America’s Commercial Real Estate Show recently delved into the multifamily market, a sector that continues to generate significant interest among investors. In this episode, the show host engaged in a fascinating conversation with Carl Whitaker, Chief Economist with RealPage. The episode kicked off with a reference to the upcoming 2025 C5 Plus CCIM Global Summit, […]
A recurring question in multifamily development involves the viability of 5-story projects. While zoning under the Live Local Act may allow for greater height and density, in practice, many sites face economic height constraints. That is, although taller buildings may be permitted, the marginal cost of construction per unit rises significantly with each additional story—often […]
Multifamily Market Insights: Navigating 2025 with Optimism and Strategy On a recent episode of America’s Commercial Real Estate Show, the host welcomed Greg Willett, Chief Economist, and Andrew Bowen, SVP of Strategic Partnerships—both from LeaseLock—to unpack the state of the multifamily market. Their in-depth discussion illuminated the current challenges and future opportunities shaping the multifamily […]
Office-to-Residential Conversions: A Billion-Dollar Trend Shaping Urban Landscapes The transformation of office buildings into residential properties is gaining momentum, exemplified by a $1 billion venture spearheaded by Dune Real Estate Partners and developer TF Cornerstone. This initiative, discussed here recently on CNBC’s Squawk Box with Dune Real Estate Partners CEO Dan Neidich, highlights the evolving […]
In a recent episode of America’s Commercial Real Estate Show, the show’s host engaged with Carl Whitaker, Director of Research & Analysis, Market Analytics at RealPage, to discuss the multifamily housing market. Their conversation explored current trends, market forecasts, and challenges facing multifamily properties in the U.S., offering valuable insights for investors, developers, and industry […]
The Discussion: Navigating the Dynamics of America’s Multifamily Real Estate Market In the realm of real estate, few sectors have captured investor interest and market attention quite like multifamily properties. Offering a blend of stability, demand, and potential for growth, multifamily real estate has been a favored asset class for many investors, particularly in the […]
Blackstone’s $10 Billion Real Estate Deal: A Shift in Market Dynamics In a move signaling confidence in the property market, Blackstone recently closed a significant deal worth approximately $10 billion for another apartment landlord with its purchase of Apartment Income REIT. This transaction underscores the real estate giant’s strategic decision to deploy capital amid changing […]
A Conversation on Innovative Solutions: Transforming Commercial Spaces into Residential Housing In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, adaptation is key. The conversation around repurposing commercial properties into residential spaces is gaining traction, offering innovative solutions to address housing shortages in urban areas. A recent dialogue sheds light on this transformative process. The setting for […]
Multifamily properties offered for sale generally go up on one or more listings platforms, one of which is the commercial MLS. It has seemed that there has been a rash of multifamily listings in recent weeks. Conveniently, the commercial MLS allows one to checks such a perception by viewing active listings counts over time, filtered […]
The Conversation: Navigating the Real Estate Landscape: Insights from Industry Experts In the realm of commercial real estate, staying informed about market trends, performance metrics, and investment opportunities is essential for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike. Recently, a conversation on “America’s Commercial Real Estate Show” delved into the multifamily and student housing sectors, providing […]
In the chart above of the Federal Reserve’s Multi-Family Real Estate Apartment Price Index,, retrieved from FRED (Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis) on February 9, 2024, one can see that multifamily prices have recently declined considerably. What also stands out is that this level of decline has only happened one other time since 1996, […]
The Discussion: Navigating the Challenges of Office to Multifamily Conversions: A Closer Look at Incentives Introduction: In a recent episode of “America’s Commercial Real Estate Show,” Guest Ron Gart with Seyfarth delves into the complexities and challenges of converting office properties to residential spaces. The conversation explores the current state of the commercial real estate […]
Carl Whitaker, Director of Research & Analysis, Market Analytics with RealPage, joins America’s Commercial Real Estate Show to discuss multifamily rent growth, occupancy expectations, new supply, and when multifamily performance may change. He notes that year over year stats may be negative nationally for September once it is reporting. He thinks that month or October […]
The Discussion: Exploring the Future of Multi-Family Real Estate: A Conversation with Caitlin Walter In a recent episode of “America’s Commercial Real Estate Show,” the host delved into the dynamic landscape of the multi-family real estate market. Joined by Caitlin Walter, VP of Research with the National Multi-Family Housing Council (NMHC), the conversation covered a […]
The Discussion: The State of the Multi-Family Market In a recent episode of America’s Commercial Real Estate Show, the host welcomes Carl Whitaker, Director of Research and Analysis at RealPage, to discuss the state of the multi-family real estate market. The conversation covers a range of topics, from recent performance trends to future projections and […]
A Conversation: The Trend of Converting Office Buildings to Residential Spaces: A Conversation with Architect John Cetra Introduction: In a recent episode of “America’s Commercial Real Estate Show” the host delves into the intriguing trend of converting office buildings into residential spaces. He interviews John Cetra, the co-founder of CetraRuddy, an architectural firm based in […]
