Investors are cautiously optimistic about the multifamily market in 2025, expecting moderate growth and improving market conditions despite ongoing economic and operational challenges.
Sixty-five percent of investors plan to moderately expand their multifamily portfolios this year, according to Berkadia’s inaugural multifamily investor sentiment survey. A majority also expect rent growth to increase moderately, by between 1% and 3%. Operational challenges cited include insurance costs, cost of labor, maintenance and repairs, and regulatory compliance.
The report was conducted in January and included feedback from 240 clients about their anticipated challenges and expectations for the multifamily sector in 2025.
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