Leasing (Research Center)
Oil Prices, Supply Still Influence Houston’s Market
The outlook for Houston’s multifamily sector will stay cloudy as the market continues to show signs of instability, mostly due to negative rent growth and decreasing occupancy in the upscale Lifestyle segment.
Steady Growth Cultivates Building Boom in Columbus
Rents are escalating due to steady employment gains and net in-migration, driven by activity associated with Ohio State. Average rent reached $876, well below the national figure of $1,316.
Eds and Meds Spur Growth in Pittsburgh
Despite a slowly shrinking population, the city’s multifamily market remains steady, bolstered by increased hiring in recession-resistant sectors. Through May, rents rose 0.3 percent, trailing the nation’s 1.5 percent rate, Yardi Matrix data shows.
Tech Scene Stays Hot, Rent Growth Cools in San Jose
Rent growth has been decelerating since it reached double-digit levels in 2015. As of May, the metro’s $2,675 average rent was more than double the national average of $1,316, according to Yardi Matrix.
National Vacancies
Vacancy rates year-over-year decreased in all regions, with the largest change coming from the Northeast, which tightened to 4.9 percent from 5.8 percent in the first quarter of 2017.
National Vacancies
Forecasts show that net absorption is expected to rise in the first quarter of 2018 only in the West region (33.5 percent) and is expected to decrease in the rest of the regions.
Nashville’s Supply Side Shines
With strong demand fueled by robust population gains and consistent job growth, the market remains a hot ticket. Investors acquired more than $1 billion in apartments in 2016, according to Yardi Matrix.
Charlotte’s Boom
The metro’s multifamily market is one of the best-performing in the country, with healthy demand, job increases and strong growth potential.
Jacksonville’s Rapid Growth
A healthy employment climate, an inexpensive cost of living and mild weather are attracting jobs and new residents, creating demand for apartments and bolstering rent growth, according to Yardi Matrix.
Rapid Growth in Raleigh-Durham
The metro continues to appeal to investors who are being priced out or struggling to find high acquisition yields in major markets. The combination of job and population growth has generated a strong demand for apartments, with average rents reaching $1,075.