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Core Spaces has broken ground on Hub Athens Dougherty, a 536-unit, 1,656-bed a mid-rise student housing community near the University of Georgia in Athens, Ga. The mixed-use development is expected to deliver in 2028.

U Lake Apartments, a 300-unit student housing community near the University of South Florida, sold for $21.08 million. The property spans approximately 11 acres along Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, a key student housing corridor in Tampa.

Global student accommodation provider GSA has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of a 1,200-bed development in Manchester, marking its largest UK investment to date and strengthening its presence in a key student market.

DeA Capital Real Estate appointed Emiliano Ranati as general manager and CEO, effective after corporate approvals; Ranati brings 20 years of experience in finance, property, and human resources, with recent roles including Chief People & Security Officer at Acea Group and leadership positions at CDP entities.

Lavanda has partnered with AndSoul to implement its OpenPMS system, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and tenant management through advanced technology.

The University of Algarve is increasing its student accommodation by 298 beds across two new residences on the Gambelas and Penha campuses, raising total capacity by over 55% to 837 beds ahead of the new academic year.

Berkadia completed the sale of The Forum at Sam Houston, a 450-bed garden-style student housing community in Huntsville, Texas, on behalf of seller Preiss, a North Carolina-based firm.

Far East Orchard’s (FEOR) 239-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development at Plymouth Grove, Manchester has received “Gateway 2” approval under the UK’s Building Safety Act, allowing construction to begin.

Over 15 hotel assets in Hong Kong have been converted or designated for conversion into student accommodation, adding over 5,000 beds, driven by rising international student enrolment and a significant supply shortfall in the sector.

GRAHAM completed the 16-storey St Vincent Studios in Glasgow city centre, replacing a vacant 1970s office block with a distinctive green terracotta student accommodation managed by Homes for Students under the Prestige Student Living brand.