Cushman & Wakefield’s Post

Really pleased to publish our annual review of the Irish student accommodation market today. As with many segments of the Irish living sector, the key overarching theme is one of rising demand versus static supply. Our projections indicate that full time student numbers will rise by around 30,000 over the next decade meaning that student bed demand will rise to over 115,000 by 2034/35 compared to current supply of only approximately 47,000. With such a stark demand-supply imbalance, the past of least resistance for student rents is higher over the medium term. Stronger investment into the segment is critical over the medium term to address this imbalance. If you wish to discuss the report and its findings further please reach out to us at Cushman & Wakefield Emma Reardon Patrick Hogan #StudentAccommodation #2024Review #StudentLife

The Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector in Europe is increasingly becoming a prime investment opportunity. With declining interest rates and a growing student population, #PBSA shows strong fundamentals and rental growth potential. High occupancy rates and the resilience of this sector make it an attractive option for those looking for long-term investment. To gain deeper insights into this trend and explore the opportunities it presents, read our latest report: https://cbre.co/3OuJTcu #StudentHousing

The Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector in Europe is increasingly becoming a prime investment opportunity. With declining interest rates and a growing student population, #PBSA is showing strong fundamentals and rental growth potential. High occupancy rates and the resilience of this sector make it an attractive option for those looking for long-term investment. To gain deeper insights into this trend and explore the opportunities it presents, read our latest report: https://cbre.co/4fnoi1o #StudentHousing

Our Annual Student Accommodation Report is here 🚀 Are you prepared for 2025's challenges and opportunities in the student housing sector? Our Annual Report provides a comprehensive view of the market, helping you stay informed and ahead of the curve. What’s Inside: 📊 Understand Industry Trends: Stay informed about the latest trends affecting demand, supply, pricing, and student preferences to anticipate market changes and make better strategic decisions. 📈 Benchmark Your Performance: Gain insights into year-on-year leasing velocity and aggregated occupancy rates to assess how your portfolio compares to market trends. 🎯 Spot Emerging Opportunities: Explore key demand profiles and student search behaviours to identify areas for growth and minimise risks in a volatile market. 🏡 Prepare for Policy Changes: Stay ahead of legislation like the Renters’ Rights Bill and understand its implications for the student market. Register here to receive your copy: https://lnkd.in/enwmTM8V #StudentAccommodation #StudentHousing #PBSA #HMO #BtR

Delighted to have contributed to this report, exploring the growing influence of Build-to-Rent (BTR) on the student accommodation market. Why does this matter? BTR is increasingly competitive for student housing, with anecdotal evidence suggesting student occupancy ranging from 10% to 40% across schemes. For stakeholders, this adds complexity when assessing market conditions. Key Insights: • Flexibility Wins: Flexible contracts and diverse offerings make BTR attractive to students, especially for those seeking quality and convenience. • Pricing Competition: A BTR scheme in Leeds offered two-bed units at £161pppw—significantly lower than nearby PBSA ensuite rooms (£253pppw). • Shifting Demand: The increasing role of BTR highlights the need for granular data analysis to navigate these evolving market dynamics. If you're curious to learn more about the relationship between PBSA and BTR, read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gaCQGuid #StudentAccommodation #BTR #PBSA #StudentHousing #Rentalsector

The Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector in Europe is increasingly becoming a prime investment opportunity. With declining interest rates and a growing student population, #PBSA is showing strong fundamentals and rental growth potential. High occupancy rates and the resilience of this sector make it an attractive option for those looking for long-term investment. To gain deeper insights into this trend and explore the opportunities it presents, read our latest report: https://cbre.co/4fnoi1o #StudentHousing

The Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector in Europe is increasingly becoming a prime investment opportunity. With declining interest rates and a growing student population, #PBSA shows strong fundamentals and rental growth potential. High occupancy rates and the resilience of this sector make it an attractive option for those looking for long-term investment. To gain deeper insights into this trend and explore the opportunities it presents, read our latest report: https://lnkd.in/dxc4g72D #StudentHousing

The Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector in Europe is increasingly becoming a prime investment opportunity. With declining interest rates and a growing student population, #PBSA shows strong fundamentals and rental growth potential. High occupancy rates and the resilience of this sector make it an attractive option for those looking for long-term investment. To gain deeper insights into this trend and explore the opportunities it presents, read our latest report: https://cbre.co/3B1MCqA For more insights, get in touch with Gabor Borbely! #StudentHousing

StuRents Annual Student Accommodation Report 2024 is out now - a huge effort from the Research team and everyone else involved 🏹 My contribution on PBSA occupancy revealed some key trends from the 2024-25 leasing cycle: National occupancy for 2024-25 reached 91.7% by September, a slight dip from 92.6% in 2023-24, with broadly consistent performance despite a challenging market. Significant location-based variance in booking performance was observed, with differences in bookings as large as 40.5 percentage points recorded between cities in March. Studios were slower to let in 2024-25, possibly influenced by visa uncertainty among international students and increases in total supply at a local level. Cluster booking velocity was broadly flat YoY, but like in 2023-24, were letting at a slower rate than studios. I discuss PBSA occupancy and some other highlights from the report, including student budgets and affordability, rental growth, and the impact of Build-to-Rent on the market in a blog post here: https://lnkd.in/diuwg7Ut You can download our full Annual Student Accommodation Report 2024 here: https://lnkd.in/dMFtspGA #studentaccommodation #studenthousing #pbsa #highereducation #btr