759-Bed Community Near University of South Florida is
Landmark’s Third Student Housing Development in Tampa
ATHENS, Ga. (August 13, 2024) – Landmark Properties, a fully-integrated real estate firm specializing in the development, construction, investment management, and operation of high-quality residential communities, announces the delivery of The Metropolitan Tampa, a 759-bed, 276-unit student housing development at 2701 E. Fowler Avenue in Tampa, Florida.
Opening to residents in August 2024, the five-story residential community was designed by Niles Bolton Associates with Landmark Construction, the in-house construction arm of Landmark Properties, serving as general contractor.
The Metropolitan Tampa offers a mix of studios to four-bedroom units, catering to the growing demand for top-tier, well-located student apartments. Just 0.2 miles from the University of South Florida’s campus, the building offers quick access to the university’s athletic and academic facilities. At time of delivery, The Metropolitan Tampa leads the market in terms of preleased occupancy.
“We are pleased to launch the Metropolitan Tampa, which is fully leased ahead of the coming school year,” said Wes Rogers, President and CEO of Landmark Properties. “With more than 36,000 undergraduate students, the housing market around the University of South Florida is seeing demand for well-located, high-quality student housing developments. I’m proud of the team for delivering another project on time, under budget and fully leased.”
The Metropolitan Tampa provides residents with fully furnished apartments that are pre-wired for high-speed internet and cable. Apartments feature stainless-steel appliances and quartz countertops, hardwood-style flooring, and in-unit laundry. The building offers resort-style amenities such as an outdoor rooftop swimming pool, jumbotron, grilling areas, a gaming lawn, two courtyards, and a comprehensive fitness center. Study centers and onsite parking are also available to residents. Additionally, a number of dining, retail and entertainment options for residents are nearby. The property also features 1,700 square feet of ground floor retail space.
The community is Landmark Properties’ second property actively under management serving the students of USF. Additionally, Landmark operates 16 residential communities in Florida near flagship universities in Gainesville, Miami, Orlando, and Tallahassee.
About Landmark Properties
Headquartered in Athens, Ga., with an office in Atlanta, Landmark Properties is a fully integrated real estate firm, specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality residential communities. With $14 billion AUM, Landmark’s portfolio includes over 115 residential communities across the country with 72,000 beds under management. Additionally, Landmark benefits from an active development pipeline with 23 student and multifamily projects under construction or near term start with an estimated value of over $5 billion. Landmark’s mission is to be the leader in development, construction, operations, and investment management of high-quality residential communities, delivering unrivaled service and experience to our residents, partners, and employees. For more information, visit www.landmarkproperties.com.