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Cincinnati Dominates Renter Demand

  • Short Description: Cincinnati just became the #1 most in-demand rental market in the U.S., jumping four spots in Q3, 2025.
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Cincinnati just became the #1 most in-demand rental market in the U.S., jumping four spots in Q3, 2025.

The “intentional renter" is driving this shift. People are searching with focus, prioritizing affordability, inventory growth, and quality product in secondary markets.

Closing & Update: S2K Charlotte Multifamily OZ Fund

  • Short Description: As of February 11th, 2026, we’ve completed our raise and the 10-year clock has begun.
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As of February 11th, 2026, we’ve completed our raise and the 10-year clock has begun.

Multifamily Rent Growth to Resume

  • Short Description: Multifamily rent trends are changing, with bounceback expected in Phoenix, Charlotte, and Nashville. Investment performance in these markets is likely to be bolstered in the near term.
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CBRE reports that while some Sun Belt cities are experiencing a slowdown in rent growth, Charlotte is positioned for a sharp bounce back. As excess supply from recent development is absorbed, the city's strong rent increases are expected to resume. 

US Homeowner Challenges Drive Rent Growth

  • Short Description: Rising mortgage costs create Charlotte multifamily investment openings. CBRE report shows homeownership challenges, sustained rental demand.
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The American dream of owning a home is becoming harder to reach. CBRE's latest research highlights that average monthly mortgage payments now significantly outpace apartment rents, a trend set to continue for at least the next five years. This shift is propelled by factors like rising mortgage rates, a housing supply shortage, and reduced turnover of existing homeowners – all of which are driving up home prices.

As homeownership becomes less attainable, CBRE projects steady growth in the multifamily rental market. This presents opportunities for investors, particularly in markets like Charlotte, where premiums for buying a home are likely to return to pre-pandemic levels within five years. This favorable shift indicates a strong investment climate for the Charlotte multifamily sector.