Top 10 Multifamily Deals & Markets — Week of 2026-08-10
Week of 2026-08-10 · Published August 10, 2026
Market Context
The national multifamily market is showing renewed momentum in August 2026, characterized by large-scale institutional portfolio acquisitions and a stabilization of cap rates. While transaction volume is accelerating due to improved liquidity and expanded agency lending capacity, investors remain highly selective, focusing on high-barrier markets and value-add opportunities as the supply wave of previous years is absorbed.
Rankings
BlackRock SoCal Portfolio Acquisition
$1.63B · 3,620 units · ~$450k/unit
BlackRock acquired an 11-property, 3,620-unit portfolio from Camden Property Trust, marking Camden's total exit from the California market and representing one of the largest U.S. apartment sales since 2024.
Veris Residential Privatization
$3.5B · REIT Privatization
An investor consortium led by Affinius Capital and Vista Hill Partners completed a $3.5 billion all-cash acquisition to take the Northeast-focused REIT private.
Scion Group Student Housing Acquisition
$1.5B · 13,000 beds
The Scion Group reached an agreement to acquire Student Quarters' operating business, adding 13,000 beds to its portfolio and consolidating its position in the student housing niche.
Harbor Group International Portfolio Buy
$562M · 2,436 units
Harbor Group International acquired an 11-property portfolio from AH Realty Trust as part of the REIT's strategy to divest its apartment holdings.
Cardone Capital Acquisition in Naples, FL
$89.8M · 282 units · ~$318k/unit
Cardone Capital expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Orchid Run, a 282-unit rental complex, continuing its aggressive buying strategy in the Sun Belt.
WMC Commercial Upland Village Green Purchase
$48.5M · 24 buildings
WMC Commercial Properties acquired the 24-building Upland Village Green community in California, a rare value-add opportunity held by the original developer for over 40 years.
Krea USA Lauderhill Construction Loan
$62M · Construction Loan
Krea USA secured a construction loan for a new rental project in Lauderhill, Florida, highlighting continued developer activity despite broader market caution.
Dallas Multifamily Investment Volume
$8.9B · Trailing 4-Quarter Volume
Dallas remains a national leader in transaction volume, with $8.9 billion in trailing four-quarter sales, signaling strong institutional confidence in the Metroplex.
New York City Market Resilience
3.0% Vacancy · 7.0% Rent Growth
New York City continues to show extreme resilience with high absorption rates and a 3.0% vacancy rate, maintaining its status as a top-tier gateway market.
Atlanta Market Recovery
20,500 units net absorption
Atlanta has emerged as a top recovery market, posting over 20,500 units of net absorption in 2025, signaling a strong entry point for 2026 investors.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Rank | Deal / Asset | Price | Key Metric | Source | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BlackRock SoCal Portfolio Acquisition | $1.63B · 3,620 units · ~$450k/unit | BlackRock acquired an 11-property, 3,620-unit portfolio from Camden Property Trust, marking Camden's total exit from the California market and representing one of the largest U.S. apartment sales since 2024. | - | GlobeSt.com |
| 2 | Veris Residential Privatization | $3.5B · REIT Privatization | An investor consortium led by Affinius Capital and Vista Hill Partners completed a $3.5 billion all-cash acquisition to take the Northeast-focused REIT private. | - | The Real Deal |
| 3 | Scion Group Student Housing Acquisition | $1.5B · 13,000 beds | The Scion Group reached an agreement to acquire Student Quarters' operating business, adding 13,000 beds to its portfolio and consolidating its position in the student housing niche. | - | Bisnow |
| 4 | Harbor Group International Portfolio Buy | $562M · 2,436 units | Harbor Group International acquired an 11-property portfolio from AH Realty Trust as part of the REIT's strategy to divest its apartment holdings. | - | Multifamily Dive |
| 5 | Cardone Capital Acquisition in Naples, FL | $89.8M · 282 units · ~$318k/unit | Cardone Capital expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Orchid Run, a 282-unit rental complex, continuing its aggressive buying strategy in the Sun Belt. | - | The Real Deal |
| 6 | WMC Commercial Upland Village Green Purchase | $48.5M · 24 buildings | WMC Commercial Properties acquired the 24-building Upland Village Green community in California, a rare value-add opportunity held by the original developer for over 40 years. | - | GlobeSt.com |
| 7 | Krea USA Lauderhill Construction Loan | $62M · Construction Loan | Krea USA secured a construction loan for a new rental project in Lauderhill, Florida, highlighting continued developer activity despite broader market caution. | - | Commercial Observer |
| 8 | Dallas Multifamily Investment Volume | $8.9B · Trailing 4-Quarter Volume | Dallas remains a national leader in transaction volume, with $8.9 billion in trailing four-quarter sales, signaling strong institutional confidence in the Metroplex. | - | CBRE |
| 9 | New York City Market Resilience | 3.0% Vacancy · 7.0% Rent Growth | New York City continues to show extreme resilience with high absorption rates and a 3.0% vacancy rate, maintaining its status as a top-tier gateway market. | - | Matthews Real Estate Investment Services |
| 10 | Atlanta Market Recovery | 20,500 units net absorption | Atlanta has emerged as a top recovery market, posting over 20,500 units of net absorption in 2025, signaling a strong entry point for 2026 investors. | - | Matthews Real Estate Investment Services |
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