Category: build to rent
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2024 Rental Market Report: Miami Leads, But Midwest Momentum Builds
The 2024 rental market has been defined by fierce competition, with strong demand meeting limited availability across many metros. While Miami remains at the top, rising supply and increased affordability in the Midwest are signaling a geographic shift in rental dynamics—one that real estate investors and developers should watch closely. National Snapshot: Demand Holds Steady…
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Best Cities for Renters as Minimum Wages Rise and Housing Costs Decline
Renters across the U.S. are beginning to see some relief. As rents continue to decline and minimum wages rise in key metros, the rental market is becoming slightly more affordable—offering hope to those grappling with high housing costs. According to a new Realtor.com® report, the median rent in the 50 largest metro areas dropped to…
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Why More Americans Are Choosing to Rent: CBRE Unpacks the Trend
The dream of homeownership is facing a significant affordability challenge, with more Americans opting to rent rather than buy. According to a new report by CBRE, the cost of buying a home remains substantially higher than renting, creating a wide financial gap that’s unlikely to close entirely in the near future. For real estate developers…
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Wall Street’s Billions Fuel Build-to-Rent Boom Amid Housing Affordability Crisis
As homeownership becomes increasingly elusive, Wall Street is reshaping the housing market by investing billions in build-to-rent communities. These single-family rental neighborhoods are rising as an alternative to traditional homeownership, particularly in Sunbelt states, where demand for affordable living is surging. A Solution for a Housing Shortage or a Missed Opportunity? The U.S. housing market…
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Weekly Housing Market Update: A Balanced Market Awaits in 2025
The U.S. housing market is on the brink of a transformation. According to Realtor.com’s 2025 Housing Forecast, the upcoming year is expected to mark the first full year of a balanced housing market since 2016. For nearly a decade, the market has leaned heavily toward sellers, but 2025 promises gains in both home prices and…
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Big Differences in Apartment Rent Gains Highlight Oversupply: What Real Estate Developers and Investors Need to Know
The multifamily rental market is painting a strikingly mixed picture. According to recent data from CoStar, while annual multifamily rent growth remained steady at 1.2% in Q3, local submarkets revealed a stark contrast in performance. Rent increases soared as high as 8% in some areas while plummeting by as much as -7.6% in others. These…
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The Best Bet Markets for 2025: Top Picks and Surprises for Real Estate Investors
Local Market Monitor’s Best Bet Markets for 2025 report has been released, and it’s packed with insight into regions that are poised for strong growth in the coming years. This analysis offers real estate investors and developers a valuable roadmap of where demand and opportunity are trending—and some of the picks are sure to spark…
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Florida’s Apartment Market: Surging Demand, Record-Breaking Supply, and a Growth Story That Shows No Signs of Slowing
Florida’s apartment market has roared back to life, with demand and supply growth reinforcing the state’s status as a prime destination for migration and investment. In recent years, Florida has experienced a unique growth trajectory, shaped by shifting work and lifestyle patterns that show no sign of cooling off. Big Picture: The Migration Boom and…
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What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for Real Estate: Opportunities for Investors in a Changing Economy
As Donald Trump once said, “Real estate is at the core of almost every business, and it’s certainly at the core of most people’s wealth.” This couldn’t be more relevant today as we look at the recent election results and consider what they mean for real estate investors. With a new administration, the question on…
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US Multifamily Market Rebounding: Signs of Increasing Apartment Demand
The US multifamily market is showing promising signs of recovery. For the first time in three years, vacancy rates for U.S. apartments are stabilizing as demand ramps up, potentially signaling rent increases on the horizon. Vacancies Stabilize: After years of high vacancies due to a construction boom, the apartment market is regaining stability. CoStar reports…
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