This panel will explore significant and subtle shifts in unit typologies, amenities, and financial market shifts related to graduate student housing. Without attractive and affordable options, the best and brightest may choose other institutions. Our context will focus on urban markets, off-campus market influences, and alignments with professional schools.
Traditional graduate student housing has relied on a steady mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that serve the needs for singles and families. But there is a generational shift in some markets that are developing co-living communities with larger apartments where room rental structures are lower and more common spaces are shared…
If non-revenue-generating amenities and space is going to be included, they need to attract the largest audience. Amenities for grads simply differ than undergrads, reliant on lifestyle and conveniences. Preferences on amenities vary across markets but on-trend priorities include health and wellbeing, pet services, grocery or convenience stores, and child care.
Market shifts towards affordability, value propositions, and national policy implications have placed significant pressure on graduate housing development and securing financing for projects. These factors necessitate a need to create a detailed understanding of your target market and risks towards developing graduate specific housing.