The Woodlands of Crest Hill Apartments
Case Study


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The Woodlands of Crest Hill Apartments



Market Crest Hill, IL
Investment Date June 1997
Project Size 730 units
Transaction Type Strategic Renovation / Management Turnaround
Status Realized

Opportunity

  • Acquire a quality asset from a underperforming manager/owner on a direct basis
  • Improve reputation of a mismanaged property in a strong submarket
  • Add much-needed institutional amenities to a large property in order to compete in the market
  • Expand property amenities through construction of pool, leasing center and commercial center
  • Renovate all units (60% were vacant at acquisition) and upgrade kitchen and baths for greater market appeal
  • Implement tax-exempt financing strategy in three separate rounds to enhance market position and improve capital structure