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We’re bringing 4,000 more student housing beds to Madison across three landmark locations. Located near the iconic State Street in the heart of downtown, our new projects include: 📍 West Johnson & North Bassett Street: 12-stories | 235 units | 910 beds | 20,000+ SF of amenity space. Set to deliver in 2026. (photo below, courtesy of our partners Kahler Slater) 📍 West Johnson & North Broom Street: 15-stories | 474 units | 1,723 beds | 4,000 SF of retail space. Implementing our student affordable program, in which 10% of the beds will be offered at a 40% discount to market rate. Set to deliver in 2027. (photo below, courtesy of our partners Antunovich Associates). 📍 North Frances and West Johnson Street: 15-stories | 392 units | 1,330 beds. Implementing our student affordable program, in which 10% of the beds will be offered at a 40% discount to market rate. Set to deliver in 2028. Madison has always been a special place to us, and we’re committed to not only bringing new supply to this growing market but also delivering the right kind of product that adds value to the community and embraces Madison's rich history. Matt Wachter, Director of the City of Madison's Department of Planning, Community, and Economic Development, said it best: “Core has been a collaborative and responsive partner with the City of Madison for many years now in making sure new developments bring hundreds of much-needed new housing units to the downtown and campus area that will last for years to come. Core’s recent efforts to incorporate less expensive housing opportunities for qualifying students set a good example that we hope others can follow in the future."

We’re expanding in Tampa ☀ With our partners at RD Management LLC, we’re bringing multiple new mixed-use residential projects - including up to 3,000 new purpose-built student housing beds - to Rithm, the nearly 100-acre 15-minute city located in the heart of Tampa’s Uptown District. The first phase of development, Hub II, will feature over 400 units and 1,300 student housing beds. Construction will begin in fall 2024, and the project is expected to be completed in fall 2027. The other phases (Hub III and Hub IV) will include over 700 beds and 800 beds, respectively. In addition to student housing, our phased development will include 150 conventional units and 10,000 SF of neighborhood-friendly retail. The expansion of Hub and evolution of Rithm into a student housing campus is a result of our longstanding partnership with RD Management dating back to 2017.  Once complete, Rithm will be one of the largest innovation communities in the state with capacity for over 7 million square feet of development. Check out plans for our Hub Tampa II development.

Massive updates out of State College, PA. When you go big in a market, you better bring your A-game. We are thrilled to announce that we have received TCO for not one but two new developments near Penn State University. That’s right, oLiv State College and oLiv Highland are one step closer to officially welcoming residents for the 24-25 school year. With these two projects, we’re adding to the market: 1,186 beds, 293 units, two rooftop pools, study spaces, and countless other amenities that will help our residents thrive. That’s a future worth building. We could not achieve these massive milestones without the hard work and dedication of every team member and partner that has touched these two projects. Treehouse Construction, Findorff, OGP Architects, LLP, Curioso, Leonard S. Fiore, Inc., Antunovich Associates, Studio K Creative. Here’s to on-time deliveries.

Go Blue! We’re thrilled to announce the closing of our new 640-bed student housing development near University of Michigan in partnership with TPG Angelo Gordon. Located along E. William Street, just two blocks from the University of Michigan campus, the 16-story, 202-unit building will feature studio through six-bedroom floor plans, townhomes on the ground level and upgraded VIP units on the top floor. Construction is currently underway, and the project is on track to be completed in May 2026, ahead of the 2026-27 school year. Thanks to our partners for all their efforts on this project: TPG Angelo Gordon, TSB Capital Advisors, PC Treehouse, dwell design studio, llc, PARINI and many more. Look out for more Core news out of Ann Arbor soon.

Introducing PRISM. A Core Resource Group. P(pride)R(raising awareness)I(involvement)S(support)M(mentoring) PRISM - our LGBTQIA+ Employee Network at Core - aims to celebrate, support and mentor those that identify as (and/or support) LGBTQIA+. Team member-led, with over 27 and counting, PRISM is on a mission to empower LGBTQIA+ employees to shine and grow together, by creating safe spaces for dialogue between the community and allies outside of the community. This Pride Month, PRISM is sharing a series of newsletters and educational resources honoring the origins of Pride; spotlighting "Pioneers of Progress", the trailblazers who have made an impact on LGBTQIA+ rights; and a map of Pride festivals happening across our 60+ communities. This Friday, June 21, PRISM will host their second-annual company-wide Lunch & Learn to encourage open and honest conversation around LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences. We appreciate PRISM's ongoing efforts to keep the spirit of Pride alive all year long!

Join our growing team and make a huge impact in student housing. Open positions below. Community Manager - Cincinnati, OH Assistant Property Manager - Champaign, IL Community Leasing Manager - Tampa, FL New Development Manager - Bloomington, IN Property Accounting Manager - Chicago, IL If you're passionate about creating vibrant communities and providing top-notch service, we want to hear from you! Find your career today: corespaces.com/careers #CoreSpaces #Hiring #PropertyManagement #CareerOpportunities #JoinOurTeam

Hub Knoxville has officially topped out! This significant milestone marks the completion of the structural phase of what will be one of the largest student housing projects in the country. Upon completion, Hub Knoxville will feature two towering 10-story buildings and one 7-story building, bringing nearly 2,000 beds to University of Tennessee students. Plus, nearly 23,000 SF of interior amenities and a sprawling 19,000 SF rooftop terrace complete with the first rooftop pool in Knoxville, a basketball court, and incredible views. Congrats to our partners at Juneau Construction Company and the hundreds of skilled workers and trade partners on achieving this milestone. And thank you to all partners involved in bringing Hub Knoxville to life: Schenk Realty Group, Kayne Anderson Real Estate, Antunovich Associates, dwell design studio, llc and many more. Phase 1 of Hub Knoxville is set to deliver in fall 2025. Stay tuned for more exciting updates out of Knoxville, soon.  👀

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our structured internship program, Camp Core, which kicked off on June 3rd. Camp Core is designed to immerse our interns in the Core business model through comprehensive knowledge workshops, fostering a deep appreciation for the various business units critical to our success. This summer, we welcomed 19 talented interns across 9 teams to Camp Core, with 16 of them based in our Chicago office—a 129% increase from 2023! Key Features of Camp Core Knowledge Workshops: Face time with Leaders: Our interns will have the opportunity to engage directly with key stakeholders and leaders from each business unit, recognizing the value of face-to-face interactions. Early Collaboration: By facilitating early interactions among interns and leaders, we aim to promote a collaborative and cross-functional learning environment. Comprehensive Learning: The 17 strategically structured workshops cover the entire business deal process, ensuring our interns leave with a thorough understanding of our operations. Meet Our Interns: Student Housing Acquisitions Team: Carson Bryant - University of Wisconsin-Madison, Junior Joe Hielscher - University of Michigan, Junior Natalie Corbett - University of Wisconsin-Madison, Sophomore Sarah Schnell - University of Texas McCombs, 1st year MBA BTR Investments Team: Ben Margolis - University of Wisconsin-Madison, Junior Lucy Allen - University of Wisconsin-Madison, Junior Finance/Accounting Team: Ayman Jaddi - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Junior Jack Shea - University of Wisconsin-Madison, Junior Justin Hardiek - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Senior Makayla Meers - Indiana University, Senior Marketing Team: Jake Schimberg - High Point University, Graduate Shelby Katz - Miami of Ohio, Sophomore Design Team: Taylor Zelisko - Indiana University, Senior Global Wealth Team: James Joyce - University of Chicago, Sophomore Sustainability Team: Catherine Chen - Dartmouth College, Senior Entitlements Team: Ernesto Gonzalez - Cornell University, 1st year graduate program Treehouse Builders Team (Remote Interns): Alyssa Di Iorio - Texas Tech, Junior  Boden Kaminski - University of Colorado - Boulder, Sophomore Esme Lopez - University of Texas at Arlington, Senior We are excited to see the amazing contributions these interns will make during their time with us and how they will grow through this experience. Welcome to the team, Camp Core interns! University of Colorado Boulder, Texas Tech University, Cornell University, Miami University, High Point University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dartmouth College, University of Chicago, Indiana University Bloomington, The University of Texas at Arlington #CoreSpaces #CampCore #InternshipProgram #FutureLeaders #SummerInterns #TeamWork #LearningAndDevelopment

As Mental Health Month comes to a close, Core Spaces reaffirms its commitment to supporting the mental well-being of our community every day, 365. We're proud of our initiatives that prioritize mental health continuously: -Calm App subscription for relaxation and meditation -Mindfulness workshops to foster a sense of peace -Generous PTO + Workshop Weeks for work-life balance -College Student Mental Wellness Advocacy Coalition to support student mental health -Hope For The Day partnership for proactive mental health education -Paid Volunteer Time Off to encourage giving back and connecting with community -Hi, How Are You Foundation partnership, promoting open conversations about mental health at our student communities -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support -Monthly wellness allowance to support personal well-being At Core Spaces, we believe in creating environments where mental wellness is a priority every single day.. #MentalHealthMonth 

We're thrilled to announce that oLiv Madison has officially received its Certificate of Occupancy from the City of Madison. This outstanding achievement is a testament to the incredible teamwork and dedication of everyone involved. In just under 26 months, and even 10 days ahead of schedule, our collective efforts have brought this project to life. The building looks amazing, and we couldn't be prouder of what we've accomplished together. A sincere thank you to everyone who contributed to this milestone. Your hard work, partnership, and unwavering commitment have made this possible. Congrats to our partners; Findorff and Treehouse Construction on this significant victory. Photo Credit: Findorff