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    Communities next to nature

    These seven apartment developments boast easy access to biking, walking and other outdoor recreation opportunities.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Feb. 24, 2023
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    Trails, open space attract outdoor-loving renters

    Many residents see nature as a premium amenity, making the extra investment and red tape worth it, developers say.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Feb. 24, 2023
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    February 2023 roundup: New multifamily products

    A number of new options hit the market at the International Builders’ Show earlier this month.

    By • Feb. 22, 2023
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    Q&A

    Appealing to the ‘life is short’ demographic

    Architect Jared Bradley shares the features and amenities winning over Nashville’s young renters.

    By • Feb. 21, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Housing Trust Group opens second upscale community in Phoenix metro

    Aviva – Goodyear in Arizona is 78% leased as of its opening.

    By • Feb. 17, 2023
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    The amenities that renters prefer most

    Potential tenants crave green features — among many others, according to MRI Software.

    By • Feb. 15, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    37-story tower adds allure to Miami’s skyline

    The 421-unit Cascade is adjacent to a Metrorail station and The Underline public park.

    By • Feb. 9, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Modern high rise opens its doors in downtown Boston

    212 Stuart Street is described by designer Sasaki as a link between historic and modern neighborhoods.

    By • Feb. 3, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Cortland opens first phase of mid-rise project near Tampa

    Cortland Riverview can support up to 113 electric vehicle chargers across several parking garages.

    By • Feb. 2, 2023
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    OUTLOOK 2023

    Design trends: Flexible, creative spaces draw renters in

    Multifamily pros are on the lookout for changing preferences as Gen Z enters the market.

    By • Jan. 30, 2023
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    Q&A

    Architect says denser housing is key as interest rates rise

    KTGY principal Bryan Sevy also sees a move toward more work-at-home spaces and pocket offices.

    By • Jan. 27, 2023
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    OUTLOOK 2023

    Design trends: Remote work will take center stage in 2023

    While spaces to work from home are in high demand with renters, pros are divided on what they should look like.

    By • Jan. 3, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    9 of the year’s top amenity trends

    Coworking space is among the most vital, with rentable household items, to-go markets and pet wash stations also cited by multifamily experts.

    By • Oct. 10, 2022
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    7 apartment design trends making waves this summer

    From pet spas to work pods to pickleball courts, everything is elevated.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Aug. 8, 2022