OAKLAND, CA – Cityview, a premier multifamily investment management and development firm, has completed Portico, a 378-unit multifamily project in Oakland, California. Now welcoming residents, the eight-tale opportunity zone project is located in the quick-growing Brooklyn Basin master-plotted community.
An ideal mix of urban energy and natural serenity, Portico combines access to city living with a serene waterfront setting. The project features a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhomes. More than 80% of the units overlook the water with stunning bay views.
Portico provides 378 units of waterfront housing in one of the fastest growing and most vibrant areas of Oakland, said Sean Burton, CEO of Cityview. Cityview was able to leverage our extensive experience developing both in the Bay Area and in opportunity zones to deliver highly amenitized, ideally located housing for the community.
Portico is a controlled access community that features amenities designed to help residents relax and rejuvenate, including a rooftop sky lounge, a resort-style pool and spa deck and a park-like outdoor courtyard featuring fireplaces, outdoor games and a community garden. The community s indoor/outdoor fitness space features state-of-the-art equipment and a movement studio, while the clubhouse, community wine room, game room and leasing lobby lounge provide space for residents to connect and entertain. A pet-friendly community, Portico also features an outdoor pet spa and pet park.
Portico s units offer a Latch smart home system that includes keyless entry and smart thermostats, elevated finishes, stainless steel appliances, large closets, air conditioning, in-suite full-sized washer and dryers, luxury vinyl plank flooring and kitchens with fully tiled backsplashes as well as hard quartz countertops.
Managed WiFi will be available throughout the community, and technology-enabled workspaces as well as meeting rooms are available for those who work from home. The project also offers 331 parking spaces for residents and guests.
Designed to meet LEED Silver standards, the community s sustainability features include low-flow fixtures, Energy Star certified appliances, a solar thermal system that helps provide hot water for units and energy efficient windows.
Portico residents have access to Brooklyn Basin s extensive waterfront recreational and retail amenities, which will include a network of waterfront parks, a promenade, restored wetlands, a pedestrian and bicycle trail system, event space for concerts and art exhibits and 200,000 square feet of retail, dining and shopping space. Situated on 65 acres of formerly inaccessible industrial land, the master-plotted community features panoramic views from San Francisco to the East Bay hills.
Residents also have access to Brooklyn Basin s private transit shuttle service, which provides seamless transfer to the water ferry in Jack London Square as well as the BART stations in Lake Merritt and downtown Oakland. The project is also minutes away from Interstate 880, allowing a small commute to San Jose, San Francisco and Berkeley.
Located on the Oakland Estuary, Portico is near some of the area s most notable attractions, including Jack London Square, Oakland Museum of California, Lake Merritt, Fox Theater, USS Potomac and the Oakland Convention Center.
Cityview partnered with general contractors James E. Roberts Obayashi and Webcor, architecture firm AC Martin and interior design firm Nadia Geller Designs on Portico. Located at 37 8th Ave., the project generated more than 2,000 jobs for the community.
Cityview s other recently completed projects include Jasper – a 296-unit opportunity zone project near Downtown Los Angeles, The Parker – a 123-unit multifamily project in West Los Angeles, and Atrio – a 276-unit value-add renovation in Burbank. The firm continues to be active in both development and value-add projects across the Western U.S., including redeveloping obsolete office and retail sites in Denver and San Diego.

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CHARLESTON, SC – West Shore, a fully integrated real estate investment firm with a specific focus on the acquisition and management of multifamily assets, announced its acquisition of The Preserve at Essex Farms in Charleston, South Carolina. The buy marks a major milestone for the quick-growing company, as it now owns and operates more than 15,000 units across the southeastern and southwestern United States since its founding less than eight years ago. This is West Shore s ninth buy in the Palmetto State, increasing its total units under ownership and operation in South Carolina to nearly 2,500.
The Preserve at Essex Farms is conveniently located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, an established and growing area that provides access to both employment and lifestyle destinations, earning its recognition as one of the top cities ranked by Travel + Leisure for the last eight years.
The property offers an attractive array of apartment options, from studios to three-bedroom units in a variety of layouts including townhome-style homes. These upscale apartments feature fully equipped, modern kitchens, in-unit washers and dryers, large private balconies, and spacious living spaces. Preserve also provides exceptional amenities such as a pool, 24-hour fitness center, coffee bar, and more. The apartment community is pet friendly and caters to residents needs, including offering a leash-free park and spa for furry companions.
Our continued investment in the southeast, highlighted by our acquisition of The Preserve at Essex Farms in Charleston, marks a historic moment in West Shore s sustained and impactful growth as the firm now owns and operates over 15,000 units across the United States, said Lee Rosenthal, President of West Shore. This acquisition and the 15,000-unit milestone West Shore achieved in under eight years underscores the success of our strategy that blends an entrepreneurial approach with institutional investment discipline in the ownership and operation of multifamily assets.
The Charleston MSA has experienced an unprecedented 23% growth over the past decade, which is nearly three times the national average, positioning the area for continued rent and economic growth. The Preserve at Essex Farms provides a blend of urban and suburban living, providing simple access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and downtown attractions as well as units that offer a collection of amenities delivering modern solace and effortless style. Additionally, the apartment community offers simple access to Kiawah and Folly Islands, renowned for their miles of pristine beaches.
The Preserve at Essex Farms is an exceptional apartment living experience located within a metro area that continues to benefit from unprecedented job growth and impressive levels of capital investment, said Steven P. Rosenthal, Chairman of West Shore. Charleston has the highest concentration of young professionals among all mid-size metros and continues to attract residents and jobs thanks to the area s historic charm, temperate climate, and booming economy. The achievement of owning and operating 15,000 units is a landmark that highlights our successful growth and corporate strategy.

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CONYERS, GA – Quarterra Multifamily, a subsidiary of Lennar Corporation and a vertically integrated multifamily apartment builder, developer, and property manager, in partnership with Nuveen, announced the start of leasing at Emblem Conyers, Quarterra’s latest community in the Atlanta market.
Emblem Conyers is a 264-home garden-style community in Conyers, Georgia, a charming town on the eastern edge of the Atlanta Metro Area. Conyers offers the best of both worlds, pairing a small town feel with urban shopping and cultural opportunities. The area features brilliant schools, convenient retail and exceptional regional accessibility. Emblem communities were made by Quarterra to help address the nationwide shortage of attainable housing available to middle-income renters. Emblem Conyers is part of Lennar’s larger Miller Pointe development, which will also include 95 single-family homes.
“Emblem Conyers offers an elevated living experience in an incredibly enviable location,” said Doug Bober, Emblem Communities Division President for Quarterra. “Conyers has its own identity, with a historic downtown district and community festivals, yet maintains its connection to Atlanta. Emblem Conyers was designed to place residents in touch with their local neighborhood and within reach of that huge city energy. And the Emblem brand ensures attainable housing with resort-style amenities, well-appointed designer homes and an ideal location.”
Emblem Conyers positions residents to soak in the area’s natural beauty and delight in the outdoors, whether it’s exploring nearby Johnson Park, Wheeler Park, Lake Varner, Jackson Lake or Lake Oconee, or participating in the recreational opportunities at Earl O’Neal Sports Complex. Situated at 2365 Georgia Route 20 SE, the community puts residents within quick reach of local dining, including Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q, Cielo Mexican Grill, Tropical Smoothie Café, Zaxby’s Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings, Mellow Mushroom, Kumo Hibachi and Sushi, Dunkin’ and Starbucks. Essentials can be procured blocks away at Conyers Commons, anchored by Target and Publix, or Stonecrest Mall.
From its location on Georgia Route 20, the community is just minutes from Interstate 20, leading to Atlanta and Covington, as well as major regional employers like Pratt Industries, Rivian, Rockdale Medical Center, Jet Corr and Hillphoenix.
Emblem Conyers consists of one- and two-bedroom apartment homes, with carefully curated floor plans ranging from 774 to 1,194 square feet. The SmartRent-equipped community is highlighted by convenient, energy-saving IoT technologies. Kitchens include stainless steel Whirlpool appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplashes and pendant lighting over islands. Luxury vinyl plank floor is featured throughout, with carpeted bedrooms and walk-in closets. Bathrooms are adorned with quartz countertops, and oversized tubs with tile surrounds.
All residents have access to a modern clubhouse with spacious social lounge, resort-caliber pool with an expansive sun shelf, multiple outdoor grill stations, package lockers, dog park and 396 parking spaces (including 30 garages).

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