National average rent unchanged in February

Affordability, economic conditions and supply and demand will determine the near-term future of the spring renting season.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 16, 2023

Developer breaks ground on third community in Northwest Arkansas

With The Junction of Scottsdale, Mia Rose Holdings has 614 units underway in the region.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 15, 2023

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Multifamily Construction

Despite a range of challenges, apartment developers are getting creative to keep the construction pipeline flowing. 

By Multifamily Dive staff

The cities with the highest, lowest rental vacancy rates

The national rate has held relatively steady over the past four quarters, according to Census data.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 9, 2023

Senators urge DOJ to investigate RealPage

The group of legislators recently wrapped up an investigation of the firm’s rent-setting software.

By Leslie Shaver • March 8, 2023

Are the BTR capital markets coming back?

Wolfson Development’s CEO thinks investors see safety in single-family rentals, even if the days of 40% rent growth in Florida are over.

By Leslie Shaver • March 1, 2023

REITS report ‘cautious optimism’

Multifamily Dive examines each of the major REITs’ most recent earnings report and their outlook for the year to come.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 22, 2023

Why apartment owners are brushing off the tech industry’s layoffs (so far)

The impact of job cuts has been limited up until now — will the rental market stay resilient?

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 21, 2023

Housing Trust Group opens second upscale community in Phoenix metro

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

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 17, 2023

Equity Residential sees positive employment signs amid uncertainty

The REIT nears the finish line with some centralization initiatives as it works to corral costs.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 17, 2023

AvalonBay pushes forward with expansion goals

On its earnings call last week, the REIT said it sees signs of rent growth heading into spring leasing.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 15, 2023

Why it’s easier to get affordable deals done right now

RailField Partners' chief investment officer provides insight into which deals are crossing the finish line.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 14, 2023

Rents remain flat, but pros are cautiously optimistic

Even though rent growth is on the decline year over year, job growth is strong and household incomes are stable, says Yardi Matrix.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 13, 2023

Tech sector layoffs, eviction concerns stymie Essex’s growth

The REIT continues to make progress on its centralized property functions and revenue management system, it said during a recent earnings call.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 13, 2023

Report breaks down multifamily regulations by state

A new whitepaper from Freddie Mac outlines requirements for tenant screening and eviction notices, among others.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 10, 2023

UDR plans to increase the number of properties without staffers

During its earnings call this week, the REIT’s executives talked about rising expenses, hot markets and the increasing importance of technology.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 9, 2023

Camden reports revenue gains, but notes a slowing rental market

Sensing an opportunity in the future, the REIT could be more aggressive than its peers in developing new properties.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 6, 2023

MAA posts strong revenue, rent increases in Q4

The REIT’s robust renewal rates are driving growth as new lease pricing moderates, according to the firm’s earnings call last week.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 3, 2023

2023 multifamily outlook roundup

From financing to development, design to acquisitions, these will be the biggest topics and trends facing apartment pros this year.

By Multifamily Dive Staff • Jan. 31, 2023

Apartment demand drops to lowest level since 2009

Market indicators point to higher absorption in 2023, but consumer confidence needs a rebound first.

By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 23, 2023

3 questions about REITs in 2023

The public companies could see an opportunity to get more aggressive in the new year, but deteriorating fundamentals may provide challenges.

By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 18, 2023

Chicago rent growth will moderate in 2023, owner says

Peak Properties’ Mike Zucker is focusing on retaining both employees and residents this year.

By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 17, 2023

Flexible rent payment options gain popularity as affordability decreases

Buy now, pay later programs save property managers time and help struggling renters stay up to date.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Jan. 17, 2023

After a strong 2022, rent growth expected to slow this year

Rents rose 6.2% in 2022, posting a second straight year of rapid growth —  but that has decelerated in recent months, according to Yardi Matrix.

By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 12, 2023

Rents drop at sharpest rate in over a decade

Indianapolis now stands at the top for YOY rent growth as Miami and other areas backslide.

By Mary Salmonsen • Dec. 16, 2022

Rent growth expected to cool even more in 2023

Forecasts for next year include the likelihood of a recession, according to Yardi Matrix.

By Mary Salmonsen • Dec. 12, 2022