The Multifamily Journal

Pet-friendliness is one of the ultimate differentiators at rental communities, and the difference is obvious the moment you walk a truly pet-inclusive property. Communities that embrace this reality benefit from stronger renewal rates, more engaged residents and an environment that feels welcoming to a wider pool of renters.

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., today announced it has broken ground at Modera Woodmont Beach, a contemporary mixed-use community located along Pacific Highway 20 miles south of Downtown Seattle in Des Moines, Wash.

Multifamily's top storylines this week are Engrain and Venn close longest open loop in leasing, FTC makes new push on fees, Warren expands spotlight to multifamily, property management friction, community flexibility, the need for dedicated rental communities, tech and ancillary income, multichannel marketing and AI's effect on searches.

Residents now consider high-tech amenities a significant factor in their leasing decisions. This isn't a trend. Technology that operates seamlessly and enhances the renter experience is a core expectation for renters. This presents an extraordinary opportunity to create communities that residents love and generate substantial returns.

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., today announced two new retailers at Modera Riverview, a contemporary midrise community located along the Cumberland River in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood.

Engrain, the leader in map-based data visualization for rental housing, and Venn, the AI-first resident intelligence platform redefining how multifamily operators manage leasing and resident relationships, today announced a deep integration between SightMap and Venn's digital leasing platform.

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., today announced it has broken ground on Modera Neptune, a contemporary midrise community within walking distance to Strand Beach in Oceanside.

Multifamily's top storylines this week are CAPREIT acquires Broadway West, homeless housing, NJ mulls algorithmic pricing ban, better budgeting, using data to explain costs to residents, defining America's renters, renter trust recession, AI in student housing and how AI is impacting marketing.