DALLAS, TX – Ashcroft Capital, a fully integrated multifamily investment firm, announced its acquisition of Birchstone Cedar Ridge, a luxury garden-style community in Dallas built in 2024. Ashcroft’s affiliate property management arm, Birchstone Residential, is now providing services for the residents of the community. The acquisition was completed through a joint venture that includes Pearlmark Real Estate and Temerity Strategic Partners. This acquisition marks the second in 2025 between Ashcroft and Pearlmark.
The Class-A property (formerly Jefferson Cedar Ridge) features 360 apartment homes and becomes Ashcroft’s 20th multifamily property in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
“We are excited to expand our Birchstone brand with the acquisition of Cedar Ridge apartments,” said Frank Roessler, founder and CEO of Ashcroft. “Through our ongoing partnership with Pearlmark and Temerity, we continue to buy high-quality, institutional-grade apartment communities, and this property fits well within our investment strategy. We are targeting luxury communities in our metros at a strong discount to replacement cost. Properties like Cedar Ridge will allow us to showcase our customer service, which supports strong rent growth and retention.”
Located at 6165 Ridge Center Drive, Birchstone Cedar Ridge features one-, two- and three-bedroom homes ranging from 660 to 1,541 square feet. Community amenities include a resort-style pool with cabanas, outdoor kitchen and grill areas, enclosed dog park, 24-hour fitness center with cardio and strength stations, business center, EV-charging station, 24-hour emergency maintenance service and community clubhouse. The community also offers furnished apartments, flexible payment options and pet, housekeeping and delivery services.
Homes feature undermount kitchen sinks with gooseneck faucets, granite counters, white and gray shaker cabinets, modern pendant lighting, ceiling fans, plush carpeting, hardwood-style flooring and smart thermostats.
“Birchstone Cedar Ridge is an outstanding addition to our portfolio,” said Scott Lebenhart, chief investment officer of Ashcroft. “It has a wide array of onsite features that should serve to attract and retain residents, and it’s located in an area with fantastic shopping, award-winning schools, museums and parks. With our strong presence in the Metroplex, Birchstone Cedar Ridge will also benefit from our economies of scale and operational efficiencies in the area.”
“We are proud to continue our relationship with our valued joint venture partners through the acquisition of Birchstone Cedar Ridge,” said Stephen Quazzo, CEO and co-founder of Pearlmark. “This is truly a best-in-class asset that offers a unique resident experience in this submarket. With the experience and expertise that Ashcroft and Birchstone Residential have in the Dallas-Fort Worth market and their dedication to premium resident service, we believe this property will perform extremely well.”
In addition to Texas, Ashcroft owns communities throughout Florida, Georgia and North Carolina. The company is actively pursuing additional markets in the Sun Belt.

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ATLANTA, GA – Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation’s leading multifamily developers, announced that it will develop Wrenly, a 214-unit multifamily community in the Atlanta suburb of Newnan. The company expects to welcome its first residents in April 2027, and construction completion is projected for early 2028.
“Coweta County’s entitlement process is grounded in thoughtful plotting and community priorities, and we’re honored that our collaborative approach earned the trust and support needed to go this development forward,” said Josh Purvis, managing partner for Thompson Thrift Residential. “We are excited for Wrenly to deliver high-quality, luxury housing that supports the continued growth and momentum of the Newnan community.”
Located at the northeast corner of Newnan Crossing Boulevard and Newnan Crossing Court, the 28.6-acre community will include six residential buildings in one-, two-, and three-bedroom configurations. The apartment homes will average approximately 1,000 square feet and feature designer fixtures and finishes, including elegant granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, smooth glass-top ranges, timeless tile backsplash, full-size washers and dryers, and hardwood-style flooring, as well as patio, balcony, and private yard options.
Resort-style living will continue throughout the community and feature a fully equipped fitness center with 24-hour access, firepit with seating areas, a swimming pool with an integrated waterfall, and a built-in seat wall adjacent to the firepit. Community grilling areas, pickleball court, dog park, pet spa with grooming station, and a resident business center with focus suite will also be available for residents to delight in.
Major employers near the site include Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Yamaha Motor Manufacturing, Amazon Distribution Center, Southeastern Regional Medical Center, just to name a few. Significant investments not far from the site include Piedmont Newnan Hospital’s $65 million south tower expansion, and the U.S. Soccer National Training Center, a $200 million, 200-acre development expected to open in 2026 that will make approximately 400 jobs and include more than 200,000 square feet of high-performance facilities, locker rooms, meeting rooms and headquarters space for employees.
In the past 10 years, Coweta County has seen limited multifamily deliveries, representing only 1.4% of the overall multifamily deliveries across the Atlanta MSA during the same period, while population growth exceeded 21% throughout the last 15 years and is expected to grow another 5.6% over the next five years. This strong population growth has led to a shortage of housing options for new residents, making Wrenly a fantastic addition to the Newnan market.

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HYATTSVILLE, MD – EJF Capital, a global alternative asset management firm with approximately $5.6 billion of assets under management, announced the completion of construction at The Bellevue, a 361-unit, multifamily development located in Hyattsville, Maryland. This is the fifth project delivered within EJF s OpZone Fund II and reflects the Firm s continued expansion into high-growth, metropolitan Qualified Opportunity Zone ( QOZ ) markets.
Developed in partnership with The NRP Group, The Bellevue is situated in one of Prince George s County s most dynamic residential corridors, a neighborhood propelled by ongoing economic development and expanded access to employment centers throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. Long-term demand for high-quality housing in Hyattsville results from proximity to the University of Maryland, a vibrant arts district, and dynamic retail and dining options.
The newly delivered community features studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments along with a comprehensive amenity suite, including a fitness center, clubroom, co-working lounge, landscaped courtyards, and structured parking.
We are pleased to bring The Bellevue to completion as we invest in high-quality housing within supply-constrained and growing communities, said Asheel Shah, Senior Managing Director and Head of Real Estate Development at EJF. Hyattsville s strong demographic and employment trends make it a highly attractive market, and The Bellevue reflects our commitment to delivering thoughtfully designed multifamily communities with best-in-class partners.
The Bellevue joins EJF Capital s growing portfolio of multifamily and industrial developments within QOZs nationwide. Since 2018, EJF has invested in 24 multi-family and commercial developments across the country, including five completed developments in the OpZone Fund II, aligned with the firm s strategy of develop institutional-quality properties in markets positioned for sustained growth.

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