SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., announced it has broken ground on Modera Marmalade, a contemporary midrise community in the 4th West/Marmalade District of Downtown Salt Lake City.
Modera Marmalade, which will feature 359 homes, represents Mill Creek’s first development within Utah. The wrap-style community will provide panoramic views of the Wasatch Mountains, Downtown skyline and Fantastic Salt Lake, while the Oquirrh Mountains will serve as a prominent backdrop to the west. First go-ins are anticipated for February 2027.
“We’re thrilled for the opportunity to join the Salt Lake City market, and we believe Modera Marmalade will be an outstanding representation as our first community in the state,” said Tyler Greene, managing director of development in Salt Lake City for Mill Creek Residential. “The Marmalade District is growing in popularity thanks to the recent addition of successful new rental homes to the area. We’re keen to help address the housing demand of this rapidly emerging area and look forward to offering a best-in-class experience.”
Situated at 472 West 400 North, the community sits within three blocks of the Downtown hub for Front Runner Commuter Rail and TRAX Light Rail. Front Runner is a WiFi-enabled train that stretches approximately 90 miles through the entire Wasatch Front from Provo to Ogden, while TRAX is a connector rail with service through Downtown, stretching to the Salt Lake City International Airport to the west and University of Utah to the east.
The community features an improving Bike Score of 78, offers expedient access to the numerous brewpubs and dining options within Downtown and is within a small commute of Interstate 15, which connects to the greater Salt Lake area and its thriving employment centers, including the tech-centric Silicon Slopes in the southern part of the valley.
Modera Marmalade will offer studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes with various layouts and an average size of 840 square feet. Community amenities will be highlighted by a rooftop deck with a resort-style swimming pool, grilling area, fire pit and outdoor dining. Additional common area attractions will include a hot tub, sauna, resident clubhouse, game room with pool table, coffee bar, landscaped courtyards, pet park, pet spa and a club-quality fitness center with cardio equipment, individual TVs, Peloton bikes, group fitness area and a yoga/Pilates studio. The community will also offer a conference room, coworking spaces, private workstations, controlled-access garage parking, private EV-charging stations, digital package lockers, bike lockers and additional storage space.
Home interiors will feature two distinct color schemes, nine-foot ceilings, oversized windows, wood-style plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, pull-down faucets, tile backsplashes, moveable kitchen islands, breakfast bars, custom soft-close cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, oversized bedrooms with spacious closets, built-in storage and in-home washers and dryers. Smart features will include controlled-access guest technology, programmable thermostats, key fob access, USB outlets and bulk WiFi. Bathrooms will feature double vanities, backlit mirrors, linen closets, soaking tubs and showers with floor-to-ceiling tile surrounds.

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IRVINE, CA – The James of Irvine, a luxury senior living community, celebrated its groundbreaking, marking a major milestone for the area’s first upscale rental-based senior community. The event, held at the 3.03-acre site on Gates Avenue, drew more than 80 attendees, including city officials, developers and industry leaders.
“This project has been years in the making, with so many dedicated teams working together since 2017,” said Adam Arnold, Managing Director of Harbert South Bay Partners, who served as emcee. “But as they say, excellent things come to those who wait — and this is going to be something special, bringing over 200 full-time jobs to the Irvine area.”
Designed for baby boomer renters, The James will feature 350 studio, one- and two-bedroom residences for independent living, helped living and memory care. The eight-tale community, set to open in summer 2027, will offer modern amenities, holistic care and a vibrant, walkable lifestyle in the heart of Orange County, with convenient access to Santa Ana, Costa Mesa and Tustin.
Owned by the P3 Foundation, The James is being developed by Harbert South Bay Partners and will be managed by Momentum Senior Living. Additional project partners include Van Tilburg, Banvard & Soderbergh, Rodrigo Vargas Design and W.E. O’Neil Construction.
“The James will be fully integrated into the Irvine community so residents can truly experience everything it has to offer,” said Josh Johnson, CEO of Momentum Senior Living. “This will be a new class of senior living, where the goal is simple: helping people live longer and better. And with our corporate office just 2 miles away, we’re right here to make that vision a reality.”
City of Irvine Vice Mayor James Mai and Councilmembers Kathleen Treseder, Melinda Liu and William Go were also in attendance. “We’re proud to present a certificate of recognition for The James — arguably the best-named building in Irvine,” Mai joked. “From the renderings, it looks like a five-star resort, and it truly reflects what makes Irvine a premier place to live and retire.”
P3 Foundation Director Louise Waller emphasized the community’s impact. “P3 Foundation is all about supporting nonprofit developments that change lives. There is fantastic demand for quality senior housing across the United States and we can’t wait to see this one come out of the ground to serve seniors right here in Irvine,” she said.
With construction now underway, Executive VP Mike Byrne of W.E. O’Neil Construction highlighted the scale of the project. “We’re digging 32 feet deep right now, and once the tower crane is erected, you’ll be able to see it from Disneyland. 5,000 ready-mix concrete trucks will be needed to complete the concrete structure — if you lined the trucks up bumper-to-bumper — that’s a stretch from Irvine to downtown L.A.,” he said.
“When the exterior goes up, there will be 1,250 windows, and inside, 400 skilled team members will be hard at work on everything from electrical to drywall. This is a massive project, and we’re thrilled to bring it to life.”
The James will redefine retirement living with luxury amenities and engaging programs. Residents will delight in multiple dining venues, a bar/lounge, an indoor pool and spa, a wellness gym, a yoga studio, therapy rooms and a salon. Entertainment and enrichment spaces include two theaters, a media lounge, an art studio, a golf simulator and a dog park with a washroom. Outdoor courtyards will feature barbecue grills, fire pits, seating areas, a putting green and bocce courts.
Beyond amenities, The James will offer a dynamic lifestyle with educational workshops, spiritual gatherings and social events. Fresh, chef-prepared meals will be served in inviting dining venues. The community’s prime location provides walkable access to The District at Tustin Legacy and nearby medical providers, parks, trails, universities and country clubs.

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PHOENIX, AZ – Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation’s leading multifamily developers, hosted a ribbon cutting for Stella, a 308-unit, Class A multifamily community in the Phoenix suburb of San Tan Valley. The first residents started moving in during winter of 2024, with construction completion expected at the end of this summer.
“With resort-style living and luxury conveniences at the forefront, Stella reflects Thompson Thrift’s commitment to making exceptional rental communities that deliver both style and quality,” said Angie Atkins, senior vice president of community management for Thompson Thrift. “Our team is excited to deliver a community that residents are proud to call home.”
Located on a 20-acre site near North Gary Road and West Hunt Highway, Stella will consist of 12 two- and three-tale buildings, a resort-style swimming pool with adjacent lawn and outdoor pavilion, pickleball courts, two dog parks and relaxing gardens with fruit trees and fountains. The community will offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes and residents will be able to select from a variety of layouts and signature amenities including private enclosed yards or patio options and detached single-car garages. The apartment homes will be finished with elegant quartz countertops, hardwood style-flooring, stainless steel appliances, high-speed, instant-on internet access, ceiling fans, full-size washer and dryer, smart thermostat and a smart hub.
The pet-friendly luxury community will be close to multiple outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, or exploring the San Tan Mountain Regional Park, a national park that is located two miles west of the community. Residents will be living near an array of retail options. In addition, Hunt Highway provides future residents with ease of access to nearby Queen Creek, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler and Loop 202.
The employment corridor along Loop 202 features high-paying jobs from companies such as Liberty Mutual, Deloitte, Dignity Health and Isagenix. Additionally, Arizona State University’s new Mesa City Center, a new state-of-the-art digital media learning center, is 10 minutes north. The area is also home to two airports – Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport and the Chandler Municipal Airport.
At the ribbon cutting, visitors were able to tour the model, explore the professionally decorated clubhouse and community amenities. As part of Thompson Thrift’s ongoing commitment to community engagement, they presented a check to local non-profit Manes and Miracles to aid their efforts in providing adaptive or therapeutic riding, equine-helped activities and equine-helped physical therapy for those who have physical, mental and emotional disabilities.
Thompson Thrift is a full-service real estate development company focused on multifamily, ground-up commercial and mixed-use development across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest. For nearly 40 years, Thompson Thrift has invested more than $6 billion into local communities and has become known as a trusted partner committed to developing high-quality, attractive multifamily, commercial and industrial projects.

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