FCP Expands Florida Footprint with Acquisition of 400-Unit Arium Sunrise in Partnership with BMC Investments and The RMR Group

SUNRISE, FL – FCP continues its expansion in Florida with the acquisition of ARIUM Sunrise, a 400-unit multifamily community in Sunrise, FL. The acquisition, completed in partnership with BMC Investments and The RMR Group, reinforces FCP’s commitment to investing in high-growth markets and unlocking value in well-located assets.
“We believe Broward County remains one of Florida’s fastest-growing regions, and our recent investments highlight our commitment to securing well-positioned assets in this key market,” said Bruce Gago, Senior Vice President at FCP and head of the company’s Florida investments. “We look forward to once again partnering with BMC and collaborating with RMR with the goal of enhancing ARIUM Sunrise Apartments and while providing residents with a quality living experience.”
Built in 1998, ARIUM Sunrise Apartments currently boasts a 94% occupancy rate and offers an array of amenities, including a swimming pool, clubhouse, and fitness center. FCP and its partners plot to upgrade approximately 8% (32 units) of the apartments that remain in their original condition, ensuring the community continues to meet evolving resident expectations. The property is situated near well loved local attractions like Sawgrass Mills Mall and Amerant Bank Arena, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
FCP extends its appreciation to Robert Given and Zachary Sackley of CBRE, who represented the seller, and Charles Crapse and Denny St. Romain of CBRE, who sourced the acquisition loan. Wells Fargo provided financing for the acquisition.
“We believe FCP’s ability to close deals like ARIUM Sunrise in today’s market speaks to our depth of conviction and broad strategic partnerships,”Gago added. “We’re not just active—we’re growing, and we’re ready to deploy more capital into the right opportunities.”

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The Bascom Group Completes $127 Million Acquisition of 257-Unit Value-Add Apartment Community in Rancho Palos Verdes, California

IRVINE, CA – The Bascom Group has bought Highridge Apartments, an irreplaceable 257-unit value-add apartment community in the highly desirable coastal community of Ranchos Palos Verdes, California. The buy price was $127,000,000 or $494,163 per unit. Annie Rice and Jamie Kline of JLL Capital Markets arranged the debt financing for the acquisition, while AXA Investment Managers US Inc. provided the acquisition loan. The JLL Investment Sales team led by Blake Rogers and Kevin Sheehan represented the seller. AMC will provide property management services for the community and SD-Cap will manage the plotted property renovations.
Highridge Apartments is an institutionally owned, 1972-vintage property that has undergone significant upgrades over the years, including new in-unit washers and dryers and enhanced amenities. Residents at Highridge Apartments delight in a home-like living experience uncommon in the South Bay rental market. The spacious units average 1,157 square feet—21% larger than the submarket average—and include 28 loft-style residences with soaring ceilings. The community boasts an attractive unit mix, ample parking, and numerous amenities, including two pools and spas, two fitness centers, a tennis court, and a clubhouse. Located along Highridge Road, the community is just minutes from stunning ocean views and premier shopping and dining.
Bascom plans to further elevate the property by renovating unit interiors to a Class “A” standard and enhancing amenities to make a more resort-style living experience. Julie Schoenbachler, Senior Vice President of Operations for Bascom, states, “Our focus is on making smart, strategic upgrades that will improve the resident experience while increasing the property’s long-term value. With these targeted improvements, we are ensuring Highridge remains a top choice for residents who want space, convenience, and a modernized community.”
Highridge Apartments stands apart as one of only three multifamily communities with over 100 units in Rancho Palos Verdes, a highly sought-after coastal enclave known for its scenic beauty, tranquil atmosphere, and exceptional quality of life. The city boasts Los Angeles County’s #2 ranked school district and an average annual household income of $236,000, attracting a highly educated, high-income demographic. Surrounded by multimillion-dollar homes and facing significant housing supply constraints, Highridge presents a rare investment opportunity in a market with strong and sustained housing demand.
Chad Sanderson, Senior Principal at Bascom, added, “Highridge Apartments is located in a highly competitive market with one of the tightest vacancy rates in all of Los Angeles County. We are pleased to have brought this unique deal to a successful close.”
Bascom has been one of the most active apartment buyers in Southern California since its inception in 1996, partnering with institutional and private capital. To date, Bascom has bought 96 multifamily properties and 15,948 units in Southern California, with 40 of those properties and 6,092 units located in Los Angeles County. Joe Ferguson, Acquisitions Manager for Bascom, added, “Few opportunities of scale ever arise in coastal Southern California, and nearly none in Rancho Palos Verdes. We are excited to convert on this truly generational opportunity.”

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Rockefeller Group and T2 Capital Launch Leasing at 332-Unit Vista at Councill Square Luxury Apartments in Downtown Huntsville

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Rockefeller Group and T2 Capital Management announced that leasing has commenced at Vista at Councill Square. The new six-tale, 332-unit premium property is located in Downtown Huntsville, Ala., the city’s entertainment and lifestyle hub. Residents will have access to best-in-class social, wellness, and recreation experiences inside and out via Vista’s wealth of amenities.
In recent years, Downtown Huntsville has evolved into one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Its convenient proximity to cultural and lifestyle happenings makes it an ideal location for upscale apartment residences. Huntsville-based Matheny Goldmon Architecture + Interiors, which has designed some of the area’s most well-known and authentic properties—including the Mars Music Hall, Orion Ampitheatre, and the Guest Center at the Huntsville Botanical Garden—collaborated with OKW Architects to realize the striking, design-forward aesthetic of the exterior, as well as the building’s interiors and homes.
“We’re incredibly proud of the collaboration that brought our shared vision for Vista at Councill Square to life. The cutting-edge curved building design, top-tier finishes, and timeless finishing touches set a new standard for elevated living in Huntsville,” Paul Matheny, (Matheny Goldmon Architecture + Interiors). “This community will stand the test of time and marks a new era of future investment for our hometown.”
“Leasing commencement at Vista marks another step forward in the evolution of Downtown Huntsville,” stated John Petricola, Senior Managing Director and Head of Southeast Development, Rockefeller Group. “This joint venture with T2 is an investment that we hope will build a lasting legacy here. Vista is the only multifamily property in Huntsville offering a rooftop pool with sweeping views of the city and an outdoor kitchen – amenities that extend the curated apartment lifestyle experience to the open air above – fostering a sense of community and connection among residents.”
“The addition of Vista to downtown Huntsville is yet another step towards the expansion of this vibrant community. Together with our partners at Rockefeller Group, we are thrilled to see it open its doors,” said Jeff Brown, CEO and Co-Founder of T2. “We are proud to have led the development of this exceptional property for people to call home and look forward to bringing more quality housing to Huntsville in the future.”
Vista is outfitted with top-tier amenities including two dedicated coworking spaces on the first and sixth floors, a fitness center with a yoga and meditation room, a hospitality unit available for residents’ guests to rent nightly, EV charging stations in the garage, a game room and lounge, secure bike storage and a pet spa, in addition to in-unit smart devices. Vista also features a rooftop pool deck, boasting views of Monte Sano Mountain and the United States Space & Rocket Center.
The property features a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, including a limited collection of townhomes, offering two levels of living space with interior staircases. Each unit has high-end finishes, including stainless steel appliances, an in-residence washer and dryer, quartz countertops, custom shaker-style cabinetry, oversized windows, backlit vanity mirrors and frameless glass shower enclosures.

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