The Multifamily Data Download
News, tips, and updates from ApartmentIQ
Moving Beyond Manual Pricing: How Multifamily Teams Are Pricing Smarter in 2026
This guide explores how teams are leaving manual pricing behind in 2026 and what’s taking its place. You’ll learn why automated pricing is gaining traction and how teams can transition without losing control or feeling like they’re outsourcing too much.
The 3 Reports Multifamily Leaders Rely On in ApartmentIQ – and Why They Matter
Multifamily leaders of revenue, operations, and asset teams need to be data-driven and focused on moving as quickly as local markets move. Empowering teams with the correct data is critical, especially when it comes to market surveys and unit-level performance, at...
Behind the Numbers: What Net Effective Rent Tells Us About Leasing Performance
On paper, asking rents in many metros are holding steady, or even climbing. But when you factor in concessions, the real picture starts to shift. In 2025, net effective rent (NER) has become the more honest metric for performance, and ignoring it can skew your...
What Actually Works: Top Concessions in 2025 and How to Use Them
Not all concessions deliver the same impact. While “one month free” may dominate the landscape, ApartmentIQ’s Q1 2025 data shows that operators are experimenting with a broader mix of incentives—from creative lease perks to one-time bonuses. In a softening market...
Concessions Are Back: What Q1 2025 Data Tells Us About the Multifamily Market
Rental concessions are no longer a niche tool, they’ve become a key part of leasing strategy across asset classes. As of Q1 2025, nearly one in four units in some metros is advertised with a discount, and the average concession hovers around one month of free rent....
Case Study: Income Property Specialists (IPS) Reclaims 25+ Hours a Week and Unlocks Data-Driven Pricing with ApartmentIQ
Snapshot BEFORE: Manual or single-person market surveys (25–30 staff hrs/week), inconsistent comp data, liability risk from private-data tools, slow pricing decisions AFTER: 100% automated, public-data feeds (zero hours of manual calls), portfolio-wide...
What Are Rent Concessions, and How Do They Boost Occupancy and Revenue
Rent concessions can help you fill vacancies, increase occupancy, and improve tenant satisfaction and loyalty. However, they come with some trade-offs and challenges. We both know they can reduce the profitability and value of the property and create unrealistic...
Watch On-Demand: State of Data in Multifamily: 2025 Trends and Insights
In our latest panel discussion, industry leaders explored the role of data in multifamily real estate and the major trends shaping 2025. If you missed it, the full recording is now available. State of Data in Multifamily: 2025 Trends and Insights From AI-driven...
Watch On-Demand: ApartmentIQ’s 2024 Recap and The Road Ahead
In our latest webinar, the ApartmentIQ team shared a detailed recap of what we delivered in 2024 and gave a sneak peek at the roadmap for 2025. If you missed it, the full recording is now available. Master the Shift: Key Steps for Transitioning to Public Data...
Maximizing Investments: How to Use Market Research To Your Advantage
Introduction In the multifamily real estate industry, your portfolio’s performance depends on the quality of your market intelligence. From identifying the next high-growth market to ensuring optimal rental rates, having accurate, up-to-date data is essential for...
Making the Switch: How Public Data Results in More Accurate, Ethical, and Strategic Long-Term Success
Whether you're a frontline resident manager or an executive in a multifamily, you need precise, reliable market surveys to make data-driven decisions. Yet, the common approach—relying on private data, internal listing service (ILS) data, or information gathered...
Watch On-Demand – Master the Shift: Key Steps for Transitioning to Public Data Webinar
As multifamily becomes more competitive and data practices more heavily scrutinized, one thing is clear: private data, often plagued by outdated information, inaccuracies, and compliance risks, is no longer keeping up with the dynamic needs of the industry. Rather...
The Future is Now: Why Automation Is Your Solution To More Accurate Market Research
If you’re a multifamily asset, revenue, or portfolio manager, you know the complexities that come with estimating property values, tracking rental trends, and optimizing income potential. The stakes are high, and so is the level of detail needed for informed...