Jeffrey Steele

A Chicago-based freelance writer since 1989, Jefftrey Steele has written on real estate for more than three decades. His real estate writing has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, Barron's, Modern Luxury, HouseLogic, Forbes.com and many other publications. He has written for Multi-Housing News since 2009.

Left to right, Donald Wood, Shobi Khan and Jeff Blau discuss real estate placemaking priorities during the DLA Piper 14th Global Real Estate Summit in Chicago.

DLA Piper Special Report: Exploring Non-Traditional Real Estate Realms

Amid industry optimism, clouds are massing on the horizon. They include concerns over capital, pricing and risk, all interrelated.

DLA Piper Special Report: Opportunities in a Changing World

Office spaces are dramatically changing, according to the top executives comprising the panel. A few of the features in big demand: open floor plans, concrete floors and modern office spaces within walking distance of everything.

William Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management

DLA Special Report: Real Estate Investment Remains Attractive

In an interview with Eastdil Secured CEO Roy March, keynote speaker William Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management, offered attendees a glimpse into the thinking of a hedge fund manager.

Regulatory Reboot: Tax Reform, Finance Top Industry’s Policy Agenda

During the second half of 2017, the commercial real estate industry will face a far-reaching set of legislative and regulatory issues—some brand new, others perennial subjects of advocacy.

Software Update: Cloud Cover

Advances that are pushing the barriers.

Inside Milestone Apartments REIT’s $1.9B Acquisition

Milestone Apartments REIT has entered into an agreement with Starwood Capital Group to acquire Landmark Apartment Trust for $8.17 per share in cash, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $1.9 billion.

Silverstone Sells M-U Apartment Tower in Manhattan for $100M

Owner-developer and affiliate of Madison Realty Capital, Silverstone Property Group has sold 247 E. 28th St., also known as The Grayson, for $100 million.

NYC’s First Apartment Building Composting Program Unveiled

The Helena apartment building on Manhattan’s West Side is the first in New York City to offer residents regular food scrap collection through the city’s Organics Collection Program, according to The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) and The Durst Organization.

Forestar, Canyon-Johnson Partner on Luxury Austin Multi-Family Community

Forestar Group has partnered with Canyon-Johnson Urban Funds to develop Eleven, a new multi-family community at the southeast corner of East 11th St. and I-35 in Downtown Austin, Texas.