Small Balance Multifamily Investment Snapshot — Q2 2018

Here’s a quick look at the small balance multifamily finance and investment benchmarks for Q2 2018.

Small Apartment Buildings Play Larger Role in Off-Campus Housing in University Towns

Millennial students looking for off-campus accommodations in university towns rent more frequently in small apartment buildings, and at higher rates of apartment sharing.

For Millennial Students, Small Apartment Shares Provide First Step to Independent Living

While an overwhelming share of Millennials enrolled in degree programs continue to live with their families, living off-campus in apartment building shares can provide a smoother path toward independent living.

Q2 2018 Small Balance Multifamily Investment Trends Report

Strong economic growth, rising interest rates, and exceptionally tight labor markets contributed to small balance lending volume reaching an annualized rate of $47.0 billion through the first half of 2018, down 5.8% from last year.

Southeast Region Multifamily Market Sees Strong Rent Growth in Q2 2018

The Southeast Region of the U.S. has continued to see strong rent growth, with nine of the 12 primary markets experiencing rent increases higher than the national average over the 12 months ending in Q2 2018. Vacancy rates across the region have skewed higher recently, driven by the addition of new supply in the markets.

INFOGRAPHIC: How to Address the Nation’s Housing Shortage

Rental demand across the U.S. is on the rise, but the supply of apartments is not keeping pace, resulting in a housing shortage. Did you know that the U.S. needs 4.6 million more apartments by 2030 in order to keep up with demand? This new infographic from the National Multifamily Housing Council and National Apartment Association takes a look at the issue by the numbers:

What Role Do Apartments Play in Off-Campus Student Housing Demand?

A sizeable share of collegiate Millennials lives in off-campus rental accommodations, with apartment buildings dominating this segment.

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Lake Union Apartments

Seattle, WA
Freddie Mac SBL | $1-5M

Las Brisas Apartments

Colton, CA
Fannie Mae DUS | $10M+

Parkside Apartments

Turlock, CA
Fannie Mae Small Loan | $1-5M

Riverton of the High Desert Apartments

Victorville, CA
Fannie Mae DUS | $10M+

The Arches at Regional Center West

Palmdale, CA
Fannie Mae DUS | $10M+

Stonegate Apartments

Riverdale, GA
Freddie Mac SBL | $1-5M

Alpine Slopes Apartments

Comstock Park, MI
FHA | $5-10M

1243 S. Mariposa Ave.

Los Angeles, CA
Freddie Mac SBL | $1-5M

128 S. Normandie Ave.

Los Angeles, CA
Freddie Mac SBL | $1-5M