The Weekly Take from CBRE
You Learn: Why investors increasingly love student housing
Mar 18, 2024
Real estate investor Brian Dinerstein and CBRE's Jaclyn Fitts discuss the resilience and growth of student housing post-pandemic. They highlight how student housing is insulated against rising interest rates, the advantages of investing in large public colleges, and the evolution of the student housing product. The podcast also delves into the challenges of rising construction costs, the impact of struggling small liberal arts schools on the sector, and the optimistic future outlook for student housing investments.
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- Student housing is less affected by rising interest rates than conventional multifamily housing.
- Student housing has transitioned into highly designed modern communities with innovative amenities.
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Resilience and Growth in Student Housing Industry Post-COVID
Despite initial concerns during the pandemic that student housing might fail, the student housing market has shown remarkable resilience and growth. Companies like the Dinterstein Companies have experienced significant progress, with occupancy levels and rent growth hitting all-time highs. Brian Dinterstein and Jacqueline Fitz discuss how the industry has rebounded post-COVID, outperforming the multifamily sector and showcasing robust performance for the future.
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