Europe

Student feedback from the latest wave of the GSL Index (2025 Q4) has once again highlighted the universities and operators delivering stand-out support during...

Greystar Equity Partners Europe Fund II acquired three student residences totaling over 1,200 beds in Pamplona, Seville, and Sabadell from Merkel Capital, marking Greystar’s renewed entry into the Spanish student housing market after selling its Resa platform.

Kinetic Capital has partnered with a sovereign wealth investor to expand its lending portfolio across the UK and Europe, targeting the growing demand for non-traditional financing in Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and operational living sectors.

Far East Orchard is targeting to reach assets under management (AUM) of $3 billion in core assets by 2050, up from $2 billion in 2025. The group is also aiming to reach 25,000 rooms and 85,000 beds in five years’ time, up from its current 17,500 rooms and 55,000 beds as at November this year.

Kajima Properties Europe has completed the expansion of Student Depot Poznań, increasing capacity from 466 to 871 beds, making it the largest asset in Student Depot’s portfolio; the project was delivered ahead of schedule, under budget, and launched at over 93% occupancy.

Amro Partners and Invesco Real Estate, the global real estate investment management arm of Invesco Ltd., have significantly increased their exposure to the Iberian residential market, acquiring three new student housing projects across Spain with a total Gross Asset Value (GAV) in excess of €150 million.

GSA has acquired management of additional investments valued at approximately $200 million, including the Luxembourg-based Coral Student Portfolio, expanding its asset base in the student accommodation sector.

While sustainability conversations continue across the real estate sector, student housing operators in Europe are delivering innovative solutions that offer valuable lessons for the...

The Social Hub has appointed a new marketing leadership team under CMO Trix van der Vleuten to drive its European brand expansion, integrating expertise from top global consumer and lifestyle brands to enhance international collaboration and campaign-led growth.

Savills has appointed William Davies, formerly of Allsop, as co-head of PBSA valuations, where he will focus on student accommodation within the operational capital markets division alongside Rachel Coates.