Century Living Breaks Ground on 227-Unit Verona Apartment Community Development Project in Highlands Ranch, Colorado

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO – Century Communities, a top 10 national homebuilder and industry leader in online sales, announced that Century Living, the Company’s fast-growing national multifamily division, has broken ground on its 227-unit Verona Apartments project in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
Steps from the Highline Canal Trail network and adjacent to major arterial roadways—allowing easy access to Denver’s largest employment hubs and the broader metro—the project will feature lavish amenities, thoughtful apartment interiors with smart home features, balconies on all units, plus select units with scenic views of the mountains. The multifamily development is anticipated to open and begin lease-up in the second half of 2023.
“With this project, we’re continuing to build on our mission of delivering high-quality multi-family developments with exceptional livability,” said Jim Francescon, President of Century Living. “Verona’s prime location and resort-style amenities reflect our commitment to a best-in-class, full-lifestyle experience for renters in the Denver Metro area.”

Harbor Group International Completes $180 Million Acquisition of 348-Unit Multifamily Portfolio in Long Beach, California

LONG BEACH, CA – Affiliates of Harbor Group International, a privately owned international real estate investment and management firm, announced the acquisition of the Long Beach Coastal Collection, a portfolio of multifamily communities in Long Beach, Calif., for $180 million. The portfolio consists of three mid-rise properties comprised of 348 apartments total. Geoff Boler of Eastdil Secured facilitated the transaction.
Located in the center of Long Beach, the properties are conveniently walkable to the beach and downtown Long Beach’s dining, retail and employment offerings. The portfolio is anchored by the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach, the busiest ports in the country which support more than 300,000 jobs in the Long Beach area. The communities are proximate to several of the area’s major highways, and are equidistant to the nearby employment centers of Los Angeles and Orange County.
“The Long Beach Coastal Collection is a strong addition to HGI’s West Coast portfolio given its central location in an established market that is experiencing renter demand for high quality apartment housing,” said Greg Heller, Managing Director of HGI. “We see significant opportunity for operational upside with this transaction, anticipating high occupancies and steady rent growth across the communities.”
Built in 2019 and 2020, the Long Beach Coastal Collection includes a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom units located within a three-minute drive of each other. The properties feature market-leading amenities such as a rooftop deck with panoramic views, 24-hour resort-quality fitness centers, resident lounges, a heated pool and spa, co-working space and gaming and entertainment rooms.
The Long Beach Coastal Collection is HGI’s eighth multifamily investment in Southern California.

Oaktree Capital and MG Properties Acquire 551-Unit Mixed-Use The Platform Urban Apartment Community in San Jose, California

SAN JOSE, CA – Funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, in a joint venture with MG Properties, have purchased The Platform Urban Apartments, a 551-unit community in San Jose, CA.
The Platform is a transit-oriented mixed-use community with 35,000 sf of ground floor retail, completed in 2019. Located in the Berryessa submarket of San Jose, The Platform is in a premier Bay Area location defined by strong employment growth by established and expanding global technology companies.
“We believe the Bay Area is poised for a recovery and is well priced in comparison to other markets,” MG Properties President Jeff Gleiberman said of MG Properties’ investment. “The Bay Area market is seeing explosive employment growth which we expect to drive multi-family demand.”
Jared Lazarus, managing director in Oaktree’s Real Estate Group, added, “We are excited about our partnership with MG Properties to acquire The Platform, which we believe is a high-quality asset in the attractive multi-family sector. This transit-oriented, luxury community asset will strongly benefit from the Bay Area’s continued economic recovery from the pandemic.”
The Platform Urban Apartments is a luxury community with an attractive contemporary design, an expansive resort-style common area amenity package, and well appointed, functional floorplans.
The sellers were represented by Eastdil Secured. The acquisition of the community was financed with a loan from TPG Real Estate Finance Trust Inc., an affiliate of alternative asset management firm TPG, arranged by Eastdil Secured.

GID Acquires Newly Built 409-Unit Uplund Apartment Community in Suburban Seattle Metropolitan Market of Kirkland

SEATTLE, WA – GID, a vertically-integrated real estate company with corporate offices in Atlanta, has announced the acquisition of Uplund Apartments located in Kirkland, WA, a suburb of Seattle. Built in 2021, the 409-unit community is managed by GID’s wholly-owned property management company, Windsor Communities, and has been rebranded Uplund at Totem Lake by Windsor.
The luxury development offers open-concept studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments that include stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, in-unit washers and dryers, and nine-foot ceilings.
The property also features coveted amenities including two landscaped terrace courtyards, outdoor gas firepits, BBQ grilling stations, outdoor TVs, and an outdoor nature walking trail, as well as resident lounges with entertaining kitchens and fireplaces, a fitness center, a dog wash station, and bike storage.
With Amazon and Microsoft world headquarters nearby and a short drive from The Village at Totem Lake, a vibrant shopping center, and a plethora of dining and entertainment options – residents will find the fantastic suburban location that offers the ideal work-play lifestyle.
Future residents can also expect outstanding customer service from Windsor Communities, which ranked number one in Overall Customer Service and Maintenance by the Kingsley Excellence Award Program in 2021.

Olympus Property Acquires 192-Unit Stone Gables Multifamily Community in Fayetteville Submarket of Raeford, North Carolina

RAEFORD, NC – Olympus Property announced the successful acquisition of Stone Gables, a 192-unit garden-style apartment community in Raeford, North Carolina, just outside of Fayetteville.
The property is strategically located in close proximity to some of the region’s most notable employers such as Fort Bragg, one of the largest military bases in the world with a workforce of more than 60,000 and estimated economic impact of over $13 billion. Other major nearby employers include the VA Healthcare Centers, Goodyear Tire, and Walmart Associates. Stone Gables is also within five minutes of the 401 retail corridor, with over 1 million square feet of retail space.
The property is well-positioned to capitalize on the region’s stable military-heavy economy and steady population growth. Limited new supply and pent-up demand will continue to drive rent growth over the foreseeable future, which has increased 12.4% over the last year.
Olympus Property, who operates the nearby community Heights at MacArthur Park, plans to leverage its local presence in the Fayetteville market. “Stone Gables will be the second asset we’ve acquired in Fayetteville this year. It’s a beautiful property in a market that’s experiencing strong rent growth paired with virtually no development pipeline. The positive market fundamentals and the economies of now having two properties makes this an excellent acquisition,” notes Travis Bertetto, Associate Director of Acquisitions at Olympus Property.
Completed in 2013, the Class A property features eight three-story apartment buildings spaciously situated on 12.83 acres. The property features a robust amenities package including a 24-hour fitness center, resort-style pool & sundeck, detached garages, picnic & grilling areas, resident park with playground, and off-leash dog park. Unit interiors include nine-foot ceilings, full size washers/dryers, granite kitchen and bathroom countertops, black appliances, and private patios/balconies. Olympus plans to further enhance the Class A property with an additional $1 million in capital over the next few years which in turn will add significant long-term value for its Partners.

Harbor Group International Completes $306 Million Acquisition of 617-Unit Avalon Green Apartment Community in Elmsford, New York

ELMSFORD, NY – Affiliates of Harbor Group International and Azure Partners announced their joint venture for the $306 million acquisition of Avalon Green, a garden-style multifamily community in Elmsford, New York. HGI plans to implement a $9.2 million capital improvement program across the community to refresh amenities and common areas and modernize select interior units.
Built in three phases in 1995, 2012 and 2016, respectively, the property totals 617 units and features a mix of townhouses, apartment homes and stacked flats. A portion of HGI’s capital improvement program will focus on updating the interiors in Phase I and Phase II of the community to include contemporary finishes.
Located in Westchester County, Avalon Green offers residents convenient commuter access to nearby employment centers, including New York City, Rockland County and Fairfield County. The property is near Interstate 287 and Saw Mill River Parkway, and is a 10-minute drive to the region’s Metro-North train station, providing direct service to Manhattan and Stamford, Conn. Westchester County also features several notable corporate campuses, including IBM, PepsiCo, Mastercard, Morgan Stanley and Regeneron.
“Avalon Green is an attractive fit for HGI’s multifamily portfolio given its strategic location between several employment centers and transportation options along with the significant value-add potential of the community,” said Richard Litton, President, HGI. “We see long-term demand fundamentals for the Westchester area as renters seek housing in suburban markets.”
Amenities offered at the property include two saltwater swimming pools, a clubhouse and resident lounge and detached garages.

Lincoln Avenue Capital Acquires 180-Unit Wyndham Pointe Affordable Housing Community in Columbia, South Carolina

COLUMBIA, SC – Lincoln Avenue Capital, a mission-driven acquirer and developer of affordable housing, announced that it acquired Wyndham Pointe Apartments and will continue to reserve 100% of the units for low-income residents in the Columbia community.
“Lincoln Avenue Capital is proud to continue growing our nationwide affordable housing portfolio in communities where quality, sustainable homes are needed,” said LAC CEO Jeremy Bronfman. “This acquisition preserves affordable residences and improves the environmental profile of Wyndham Pointe.”
Columbia has limited affordable housing options for individuals and families. The statewide affordable housing crisis has created long waiting lists for housing relief and a financial burden for residents whose wages have not kept pace with escalating rents in South Carolina. Data shows that the cost of a one-bedroom apartment in Columbia increased 21% over the course of a year.
“Our investment will preserve the affordability of Wyndham Pointe for generations of Columbia residents to come,” said LAC Associate Brian Moloney. “We are excited to use this opportunity to create a more sustainable property.”
As part of Lincoln Avenue Capital’s commitment to sustainability and green building practices, the team is incorporating water saving fixtures into Wyndham Pointe. The upgraded water fixtures will reduce water usage on the property by up to 40%.
LAC worked with the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) to ensure a safe transfer of ownership for long-term quality homes. The acquisition was financed through a loan from the National Equity Fund, which has supported previous LAC acquisitions across a wide range of national markets.
The property, originally built in 2007, includes 180 units and offers community amenities including an exercise room, clubhouse, business center with computer access, playground, and swimming pool.

MG Properties Completes $193 Million Acquisition of 333-Unit Eleanor Luxury Apartment Community in Milpitas, California

MILPITAS, CA – MG Properties, a private San Diego-based real estate investor, owner, and operator purchased Eleanor Apartments, a 333-unit community Milpitas, CA for $193 million.
The community is in a premier Bay Area location defined by strong employment growth and desirability. Eleanor is a transit-oriented mixed use community with 10,000 sf of ground floor retail, completed in 2021. This luxury community has an attractive contemporary design and robust set of common area amenities, and residents can easily access a variety of walkable dining and entertainment options surrounding the property.
“We are pleased to be further growing our long-term presence in the Bay Area, a market that has strong potential for recovery after the impacts of the Covid crisis”, said Jeff Gleiberman, MG Properties’ President.
The sellers, SummerHill Apartment Communities, The Resmark Companies, and Kennedy Wilson, were represented by Philip Saglimbeni, Stanford Jones, Salvatore Saglimbeni, and Alexander Tartaglia from Institutional Property Advisors. Financing was provided by Fannie Mae and arranged by Brian Eisendrath and Cameron Chalfant of Institutional Property Advisors.

ACRE Breaks Ground on 331-Unit Pepper Hall Apartment Community in Fast-Growing Greater Savannah Market of Bluffton-Hilton Head

HILTON HEAD, SC – ACRE, a global real estate private equity firm, announced it has broken ground on Pepper Hall Multifamily, a high-end 331-unit multifamily property in Bluffton-Hilton Head, South Carolina. The project is being developed in partnership with Charleston, SC-based Southeast Partners. With construction underway, Pepper Hall is scheduled to officially open in Spring 2024.
Located 11 miles west of Hilton Head Island within a newly developed, mixed-use master-planned community, Pepper Hall will feature a mix of one- and two-bedroom residences, with an average size of 938 square feet. Unit interiors will feature best-in-class finishes and smart-home technology. Residents of Pepper Hall will have access to a full suite of high-quality amenities including a clubhouse, resort-style pool, fitness center, yoga studio with Fitness-on-Demand, and pocket parks adjacent to each building.
ACRE remains focused on identifying unique multifamily and single-family development opportunities in high-growth coastal markets in the Southeast, said Bret Hewett, Vice President of Acquisitions for ACRE. We re very excited to partner with an accomplished firm in Southeast Partners to bring our vision for this development to life, and we’re thrilled to expand our footprint to an under-supplied submarket situated in a region that continues to see healthy economic growth and exceptionally strong demand for affordable high-quality apartments.
Pepper Hall is located less than 20 miles northeast of Savannah, Georgia, in one of the Southeast s fastest growing regions. Since 2000, the market has seen its population increase by approximately 55 percent, as residents continue to relocate to the area due to its attractive lifestyle, access to various outdoor amenities including the Atlantic Coast, and low cost-of-living.
Through a series of equity and debt funds, ACRE manages more than $3.2 billion in assets across private real estate investments and loans. The firm specializes in value-add, multifamily opportunities and invests in workforce and affordable housing assets in strategic growth markets. ACRE s unique approach to managing its diverse portfolio of multifamily properties includes an intentional focus on creating added value for residents that extends beyond the four walls of their homes. By establishing a sense of community among residents through socially impactful investments and sustainable green measures, ACRE effectively improves tenant retention and generates stable, cash-flowing properties.

Security Properties and Tokyu Land Completes $78.5 Million Acquisition of 248-Unit Summit Riverside Apartments in Littleton, Colorado

SEATTLE, WA – Security Properties and Tokyu Land US Corporation purchased Summit Riverside, a multifamily property located in Littleton, CO for $78,500,000. Security Properties now owns five market-rate assets totaling over 1,500 units in Colorado, having successfully sold two prior assets in 2020 & 2021. The Property is Tokyu’s first investment in the Denver MSA.
Summit Riverside consists of 248 units spread out across 21 residential buildings located directly adjacent to the South Platte River. The residential units are a mix of studio, one and two-bedroom floorplans with an average unit size of 777 SF.
The Property is located in Littleton, Colorado on the South Platte River. The site is best characterized by its mature landscaping and park-like feel that offers direct access to the Mary Carter Greenway and Platte River trails, which connect to downtown Denver and to the metro area’s extensive network of hiking and biking trails. Littleton features charming main streets, an emphasis on outdoor recreation, and convenient public transit options. Located just 20 minutes outside of downtown Denver and 15 minutes away from the Denver Technological Center (DTC) Business Corridor, residents and businesses alike are drawn to the high quality of life in the area while still enjoying the convenient amenities of a major metropolitan area.
Summit Riverside is surrounded by major retail including three shopping centers and walking distance to King Soopers, providing residents with quick access to many major necessities. Additionally, Historic Downtown Littleton is less than five minutes from the property, offering boutique shopping, quality dining, and additional entertainment options.
According to Tad Johnson, Director at Security Properties, “Summit Riverside is a strong example of one of our primary investment theses, which is to identify desirable and well located Properties within supply constrained submarkets. The unique site-plan offers an attractive setting for Security Properties to make needed improvements to the physical asset. We are very excited to add Summit Riverside to our greater Denver portfolio and look forward to delivering compelling returns to our investors over our hold.”
Ben Cherney, Vice President of Acquisitions for Tokyu Land Corporation added “We are very excited to expand the TLUS footprint with our entry into the Denver market. This investment checks all our boxes: 1. Great location, 2. Opportunity to add value, 3. Great partner. We look forward to being a part of improving this asset and in turn, the living experience for our residents.”
The property will be managed by Security Properties-affiliate Security Properties Residential.