Greystar (International)

Mark Kuijpers, Senior Managing Director, Central Europe, was quoted by PropertyNL on affordable housing in Utrecht. With the construction of the first two assets of Greystar's Dutch Essential Housing Venture in motion, Mark draws on his own experiences of Greystar's efforts to provide affordable housing in the Netherlands. 'The municipality mentions affordability as a priority of the housing ambitions, but affordability has already been regulated by law in the Affordable Rent Act since last year and is further elaborated in the bill Strengthening Public Housing Control. This bill uses a national standard of two-thirds affordable housing, a balance that is essential to make projects feasible. Tightening that requirement locally to 75 percent affordable makes projects unrealistic, so that even the affordable homes are not built. 'Without action, affordable housing will remain unattainable for many Utrechters.' Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/egWG6q_D

Greystar has opened Canvas Living Hamburg, a community for young professionals and students in one of the city's most vibrant districts. The project, developed in partnership with our construction partner BPD Immobilienentwicklung GmbH, offers 156 fully furnished studio apartments, 78 classic rental units, and 2,500 sqm of retail space, with thoughtfully designed shared spaces, a fitness area, co-working zones, and outdoor terraces. Following the launch of Canvas Living Frankfurt in 2022, Hamburg marks Greystar’s second location in Germany, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality, service-oriented rental homes in dynamic urban locations. Jan-Felipe Salzmann, Senior Director, Germany & Austria, Greystar, said: "The German housing market demands increasingly flexible and high-quality living solutions. Hamburg provides the perfect setting for our Canvas Living concept, which seamlessly blends modern design, smart services, and a strong sense of community - ideal for contemporary city life. With this project, we are strengthening our presence in the German residential market.” #Greystar #CanvasLiving #Hamburg #UrbanLiving #RealEstate #Community

Greystar Managing Director, Spain, Rafael Fernández-Villaverde spoke at the IESE Business School Real Estate Summit in Madrid yesterday. One of the biggest real estate conferences in Spain, it provides a space to share ideas on innovation and resilience in the real estate sector.   The panel discussion focused on the role of regulation, and the challenges and opportunities it presents.   Rafael was joined by Juan Gonzalez Pedrol, Partner at AZ Capital and Carolina Roca Castillo, Chair of ASPRIMA in a conversation moderated by Professor José Luis Suárez Barragato, IESE Business School.   #GreystarEurope #GreystarSpain #conference #housing

The Quality of Life Foundation’s Social Impact Report launches today, featuring our community in west London, Greenford Quay. 297 people from three Build to Rent developments and the surrounding areas gave feedback on a number of topics including green spaces, safety, transport and amenities. In collaboration with British Property Federation and The Association for Rental Living, the research reveals how BTR communities can enhance residents’ health and wellbeing while contributing positively to the wider community. At a launch event for the report, Greystar’s Senior Director, Operations, Todd Marler said: “What you see us doing in the UK, is taking inspiration from our other markets, often the US. We want to create a building that connects with the local area and allows our residents to integrate within the wider community.” #GreystarEurope #socialimpact #GreenfordQuay #ESG

We've expanded our portfolio in Spain by acquiring three assets in Madrid, Barcelona and Bilbao from Bain Capital. Equating to over 2,000 beds, the assets will be managed under Greystar's Be Casa flexible living brand. Alcobendas in Madrid has been operational since 2024, while Barakaldo in Bilbao and Sant Cugat in Barcelona are expected to be completed in 2026. Rafael Fernández-Villaverde, Managing Director - Spain, Greystar, said: “Madrid, Bilbao and Barcelona are experiencing robust economic growth supported by thriving industry and a steadily increasing population. This has led to significant demand for high-quality rental solutions that offers short-, mid-, and longer-term options catering to the diverse needs of professionals, families, and international students. By pairing an already proven brand concept that is ready for expansion with Greystar’s global expertise, we are accelerating our growth in Spain while creating operational synergies that will deliver an even better living experience for residents.” Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ej96bany Rafael Fernández-Villaverde Juan Navarro Alejandro Michelsen Vargas Silvia Baeza Gonzalez, CFA Beatriz Deprit Marino Laso Palomino #GreystarEurope #GreystarSpain #housing #flexibleliving

We've added 400 more beds to our student accommodation portfolio in the UK with the acquisition of 'The Neighbourhood' in Exeter and Cardiff. This deal marks our expansion into two new UK cities, both experiencing an undersupply of housing, despite being home to two of the largest Russell Group universities. Ben Mowbray, Managing Director - Investment, Greystar, said: "The acquisition of two new PBSA assets in highly sought-after locations aligns perfectly with our strategy to expand our footprint in key student markets across the UK. With the number of full-time students in the UK expected to rise to 2.5 million by 2030, the demand for high-quality, professionally managed student accommodation continues to grow and we are well-positioned to leverage these opportunities and provide secure returns for our investors while creating vibrant communities where students can thrive." #GreystarEurope #studenthousing #university #PBSA

We have appointed Mary Craddock as Managing Director, Portfolio Management for Europe. Mary will oversee Greystar's relationships with joint venture partners, driving growth for our Build to Rent and Student Accommodation strategies across Europe. Daniel Breeden, Managing Director - Portfolio Management, Europe, said: "Greystar's 30 years of operational expertise and long-standing relationships with capital partners continue to set us apart, helping us meet the high demands of the housing market with unmatched service and integration. With a significant European portfolio now under our belt, Mary's appointment marks an exciting step forward as we continue to offer comprehensive solutions that resonate with investors and ensure optimum asset performance." Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/epdj97i6 #GreystarEurope #housing #PortfolioManagement

Greystar team members in London have been donating money and presents to Family Action’s Toy Appeal over the Christmas period. The team hosted a present-wrapping event earlier this month with mulled wine and Christmas music. They raised over £750 and donated 106 presents to various Family Action partners. Family Action has been helping families in need across the UK, for over 150 years. Their Toy Appeal aims to bring joy to children, young adults, and families in need by donating gifts during the holidays, keeping the magic of Christmas alive. #GreystarEurope #GreystarGivesBack

Wishing you all a merry and bright holiday season, from all of us at Greystar! 🎄🎁❄ #Greystar #HappyHolidays

We have acquired Point Campus in Dublin, Ireland's largest off-campus student accommodation complex. The 966 bed-property will be managed under our pan-European student brand Canvas and includes a gym, cinema, common room and roof terrace. Claire Solon, Managing Director of Greystar Ireland, said: “We are really excited to enter the student accommodation market here in Ireland. We believe the business is well positioned to respond to the undersupply of high quality and professionally managed accommodation, driven by strong ongoing demand from Irish and international students.” Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ey87Zupi #GreystarEurope #studentaccommodation #GreystarIreland #housing