Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about leasing, rent payments, and property amenities at Capstone Real Estate Investments.

Capstone Real Estate Investments is a vertically integrated real estate firm that focuses on student housing and multifamily property development, acquisitions, and management. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, CREI has over three decades of experience in transforming and repositioning real estate assets.

CREI provides a comprehensive range of services including property development, acquisitions, construction, and property management. These services cover the entire life cycle of real estate projects, from acquisition to renovation and repositioning.

Capstone Real Estate Investments is headquartered in Birmingham, AL. It manages properties across 14 states and 26 markets in the United States, with a primary focus on student housing and multifamily communities.

CREI manages a diverse portfolio of student housing and conventional multifamily housing communities. The company is known for acquiring underperforming assets and repositioning them through renovations and operational improvements.

Capstone Real Estate Investments currently operates 23 owned and managed properties, with 41 total communities developed across 14 states since its formation.

CREI’s vertical integration, internal capitalization, and specialization in repositioning underperforming assets set it apart in the student housing industry. This allows CREI to act quickly, make flexible decisions, and offer creative value-add solutions.

CREI uses a variety of financial structures for its acquisitions, including conventional debt and equity, mezzanine financing, and tax-exempt bonds. The company maintains strong relationships with national and regional banks, agency lenders, and life insurance company lenders.

CollegeTown Construction is CREI’s in-house licensed general contractor, responsible for executing construction and renovation projects for both student housing and multifamily properties. It handles a wide range of tasks from cosmetic upgrades to structural modifications.

Yes, CREI Management, LLC, the property management division of CREI, handles leasing and management services for a wide range of properties. This includes student housing and multifamily communities, as well as properties undergoing renovation.

CREI uses a value-add renovation program to enhance the physical and operational aspects of its properties. This includes optimizing unit mix, updating interiors, adding new amenities, and improving building efficiency to create more vibrant and competitive communities.

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