ORLANDO, FL – Toll Brothers, the nation s leading builder of luxury homes, through its Toll Brothers Campus Living student housing rental division, and Boston-based real estate investment, development and management firm The Davis Companies, announced a new joint venture to develop Aperture, a 680-bed (204-unit), two-building, five-tale multifamily rental community in Orlando, Florida adjacent to the University of Central Florida (UCF).
The project is being financed through a $50 million construction loan facility from TD Bank, N.A. The equity and debt were arranged by Toll Brothers in-house Finance Department.
Aperture is located at 12727 East Colonial Drive in Orlando on 8.2 acres in proximity to UCF. The community will consist of 204 rental apartments and will feature a state-of-the-art fitness center, an e-sports gaming center, computer lounge with printing, content creation studio, LuxerOne Package Locker System, courtyard with cabanas, grills and firepits, and a resort style pool with sunshelf. Residents will have access to a private five-minute shuttle to campus, as well as a parking garage that will include EV (electric vehicle) charging stations.
UCF has the second largest on-campus enrollment of any public university in the U.S. with nearly 70,000 students enrolled in the 2022 – 2023 academic year. The university has consistently grown over the past 10 years, supported by strong population growth in Florida and increased recognition of its academic and athletic programs. It is ranked 64thamong the Top Public Universities and 14th for Most Innovative Schools in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report.
Toll Brothers Campus Living develops communities that combine modern amenities and strategic community design to fit the needs and lifestyle of students. Toll Brothers Campus Living will manage the property s development, construction, and asset management, as well as handle marketing and leasing in partnership with Davis.
John McCullough, President of Toll Brothers Apartment Living, said, We are excited to expand our student housing presence in Florida with the development of Aperture near the University of Central Florida. Ideally situated near one of the largest public universities in the country, Aperture will help meet the growing need for high quality student housing options at UCF. We look forward to welcoming students to this incredible community in the fall of 2025.
Demand for elevated student housing continues to rise across the country as highly-amenitized offerings gain prevalence in the market, especially in the Sun Belt region, said Jerry Murphy, Managing Director, Investments at Davis. We are confident that our expanding portfolio of student housing developments will provide key value for our investors and are glad to continue our long-term partnership with Toll Brothers through the delivery of this best-in-class student residence.
Aperture is the second Toll Brothers multifamily project in Florida and joins the growing Toll Brothers Campus Living student housing portfolio nationwide. Previous developments include Lapis at Florida International University (FIU), which opened in 2023, The Yards at Ancient State at The Pennsylvania State University, which opened in 2020, Canvas at Arizona State University, which opened in 2021 and was sold in 2023, and Terrapin Row at the University of Maryland, which opened in 2016 and was sold in 2017. In 2024, Toll Brothers Campus Living anticipates the opening of The 87 at the University of Notre Dame and Kinetic at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
This joint venture represents the latest project in Davis growing student housing portfolio as colleges and universities seek to meet the demand of increased student populations. Other student housing projects in Davis portfolio include The Lex at the University of Kentucky and William at the University of Georgia.
Fred Cooper, Senior Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations for Toll Brothers, said, We are thrilled to launch our eighth development joint venture with Davis consisting of projects totaling over $625 million in total capitalization located in urban and suburban markets across the U.S. We are also excited to have the support of TD Bank, with whom we have had a multi-faceted relationship for many years.

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SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – Olympus Property, a leading real estate investment and property management company, announced the successful acquisition of Primrose, located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. This prestigious residential community is comprised of 288 units in one of the most affluent areas in the Florida Panhandle. Built in 2022, Primrose is a welcome addition to Olympus Property’s growing portfolio, further solidifying the company’s presence in this highly sought after submarket.
Olympus Property brings extensive industry expertise to the table, boasting a current portfolio of more than 31,000 units across 14 states. This acquisition is a testament to the company’s proven success, building upon the outstanding performance of Olympus Emerald Coast, a nearby property bought in June 2021, which continues to deliver strong results. “We are grateful for the opportunity to welcome Primrose into the Olympus portfolio as we consistently seek out outstanding assets in the most coveted locations,” says Wade Madden, Chief Operating Officer at Olympus Property. “This strategic acquisition reflects our unwavering dedication to providing unparalleled living experiences while simultaneously elevating our regional influence.”
Primrose is conveniently located just a few blocks away from the pristine, sandy white beaches of Northwest Florida’s renowned Emerald Coast, well-known for its luxury, exclusivity, and exceptional quality of life. The property is surrounded by the region’s finest amenities and key attractions including Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, 30A, Sacred Heart Hospital, and Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. Its appealing location and charming ambiance have earned it a place on Conde Nast Traveler’s esteemed list of the Top 10 Best Small Towns in the U.S., further emphasizing its prestigious status.
The Class A community offers an impressive array of top-tier luxury amenities including two saltwater pools, private poolside cabanas, a poolside entertainment deck with an outdoor grilling kitchen and fire pits, a gaming lawn, a fully equipped cardio and flex gym, and a resident lounge. Primrose’s unit mix offers a number of options, including a blend of four-tale apartments, two-tale townhome units, and carriage units that are in high demand within the market. Units are well-appointed with high-end finishes including chef-inspired designer kitchens with expansive prep islands, quartz counters, artisanal tile backsplashes, wood-style flooring, and full-size washers & dryers.

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PHOENIX, AZ – Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company, announced the development of Refinery at Pointe17, a 224-unit Class A multifamily community near the $40+ billion Taiwan Semiconductor Plant (TSMC) in northern Phoenix. Construction is set to start this month and Thompson Thrift plans to welcome new residents starting in the latter half of 2025.
“We had a distinct vision for this unique property and are pleased to have the opportunity to collaborate with Thompson Thrift’s residential, commercial and construction teams on this mixed-use development,” said Josh Purvis, managing partner for Thompson Thrift Residential. “Refinery at Pointe17’s balance of style, convenience and amenities will make it a standout addition to the Phoenix metro.”
Located just off Interstate 17 at the southwest corner of Dove Valley and the newly approved 29th Avenue intersection, Refinery at Pointe17 will offer one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes that average 1,000 square feet. Residents will delight in luxury amenities including 9′ ceilings, stainless-steel appliances, tile backsplashes, designer fixtures and finishes, hardwood-style flooring, large walk-in closets, patio and balcony options, a full-size washer and dryer, as well as a suite of Alexa-compatible smart home technology.
Luxury living will continue throughout the community with a fully equipped 24-hour fitness center, yoga and spin studio, bike storage, resort-style heated swimming pool, firepits with seating area, community grilling areas, pickleball court, 24-hour business center, private focus rooms and offices for rent, rooftop deck, event lounge, over 80 on-site electric vehicle charging spaces, dog park and pet spa and billiards and shuffleboard.
Refinery is the multifamily part of Pointe17, Thompson Thrift’s mixed-use development that will place Refinery’s residents within walking distance of various retail and dining options. Oregano’s, a local, family-owned restaurant; Twisted Sugar, a gourmet cookie shop; Over Simple, a breakfast and brunch restaurant and Foothills Grille, a new restaurant concept from the operators of Pinnacle Grill, have already committed to the site.
Additionally, Heartland Dental, Yoga Six, BFT fitness studio, The Bar, and a nail spa have also signed leases to open at the center.
Residents will also be a few miles from the Shops at Norterra, an upscale north Phoenix lifestyle center with 354,000 square feet of specialty retailers, restaurant and large national tenants including Walmart, TJ Maxx/HomeGoods, Dicks Sporting Goods, Best Buy, PetSmart, World Market, Barnes & Noble, Lowes and 14 screen Harkins Theater.
Alongside the property is Skunk Creek Wash natural preserve, which will feature pedestrian amenities and running paths from Dove Valley south to Sonoran Desert Parkway. Thompson Thrift’s design plot features seamless pedestrian connection to the preserve’s trail as well as complementary community amenities like volleyball courts, green space for yard games and ramadas.
Refinery is within one of the best school systems in North Phoenix. The high performing Deer Valley Unified School District holds a 95% graduation rate and was recently ranked the #8 best school district in the state of Arizona.
The nearby Interstate 17 interchange will serve as the main entrance to TSMC, the first phase of which is currently under construction. At full build out, the semiconductor plant is projected to add an additional 80,000 jobs by companies interested in working alongside TSMC.
Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the nation and has experienced double-digit growth in recent years thanks to large companies like TSMC, Amex, USAA, Learn, and Honeywell expanding their presence in the market.

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