Cash Flows Remain Resilient as Valuations and Cap Rates Feel Interest Rate Pressure The small multifamily subsector, strengthened by sound structural fundamentals, is well-positioned to face distress due to interest rate pressure. Even though pricing has slid lower and cap rates have risen, it should remain resilient in the coming quarters. A deep dive into a uniquely positioned subsector, Arbor’s Small Multifamily Investment Trends Report Q1 2023, developed in partnership with Chandan Economics, analyzes the competing headwinds and tailwinds influencing investment performance. Complete the form to instantly access the full report!
Q3 2021 Small Multifamily Metro Area Cap Rate Trends

Smaller metro markets continued to outperform larger gateway markets in the third quarter of 2021, notching more small multifamily cap rate compression than gateway markets.

Small Multifamily Investment Snapshot — Q3 2021
In Q3 2021, small multifamily assets continued to retain the stability that has become the hallmark for the sector. Here’s a quick look at Q3 2021 small multifamily investment benchmarks.
5 Key Takeaways From eCore21 Summit

Panelists during eCore21 noted their surprise at multifamily’s quick recovery from the pandemic, with surging rent growth and robust demand in many markets. Here are five key takeaways from the event.

Affordable Housing Trends Snapshot — Fall 2021

A new report series from Arbor and Chandan Economics explores the many facets of affordable housing and the major trends shaping the market. It’s a critical time to focus on affordable housing, as pandemic-related headwinds and longstanding structural forces have impacted housing affordability.

U.S. Multifamily Market Snapshot — Q3 2021

After struggling through the first half of the year, the U.S. multifamily market burst through in the third quarter of 2021. Moody’s Analytics REIS reported that effective rent growth climbed 7.9% year-over-year, up from -1.6% for the second quarter. The vacancy rate improved to 4.7%, down from 5.3% in the previous quarter.

Q3 2021 Single-Family Rental Investment Trends Report

The Q3 2021 Single-Family Rental Investment Trends Report reveals the market had another strong quarter, fueled by robust rent growth and investor interest. Read the full report for an in-depth look at the SFR sector, featuring exclusive research and analysis.

eCore21 Recap: Industry Leaders Share Insights on Multifamily

The eCore21 Summit brought together multifamily industry owners, operators, lenders and other executives to share their insights on the top trends impacting the multifamily market and what they expect in the year ahead. Here’s a quick recap of the eCore event.

Top U.S. Multifamily Rent Growth Markets — Q3 2021

Multifamily rent growth for the U.S. overall was up 7.9% year-over-year during the third quarter of 2021, as Sun Belt markets continued to drive the recovery.

How Will Work from Home Adoption Impact Multifamily?

The pandemic accelerated the adoption of hybrid and work-from-home (WFH) setups across industries and geographies. While WFH adoption initially posed as a headwind for large multifamily properties in gateway markets, new tenants and urban dwellers are returning to the cities, bringing signs of optimism for rental demand.

Las Vegas Multifamily Market Snapshot — Q3 2021

Las Vegas remained one of the nation’s top multifamily performers in the third quarter of 2021, with among the highest rent growth among large markets. After a brief pause at the onset of the pandemic, investors once again flooded into the market as sales volume neared a pace to reach 2019’s record high. The market also rose to the top of our Arbor-Chandan Large Multifamily Opportunity Matrix in 2021.
