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Build-to-Rent (BTR) Development Continues to Outpace Historical Highs

As single-family rental (SFR) demand has risen, build-to-rent (BTR) development has become more efficient at creating a distinct, community-focused experience for renters. Newly released U.S. Census Bureau data confirms that while the pace of SFR/BTR construction slowed during the second-quarter, development has remained robust compared to historical trends.

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Arbor’s Innovative BTR CLO Delivers Key Competitive Advantages

Arbor Realty Trust, a perennial innovator in commercial real estate finance, closed a unique $802 million collateralized loan securitization (CLO) in May 2025 that cements the multifamily lender’s position at the forefront of build-to-rent (BTR) financing.

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The Most Active Markets for New Multifamily Development in 2025

After the volume of multifamily permits fell nationally in 2023 and 2024, this year is on pace to be a year of stabilization for multifamily development. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, out of the top 100 largest U.S. metros by population, 47 had more multifamily permits through the first six months of 2025 than they did over the same period last year. Driven by strong underlying multifamily demand, attractive investment opportunities are leading to rebounding construction pipelines. As multifamily permitting rises, we explore the markets where new permits issued are most concentrated and where construction activity is gaining momentum.

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Small Multifamily Investment Trends Report Q3 2025

Arbor’s Small Multifamily Investment Trends Report Q3 2025, developed in partnership with Chandan Economics, examines the factors behind the continued upward trajectory of the sector amid an ongoing capital markets recalibration. Several of its core performance metrics, including valuations, originations, and credit standards, have shown measurable improvement as a multifamily market-wide normalization takes shape. Supported by strong fundamentals, small multifamily stands tall despite economic uncertainty.

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  • Finance & Investment, Research, Single-Family Rental
    Build-to-Rent (BTR) Development Continues to Outpace Historical Highs
    September 10, 2025
    As single-family rental (SFR) demand has risen, build-to-rent (BTR) development has become more efficient at creating a distinct, community-focused experience for renters. Newly released U.S. Census Bureau data confirms that while the pace of SFR/BTR construction slowed duri...
  • Research, Small Multifamily
    Small Multifamily Investment Snapshot — September 2025
    September 5, 2025
    Core small multifamily performance metrics strengthened in the quarter, including a return to positive annual price gains.
  • Finance & Investment, Single-Family Rental
    Arbor’s Innovative BTR CLO Delivers Key Competitive Advantages
    September 2, 2025
    Arbor Realty Trust, a perennial innovator in commercial real estate finance, closed a unique $802 million collateralized loan securitization (CLO) in May 2025 that cements the multifamily lender’s position at the forefront of build-to-rent (BTR) financing.
  • Finance & Investment, Research
    The Most Active Markets for New Multifamily Development in 2025
    August 27, 2025
    After the volume of multifamily permits fell nationally in 2023 and 2024, this year is on pace to be a year of stabilization for multifamily development. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, out of the top 100 largest U.S. metros by population, 47 had more multifamily permit...
  • Finance & Investment, Research, Small Multifamily
    Small Multifamily Investment Trends Report Q3 2025
    August 20, 2025
    Arbor’s Small Multifamily Investment Trends Report Q3 2025, developed in partnership with Chandan Economics, examines the factors behind the continued upward trajectory of the sector amid an ongoing capital markets recalibration. Several of its core performance metrics, incl...
  • Finance & Investment
    Arbor’s Proprietary Preferred Equity: A Capital Efficient Strategy for Borrowers
    August 20, 2025
    Our pioneering and flexible program is available to all borrowers who qualify for a Freddie Mac Conventional senior loan. Preferred equity amounts, which generally range from $3 million to $25 million, have a fixed-rate structure, and proceeds can be used for acquisition or...
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