The Real Estate Show 2017

B2 The Apartment Market Continues to be Buoyant: Solid Returns, Sustainable Demand, And Purpose Built Rental (Room 714)

For many investors, the staple of any well-diversified real estate portfolio today is still the multi-family market. Predictable yields and strong cash flows make apartments one of the most reliable property classes. Investor demand far outweighs supply resulting in continued cap rate compression. What direction are they likely to take in 2018? How can investors make low cap rates work? How are occupancy rates in major markets across the country? How much new apartment construction is expected to continue in 2018? In which cities? Do niche markets still fuel some of this demand or are they maxed out, e.g. student housing, seniors housing? What challenges does the apartment market face over the next few years?

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