By Randall Towb of Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) Texas multifamily owners and developers are utilizing all-climate variable capacity heat pumps and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems for heating and air-conditioning (HVAC) needs in their low-rise, mid-rise and high-rise buildings. These systems deliver on both resident satisfaction and building owners’ return on investment (ROI) thanks to key benefits such as energy performance, zoned comfort, design flexibility, quiet operation, reduced maintenance and advanced controls and monitoring. In addition to resident comfort and ROI, these all-electric systems align with growing concerns …
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CHICAGO — Greystone has provided a $120 million Fannie Mae loan for the acquisition of Fulbrix Apartments, a 375-unit apartment tower located at 160 N. Elizabeth St. in Chicago’s Fulton Market. The 27-story property features 375 units. Eric Rosenstock and Jesse Yodice of Greystone originated the financing on behalf of the borrower, Normandy Real Estate. The loan features a 10-year term with seven years of interest-only payments. The $170 million purchase marked Chicago’s largest multifamily sales transaction since 2023, according to Greystone.
CHICAGO — A joint venture between Leopardo Cos. and GMA Construction Group has broken ground on 79 W. Monroe, an office-to-multifamily conversion project in Chicago. The project will comprise the transformation of the Rector Building, a 14-story commercial asset in The Loop, into a mixed-use community. The property was originally built in 1905 and is the oldest surviving commercial structure designed by Chicago architect Jarvis Hunt. The renovation project includes converting seven floors to create 117 apartments, with 41 units designated as affordable housing. The property will also feature a …
CHICAGO — The Apartment Source (TAS), a real estate firm specializing in multifamily leasing, has merged its property management division with Westward360, a property manager for rental asset owners and community associations. The merger brings together two companies in the Chicago real estate market. According to a release, Westward360’s reputation in property management will help TAS expand into new Chicago and suburban markets, while Westward360 will broaden its portfolio.
GLEN CARBON, ILL. — Mia Rose Holdings is nearing completion of Latitude 38 Apartments, a 144-unit development located in Glen Carbon, about 14 miles northeast of St. Louis. MBG is building the project, which is slated to open in May. Kunkel Wittenauer is handling leasing efforts. Amenities at Latitude 38 Apartments will include a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, dog park, walking trails, grills and electric vehicle charging stations. The property is part of the larger Meridian Plaza, a 44-acre mixed-use development.
FARGO, N.D. — Gindi Equities has acquired Amber Valley Apartments, a 162-unit property in Fargo, for an undisclosed price. Built in 2001, Amber Valley Apartments consists of 162 units that range from one- to three-bedroom floor plans. Gindi plans to launch a renovation program at the community, upgrading both interior spaces and common areas. The seller, Property Resources Group, will continue to manage and service the asset. The acquisition marks Gindi’s fourth purchase in the Fargo market in the past 12 months.
ROCKFORD, ILL. — Becovic Holdings Corp. has acquired The Arbors, a 254-unit community in Rockford, about 90 miles west of Chicago. The Arbors was built between 1966 and 1981. Amenities include a fitness room, business center, small community room and package room. The garden-style asset was 98 percent leased at the time of sale. Ralph DePasquale of Berkadia represented the seller in the deal. Both the buyer and seller are based in Illinois.
MAUSTON AND RACINE, WIS. — CBRE has arranged the sale of Riverwood Apartments and Biscayne Apartments, two communities totaling 112 units, for $10.1 million. An Iowa-based multifamily investor and developer purchased the assets from an Iowa-based multifamily investor. CBRE’s Max Colby, Sean Beuche, Matson Holbrook, Patrick Gallagher and Gretchen Richards represented the seller. Riverwood Apartments is located in Mauston, 70 miles northwest of Madison, Wisconsin. The property is situated just under two miles from Decorah Lake. Built in 1994, Riverwood Apartments consists of 32 units, which come in one-, two- …
OMAHA, NEB. — A joint venture between Eastham Capital and Bender Cos. has acquired The Colonial, a 258-unit community in Omaha. Eastham obtained a majority ownership in the deal through its current fund, Eastham Capital Fund VI LP. Bender, which has co-invested and partnered with Eastham on the project, will oversee the day-to-day management. Parker Stewart and Alex Malzone of Northmarq brokered the deal. The Colonial was built in 1967 and is currently 95 percent occupied. The average unit size is 902 square feet. Amenities include an outdoor pool, community …
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA — Greysteel has negotiated the $38 million sale of Polo Club Apartments in West Des Moines. Built in 1998, the community consists of 277 two-bedroom units. BJ Connolly, Zach Schneider and Ryan Carter of Greysteel represented the seller, Polo Club LLC/Premier Cos, in the deal. The undisclosed buyer represented itself and plans to conduct a full renovation of the property.