Many property managers are considering entering the student housing market for the first time, but they should be aware that this sector requires a complete overhaul of traditional marketing, leasing, and operational strategies. Here are some critical points for new entrants to consider:
– No plug-and-play option: Simply transferring existing strategies from traditional rental properties will not suffice in the student housing market.
– Marketing overhaul: Property managers must develop new marketing tactics to attract student tenants, including leveraging social media, partnering with universities, and emphasizing amenities geared towards students.
– Leasing changes: Property managers must be prepared for unique leasing challenges, such as leasing by-the-bed instead of by-the-unit, dealing with joint and several liability, and understanding student rental cycles.
– Operational adjustments: Managers must be ready to handle student-specific issues such as roommate conflicts, maintenance requests related to student lifestyle, and accommodating seasonal fluctuations in occupancy.
– Pre-market preparation: Property managers should take proactive steps such as understanding tenant preferences, updating units to meet student needs, and creating a strong communication strategy with tenants to succeed in the student housing market.
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