CBRE Brokers Sale of 254-Unit Complex Near University of Oklahoma

Colliers International Adds Three New Hires to Student Housing Group
Tampa, Fla. — Colliers International has added three new members to its Tampa-based National Student Housing Group – Jonathan Holt as senior associate, Nicholas Coccodrilli as senior financial analyst and Meagan Dobson as client…
Campus Advantage Awarded Management of 524-Bed Community Near the University of Louisiana – Lafayette
Lafayette, La. — Campus Advantage has been awarded management of The Edge, a 524-bed student housing community located near the University of Louisiana – Lafayette.
CA Student Living Breaks Ground on Mixed-Use Development Near Penn State
State College, Pa. — CA Student Living, the student housing investment and development division of CA Ventures, has broken ground on HERE at State College, a 510,112-square-foot mixed-use development located…
Morehouse School of Medicine, Carter Break Ground for $52 Million Mixed-Use Project in Atlanta
Atlanta — Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) and Carter, an Atlanta-based developer, have broken ground for the first phase of Lee Street Campus, a $52 million mixed-use development in Atlanta’s…
DMG Investments Opens 322-Bed Community Near the University at Albany, SUNY
Albany, N.Y. — DMG Investments has opened a 322-bed student housing community at 1385 Washington Ave. near the University at Albany, SUNY.
Hunt Provides $9 Million Financing for Acquisition, Renovation of Student Housing Portfolio Near Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Va. — Hunt Real Estate Capital has provided Willow Creek with a $9 million first mortgage bridge loan for the acquisition and renovation of a student housing portfolio located…
Webinar on Designing Interiors For Gen Z Coming Nov. 15th
Student Housing Business and University Furnishings will present a complimentary webinar entitled “Designing Interiors for Gen Z — Creating Authentic Spaces in a Virtual World” on November 15th at 2 pm…
Capstone Development Opens Five On-Campus Communities Totaling 3,000 Beds
Birmingham, Ala. — Birmingham-based Capstone Development Partners has opened five on-campus student housing communities totaling 3,000 beds.
Spectra Student Living Breaks Ground on $17 Million Community Near Ferris State University
Big Rapids, Mich. — Spectra Student Living has broken ground on Eight Thirty Water Tower, a $17 million community near Ferris State University in Big Rapids.
HFF Secures Debt Financing for Mixed-Use Development Near the University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas — HFF has secured debt financing for 101 Center, a mixed-use development located near the University of Texas at Arlington.

CA Student Living Completes Capital Improvements, Rebranding of 628-Bed Community in Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa, Ala. — CA Student Living has completed capital improvements on and has renamed Harbor on Sixth, a 628-bed property located near the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
WGC Development Breaks Ground on 405-Bed Community Near the University of Houston
Houston — WGC Development, in conjunction with an undisclosed institutional investor, has broken ground on Tower 5040, a 405-bed student housing community located near the University of Houston.
Modern Message Hires Laura Formica as National Sales Manager
Dallas — Dallas-based Modern Message has hired Laura Formica as national sales manager.
Quantum Capital Secures $64 Million Construction Loan for Development Near the University of Washington
Seattle — Quantum Capital Partners has secured $64 million in construction financing for The M, a 24-story student housing development located near the University of Washington in Seattle.
CBRE Arranges Sale of 1,005-Bed Community Near Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas — CBRE has arranged the sale of Wildwood of Lubbock, a 1,005-bed student housing community located near Texas Tech University in Lubbock.
Vesper Acquires 792-Bed Community Near the University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, Miss. — Vesper Holdings has acquired Vie at Hattiesburg, a 792-bed student housing community located near the University of Southern Mississippi campus in Hattiesburg.
London-Based Scape to Open U.S. Headquarters in Boston
Boston — London-based Scape — a global real estate owner, operator and developer specializing in the private academic accommodations sector — is set to open its U.S. headquarters in Boston’s Fort…
Leasing and Marketing Come Together to Maximize Efforts, Create Dollars and Generate Leases
Dallas — Generating leases today requires more than just developing a stellar property. Attracting students to your community requires an adept use of social media, on the ground marketing and the…
NMHC Student Housing Conference: Bright Sector With A Bright Outlook
Huntington Beach, Calif. — As the industry rounds the bend into the fourth quarter, more than 500 student housing industry executives gathered for the NMHC Student Housing Conference last week in…
KTGY Unveils Modular Concept to Address High Demand for Student Housing
Irvine, Calif. — KTGY Architecture + Planning has unveiled Mod Hall, a new modular concept featuring suite-style units, living-learning environments, activity and study spaces, digital mail rooms and social hallways to…

Alpha Management Awarded Management of Two Communities in Louisiana, Georgia
Atlanta and Lafayette, La. — Alpha Management Partners has been awarded management of two student housing communities currently under development in Georgia and Louisiana.
The Preiss Co. Opens 425-Bed Community Near East Carolina University
Greenville, N.C. — The Preiss Co. has opened The Eastern on 10th, a recently completed, 425-bed student housing community located near East Carolina University in Greenville.
NorthMarq Arranges $12.7 Million Acquisition Financing for 385-Bed Community Near Austin Peay State
Clarksville, Tenn. — NorthMarq has arranged $12.7 million in acquisition financing for University Landing, a 385-bed student housing community located near Austin Peay State University in Clarksville.
CA Ventures Grows London-Based European Division with New Executive Hire
London — CA Ventures has named Christian Davis vice president of acquisitions.
Arrimus Capital Acquires Two Communities in Illinois, Texas
Champaign-Urbana, Ill. and San Antonio, Texas — Arrimus Capital has acquired two student housing communities located in Illinois and Texas.
American Campus Communities Provides Fall 2018 Leasing Update
Austin, Texas — Austin-based American Campus Communities has provided an interim leasing update for the 2018-2019 academic year.
Trez Forman Provides $4.75 Million Financing for Planned 390-Unit Community Near the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, N.C. — Trez Forman Capital Group has provided $4.75 million in financing for a 390-unit, mixed-use community planned for development near the University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus.
Campus Advantage Awarded Management of Two Communities in Denver
Denver — Campus Advantage has been awarded management of two student housing communities located near the Auraria Campus, an educational facility which serves the University of Colorado - Denver, Metropolitan State…
University Bridge GP Closes on $231 Million Bond Financing for Development Near Florida International University
Miami — University Bridge GP — a partnership between Global City Development, RER Ventures and Podium Developments — has closed on a $231 million bond issuance for University Bridge Residences…
Servitas, Orange Coast College to Break Ground on 814-Bed Residence Hall
Costa Mesa, Calif. — Servitas and Orange Coast College (OCC) are set to break ground on an 814-bed residence hall at the college’s campus in Costa Mesa.

C.W. Driver Cos. Completes Construction on $78 Million Residence Hall, Dining Commons
San Bernardino, Calif. — C.W. Driver Cos. has completed the construction of a $78 million residence hall and dining facility at California State University – San Bernardino.
Berkadia Arranges $19 Million Sale of Community Near Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Mich. — Berkadia has arranged the sale of 700 SoHo near Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo for $19 million.
Landmark Properties Acquires 300-Bed Community Near Penn State University
State College, Pa. — Landmark Properties has acquired The Legacy, a 300-bed student housing community located one block from the Pennsylvania State University campus in State College.
Hands-On Learning at LeaseCon
Dallas — More than 185 student housing leasing, marketing and operations professionals gathered in Dallas yesterday to hone their social media marketing skills at SHB LeaseCon, held at the Westin Galleria.
Joint Venture Breaks Ground on 555-Unit Community in Boston’s Brighton Neighborhood
Boston — A joint venture between Cabot, Cabot and Forbes, Peak Campus and Blue Vista Capital Management has broken ground on a 555-unit apartment community located in Boston’s Brighton neighborhood.
RentPath Launches College Scholarship Program
Atlanta — Atlanta-based RentPath has launched a new college scholarship contest through Apartment Guide in which two winners will receive $2,500 to offset education-related expenses.
Emmanuel College Opens 692-Bed Residence Hall
Boston — Emmanuel College has opened a new 18-story, 692-bed residence hall on its campus in Boston.
TSB Realty Arranges Sale of 772-Bed Community Near the University of Minnesota
Minneapolis — TSB Realty has arranged the sale of Radius @ 15th, a 772-bed student housing community located near the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.
CBRE Arranges Sale of 464-Bed Community Near the University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas — CBRE has arranged the sale of Aspen Heights West Campus, a 464-bed student housing property located three blocks from the University of Texas at Austin.
Gilbane Announces Five New Student Housing Developments Totaling 3,500 Beds
Providence, R.I. — Providence-based Gilbane Development Co. has announced the launch of five new developments across the U.S.

Universities, Student Housing Properties Face Hurricane Florence
North Carolina and South Carolina — From the time Florence made landfall on Friday, the hurricane — which has since been downgraded to a tropical storm — brought record amounts of rainfall…
NB Private Capital Acquires 440-Bed Community Near the University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati — NB Private Capital, a successor to Nelson Brothers Professional Real Estate, has acquired CP Cincy, a 440-bed student housing community located near the University of Cincinnati in Ohio.
Pavlov Media, Ruckus Networks to Launch CBRS Trial Near the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Urbana-Champaign, Ill. — Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS company, and Pavlov Media, one of the nation’s largest private providers of broadband services for multifamily real estate, plan to trial U.S. Citizens Broadband…
EdR Stockholders Approve $4.6 Billion Acquisition by Greystar
Charleston, S.C. — The proposed $4.6 billion acquisition of EdR by GSHGIF REIT, an affiliate of Charleston-based Greystar, has been approved by the company’s stockholders.
RISE Begins Construction on 608-Bed Mixed-Use Development at Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.— Construction has commenced on a 608-bed, mixed-use development by RISE: A Real Estate Company on the Nova Southeastern University campus in Fort Lauderdale.
Campus Apartments Opens Four New Developments Totaling 1,643 Beds
Philadelphia — Philadelphia-based Campus Apartments has opened four student housing developments totaling 1,643 beds in Tennessee, Michigan and Pennsylvania.
Oakland University to Offer Comcast’s Xfinity On Campus
Auburn Hills, Mich. — Oakland University is set to offer Comcast’s Xfinity On Campus service to students.
FourPoint Arranges Sale of 480-Bed Community Near Angelo State University
San Angelo, Texas — FourPoint Student Housing Investments has arranged the sale of Angelo Place, a 480-bed student housing community located near Angelo State University in San Angelo.
Lendlease Names Matt Myllykangas Director of Student Housing Development
New York — New York City-based Lendlease has named Matt Myllykangas director of student housing development.
Joint Venture Acquires 924-Bed Community Near Florida Gulf Coast University for $78.8 Million
Fort Myers, Fla. — A joint venture between Coastal Ridge Real Estate and M Group has acquired The Reef, a 924-bed student housing community located near Florida Gulf Coast University in…

Peak Campus Awarded Management of 344-Bed Development Near Missouri State
Springfield, Mo. — Peak Campus has been awarded management of The Vue on Walnut, a 344-bed student housing development currently under construction near Missouri State University in Springfield.
Look Who’s Coming to LeaseCon on Sept. 25th in Dallas
Dallas — An all-star speaker line-up is being put together for LeaseCon: A Social Media, Digital & Traditional Marketing Boot Camp, the exciting new conference event from Student Housing Business and the InterFace Conference…
Berkadia Secures $17.5 Million Construction Loan for FSU CollegeTown Project in Tallahassee
Tallahassee, Fla. — Berkadia has secured $17.5 million in construction financing for a 143-key Hotel Indigo set to open as part of Urban Street Development’s FSU CollegeTown district near Florida State…
Joint Venture Acquires 282-Bed Community Near Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah — A joint venture between Millstream Partners and Redstone Residential has acquired Summerwood Condos, a 282-bed community located near Utah Valley University in Orem.
Vintage Capital Partners Sells 265-Bed Community Near Dixie State University
St. George, Utah — Vintage Capital Partners, an investment affiliate of Redstone Residential, has sold Vintage Tabernacle, a 265-bed student housing community located near Dixie State University in St. George.
Mallory & Evans Receives Construction Financing for 376-Bed Development in Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, Fla. — Mallory & Evans Development has closed on construction financing for Bellamy at Daytona, a 376-bed student housing development located in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 510-Bed Development Near Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Lyndon at Springtown, a 510-bed student housing community currently under construction near Texas State University in San Marcos.
TSB Realty Arranges Sale of 912-Bed Community Near West Virginia University
Morgantown, W.Va. — TSB Realty has arranged the sale of The Domain at Town Centre, a 912-bed student housing community located near West Virginia University in Morgantown.
Student Quarters Acquires 698-Bed Community Near the University of Oklahoma
Norman, Okla. — Student Quarters has acquired Millennium Student Apartments, a 698-bed student housing community located near the University of Oklahoma in Norman.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 438-Bed Development Under Construction Near Florida State
Tallahassee, Fla. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Nine at Tallahassee, a 438-bed student housing development located near Florida State University in Tallahassee.

Walker & Dunlop Arranges $24.5 Million Financing for 390-Bed Community Near Auburn University
Auburn, Ala. — Walker & Dunlop has arranged $24.5 million in financing for Two21 Armstrong, a student housing community located adjacent to Auburn University in Alabama.
Landmark Properties Awarded Management of 576-Bed Community Near Eastern Tennessee State
Johnson City, Tenn. — Landmark Properties has been awarded management of Monarch 815, a 576-bed student housing community located near Eastern Tennessee State University in Johnson City.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 502-Bed Development Near the University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of The Muze, a 502-bed student housing community currently under development near the University of Texas at Austin.
Construction Underway on 528-Bed Community Near Temple University
Philadelphia — Construction is underway on The Nest at 1324, a 528-bed community located near Temple University in Philadelphia.
Landmark Properties Awarded Management of Two Communities Near Florida State
Tallahassee, Fla. — Landmark Properties has been awarded management of two student housing communities totaling 535 beds near Florida State University in Tallahassee.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 408-Bed Community Near Troy University
Troy, Ala. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Pointe at Troy, a 408-bed student housing community located near Troy University in Alabama.
Joint Venture Completes 1,500-Bed Mixed-Use Development Near the University of Texas at Dallas
Dallas — A joint venture between Balfour Beatty Campus Solutions and Wynne/Jackson has completed the second and final phase of Northside, a 1,500-bed student housing community located near the University…
Capstone, Harrison Street to Develop On-Campus, Mixed-Use Community at the University of Chicago
Chicago — A joint venture between Capstone Development Partners and Harrison Street Real Estate Capital has closed on equity financing for an on-campus, mixed-use student housing community on the University…
Peak Campus Awarded Management of 748-Bed Community Near Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas — Peak Campus has been awarded management of Aspen San Marcos, a 748-bed student housing community located near Texas State University in San Marcos.
The Goldenberg Group Tops Off $199 Million Student Housing Development Near Temple University
Philadelphia — The Goldenberg Group has topped off View II, a $199 million student housing development located near Temple University in Philadelphia.

Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 644-Bed Community Near the University of West Virginia
Morgantown, W.Va. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of The Ridge at Morgantown, a 644-bed student housing community located near the University of West Virginia campus in Morgantown.
Joint Venture Acquires 876-Bed Community Near the University of Georgia
Athens, Ga. — A joint venture between Pierce Education Properties (PEP) and TH Real Estate has acquired The Connection at Athens, an 876-bed student housing community located near the University of…
Grandbridge Secures $22.3 Million Construction Financing for 496-Bed Development in South Dakota
Vermillion, S.D. — Grandbridge Real Estate Capital has secured $22.3 million in construction financing for the development of a 496-bed student housing community near the University of South Dakota in Vermillion.
ARA Newmark Arranges Sale of Two Communities in Alabama, Texas
Tuscaloosa, Ala. and Bryan, Texas — ARA Newmark has arranged the sale of two student housing communities located in Alabama and Texas.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 676-Bed Community Near the University of Kentucky
Lexington, Ky. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of University Trails, a 676-bed student housing community located near the University of Kentucky in Lexington.
CampusWorks Development Team Joins Aspen Heights
Charlotte, N.C. — The development team from CampusWorks has joined Aspen Heights Partners to oversee new projects throughout the Eastern U.S.
Academy West Investments Acquires 395-Bed Property Near the University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, Nev. — Academy West Investments (AWI) has acquired Wolf Run Village and Wolf Run East, a 395-bed student housing property located two blocks from the University of Nevada, Reno…
Colliers International Arranges $6.4 Million Sale of 26-Bed Community Near California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, Calif. — Colliers International has arranged the $6.4 million sale of Icon SLO, a 26-bed student housing community located near California Polytechnic State University in San Luis…
Boingo Wireless to Acquire Elauwit Networks for $28 Million
Los Angeles, Calif. — Los Angeles-based Boingo Wireless (NASDAQ: WIFI) has agreed to acquire Elauwit Networks for a total cash consideration of $28 million.
Aptitude Development to Break Ground on 564-Bed Community Near Coastal Carolina University
Conway, S.C. — Aptitude Development is set to break ground on The Pier at CCU, a 564-bed student housing community located near Coastal Carolina University in Conway.

Peak Campus Awarded Management of 308-Bed Community Near the University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Ala. — Peak Campus has been awarded management of The Bluff at Waterworks Landing, a 308-bed student housing community located near the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
Campus Apartments Acquires $31 Million Portfolio Near Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Va. — Campus Apartments has acquired The Collection Midtown, a portfolio of 20 apartment buildings located within Richmond’s Fan and Museum District near Virginia Commonwealth University, for $31 million.
107-Unit Student Housing Project Planned at Colorado School of Mines
Golden, Colo. — Confluence Companies is set to break ground on a 107-unit residence hall for undergraduate students on land adjacent to the Colorado School of Mines in Golden.
Servitas Names David Braden Vice President of Business Development
Irving, Texas — Irving-based Servitas has named David Braden vice president of business development.
Greystone Provides $28.2 Million Acquisition Loan for Community Near Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, Idaho — Greystone has provided a $28.2 million Fannie Mae DUS loan for the acquisition of Northpoint Apartments, a student housing property located near Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg.
Landmark Properties Breaks Ground on 11 Developments Totaling 7,700 Beds
Athens, Ga. — Athens-based Landmark Properties has recently broken ground on 11 new student housing developments totaling 7,700 beds.
Tim Tolton Joins SHB Team
Veteran publishing executive Tim Tolton has joined France Media, Inc. as a media advisor for Student Housing Business and InterFace Student Housing.
SHB to Hold New Leasing Oriented Conference Sept. 25 in Dallas
Dallas — Student Housing Business and the InterFace Conference Group are pleased to announce the launch of a new niche conference — SHB LeaseCon: A Social Media, Digital & Traditional Marketing Boot Camp —…
The Preiss Co., TH Real Estate Acquire 450-Bed Community Near Sam Houston State
Huntsville, Texas — A joint venture between The Preiss Company and TH Real Estate has acquired The Forum at Sam Houston, a 450-bed student housing community located near the Sam…
Harrison Street Acquires 318-Bed Residence Hall at Arizona State University Polytechnic
Mesa, Ariz. — Harrison Street Real Estate Capital has acquired Century Hall, a 318-bed residence hall located on the Arizona State University Polytechnic campus in Mesa, for $27 million.

Student Housing Pushes Out Affordable Living in College Towns
For Kyle Bach, CEO of The Annex Group LLC, there’s an affordable housing crisis taking place in large university towns.
Aptitude Development to Break Ground on 591-Bed Community Near the University of Louisville
Louisville, Ky. — Aptitude Development is set to break ground on The Marshall Louisville, a 591-bed student housing community located near the University of Louisville in Kentucky.
American Campus Communities Reports Second Quarter Financial Results
Austin, Texas — Austin-based American Campus Communities has announced financial results for the second quarter of 2018.
Waypoint Residential Acquires 576-Bed Community Near UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, N.C. — Waypoint Residential LLC has acquired 901 Place, a 576-bed student housing community that serves the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Charlotte.
Grandbridge Provides $51.5 Million Fannie Mae Acquisition Loan for Community in Midwest
Minneapolis, Minn. — Grandbridge Real Estate Capital has provided a $51.5 million Fannie Mae loan for the acquisition of a 538-bed student housing community in the Midwest.
Square Mile Capital Provides $55 Million Loan for Community in Downtown Chicago
Chicago — Square Mile Capital Management LLC has provided a $55 million loan for Infinite Chicago, a 404-bed student housing community located in downtown Chicago.
Triad Arranges Sale of Seven-Property Portfolio, 300-Bed Development Site Near University of Illinois
Champaign, Ill. — Triad Real Estate Partners has arranged the sale of a seven-property student housing portfolio and a 30,000-square-foot development site near the University of Illinois in Champaign.
Highland Realty Capital Arranges $10.3 Million Loan for 644-Bed Community Near West Virginia University
Morgantown, W.V. — Highland Realty Capital has arranged a $10.3 million bridge loan for The Ridge at Morgantown, a 644-bed student housing community located near West Virginia University in Morgantown.
Churchey: EdR/Greystar a ‘Fantastic Outcome’ for Shareholders
Following late June’s announcement that Greystar will acquire EdR in a $4.6 billion transaction, SHB interviewed EdR’s CEO Randy Churchey to get an inside view of the deal.
Coastal Ridge, H. Katz Acquire 800-Bed Community in Florida for $44 Million
Fort Myers, Fla. — Coastal Ridge Real Estate and H. Katz Capital have acquired Coastal Village Apartments, an 800-bed student housing community located near Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers…

HFF Arranges Acquisition Financing for 244-Bed Community Near the University of Oregon
Eugene, Ore. — HFF has arranged acquisition financing for Arena District, a 244-bed student housing community located near the University of Oregon in Eugene.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 222-Bed Community Near Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Ga. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of The Gates at Valdosta, a 222-bed student housing community located near Valdosta State University in southern Georgia.
NAI Arranges Sale of 360-Bed Community Near the University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tenn. — NAI Global and NAI Koella | RM Moore has arranged the sale of The Tower at Morgan Hill, a 360-bed student housing community located near the University of…
Trinitas Breaks Ground on 784-Bed Community Near the University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kan. — Trinitas has broken ground on The Nest by Trinitas, a 784-bed, cottage-style community located near the University of Kansas in Lawrence.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 432-Bed Community in Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, Ind. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of St. Joe Place, a 432-bed student housing community located near Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University-Fort Wayne in…
CA Student Living Breaks Ground on Six Communities Totaling 3,000 Beds
Chicago — Chicago-based CA Student Living has broken ground on six student housing communities totaling 3,000 beds.
TH Real Estate Provides $129.4 Million in Financing for Two Communities in Minnesota, Georgia
Minneapolis and Athens, Ga. — TH Real Estate — an affiliate of Nuveen, the investment management arm of TIAA — has provided separate loans totaling $129.4 million for two student…
Campus Advantage Promotes Jennifer Cassidy to EVP and Co-COO
Austin, Texas — Austin-based Campus Advantage has promoted Jennifer Cassidy to executive vice president and co-chief operating officer.
PAC Purchases 556-Bed Student Housing Community Near Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas — Atlanta-based REIT Preferred Apartment Communities Inc. (PAC) has purchased The Bloc, a student housing community serving Texas Tech University in Lubbock.
HFF Arranges $30 Million Sale of Student Housing Portfolio at Lehigh University
Bethlehem, Pa. — HFF has arranged the $30 million sale of a 71-building, 383-bed student housing portfolio at Lehigh University in Bethlehem.

Peak Campus Awarded Management of 864-Bed Community Near Texas A&M
College Station, Texas — Peak Campus has been awarded management of Z Islander, an 864-bed student housing community located near the Texas A&M campus in College Station.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 165-Bed Community Near Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, Texas — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Edge 55, a 165-bed student housing community located near Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.
Colliers International Arranges Sale of Two Communities Near Clemson University
Clemson, S.C. — Colliers International has arranged the sale of two student housing communities located near the Clemson University campus in South Carolina.
The Vista Student Housing Development Near California State University, Stanislaus Receives LEED Silver Certification
Turlock, Calif. — The Vista, a 660-bed student housing community developed by AMCAL Equities, has received LEED Silver certification.
Greystar to Acquire EdR in $4.6 Billion Transaction
Charleston, S.C. — An affiliate of Charleston-based multifamily development firm Greystar has agreed to acquire student housing owner-developer Education Realty Trust Inc. (NYSE: EDR) in an all-cash merger transaction valued…
Construction Underway on Five Properties by Core Spaces
Chicago — Construction is currently underway on five properties totaling 2,441 beds by Chicago-based Core Spaces.
Peak Campus Awarded Management of Two Communities at the University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis — Peak Campus has been awarded management of two student housing communities developed by a partnership between Strategic Capital Partners and the University of Indianapolis.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 218-Bed Community Near the University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Midtown Arlington, a 218-bed student housing community located near the University of Texas at Arlington.
Spectra Student Living, Warner University Announce Multi-Phase Renovation and Development Plan
Lake Wales, Fla. — Spectra Student Living and Warner University have announced plans to renovate and develop housing on the university’s campus in Lake Wales.
Arrimus Capital Sells 518-Bed Community Near Iowa State University for $44 Million
Ames, Iowa — Arrimus Capital has sold the 518-bed Stadium View in Ames for $44 million.

Norfolk State University Announces Plans for 740-Bed Residence Hall
Norfolk, Va. — Norfolk State University has announced plans for a 740-bed residence hall located on the university’s campus in Norfolk, Virginia.
UH-Victoria Breaks Ground on $22.8 Million Student Housing Property
Victoria, Texas — The University of Houston-Victoria (UH-Victoria) has broken ground on Don & Mona Smith Hall, a $22.8 million student housing property on the university’s campus in Victoria.
The Annex Group Hires Director of Finance
Indianapolis — The Annex Group has hired Sam Hurley as the Indianapolis-based company’s director of finance.
Greystar in Talks to Acquire EdR for $3.1 Billion
Charleston, S.C. and Memphis, Tenn. — The Wall Street Journal has reported that Charleston-based Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC is in exclusive talks to acquire Memphis-based EdR for $3.1 billion.
Executive Hires, Promotions at Core Spaces
Chicago — Chicago-based Core Spaces has hired John Wieker as chief investment officer; promoted Andrew Wiedner to chief acquisitions officer; and hired Erin Perez as senior vice president of property management.
PAC Acquires 894-Bed Community Near the University of Central Florida
Orlando, Fla. — Preferred Apartment Communities Inc. (PAC) has acquired The Retreat at Orlando, an 894-bed, cottage-style student housing community located near the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of Communities in Florida, Michigan
Tallahassee, Fla. and Ann Arbor, Mich. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of two student housing communities located in Florida and Michigan.
EdR Reportedly In Talks With PE Firms
Memphis, Tenn. — The Wall Street Journal has reported that EdR (NYSE:EdR), one of two public student housing REITs, is in potential talks with private equity firms to explore a possible transaction…
Greystar to Break Ground on 850-Bed Community Near the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, N.C. — Greystar is set to break ground on an 850-bed student housing community located near the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus.
Gilbane Development Breaks Ground on 538-Bed Community Near the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, Ill. — Gilbane Development Company has broken ground on Octave, a 538-bed student housing community located two blocks from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus in Champaign.

Domus Student Living to Break Ground on 519-Bed Community Near Arkansas Tech
Russellville, Ark. — Domus Student Living is set to break ground on Legends Russellville, a 519-bed student housing community located near Arkansas Tech University in Russellville.
ACC Signs Letter of Intent to Develop, Own Housing for the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. — American Campus Communities has entered into a non-binding letter of intent to lease land from Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, to develop…
Grandbridge Arranges $35.8 Million Refinancing for 1,067-Bed Property Near Temple University
Philadelphia — Grandbridge Real Estate Capital has arranged a $35.8 million refinancing for The Edge, a student housing community located near Temple University in Philadelphia.
Capstone Development Partners Promotes Walker May and William Davis to Executive Vice President
Birmingham, Ala. — Birmingham-based Capstone Development Partners has promoted Walker May and William Davis to the position of executive vice president.
Campus Advantage Acquires Six Student Housing Properties
Austin, Texas— Austin-based Campus Advantage has acquired six student housing properties totaling 1,910 beds in a joint venture with a major state pension fund.
RISE, UL Lafayette Break Ground on 600-Bed On-Campus Mixed-Use Development
Lafayette, La. — The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and RISE: A Real Estate Company have broken ground on a 281,000-square-foot mixed-use development located on the university’s campus in Lafayette.
ARA Newmark Arranges $55.5 Million Sale of 336-Unit Multifamily Community for Conversion to Student Housing
Orlando, Fla. — ARA Newmark has arranged the $55.5 million sale of Arden Villas, a 336-unit multifamily community located in Orlando.
CA Ventures Hires Peter Isaac to Lead Firm’s P3 Expansion
Chicago — CA Ventures has appointed Peter Isaac executive vice president of public-private partnerships.
China-Based OC Ventures Acquires 640-Bed Community Near the University at Buffalo
Amherst, N.Y. — China-based real estate private equity fund OC Ventures has acquired Twenty 91 North, a 640-bed student housing community located near the University at Buffalo in Amherst.
The Preiss Company, TH Real Estate Acquire 472-Bed Community Near Indiana University
Bloomington, Ind. — A joint venture between The Preiss Company and TH Real Estate has acquired The Park on Morton, a 472-bed student housing community located near Indiana University in Bloomington.

Lehigh University, EdR Break Ground on 428-Bed On-Campus Community
Bethlehem, Pa. — Lehigh University and EdR have broken ground on SouthSide Commons, a 428-bed student housing community located on the university’s campus in Bethlehem.
Marcus & Millichap Arranges $20.9 Million Sale of 251-Bed Student Housing Portfolio Near Wake Forest
Winston-Salem, N.C. — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the $20.9 million sale of Deacon Properties, a 64-home, 251-bed student housing portfolio located near Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem.
HFF Arranges $30.4 Million Recapitalization of Two Student Housing Communities Near the University of Georgia
Athens, Ga. — HFF has arranged the $30.4 million recapitalization of River Club Apartments and River Club Townhomes, two student housing communities operated as a single property near the University of…
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of Two Communities Near the University of Notre Dame
South Bend, Ind. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Campus Court and Campus View, two adjacent student housing communities located near the University of Notre Dame in South…
Peak Campus Awarded Management of 484-Bed Community Near the University of Arizona
Tucson, Ariz. — Peak Campus has been awarded management of University Villa at Ironwood, a 484-bed student housing community located near the University of Arizona in Tucson.
Collegiate Housing Foundation Announces Retirement of Leeman Covey as President and CEO, Appointment of Successor
Fairhope, Alabama — Leeman Covey has announced his retirement as president and CEO of the Collegiate Housing Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Fairhope, Alabama, that works to assist colleges and…
Mallory & Evans to Break Ground on 376-Bed Community in Daytona
Daytona, Fla. — Mallory & Evans is set to break ground on Bellamy Daytona, a 376-bed student housing community located in Daytona.
Colliers to Acquire 75 Percent Stake in Harrison Street for $450 Million
Toronto and Chicago — In an effort to expand its global investment management platform, Colliers International Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CIGI) has agreed to acquire 75 percent of Harrison Street Real Estate…
Eight Property, 1,546-Bed Student Housing Portfolio Trades Hands Near Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, Idaho — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the sale of an eight-property, 1,546-bed student housing portfolio located near Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg.
American Campus Communities, UC Irvine Begin Construction on 1,441-Bed On-Campus Residence Hall
Irvine, Calif. — American Campus Communities and the University of California, Irvine, have broken ground on a 1,441-bed on-campus residential building and a bike storage facility.

Preferred Campus Communities Acquires 808-Bed Community Near Texas A&M
College Station, Texas — Preferred Campus Communities, a wholly owned subsidiary of Preferred Apartment Communities, has acquired The Tradition, an 808-bed student housing community located one block away from the Texas…
Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of 324-Bed Community Near the University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, Texas — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the sale of The Reserve, a 324-bed student housing community located near the University of Texas at Tyler.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 760-Bed Community Near the University of South Carolina
Columbia, S.C. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Aspyre at Assembly Station, a 760-bed student housing community located near the University of South Carolina in Columbia.
Cardinal Group Promotes Eddie Moreno to Executive Vice President of Operations
Denver, Colo. — Denver-based Cardinal Group Management has promoted Eddie Moreno to executive vice president of operations.
CBRE Arranges Sale of 590-Bed Community Near the University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio — CBRE has arranged the sale of Edge 1120, a 590-bed student housing community located near the University of Toledo.
Duquesne University, Radnor Property Group, Harrison Street to Redevelop 660-Bed Residence Hall
Pittsburgh — Duquesne University has finalized the sale of Brottier Hall, an apartment-style residence hall located on the university’s campus in Pittsburgh, to Radnor Property Group and Harrison Street Real Estate…
Howard University, Corvias Renovate and Open 1,163-Bed Residence Hall
Washington, D.C. — Howard University and Corvias have announced the completion of renovations at Howard Plaza Towers East, a 1,163-bed residence hall located on the university’s campus in Washington, D.C.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 850-Bed Community in Philadelphia
Philadelphia — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of evo at Circa Centre South, an 850-bed student housing community located in University City, Philadelphia.
FourPoint Arranges Sale of Two Communities Near the University of South Florida
Tampa, Fla. — FourPoint Student Housing Investments has arranged the sale of Campus Club North and Campus Club South, two student housing properties located near the University of South Florida…
Peak Campus Hires Heather Williams as Vice President of Marketing
Atlanta — Atlanta-based Peak Campus has hired Heather Williams as vice president of marketing.

KeyBank Originates $247.8 Million Financing for Community Near USC
Los Angeles — KeyBank Real Estate Capital has originated a $247.8 million Freddie Mac, first mortgage loan for The Lorenzo, a student housing community located in Los Angeles.
Servitas, Orange Coast College to Develop 811-Bed On-Campus Student Housing
Costa Mesa, Calif. — Servitas and Orange Coast College have announced plans for an 811-bed student housing community on the college’s campus in Costa Mesa.
Leasing Center Open for 364-Bed Development Near North Dakota State University
Fargo, N.D. — The leasing center is now open for The Bridges, a 364-bed student housing development located near North Dakota State University in Fargo.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of Three Student Housing Communities Totaling 2,286 Beds
Austin, Texas — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Ballpark Apartments, which consists of several student communities in central Austin, including Ballpark East, Ballpark South and Ballpark West.
SEC Approves Initial Public Offering for Strategic Student & Senior Housing Trust
Ladera Ranch, Calif. — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has allowed a new housing REIT, Strategic Student & Senior Housing Trust, to launch its $1.1 billion initial public offering.
Campus Advantage Promotes Kelly Vickroy to Vice President
Austin, Texas — Austin-based Campus Advantage has promoted Kelly Vickroy to vice president of learning and development.
Nelson Brothers CEO Launches New Student Housing Venture, Nelson Partners
Aliso Viejo, Calif. — Patrick Nelson, president and CEO of Aliso Viejo-based Nelson Brothers, has launched a new student housing company, Nelson Partners.
University System of Georgia Seeks Proposals to Expand P3 Student Housing Program
Atlanta — The University System of Georgia has released a request for qualified concessionaires (RFQC) for a student housing public-private partnership for seven University System of Georgia institutions.
Pierce Education Properties, DWS Acquire Community Near Indiana University
Bloomington, Ind. — A joint venture between Pierce Education Properties and DWS has acquired Smallwood Plaza, a 713-bed student housing community located near Indiana University in Bloomington.
Asset Campus Housing to be Strategic Partner for Student Housing Property in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Asset Campus Housing has been tapped to act as strategic partner for The Myriad Dubai, a student housing development located in Dubai.

Colliers International Hires Jamie Swick as Senior Associate of Student Housing Investments
Tampa, Fla. — Colliers International’s Tampa-based student housing group has hired Jamie Swick as senior associate of student housing investments.
John Williams, Prominent Atlanta Apartment Developer and Founder of Post Properties, Dies at 75
Atlanta — Renowned Atlanta apartment developer John A. Williams died Monday, April 16 at the age of 75.
Lincoln Ventures Breaks Ground on 239-Bed Community Near the University of Texas
Austin, Texas — Lincoln Ventures has broken ground on The Ruckus 2.0, a 239-bed student housing community located two blocks from the University of Texas in Austin.
GMH Capital, AGC Equity Partners Announce 305-Bed Development Near California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, Calif. — GMH Capital Partners and AGC Equity Partners have announced plans for The Academy on 65th, a 305-bed student housing community located near California State University – Sacramento.
Vesper Acquires 600-Bed Community Near the University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, N.C. — Vesper Holdings has acquired University Village, a 600-bed student housing community located near the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
CBRE Arranges Sale of 316-Bed Community Near Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas — CBRE has arranged the sale of Dakota Ranch, a 316-bed student housing community located near Texas State University in San Marcos.
MJW Investments Acquires Student Housing Community Near Arizona State
Tempe, Ariz. — MJW Investments has acquired ReNUE on Orange, a 110-unit student housing community located near Arizona State University in Tempe.
WINLYND Acquires Distressed Note on 384-Bed Student Housing Community Near Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas — WINLYND LLC has acquired the distressed bank note on Village at Lamar, a 384-bed student housing community located near Lamar University in Beaumont, and has subsequently taken…
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 401-Bed Community near SUNY Brockport
Brockport, N.Y. — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of The Brock, a 401-bed student housing community located near The College at Brockport, State University of New York.
Continued Industry Growth, High Investor Interest Highlighted at InterFace Student Housing
Austin, Texas — Almost 1,300 leaders from across all facets of the student housing industry joined together in Austin this week for the 10th annual InterFace Student Housing conference, held at the…

Innovator Awards Honor Outstanding Industry Projects and Programs at InterFace Student Housing
Austin, Texas — Thursday evening, April 5, Student Housing Business presented 25 awards to student housing owners, developers, operators, architecture firms and universities for excellence in student housing development, marketing and operations. More than…
Wellington Realty Arranges Sale of West Campus Lofts Near Baylor University
Waco, Texas — Wellington Realty has arranged the sale of West Campus Lofts, a student housing community located near Baylor University in Waco.
ARA Newmark Closes $500 Million in Student Housing Sales in Seven States
Austin, Texas — ARA, A Newmark Co., has sold more than $500 million in student housing properties since February, totaling more than 5,034 beds serving major universities in seven states.
Balfour Beatty, Texas Woman’s University Break Ground on $75.5 Million Mixed-Use Development
Denton, Texas — Balfour Beatty Campus Solutions and Texas Woman’s University have broken ground on a $75.5 million, mixed-use development on the university’s campus in Denton.
Travis Prince Joins Cushman & Wakefield as Executive Managing Director of Student Housing
Tampa, Fla. — Cushman & Wakefield has hired Travis Prince as executive managing director of the firm’s national Student Housing Capital Markets team.
Peak Campus Awarded Management of 194-Bed Student Housing Community Near Mercer University
Macon, Ga. — Peak Campus has been awarded management of The Lofts at College Hill, a 194-bed student housing community located near Mercer University in Macon, Georgia.
Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 154-Bed Community Near Cleveland State University
Cleveland — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of the Domain at Cleveland, a 154-bed student housing community located near Cleveland State University.
FourPoint Arranges Sale of Two-Property Portfolio Near Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas — FourPoint Student Housing Investments has arranged the sale of a two-property student housing portfolio located near Texas State University in San Marcos.
Horizon Realty Acquires 384-Bed Community near the University of Central Florida
Orlando, Fla. — Horizon Realty Advisors has acquired The Quad, a 384-bed student housing community located near the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
Partnership forms Arrowroot Real Estate, Acquires First Multifamily Asset
Los Angeles — A partnership between D & B Capital Partners, Arrowroot Family Office and ARB Investments has formed Arrowroot Real Estate, a new entity which will invest in modernizing…

Asset Campus Housing Awarded Management of 518-Bed Community Near Iowa State
Ames, Iowa — Asset Campus Housing has been awarded management of Stadium View Suites, a 518-bed student housing community located near Iowa State University in Ames.
Robert Morris University Offers Comcast’s Xfinity On Campus
Moon, Pa. — Comcast has launched its Xfinity On Campus Service at Robert Morris University, located in the Pittsburgh suburb of Moon.
CA Student Living Breaks Ground on 675-Bed Community Near Purdue University
West Lafayette, Ind. — CA Student Living, an affiliate of CA Ventures, has broken ground on RISE on Chauncey, a 675-bed community located near Purdue University in West Lafayette.
Park7 Group Breaks Ground on 701-Bed Community in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, Texas — Park7 Group has broken ground on Park Place Arlington, a 701-bed student housing community located one block from The University of Texas at Arlington.
HighBridge to Develop 708-Bed Community Near University of California, Davis
Davis, Calif. — HighBridge Properties will soon break ground on Lincoln40, a 708-bed student housing community located near the University of California, Davis.
Campus Advantage Awarded Management of Two Communities Near Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas — Campus Advantage has been awarded management of The Edge and The Lodge, two student housing communities located near Texas State University in San Marcos.
Pedestrian Bridge to Connect University Bridge Residences Development to Campus Collapses Near FIU
Miami — The pedestrian bridge set to connect University Bridge Residences — a student housing development currently underway by a joint venture including University Developments — to Florida International University…
Waypoint Residential Acquires Two Student Housing Communities, Hires Three
Auburn, Ala. And Lawrence, Kan. — Waypoint Residential has acquired two student housing communities located in Alabama and Kansas.
Hunt Mortgage Provides $187 Million Refinancing for Affordable, Student Housing Properties in Southeast, Texas
New York City — New York-based Hunt Mortgage Group has provided $187 million in refinancing for a portfolio of affordable and student housing properties located throughout Texas, Florida and South…
Coastal Ridge Acquires 718-Bed Community Near the University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tenn. — Coastal Ridge Real Estate has acquired Crowne at Campus Pointe, a 718-bed student housing community located at 2240 Grand Ave. near the University of Tennessee in Knoxville…

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