Today in Multifamily Housing - Pod #30
August 15th, 2025

Welcome to Today in Multifamily Housing! In this game-changing episode, hosts Alex and Ben dive deep into the most significant multifamily market developments from August 14th, 2025.

🔥 This Week's Headlines:

• Record-Breaking Q2 Performance: The U.S. multifamily market just delivered its strongest second-quarter performance on record with 188,200 units in net absorption
• Market Fundamentals Shift: Demand vastly outpaced new supply (only 83,000 new deliveries), pushing vacancy rates down to 4.1%
• Rent Growth Returns: National asking rents rose 1.7% year-over-year - the largest increase since January 2023
• Regional Divergence: Midwest leads with 3.7% rent growth while Sunbelt markets still face headwinds from oversupply
• Opportunity Zone 2.0: New federal legislation permanently establishes OZ program with stricter rules and California/Texas dominance
• Policy Progress: The bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act advances, signaling federal commitment to addressing supply challenges
• New Development Spotlight: The Botanist in Fairfax, VA - 260-unit luxury community with Green Globe certification

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Today in Multifamily Housing - Episode #29

Welcome to your essential daily briefing on the multifamily housing industry. In today's episode, hosts Alex and Ben dive deep into the most impactful news from August 13th, 2025.

Featured Stories: 

🏢 Major REIT Liquidation: Elme Communities announces strategic liquidation with $1.6B portfolio sale to Cortland Partners - what this means for public vs. private market valuations

💰 Affordable Housing Paradox: Why LIHTC projects are costing more per unit than luxury developments, with some reaching $880K per affordable unit

📊 Market Sentiment: NAHB developer confidence survey reveals mixed signals with subsidized housing driving the only positive trends

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Today in Multifamily Housing - Pod #28

Welcome to Today in Multifamily Housing, your essential daily briefing on the apartment industry's most important developments. In this episode, hosts Alex and Sarah break down the seismic shifts reshaping the multifamily landscape.

This Episode's Headlines: 🏗️ Construction Collapse: U.S. apartment construction plummets to decade lows with just 542,800 units under construction - less than half the 2023 peak of 1.1 million units

📉 Rent Relief Continues: Median asking rents fall for the 24th consecutive month, dropping 2.5% year-over-year to $1,712 for zero-to-two-bedroom units

🌎 Regional Reality Check: Austin sees construction volume cut in half, while Phoenix, Atlanta, and Dallas face major slowdowns

💰 Investment Activity: Despite challenges, significant deals continue with new projects in Houston and major acquisitions in Austin

⚠️ Future Warning Signs: Rising construction costs and new tariffs signal potential supply shortages ahead

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Listen now to understand how today's market shifts will impact tomorrow's opportunities.

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Today in Multifamily Housing - Episode #27

Episode Description:

Join hosts Sarah and Mike as they break down the biggest multifamily housing news and market developments. In this episode, we cover Harbor Group International's massive $740 million New England portfolio acquisition, positive growth trends in small multifamily, construction market dynamics, and regional spotlights from across the country.

Episode Highlights:

• Harbor Group's 2,719-unit portfolio deal with 97% historical occupancy
• Small multifamily sector shows resilience with positive Q2 growth
• Construction starts drop 30% while permits increase 13% YoY
• Austin market dynamics: growth vs. oversupply challenges
• Financing activity surges 66% year-over-year in Q2 2025
• Market outlook: navigating the transition period ahead

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Episode Description

Welcome to Episode 26 of Today in Multifamily Housing, where we cut through the noise to bring you the insights that matter most in today's dynamic rental market.

In this episode, hosts Alex and Ben dive deep into the contradictory forces shaping the multifamily landscape. We explore CBRE Research's groundbreaking report revealing record-breaking apartment demand, with Q2 2025 marking the highest net absorption ever recorded at 188,200 units—a stunning 44% increase over pre-pandemic averages.

Key Topics Covered:

• Historic Demand Surge: How the 2:1 leasing-to-completion ratio is reshaping market dynamics
• The Supply Wave: Understanding the 525,000-600,000 unit tsunami hitting the market in 2025
• Developer Sentiment Split: Why current operators are optimistic while future builders remain cautious
• Regional Rent Realities: The stark divide between Midwest growth and Sun Belt declines
• Market Timing: Balancing today's opportunities against tomorrow's challenges

From Chicago's robust 3.8% rent growth to Austin's concerning -4.3% decline, we break down the regional variations that are defining winners and losers in today's market. Plus, we examine why construction starts have plummeted 40% from their peak and what this means for the industry's future.

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Join us as we connect the dots between record demand, historic supply waves, and the strategic decisions that will define the next phase of multifamily housing.

Duration: 6 minutes 31 seconds
Hosts: Alex & Ben
Release Date: August 11, 2025

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Description:

Welcome to Today in Multifamily Housing, where we keep you ahead of the curve in apartment development, management, and investment. In this episode, hosts Alex and Jen dive deep into the latest multifamily developments and a groundbreaking report that's reshaping how we think about amenities.

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Episode Highlights:

🏗️ Major Development News:

• Urby breaks ground on 345-unit luxury tower in Hoboken, NJ, featuring world-class landscape design by Notre Dame Cathedral architect Bas Smets
• Better Housing Coalition launches $60M Colbrook Community in Chester, VA - transforming a historic Green Book motel site into 160 affordable homes
• JLL arranges $131M bridge loan for Northern New Jersey multifamily property
• Market confidence continues to strengthen across the sector

📱 Technology Revolution:

• Deep dive into Rently's 2025 Smart Apartment Trends Report
• 58% of renters would sacrifice pools and gyms for smart home technology
• Safety drives demand: 41% want smart tech primarily for security, not convenience
• Premium pricing power: 65% willing to pay extra, 52% comfortable with $20+ monthly increase
• The trust gap: Only 9% fully trust smart technology without reservations

Key Takeaways:

• The multifamily sector spans from luxury lifestyle brands to critically needed affordable housing
• Smart home technology is rapidly becoming a baseline expectation, not a luxury amenity
• Operators must balance robust security features with resident privacy concerns
• The definition of "premium amenity" is shifting from physical spaces to digital experiences

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Today in Multifamily Housing - Episode #24

Episode Description:

Welcome back to Today in Multifamily Housing, the show that keeps you ahead of the curve in the world of apartment investing, development, and management. In this episode, hosts Alex and Ben dive deep into the latest market developments that are shaping the multifamily landscape.

What You'll Learn:

• Market Resilience: How multifamily continues to outperform other commercial real estate sectors, with over 136,000 units absorbed in Q2 while office markets struggle
• Major Investment News: Harbor Group International's massive $740 million acquisition of 2,700+ units across Greater Boston and what it signals for the market
• Technology Revolution: Real case studies showing how smart home technology is boosting NOI by 17% through energy savings and operational efficiency
• Smart Building Solutions: The strategic impact of smart locks, thermostats, and leak detectors on property operations and resident satisfaction
• Modern Amenities: How the amenity race has evolved beyond pools and gyms to focus on wellness, community building, and flexible workspaces
• Market Normalization: Understanding the shift toward more balanced rental markets with moderate rent growth and increased tenant incentives

Key Topics Covered: ✅ Office-to-multifamily conversions creating new housing supply
✅ Smart technology as investment strategy, not just resident convenience
✅ The rise of co-working spaces and "third places" in multifamily properties
✅ Pet-friendly amenities becoming mainstream expectations
✅ Community building through resident programming and events

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Thought-Provoking Question: In a world where technology can automate so much of the resident experience, what is the new, irreplaceable role of the human touch in property management?

🎧 Listen Now: [Audio Link Available]

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Episode Description:

Welcome to another dynamic episode of Today in Multifamily Housing! In this power-packed episode, hosts Alex and Ben dive deep into the latest industry developments that are reshaping the multifamily landscape.

🔥 What We're Covering:

💰 BLOCKBUSTER DEAL ALERT: Elme Communities shakes up the market with a massive $1.6 billion portfolio sale to Cortland, marking the first step in their complete liquidation plan. We break down what this means for the Mid-Atlantic and Georgia markets and explore the strategic thinking behind this bold move.

🏗️ CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION: Discover how modular construction finally unlocked Prescott Station in Oakland - a 235-unit affordable housing project that sat in development limbo for nearly a decade. Learn why this innovative approach could be the key to solving the affordable housing crisis.

🤖 TECH & WELLNESS REVOLUTION: From AI-powered leasing agents to meditation rooms and biophilic design, we explore how smart technology and wellness-focused amenities are completely redefining the resident experience. Plus, we tackle the big question: How much privacy are you willing to trade for ultimate convenience?

🌅 SPONSOR MESSAGE: This episode is brought to you by Sunrise Signs, where every sign tells a story — including yours. Want multifamily signage that supports your timeline and reflects your property's vision? Visit sunrisesigns.com to get started.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

• Major market consolidation trends
• Modular construction breakthrough stories
• Next-generation smart home technologies
• Wellness amenities that drive retention
• Privacy vs. convenience debate

Join Alex and Ben as they keep you on the cutting edge of apartment living, investment, and innovation!

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Duration: 7:39 | Hosts: Alex & Ben | Episode: #23

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🎧 NEW EPISODE: Today in Multifamily Housing - Episode #22

The multifamily market is full of contradictions right now - and we break it all down.

🔥 What's Inside This Episode:

📈 Record-Breaking Absorption - Over 116,000 units absorbed in Q2 2025 (one of the strongest quarters on record) while vacancy rates hit 7%+ nationally. We explain why both can be true.

💰 $1.6B Portfolio Move - Deep dive into Elme Communities' massive liquidation to Cortland and what those 5.7% cap rates signal about current market valuations.

🏢 Denver Case Study - How national trends play out locally: 6,000 units absorbed (3x the 10-year average) and the emerging "flight to quality" phenomenon affecting Class A, B, and C properties differently.

📉 Construction Reality Check - Multifamily starts down 74% from peak. Are we setting up the next housing shortage in 24-36 months?

🤝 Innovation in Affordable Housing - How creative public-private partnerships (like Amazon's Housing Equity Fund backing) are preserving workforce housing in high-cost markets.

The Big Question We Leave You With: With the development pipeline shrinking but renter demand staying robust, what happens when the supply finally runs dry?

🎙️ Listen Now: [Audio Link] 👀 Duration: 9+ minutes of actionable market intelligence

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Today in Multifamily Housing keeps you ahead of the curve in apartment investing and management.

Episode Description:

Welcome to Today in Multifamily Housing, Pod #21! Join hosts Alex and Ben on Friday, August 1st, 2025, as they dive deep into the latest developments shaping the multifamily real estate industry.

🏢 Episode Highlights:

Market Analysis: "Multifamily in Neutral" Explore the current state of the multifamily market through a comprehensive mid-year reassessment. Our hosts break down why industry experts are calling 2025 a year of "recalibration" rather than retreat, examining the tug-of-war between high capital costs and unwavering rental demand.

Major Development News:

• Core Spaces' Bold Move: Massive mixed-use towers planned for Columbia, South Carolina, combining market-rate apartments with student housing in a "live-learn-play" ecosystem
• Manhattan Mega-Deal: Bushberg's $320 million financing for converting 80 Pine Street into 700+ residential units - a prime example of adaptive reuse at scale

Industry Recognition: Asset Living claims the #2 spot in Multi-Housing News' Top 50 Multifamily Property Management Firms of 2025, highlighting the critical importance of operational excellence in today's challenging market.

🎯 Key Topics Covered

• Interest rates and negative leverage impacts
• Construction starts down 30% from peak levels
• National occupancy holding steady at 94.5%
• The rise of suburban, low-to-mid-density developments
• Office-to-residential conversion trends
• Property management innovation and efficiency

💭 Thought-Provoking Question

What will be the next big, innovative strategy that successfully breaks through the market's inertia and gets capital flowing again?

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