Australia’s Student Housing Pipeline Experiences Significant Growth
Australia’s PBSA sector is poised for significant growth, with the national supply of student beds projected to reach 144,300 by 2027, supported by 39,000 beds currently in development and over 11,200 beds expected between 2025 and 2027.
Minister Lawless Greenlights €67 Million for 493 New Student Beds at UCD
The Irish government has allocated €67 million to University College Dublin (UCD) for 493 new student accommodation beds, marking the second phase of the €100 million Short-Term Activation Programme launched in 2022 to address student housing shortages.
Approved Student Housing Development Proposed at 535 East Santa Clara Street, San Jose
Tripalink Real Estate is developing a six-story student housing project at 535 East Santa Clara Street in San Jose, featuring 41 units with a total of 147 bedrooms, less than ten minutes from San Jose State University.
University of Newcastle Starts Building New City Campus Student Accommodation
The new development aims to expand student housing (445 beds) options directly adjacent to the university’s city campus, addressing growing demand for purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) in the area.
City Centre Set for 300-Bed Student Housing in Ten-Storey Development
A major student accommodation scheme of almost 300 bed spaces in a ten-storey building is being lined up in a South West city centre.
KKR Acquires UK Student Housing Portfolio from Curlew Student Trust II
KKR and Inhabeo have acquired a £230 million portfolio of seven purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) assets from Curlew Student Trust II, comprising 2,179 beds across seven UK university cities.
Georgetown University Launches Apartment-Style Student Housing in Byrnes, Hayden, and Henle Halls
Georgetown University opened a new residential complex on its Hilltop Campus in August, providing apartment-style housing for up to 732 juniors and seniors across Byrnes, Hayden, and Henle Halls, with Henle Hall set to open later this academic year.
Yugo Expands Reach with Campus Advantage Acquisition
Yugo, the world’s largest and most diversified student housing operator, has acquired U.S.-based Campus Advantage, adding nearly 40,000 beds across 88 properties, significantly expanding its North American footprint and operational scale.
Singapore Developer Acquires Site for Student Housing
Singapore-based developer Centurion has acquired a 529 sqm site at 37-43 Stirling Highway, Nedlands, for $8.8 million, with plans to build a 19-level student accommodation tower named Dwell on Williams, featuring 472 beds across 460 studios and retail and amenity spaces.
ActivumSG Introduces £500m PBSA Investment Platform
ActivumSG has launched a value-add PBSA platform targeting over £500m in assets under management, starting with a portfolio of seven UK assets totalling 972 beds, primarily serving Russell Group university students in Manchester, Edinburgh, Exeter, and Cardiff.