GSA - Global Student Accommodation

To kick off day two at MIPIM it was a pleasure to welcome Jennie Gow to The Dot Group's #WomeninRealEstate breakfast. Jennie is an inspiring women in her field, having reached the pinnacle of broadcast journalism within the world of Formula One. What was clear was that, #F1, like real estate, is all about people, relationships, and working as a high performing team. Diversity of thought and backgrounds is integral to success and we're delighted to see more and more women participating in both the world of motor sport, propery and the wider living sector.

We're down at #MIPIM this week with colleagues from across The Dot Group, Yugo, Student.com and Kinetic Capital. To kick off the week we were delighted to join the team, and guests from across the global student living sector, to celebrate the Group's partnership with Visa Cash App RB F1 Team, and hear from the inspirational former Formula One driver Mark Blundell. We're looking forward to the rest of the week and having a productive and enjoyable MIPIM #F1 #studentaccommodation #studenthousing #pbsa

We’re looking forward to connecting with leaders from across the PBSA sector in Malaga in May for the Global Student Living Investor Summit and delighted to be on board as a sponsor alongside Kinetic Capital and Yugo #pbsa #studenthousing #studentaccommodation #investment

We're looking forward to attending MIPIM next month! During the event John Jacobs will be joining the team at JLL and Urban Land Institute to explore the growing Operational Real Estate sectors and the role that strategic partnerships can play in delivering enhanced returns. We look forward to seeing you there. #MIPIM2025 #OperationalRealEstate #JLL #ULI #RealEstateInvesting

We’re pleased to announce that we have refinanced four of our Irish properties with Bank of Ireland Corporate and Commercial . The facilities total c. €175m and cover New Mill, The Tannery, Ardcairn House and Broadstone Hall, all of which are in prime locations in Dublin.   Commenting on the deal, John Jacobs, Global Head of Capital Markets at GSA said: “Having worked closely with Bank of Ireland to develop and establish the PBSA sector in the country, I’m delighted to be continuing our relationship with this transaction. "As the largest owner of student housing in the country today, GSA has seen first-hand its evolution. With some of the world’s leading higher education institutions, and now the only English-speaking country in the EU, Ireland benefits from a strong supply of domestic and international students, all of which underpins the sector’s resilience.” #Ireland #studentaccommodation #studenthousing #pbsa

🌍 Exploring the Evolution of the Global Student Housing Market 🎙️ John Jacobs, Global Head of Capital Markets at GSA recently spoke to Andrew Teacher, co-founder of Lauder Teacher for the latest episode of #PropCast. In this thought-provoking discussion, they delve into the opportunities, challenges, and transformative trends shaping the student housing sector, the role it plays in the wider residential market, and its broader economic impact.   As one of the most dynamic and resilient asset classes in global real estate, the student housing market has seen remarkable growth. GSA has been at the forefront of this evolution, today managing a portfolio spanning 80 leading higher educational cities across 11 countries, with assets exceeding $7 billion.   In this podcast, John shares key insights into: ✅ Global Expansion and Diversification: Including GSA's landmark €540 million joint venture in France and entry into the Italian market. ✅ The Rise of Institutional Capital: From niche to mainstream, student housing has captured the attention of leading private equity firms. ✅ The Role of Data and Location-Driven Strategies: Understanding university strength and market demand to ensure success. ✅ The Importance of Community and Security for Students: Delivering more than housing—creating enriching experiences.   🎧 Tune in to hear how GSA is navigating market challenges, embracing innovation, and shaping the future of student accommodation worldwide.   Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, SoundCloud, or directly via the PropCast platform: https://lnkd.in/exCf34zt #StudentHousing #GlobalInvestment #RealEstateInnovation #GSAGroup #PropCast #PBSA

Having entered the Italian market at the end of last year, we are delighted to welcome Linda Delmedico to the team as Regional Development Manager, to implement our development-led strategy in Italy. As our first employee in the country, her appointment marks a significant milestone in GSA’s European growth strategy and reflects our ambitions in the Italian market. Linda brings over seven years of expertise managing the entire life cycle of real estate developments. This includes introducing the first hybrid student housing model in Italy, managing schemes throughout planning process, and overseeing the delivery of new assets to the point of opening. Read more about Linda’s background and role she will play in shaping the future of student housing with GSA in the press release here: https://lnkd.in/g2AZ4nEp We’re excited to welcome Linda to the GSA team! #PBSA #studenthousing #studentaccommodation #Italy #development

At GSA, our sustainability strategy is underpinned by a recognition of our responsibility to reduce the built environment’s carbon footprint, and the creation of healthy and safe spaces for our students to support their wellbeing during their time with us. Our strategy in action can be seen in the U.S.A., where we have been working closely with our global operating partner Yugo and Evolution Sustainability Group to deliver practical, innovative, and cost-effective energy solutions, that are improving the environmental performance of our portfolio and supporting the health and wellbeing of our students. To date, our sustainability projects in the U.S.A. have reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 5,818 Metric Tons CO2e, the equivalent of burning 13,400 barrels of oil a year, and Yugo’s Live Your Best Life programme has delivered site-based activities, including exercise classes, wellbeing sessions, and CV writing workshops across our 43 sites to over 1,200 students, encouraging them to shine. As a result of these initiatives, we’re proud that 50% of our spaces have now achieved Energy Star certification, and 40% of our spaces have been awarded Fitwel certification, demonstrating the positive impact for our students. #sustainableliving #studenthousing #studentaccommodation #pbsa

On the latest episode of Reinventing Real Estate by Harris Associates, James Hunt, Global Head of Real Estate, discusses how GSA is evolving to meet the distinct needs of international students. From the surge in Indian student numbers to navigating the complexities of Tokyo's high-barrier, high-value market, our approach is about aligning with local expectations and continuously learning and evolving to set new standards.   Hear how we’re shaping the future of student living - listen to the full episode here:   🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/duQe37KH 🎧 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/djfYSqnn 🎧 Apple: https://lnkd.in/dPxWnWuR #ReinventingRealEstate #RealEstateInnovation #Podcast #HarrisAssociates #GSA #RealEstate #GlobalCapital #FutureOfRealEstate #PropertyInvestment #PropertyDevelopment #PBSA #StudentAccomodation #StudentExperience #StudentWellbeing #PodcastInsights

We are delighted to announce that GSA has formed a new joint venture with Nuveen, a TIAA company, on behalf of parent company TIAA, and signed an agreement to acquire the YouFirst Campus portfolio in France from Gecina for c.€540 million. The transaction secures entry into the French student housing market for both GSA and Nuveen, extending our respective pan-European PBSA footprints. The JV will acquire Gecina’s student housing portfolio of over 3,600 beds across 18 operational assets in Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Marseille and Paris, providing immediate scale and market presence across the country’s leading educational cities. The portfolio also includes four development sites in Paris creating an accretive pipeline that aligns to the JV’s value add and long-term strategy. Upon completion of the transaction, the spaces will be operated by our global operating partner Yugo, who will deliver an enhanced experience for students and scope for operational efficiencies. This is another step forward for GSA as we continue to implement our European growth strategy, and maintains the momentum from our entry into Italy in November. This further diversification of our portfolio means that GSA is now the world’s most globally diversified student housing investor and asset manager and well positioned for future growth. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e_HGanfE #Nuveenrealestate #pbsa #studenthousing #studentaccommodation #studyinfrance #highereducationinfrance