August 2016 Table of Contents

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Swedish Development Marries Urban, Natural Landscapes   Design and Development Swedish Development Marries Urban, Natural Landscapes

A mixed-use community attempts to establish a visionary residential quarter. Read more

Fitch: New US CMBS Multifamily Supply Is Increasing Risk of Overbuilding Multifamily Executive Fitch: New US CMBS Multifamily Supply Is Increasing Risk of Overbuilding

High-end construction in 12 metros intensifies; Fitch doesn't expect ratings impact. Read more

2 Brooklyn Blocks to Become 1-Million-Square-Foot Development Development 2 Brooklyn Blocks to Become 1-Million-Square-Foot Development

ODA New York is transforming a former brewery into a “city within a city.” Read more

Bike Storage and Sharing Grow More Popular 2016 MFE Concept Community Bike Storage and Sharing Grow More Popular

Bike storage space and bike-sharing amenities are gaining traction with renters. But how much more will they pay for these amenities? Read more

Focus
Zoning Change Encourages More-Varied Mixed Use in Denver New Developments Zoning Change Encourages More-Varied Mixed Use in Denver

The condo 250 Columbine takes advantage of the city's new residential opportunities. Read more

More Public–Private Partnerships Needed to Help Address Affordability Guest Commentary More Public–Private Partnerships Needed to Help Address Affordability

The effort requires greater cooperation between government and the private sector. Read more

Inspire
Counting Cranes: 5 of the Most Active Construction Markets Multifamily Executive Counting Cranes: 5 of the Most Active Construction Markets

Demand for rental housing has had multifamily construction booming since 2010, with several cities in particular enjoying the renaissance. A look at five such metros and their submarkets reveals some common ingredients—and differences—behind their success. Read more

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The Most Walkable Metros With the Highest Rent Premiums Rent Trends The Most Walkable Metros With the Highest Rent Premiums

Rent values for multifamily properties in major metros with the most walkable urban space post a 66% premium over those in drivable suburban locations. Read more

Multifamily Rentals Continue to Drive Housing Market Industry Trends Multifamily Rentals Continue to Drive Housing Market

But home sales are strengthening, and 83% of household heads expect to own homes in the future. Read more

Finance
Scintillating Sin City: Why Vegas, and Why Now? Acquisitions Scintillating Sin City: Why Vegas, and Why Now?

Bascom's senior principal of acquisitions sits down with MFE to talk about the dizzying highs and terrifying lows of this dynamic market. Read more

Bascom Bets Big, Camden Cashes In, on Sin City Acquisitions Bascom Bets Big, Camden Cashes In, on Sin City

The $630 million deal sees Camden leave, and Bascom dominate, Vegas. Read more

Tighten Up: Construction Loans Are Growing Constricted Finance Tighten Up: Construction Loans Are Growing Constricted

Today's robust pipeline of new units has given pause to construction lenders. Read more

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