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Just Closed 🎉 Diamond Club Apartments at the University of Central Missouri The Colliers National Student Housing Group successfully transacted on the sale of a 120-unit, 360-bed student housing community located directly across from UCM. Congrats to everyone involved! Contact our team for more information: Sean Baird Jonathan Holt Nicholas Coccodrilli Brianna Biehl #colliers #studenthousingtransaction #studenthousinginvestment #universityofcentralmissouri #studenthousing #missouricre

The University of Idaho is advancing its campus infrastructure with a $162.8 million redevelopment and expansion of student housing and support spaces in partnership with Gilbane Development Company and Rocky Mountain Companies. This initiative includes renovations to the South Hill and Elmwood Apartments, Wallace Residence Center, and Theophilus Residence Building, enhancing modern, affordable housing for students and faculty. With an economic impact exceeding $3 billion for the Moscow community, the project aims to create dynamic live-learn communities, improve student welfare, and bolster recruitment and retention efforts. Approved by the Idaho State Board of Education, this development reflects U of I’s commitment to staying competitive in higher education. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/erJNtYji

California State University, Fresno celebrated a ceremonial groundbreaking on December 6 for its first new on-campus student housing project in over 50 years. The 80,000-square-foot, four-story building will offer 228 apartment-style beds, including one- to four-bedroom units and a limited number of apartments for students with children. Designed by SVA Architects, the project is set for completion in the summer of 2026. The $53.7 million project is funded through a combination of a $33.7 million affordable student housing grant from the state and $20 million in financing from California State University systemwide revenue bonds. This initiative represents a significant step in addressing the growing demand for student housing at Fresno State, with the funding to be repaid by the California State University, Fresno Association, Inc. over the life of the bonds. https://ow.ly/FLN450Unxp6 #fresnostate #universityofcalifornia #studenthousing #fresnostatestudenthousing #oncampushousing #studenthousingdevelopment #fresno

Investcorp has expanded its U.S. student housing portfolio with the $300 million acquisition of four properties near Texas A&M University, Texas State University, the University of Kentucky, and the University of Oklahoma, totaling nearly 3,000 beds. With 20,000 beds managed across 30 investments, Investcorp focuses on stable assets at flagship universities, addressing the rising demand for off-campus housing. The firm plans targeted improvements to enhance long-term performance, aligning with its strategy to build a diversified student housing portfolio at high-demand institutions nationwide. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/eEVtePkC

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte announced the $70 million acquisition of The Edge apartment complex during the December 4 Board of Trustees meeting. The 15-acre, 720-unit property, near Martin Hall, will be purchased through a three-year loan, with operations managed by American Campus Communities during the transition. The complex, with 99% occupancy for fall 2024, has served as off-campus student housing since 1999. A $3.5 million deposit is planned by December 19, facilitated by the UNC Charlotte Foundation, which will hold the property initially as a strategic land investment. The University plans to integrate The Edge into its long-term campus housing portfolio while maintaining current rental agreements and property management. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/e3H4-DTU

The University of Rhode Island (URI) has partnered with Gilbane Development Company to build housing for over 1,200 students on its Kingston campus. The new residential buildings will feature apartment-style suites, addressing the increasing demand for on-campus housing. Gilbane will lease university-owned land to handle the new residence halls' planning, financing, design, construction, and operation. Currently in its feasibility study phase, the project aims to accelerate the development of additional student housing while maintaining fiscal responsibility. According to Abby Benson, URI’s Vice President for Administration and Finance, the public-private partnership will allow the university to meet student housing needs efficiently and effectively. https://ow.ly/Yygy50Unxgj #universityofrhodeisland #kingstonri #studenthousingdevelopment #oncampushousing #studenthousing #offcampushousing

Landmark Properties and Stockbridge have partnered to acquire The Retreat, a 416-bed student housing community near the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa, FL. Located adjacent to USF’s southern edge, the cottage-style property offers two- to four-bedroom floor plans and access to the university’s Bull Runner shuttle. Originally developed by Landmark in 2017, the property was sold to Nimes Real Estate in 2021 for $32.4 million. This acquisition highlights Landmark’s confidence in USF’s strong market fundamentals, supported by high enrollment and demand for quality off-campus housing. Student housing at USF continues to show strong performance, with rents growing nearly 2% over the past year, outpacing the overall multifamily market. Landmark, a leader in residential community development and management, brings extensive experience in the USF market, while Stockbridge adds its robust expertise in real estate investment. This collaboration aligns with both companies’ strategic focus on expanding their student housing portfolios in high-demand markets. Read more: https://ow.ly/8osc50Uj6cf CoStar #studenthousing #universityofsouthflorida #studenthousingdispositions #studenthousingacquisitions #offcampushousing #enrollmentgrowth

Campus Advantage and Tramview Capital Management have acquired Alight Columbia, a 206-unit, 700-bed student housing community near the University of South Carolina, for $25.6 million. The property, rebranded as The Radley, includes fully furnished two- and four-bedroom units with private balconies or patios. Built in 1993, it features amenities such as a fitness center, swimming pool, sports courts, and a clubhouse, making it a competitive housing option in the USC market. This marks the joint venture's second acquisition, following their purchase of The Stretch near the University of Kentucky of in 2022. Located two miles from the USC campus, The Radley caters to the university's growing enrollment, which reached 36,579 students in fall 2024. It joins a competitive housing market, including The Standard at Columbia, a 678-bed property acquired by CapitaLand earlier this year. With its proximity to the university, downtown Columbia, and Columbia Metropolitan Airport, The Radley strengthens Campus Advantage's portfolio while addressing increasing student housing demands in the Southeast region. Read more: https://ow.ly/ME4H50Uj5zs #studenthousingacquisitions #studenthousing #universityofsouthcarolina #enrollmentgrowth #offcampushousing #highereducation

The University of Idaho is working on a $163 million plan to enhance student housing facilities. The project aims to modernize accommodations, offering students updated living options that better meet their needs. This proposal reflects a commitment to improving the campus environment and ensuring it supports academic and personal success. Read more: https://ow.ly/70NP50Uf6pH #universityofidaho #studenthousing #studenthousinginvestments #highereducation

Fayetteville State University Foundation will invest $3.4 million over five years to renovate the University Place Apartments on Murchison Road. This initiative aligns with FSU’s mission to enhance student housing and revitalize the surrounding community. Planned upgrades include internal and external improvements, as well as supporting broader efforts with local partners to uplift the area as part of the Murchison Choice Neighborhood Initiative. The project builds on recent developments, such as the addition of Bronco Midtown's Chick-fil-A, fostering collaboration with the City of Fayetteville Read more: https://ow.ly/22Yp50Uf64L).