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Habitat, Duvernay + Brooks, and Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority Close on 254-Unit First Phase Redevelopment of Marine Drive Apartments, Advancing Waterfront Revitalization in Buffalo, N.Y.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (Dec. 17, 2025) — The Habitat Company , a leading U.S. multifamily developer and property manager, has closed on Marine Drive Apartments in downtown Buffalo, officially setting in motion the long-anticipated redevelopment of the historic waterfront site. The transformative project, undertaken by Habitat in partnership with Duvernay + Brooks and Bridges Development, an affiliate of the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA), will preserve and expand affordab
Dec 18, 2025


Absorbing 2025: Habitat Leaders Share Insights on What’s Next for Multifamily
As the multifamily industry navigates evolving market conditions, shifting renter expectations, and rapid technological change, thoughtful leadership and adaptability are more important than ever. In Absorbing 2025 , published by the National Apartment Association, industry leaders—including Habitat’s own Charlton Hamer and Jessica Perri—shared insights on how operators can remain resilient and forward-focused in the year ahead. Charlton Hamer emphasized the importance of lo
Dec 15, 2025


Redefining Modern Luxury at Cassidy on Canal
Luxury living today is no longer defined by excess—it’s shaped by intention, functionality, and experience. At Cassidy on Canal , The Habitat Company has embraced this evolution by creating a community that blends thoughtful design, meaningful amenities, and an elevated resident experience in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton River District. Featured in a recent National Apartment Association article on luxurious living, Cassidy on Canal exemplifies how modern multifamily commu
Dec 15, 2025


Moving Forward in Highland Park: Former Solo Cup Site Receives Initial Approval for New Townhome Community
The Habitat Company is pleased to share an important step forward in the revitalization of Highland Park’s former Solo Cup manufacturing site. The City of Highland Park has granted initial approval for our proposed townhome development, marking meaningful progress toward reactivating a long-vacant property and delivering much-needed housing to the North Shore. As reported by Crain’s Chicago Business , the proposed plan includes a thoughtfully designed townhome community that
Dec 15, 2025


Affordable Housing as a Catalyst for Community Transformation
Affordable housing is about far more than providing a place to live—it’s about creating stability, opportunity, and long-term community impact. At The Habitat Company, this belief guides every affordable and mixed-income development we undertake. In a recent article published by the National Apartment Association, Habitat—through insights shared by our very own Senior Vice President of Habitat’s Affordable Group, Charlton Hamer —highlighted how well-designed, thoughtfully op
Dec 15, 2025


Human-Centered AI: How Habitat Uses Smart Technology to Enhance Leasing and Marketing
As technology continues to reshape the multifamily industry, artificial intelligence is becoming an essential tool—not to replace people, but to better support them. At The Habitat Company, we view AI as a way to enhance efficiency, improve communication, and deliver a more thoughtful experience for both prospects and residents. In a recent Multi-Housing News feature exploring best practices for training AI chatbots, Habitat’s marketing approach—led by Jessica Perri—highlig
Dec 15, 2025


Rethinking Amenities: How Habitat Keeps It Simple, Practical, and Resident-Focused
In a competitive rental market, one thing remains clear: today’s renters value practicality over flash. At The Habitat Company, we’ve...
Jul 8, 2025


Design Smarter: How Habitat Uses Value-Engineering to Control Costs and Elevate Communities
In today’s development environment—marked by rising material costs, interest rate pressures, and labor shortages—multifamily developers...
Jul 8, 2025


Smart Cooling, Smarter Communities: How Habitat Is Cutting Costs While Enhancing Comfort
As utility costs continue to rise and climate patterns shift, managing cooling expenses in multifamily communities has never been more...
Jul 8, 2025
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