Arbor executives mentored more than 50 students from across the country this spring in two new Project Destined programs, representing the largest group and, perhaps, our most impactful cycle of this ongoing partnership.

Arbor’s Top Markets for Multifamily Investment Report Spring 2025, developed in partnership with Chandan Economics, is your roadmap to the best locations to deploy capital. Based on the findings of our exclusive Multifamily Opportunity Matrix, this in-depth analysis assesses economic strength and market capabilities to navigate evolving conditions of the top 50 largest U.S. metros.
Key Findings:
- Columbus, OH, is the most appealing major metropolitan market for multifamily investing due to robust population growth, high market liquidity, and strong rental affordability.
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Affordable and high-growth markets in the Midwest and Sun Belt outperformed.
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Raleigh, NC, and Nashville, TN, second and third, respectively, had dynamic labor markets and attracted out-of-market residents.