JERSEY CITY, NJ — Bayfront Development Partners, a joint venture between Pennrose and Paths Development, has broken ground on Bayfront Promenade, the first building in the mixed-use, mixed-income Bayfront redevelopment project in Jersey City. The six-story Bayfront Promenade will feature 210 units, 167 of which are set aside for low- and moderate-income households. These include 74 units designated for families earning up to 60 percent of area median income (AMI) and 93 units for families earning up to 120 percent of AMI. A construction timeline for Promenade was not released, …
Lynn Peisner
INDIANAPOLIS — Thompson Thrift has broken ground on The Union at Fishers District, the final phase of the developer’s master-planned development in the Indianapolis suburb of Fishers. This phase will include luxury multifamily as well as 57,000 square feet of retail, restaurant and entertainment space; 70,000 square feet of Class A office space; and a 135-room AC Hotel by Marriott. The multifamily component is called Union Flats. It is a 251-unit community with ground-floor retail space that is slated for completion by late 2026, which is approximately when the rest …
WHEAT RIDGE, COLO. — Evergreen Devco has sold Outlook Table Mesa, a 250-unit development in Wheat Ridge, for $97 million. The buyer was FJ Management. Dave Martin and Brian Mooney of Northmarq’s Denver office negotiated the sale on behalf of Evergreen. Situated within the Clear Creek Crossing mixed-use development, Outlook Table Mesa offers a clubhouse featuring a business lounge, a fitness center, electric-vehicle charging stations and a secure mail room with package lockers and a dedicated space for oversized deliveries. Outdoor amenities include a hot tub and a resort-style pool …
APOPKA, FLA. — Affordable housing developer Dominium has acquired land in Apopka for the development of The Mira. The community will provide 300 rent-restricted homes for families in the Orlando metropolitan area. Apopka is about 20 miles northwest of downtown Orlando. Units are reserved for tenants earning between 50 and 80 percent of area median income. A construction timeline was not disclosed. Upon completion, The Mira will offer 96 one-bedroom, 132 two-bedroom and 72 four-bedroom apartment homes. The community will also feature a range of amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness …
SEATTLE — Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed House Bill 1217, which limits yearly rent increases for existing tenants in Washington state to 7 percent plus inflation or 10 percent, whichever is lower. Landlords can still adjust rent by higher amounts for new tenants. The bill also limits rent increases for manufactured homes to 5 percent per year. HB 1217, as well as several other bills, were signed on May 7 at the Blake House affordable housing high rise in downtown Seattle. The bill automatically became law upon signing. Other …
COLUMBUS, OHIO — Woda Cooper Cos. and co-developer Community Development for All People have opened Columbus Renaissance Housing, a 46-unit affordable housing property in Columbus. Units are reserved for tenants earning up to 60 percent of area median income, which amounts to an annual salary of $61,980 for a family of four. The development of Columbus Renaissance Housing was funded by a combination of public and private investment from entities including the City of Columbus, Franklin County, the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, the Affordable Housing Trust for Columbus & Franklin …
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Berkadia has arranged a fixed-rate, five-year Fannie Mae loan for $35.8 million for Tay Investments to refinance 829 Garfield in Jersey City. The 110-unit property, with ground-floor retail space including a daycare center, was built in 2022. Ten percent of the units are designated as affordable, but rent restrictions were not disclosed. The property offers two- and three-bedroom units with stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, heated bathroom flooring and private patios. Some units have direct views of New York City.
NASHVILLE, TENN. — Tishman Speyer has acquired 2010 West End Avenue for $112 million. The 25-story, 358-unit property was developed by CA Ventures in 2021 in the Midtown area of Nashville, within walking distance to Vanderbilt University. Tishman Speyer’s acquisition was financed in part by a $67.2 million loan from Corebridge. 2010 West End Avenue includes 6,000 square feet of ground-floor retail. Units are offered as studios, one- or two-bedroom floor plans. A rooftop pool, hot tub, a fitness center and dog run are among the amenities. The asset is …
By Jose Torres The United States is in the grip of a deepening housing crisis. Across the country, there is a shortage of 7.3 million rental homes that are both affordable and available to lower-income renters. While affordable housing initiatives and development are primarily geared toward addressing this gap, the impact of the shortage extends far beyond shelter. Affordable housing doesn’t just provide stable, accessible homes, it is a powerful engine for economic growth and prosperity, fueling long-term job creation, supporting local businesses and strengthening stability. A Powerful Job-Creation Cycle …
By Annette Valle, founder and CEO, Social Kapture In today’s competitive multifamily housing market, property owners and managers who rely solely on intuition to guide their social media and digital marketing decisions are leaving significant leasing opportunities on the table. While industry experience is valuable, the most successful multifamily professionals are turning to data analytics to inform their strategies and maximize return on investment. As the founder of a social media agency specializing in the multifamily industry, I’ve seen how shifting from gut-based decisions to data-driven strategies can transform marketing …