Continental Properties Enters 2026 with Strong Momentum Following Q4 2025 Achievements
Continental Properties, a leading national developer, owner, and operator of middle-income suburban rental housing, concluded 2025 with significant accomplishments across its development and investment portfolio. The firm now enters 2026 with a robust pipeline, poised to expand its presence in key suburban markets across the U.S., solidifying its role as a major player in the national multifamily real estate sector.
Q4 2025 Highlights
The fourth quarter of 2025 marked a period of accelerated activity for Continental Properties, driven by strategic refinancing, new construction initiatives, property acquisitions, and fund launches. Key accomplishments include:
Refinancing and Construction Financing
- Continental successfully refinanced two five-property portfolios, totaling more than $500 million, optimizing capital structures and strengthening the firm’s balance sheet.
- The company also closed $245.5 million in construction loans, enabling multiple residential projects to move forward and supporting continued growth in underserved suburban markets.
Groundbreaking New Communities
In Q4, Continental broke ground on five new multifamily communities, expanding its footprint across several states:
- Springs at Aurora – a 320-home multifamily community in Aurora, Illinois.
- Springs at Port Wentworth – a 240-home community near Savannah, Georgia.
- Authentix Stoughton – a 312-home apartment community in Stoughton, Wisconsin.
- Springs at Polo Club – a 268-home apartment development in Lexington, Kentucky.
- Authentix Robinson Gateway – a 324-home multifamily community in Manatee County, Florida.
Property Sales and Fund Launch
- The firm completed the nearly $80 million sale of Springs at Pleasant View in Madison, Wisconsin, reflecting strategic portfolio management and disciplined capital recycling.
- Continental launched Real Estate Development Fund IV, L.P., which targets market-rate suburban multifamily communities in underserved housing markets across the U.S. This fund will enable the development of high-quality rental housing in areas experiencing strong demand but limited supply.
Strategic Outlook for 2026
“As we move further into 2026, we are focused on sustaining the momentum established in Q4,” said Ed Madell, EVP and Chief Financial Officer of Continental Properties. “Continental’s recent performance demonstrates our ability to execute efficiently – from securing financing for existing assets to breaking ground on new communities that address critical suburban housing needs. With $2.0 billion in transactions completed in 2025, we are well-positioned to meet ongoing demand for high-quality middle-income rental housing.”
Fund IV and Target Markets
Development Fund IV is designed to capitalize on opportunities in undersupplied suburban markets. The fund will focus on strategic locations in the Southeast, Midwest, and Mountain states, including Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Colorado. By investing in these markets, Continental aims to address gaps in housing availability while delivering long-term value for investors and communities alike.
Market Context and Industry Trends
The U.S. multifamily market has experienced significant growth in recent years, with a historic number of apartments entering the market. However, the availability of debt and equity capital for new multifamily development has declined, resulting in fewer apartment starts in 2026, 2027, and 2028 relative to historical averages.
This constrained supply, combined with continued strong demand, is expected to produce:
- Higher occupancy rates in newly delivered communities
- Healthy rent growth during the lease-up period of Fund IV communities
Positive demographic trends and a strong labor market further reinforce demand for new apartments, particularly in well-located suburban markets where Continental focuses its development initiatives.
With a clear strategy, a strong balance sheet, and an expanding development pipeline, Continental Properties is positioned to deliver continued growth in 2026. The firm’s approach emphasizes:
- Strategic development and groundbreakings in underserved markets
- Capital-efficient financing and portfolio optimization
- Investor-focused real estate funds targeting sustainable growth
Continental remains committed to addressing the middle-income housing gap, providing high-quality rental communities, and driving long-term value across its national portfolio.
For more information about Development Fund IV, L.P., please visit Continental Properties’ website.
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