Internet service has become the most critical amenity in multifamily housing, yet most properties still treat it like a utility. Skyrise Wi-Fi is helping multifamily owners and developers take control of their building’s connectivity and turn it into a consistent source of revenue.

Skyrise Wi-Fi provides fully managed, property-wide internet infrastructure. This allows properties to deliver secure, high-speed internet directly to residents, eliminating the need for tenants to coordinate with outside providers. In doing so, owners can offer internet as an amenity and charge for it just like any other building feature.

“Property-wide internet is no longer a luxury. It’s an expectation,” said Tony Frontado, founder of Skyrise Wi-Fi. “Most residents won’t sign a lease today without knowing they’ll have fast and reliable service. The difference is, now owners can generate recurring revenue from that expectation instead of leaving it in the hands of internet service providers.”

Internet as an Amenity, Not an Expense

In a managed model, residents are connected the moment they move in. There is no need for modems, appointments, or long waits on the phone. The building itself provides consistent coverage across units, amenity spaces, leasing offices, and back-of-house operations.

For property owners, this model offers a predictable stream of revenue. In many Class A and B+ properties, internet can be included as a required amenity or billed as a separate monthly fee. Depending on the property size and pricing strategy, owners typically generate between $50 and $60 per unit in net monthly income. For a 200 unit property, this adds up to $10,000 to $12,000 in additional NOI each month.

Based on standard market cap rates, that recurring income can add over $2.2 million in appraised property value. These figures are based on stabilized lease-up performance in buildings that offer managed internet as a standard amenity.

Better Experience for Residents and Staff

Skyrise Wi-Fi also improves operational efficiency. Residents no longer need to coordinate with multiple internet service providers (ISPs) or wait several days for internet access. Leasing teams can deliver a better move-in experience, and staff can rely on the network to support workstations, package systems, and building-wide devices.

The resident experience improves as well. Internet speeds remain consistent across the property, and support requests are managed directly by Skyrise Wi-Fi’s team. The result is fewer complaints and a higher level of satisfaction.

Designed for Smart Buildings

Many Class A and B+ communities are adopting smart building technologies. Systems like smart locks, thermostats, security cameras, and leak detection sensors all rely on reliable, property internet. Skyrise Wi-Fi is designed with these technologies in mind, providing a secure and scalable network that can support high device density and future upgrades.

Owners are increasingly looking for ways to modernize without taking on unnecessary complexity. Managed internet infrastructure offers a practical path forward. It supports the connected experience residents expect, reduces operational friction for staff, and creates a new stream of income that scales with the property. Skyrise Wi-Fi makes that transition simple by designing networks specifically for the needs of multifamily communities.