New York, New York – May 27, 2025 – Berkadia, a distinguished leader in the commercial real estate sector, is proud to announce the success of its Single-Family Rental (SFR) and Build-to-Rent (BTR) platform, which has closed over $566 million across 37 transactions. Berkadia SFR & BTR completed 14 deals, totaling $343 million in sales and secured financing for 18 deals, totaling $223 million.
Under the investment sales leadership of Senior Managing Directors Mark Forrester and Greg Smith, Managing Directors Andrew Curtis and Brett Moss, and Senior Director Tyler Swidler, the group has attracted increased interest from a diverse range of investors and expanded their presence in more than 65 markets nationwide.
The SFR/BTR market is the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. housing market, surpassing the growth of both single-family for-sale and multifamily rental housing markets in recent years. This growth is driven by lifestyle preferences of millennials, Gen Xers, and baby boomers.
“The milestone of achieving $566 million in transaction volume is a testament to the resources Berkadia has dedicated to this specialty,” said Curtis. “The asset class demonstrates outstanding returns and favorable fundamentals, which have attracted institutional investor interest. Our clients trust us and recognize the opportunity within this asset class, and we are excited for continued success throughout the year.”
The team completed 37 deals thus far across 13 states, key transactions include:
- Touchstone at Talin | Phoenix, AZ | 108 Homes
- Avilla Reserve | Justin, TX | 227 Homes
- The Pines at Ocala Crossings South | Ocala, FL | 104 Homes
Berkadia Single-Family Rental (SFR) and Build-to-Rent (BTR) have a national footprint and unrivaled local expertise that has become increasingly valuable as the demand for SFR and BTR properties grows. Berkadia takes a more coordinated approach to SFR/BTR properties, creating a specialty resource to better serve a diverse range of investors. With a presence in over 65 markets, and a combination of deep market expertise and cutting-edge technology, Berkadia is well-equipped to finance and sell SFR/BTR properties, delivering real-time insights and advisory services to clients.
Berkadia Closes Over $566M in SFR and BTR Transactions Year-to-Date | Real Estate Daily News