unrealized Case Study

The Edge at Lakewood

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The Edge at Lakewood


Location
Modesto, California

Property Type
Multifamily

Number of Units
196

Key Features

  • The Edge is a 196 unit, multifamily property located in northeast Modesto, CA and consists of 14 2-story buildings (20% 1 BD, 80% 2 BD) on a 7.63 acresite. All units are market rate.

  • Units have patio/balcony, ceiling fans, dual pane windows, vaulted ceilings, and pantry/storage closets. Site amenities include a pool and spa, fitness center and reserved covered parking.

  • 1-mile radius median HH income is $82,748

  • Within walking distance of Lakewood Elementary, one of the best school districts in Modesto.

 
 

Purchase Price
$33,300,000

Per Unit
$170,000

Invested Equity
$10,661,000

 

Target Return
17%

Hold Period
6 years

Acquisition Cap Rate
5.5%

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The Edge at Lakewood


Business plan

  • 99.5% occupancy as of the acquisition date.

  • Increasing Rents to Market: Loss-to-Lease in underwriting was estimated at 9% and growing due to significant demand drivers.

  • Interior Renovations: renovate 42 unrenovated units over a 3 yearperiod, continuing the Seller’s upgrade package, which will bring the property to 72.4% renovated units. Unit renovation costs average $10,000 per unit.

  • Exterior Enhancements: Leasing office, fitness room, clubhouse, and pool area have been renovated. Planned landscaping, signage and lighting enhancements at the property.

  • ESG initiatives include outdoor amenities, electric vehicle charging, solar energy system, energy efficient appliances, LED lighting, and low VOC paint and flooring.

  • Since acquisition, current trade out rent for new rentals is averaging a 32% increase. Unit market rents were increased by