Miami Multifamily Report – February 2026

The winter months brought some adjustments in South Florida.

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Los Angeles Multifamily Report – February 2026

Solid supply and sluggish asking rents are painting a complex picture.