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UDR becomes first REIT to go to a monthly dividend

The Colorado REIT saw conditions in the Sun Belt deteriorate in April, as it looks to add properties in Portland, Oregon.

Affordable housing development is boosting Oklahoma’s economy: report

Every dollar in tax credit equity across 45 multifamily housing projects is yielding higher economic returns in the state, an Urban Institute study found.

Camden expects lower apartment supply to buoy second half

In a first-quarter 2026 earnings call, the REIT’s leaders said they are in the right high-demand markets to capitalize on tighter supply.

More Texas properties go to servicing after tax exemption issues

Deepika and Swapnil Agarwal were sponsors of the two-building, 318-unit portfolio, according to Morningstar.

AvalonBay, Equity Residential reportedly mull merger: Bloomberg

Two of the country’s top apartment owners are discussing a combination that would be one of the biggest real estate deals ever, though it’s not a sure thing, according to Bloomberg.

Apartment industry shrugs as Fed holds rates steady yet again

In his last press conference as Federal Reserve chair, Jerome Powell announced that he plans to stay on as a governor for the central bank.

Houston expands multifamily recycling pilot

About half of Houston residents live in apartments, but most lack recycling access. A pilot supported by The Recycling Partnership and Alliance to End Plastic Waste aims to change that.

San Francisco’s AI boom boosted EQR in Q1

The apartment REIT also saw strong performance in New York City, while Washington, D.C., Boston and Seattle remained challenged.

Multifamily housing starts rose in March, but permits fell

The Northeast region showed the greatest strength in overall new residential construction, per a new report from HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau.

Housing energy efficiency requirements rescinded by HUD, USDA

The 2021 International Energy Conservation Code added $20,000 to the cost of new home construction, according to Trump administration estimates.

AvalonBay sees lower apartment supply, concessions driving 2026 performance

The multifamily REIT has experienced strong occupancy, reduced turnover and rent growth so far this year, executives said on its first-quarter 2026 earnings call.

Ballast picks up historic 3-property portfolio in San Francisco for $48.5M

The six-story properties, known as the "Three Sisters," total 110 units in the city's Pacific Heights neighborhood.

Washington, DC, sues MAA for alleged deceptive advertising

The Office of the Attorney General alleges that the REIT overcharged tenants and violated DC law by assessing a variety of illegal fees for services already included in the rent.

Minor Hotels debuts Anantara brand in US with Miami property

The experiential luxury hotel and residences represents a “major step” in Bangkok-based Minor Hotels’ U.S. expansion plans.

Hilltop Residential closes fund with $288M in total commitments

Fund VI will give the Houston-based multifamily investment manager approximately $1.5 to $2 billion in buying power.

Argo Real Estate buys New York waterfront property for $45M

The firm plans to “lease existing vacant units” and execute “targeted unit renovations” at the 164-unit asset in Nyack, according to Rafi Moskowitz, management and development associate at Argo.

Wood Partners adds Luke Davis to head Washington office

The former Kettler chief investment officer will help the Atlanta-based developer grow its presence in the mid-Atlantic.

Cain, Kushner combine on South Florida JV

The venture will launch by developing a luxury residential tower in Miami's Edgewater neighborhood, in a region that continues to present compelling growth opportunities, per Cain's CEO.

Apartment sales ticked up 1% in Q1

Prices were essentially flat, while cap rates rose 10 basis points over the past year to 5.8%, according to MSCI. 

Small Manager Spotlight: How one apartment operator combats fraud

Brian Walsh of Progressive Properties of Greenville in South Carolina focuses on meeting prospects in person and digging deeper into criminal and credit reports.

$4B affordable housing initiative launches in New York City

The four-year program invests pension funds into affordable housing efforts, including office-to-housing conversions.

The hidden legal risk of AI apartment leasing tools

Three federal cases, a HUD guidance memo and a 20% surge in ADA lawsuits have changed the calculus on AI leasing compliance. Most operators haven't noticed yet, writes the founder of Valis Residential.

Local government staffing shortages threaten housing development, experts say

Nearly 38% of local government employees are expected to retire within the next five years, one study found.

Arqline adds WeWork, Pegasus vet Dan Carr to drive portfolio expansion

The firm’s new EVP of portfolio strategy and expansion will reengineer growth of the property management business through performance management, analytics and strategic partnerships.

Philadelphia industrial conversion apartments head to servicing

The GM Holdings Portfolio’s eight buildings had been renovated into 187 apartment units in Kensington, a “gentrifying neighborhood” in the city.