Development
What’s happened to the distressed multifamily market?
As the great recession peaked, and portfolios were reassessed, we anticipated a vast sell-off of distressed multifamily communities or their notes. But a funny thing happened on the way to the fire sale: Many properties didn’t show up.
In Wake of Oil Spill, Vacant Units in New Orleans Gobbled Up by Corporate Housing
New Orleans–As devastating as the oil spill is, it seems to have created a mini job-boom in the state of Louisiana.
Vancouver’s Big Win
Unlike some other Olympic Villages, the newly named Millennium Water is a permanent installation, on track to becoming Canada’s first LEED Platinum neighborhood
Learning in the Field
A master’s in real estate programs combines classroom study with a heavy dose of reality.
Population Boom
Grubb & Ellis Apartment REIT’s Jay Olander notes that the United States will be home to 94 million more people in 2030 than in 2000.
Rent Control: An Intelligent Discourse is Needed
Moving forward toward a more balanced approach.
On Location: West Village Apartments, Durham, N.C.
West Village residents prefer an urban setting to the suburbs, and they enjoy walking or riding their bikes to nearby destinations.
A Winding Path Ahead
Despite a state budget crisis and an uncertain gubernatorial future, San Francisco’s reputation as a creative hub could make it as good as gold for investment opportunities.
Finishing Touches Seal the Deal
Cost-effective amenities offer an edge in competition for residents
Get Your ‘A’ Game On
The race is hard—so don’t neglect cosmetic improvements and lifestyle community trends


