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Average effective rent in northern New Jersey
From the MagazinesMarket ReportsNew JerseyNortheast

Why North Jersey is More Than NYC’s Affordable Neighbor

by Channing Hamilton

Stability is a defining characteristic of the Northern New Jersey multifamily market. Unlike some markets that are prone to dramatic booms and busts, the region has long benefited from a diverse economy, proximity to New York City, an educated workforce and a steady flow of young professionals and families seeking high-paying jobs.  These fundamentals have allowed North Jersey to thrive over the past few years, with immigration fueling population growth and new industry clusters producing new jobs. These trends will drive demand for rental housing and allow investors to find …

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1901 Project in Chicago
From the MagazinesIllinoisMarket ReportsMidwest

Smart Investors Are Betting on Chicago

by Channing Hamilton

The Chicago multifamily market has had a tough time competing for the spotlight amid a rush to the Sun Belt, but it has a lot going for it. Chicago is a steadily growing market with durable demand that is rarely outpaced by new supply. As a result, its occupancy and rent growth exceed national averages.  In most other parts of the country, deliveries have been dominated by luxury units. Not so in Chicago. The metro area is a well-balanced market where there are attractive rental options for all segments of …

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Firefly in Dallas
From the MagazinesMarket ReportsOperationsTexas

Will Dallas Rents Make a Comeback This Year?

by Channing Hamilton

There is a lot for a multifamily investor to like about Dallas. The metro area has benefitted from a steady influx of new companies and new jobs for the past decade, and there is no sign that this growth is letting up.  In the past five years alone, Frontier Communications (2023), Caterpillar (2022), AECOM (2021) and CBRE (2020) have all moved their corporate headquarters to Dallas, and the area has become a major U.S. financial hub, second only to New York City and Chicago. JP Morgan Chase now has more …

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Cityville on 9th in Des Moines, Iowa
IowaMarket ReportsMidwest

The Explanation Behind Des Moines’ Pervasive Expansion

by Channing Hamilton

Solid market fundamentals have been difficult to find, with complexities in today’s markets including high insurance premiums, inflated costs and pressures on rents. As with similar cycles in the past, multifamily markets across the Midwest have shown their strength with muted supply, recession-resistant employment diversification and, in a few instances, solid population growth. And among these markets, Des Moines has proven to be exceptionally reliable. Once considered a small but solid capital city, Des Moines has continued to grow over the past two decades — and so has the city’s …

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Westwood Apartments in Jacksonville, Florida
FloridaMarket ReportsSoutheast

Why Renters Will Rush to North and Central Florida Metros in 2025

by Channing Hamilton

Investors are attracted to the fundamentals underpinning North and Central Florida’s multifamily market for good reason.  Even before the pandemic, Tampa and Orlando — the region’s two largest metros — were in growth mode, with large corporate relocations and expansions driving demand for housing. Florida’s population surge between 2020 and 2022 accelerated that process. The state had the highest net migration increase in the country, gaining about a quarter of a million new residents in 2022 alone.  Orlando and Tampa ranked fourth and fifth, respectively, among the top 10 metros nationally …

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FinanceInvestment SalesMarket ReportsNew JerseyNortheast

Investors, Take Note of New Jersey’s Millennial, Commuter Renter Demand

by Channing Hamilton

The New Jersey multifamily market continues to outperform across a variety of metrics. The state’s high population density combined with its proximity to major metropolitan areas like New York City and Philadelphia have bolstered demand for rental units, particularly among young professionals and commuters.  In addition to these factors, the region exhibits strong demographics that support the growth and stability of the multifamily market. This is in part due to the regional proximity to some of the country’s best universities, making New Jersey residents exceptionally well-educated.  Only three states have …

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Slate at Fishers District in Indianapolis
DevelopmentFinanceIndianaInvestment SalesMarket ReportsMidwest

Indianapolis Employment Growth Leads to Spike in Renter Demand

by Channing Hamilton

Known as the crossroads of America, Indianapolis offers a unique intersection of affordability, industry and Midwestern charm. According to research from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, 2.14 million people — or nearly one out of every three Hoosiers — lives in the Indianapolis metro region. Indianapolis’ growth rate last year outpaced Cincinnati, Louisville, Kentucky, Cleveland, Detroit and Chicago. It’s not hard to see why, especially when looking at the economic opportunities within the region and the state as a whole. Several Fortune 500 companies, such as Eli Lilly, the …

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Bill Ketcham, The Mogharebi Group
DevelopmentFinanceInvestment SalesLeasing & MarketingMarket ReportsNevadaWestern

Development Boom has Turned Nevada into a Renter’s Market

by Channing Hamilton

The Nevada multifamily market, which is primarily made up of Reno and Las Vegas, faced significant challenges in 2023, particularly due to rising interest rates and a slowdown in sales volume.  Rents declined by approximately 8 percent since their peak in the fourth quarter of 2021. Despite these setbacks, investors remain attracted to multifamily properties in Nevada, buoyed by the state’s favorable economic indicators and potential for long-term returns.  However, supply constraints and rising construction costs pose ongoing challenges that could impact future market growth. Nonetheless, the Nevada multifamily market …

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Metro Austin Construction, Vacancy, Rent Growth Trends
DevelopmentFinanceInvestment SalesLeasing & MarketingMarket ReportsTexas

Austin Investors Feel Pains of Overbuilding

by Channing Hamilton

Austin has distinguished itself as one of the youngest markets in the nation, with a large portion of its population falling within the working-age bracket. Notably, individuals ages 25 to 34 comprise the largest segment of residents, making rental housing pivotal to support this demographic.  Population growth was exacerbated during the COVID pandemic and in the years immediately following. Within a short timeframe, Austin experienced a substantial influx of residents, driven partly by the relocation of numerous well-known companies, such as Oracle, Google and Tesla.  These organizations moved out of …

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Ryan Duling, senior managing director, Lucent
DevelopmentFinanceInvestment SalesMarket ReportsMidwestOhio

Why Columbus is a Hidden Gem

by Channing Hamilton

­Contrary to popular belief, not everyone seeking a better lifestyle moves to Atlanta or Houston. If you live in the Midwest, Columbus has become a prime destination, especially for young people.  The metro has a reputation for being more modern, cosmopolitan and affordable than its other Ohio peers like Cincinnati and Cleveland. U.S. News & World Report ranks Columbus among the top 30 “Most Fun Places to Live in the United States.”  Then it should come as no surprise that according to a new Bank of America report, Columbus tied with Austin …

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