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While apartment demand experienced turbulent highs and lows in 2022 and 2023, a select few markets emerged as beacons of stability. Unveiling the secrets of their success provides valuable insights for savvy investors seeking resilient locations.

Recent trends in Commercial Real Estate (CRE) present challenges as the industry navigates uncertainties. The fourth quarter of 2023, typically robust for CRE investment, recorded a significant downturn, with transactions totaling $89.5 billion – marking the lowest point of the year, and a year-over-year decline of -41%. Major metros experienced a 37% slide, while non-major

U.S. apartment demand in the fourth quarter of 2023 displayed strength, with some markets surpassing pre-COVID norms. Most notably, Sun Belt cities, experiencing robust population growth and job market performances, outperformed long-term demand averages. Phoenix stood out as a top performer, absorbing nearly 4,300 units in Q4 2023, a significant increase from the 2010-2019 average

However, it gets more interesting when you dig into the city data (U.S. Growth Cities of 2022: Ocala Tops List as Families Flock to Florida | U-Haul (uhaul.com)). While Ocala, Florida, takes the top spot, Sacramento, California takes second place for most moves on the growth city list. In fact, a Texas city doesn’t hit