Insights from our 2024 Co-Living Operators Survey
Our report, ‘Emerging Trends in Co-Living’, based on the Gerald Eve Co-Living Operator Survey, is your key to understanding this exciting sector. The co-living sector is rapidly expanding and evolving to cater for a diverse urban population, presenting lucrative investment prospects, especially in high-demand areas.
The report gives a detailed look at this real estate sector, emphasising its growing popularity in London and other locations. It highlights co-living’s resilience and adaptability as a housing solution amidst shifting urban lifestyles and housing demands.
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Here is an overview of the key insights. For a comprehensive insight download the report.
Strong rental performance
Co-living schemes have surpassed expectations in lease-up speeds, proving both rents and demand.
Co-living is growing outside of London
Co-living is not just a London-centric phenomenon; its strong uptake is gaining traction in regional cities, expanding the potential investment landscape.
Broad tenant appeal
The co-living sector attracts a diverse range of tenants, both in terms of age and income levels. This highlights its widespread appeal across various demographics and economic backgrounds.
Planning policy developments
A growing number of London boroughs now have a co-living policy, and the GLA have proposed space standards.
Successful investment
Look for high PTAL rating, obvious demand drivers, operational backing, and clear approach to affordable housing contributions.
Co-living operators
The availability of specialist co-living operators is facilitating investment.
Repurposing of existing buildings
Trends show an increasing interest in converting office buildings and hotels into co-living spaces, providing new investment avenues.
Design focus and community ethos
A high-quality living environment, larger rooms and social ethos are features of 2nd generation co-living.
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