Europe

Ardian and Rockfield’s European student housing venture expanded by 1,500 beds through three acquisitions in France, Spain, and Italy, including forward purchases in Milan and Bordeaux and a standing asset in Barcelona, marking its first investment in France since launching in late 2024.

CDP publishes the PNRR call for proposals for new university housing: €599 million, contributions of up to €20 per bed, and a target of 60 student housing by 2027.

Prop.com acquired a 315-unit former student dormitory in Trier for €12.75 million, marking its first investment in Germany and signaling a strategic focus on undervalued assets in key European university towns, with further acquisitions planned in Cologne and Munich.

Vita Student has launched four new premium residences in Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, and Madrid, now available for 2026/27 bookings, expanding its footprint across the UK and Europe with a focus on central locations and student wellbeing.

The UK government’s announcement on 17 December that it will rejoin the Erasmus+ programme represents a significant shift in the international mobility landscape, with...

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.