While Q3 2017 small balance multifamily lending activity decreased 3.1 percent from Q2 2017, we’re still on pace for a new annual benchmark in the space.

The Chicago multifamily market remained strong during Q3 2017, as rents continued to set new record highs. Rising vacancy rates remained in line with the market’s historical average, despite a historically high influx of new supply.

New research from Freddie Mac quantifies what many renters already know to be true — finding an affordable apartment is harder than it used to be.

Autonomous vehicle (AV) and ride-share technology have the potential to fundamentally alter the relationship between work and housing locations. But what does today’s commute look like for apartment renters?

While a larger share of small building households own vehicles, growth in ownership was slower compared to large buildings for the post-crisis period.

While a growing number of cities are eliminating parking minimums, the price of parking access within apartment properties is still reflected in higher unit rents across US metros. This is especially true for in-structure parking offerings.