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Build to Rent

Maximizing Profits in the Build-to-Rent Space

Experts share how they are cutting costs in order to grow their B2R inventory

Market Data + Trends

US Rental Market Cools Down Following Several Months of Price Increases

Even so, rental rates remain more than 20% higher than before the pandemic

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Single-Family Homes

Single-Family Rent Growth Stabilizes

Rental rates continue to climb but at a much slower pace compared with the surge in prices that occurred during the pandemic

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Build to Rent

Single-Family Build-to-Rent Home Starts Grew During Q2 2024

With an ongoing need for rental housing, the number of B2R home starts in Q2 2024 increased by 10% year-over-year

Single-Family Homes

Where Is the Single-Family Rental Market Headed?

Investors are cautiously optimistic about the state of the market, but interest rates and insurance costs remain a concern

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Housing Markets

These Cities Are the Top Choices for Renters Right Now

While the West was the most popular region for renters overall, Minneapolis saw the most renters entering the market in the first half of 2024

Build to Rent

10 Challenges Facing the Build-to-Rent Sector

There are a number of challenges B2R operators are dealing with, such as the slower pace of construction and figuring out the best areas to buy land

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Build to Rent

As Summer Heats Up, the Slowdown in the Rental Market Begins to Ease

Slight rent increases were observed in both the single-family and multifamily markets

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Housing Markets

These Cities Have the Highest Share of Luxury Homes for Rent

Many California cities top the list, with Irvine recording the highest number of luxury single-family rentals

Build to Rent

Single-Family Build-to-Rent Sector Heats Up, While Multifamily Slows

The key to successful B2R communities is finding land in 'fringe' markets

Build to Rent

While Build-to-Rent Construction Activity Remains Heightened, It’s Unclear Exactly What the Future Holds

About half of recently surveyed experts believe B2R is here to stay, but others suggest activity in the sector will die down

Build to Rent

Build-to-Rent Communities Are on the Rise

Last year, more than 27,000 build-to-rent homes were constructed across the US

Housing Giants

2024 Housing Giants Report—Top 20 Rental Home Builders

The 20 builders that lead the nation in rental unit construction in Pro Builder’s 2024 Housing Giants

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Affordability

How Much Must American Renters Earn to Afford Average Rental Prices?

US rents have increased 3.6% year-over-year, pushing the amount renters must earn to afford average rents to around $80K

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Maximizing Profits in the Build-to-Rent Space

US Rental Market Cools Down Following Several Months of Price Increases

Single-Family Rent Growth Stabilizes

Single-Family Build-to-Rent Home Starts Grew During Q2 2024

These Are the Best Markets for Buyers and Sellers Right Now

US Rental Market Cools Down Following Several Months of Price Increases

Trends Survey Reveals 4 Residential Design Trends Driven by Rising Costs