Latest multifamily acquisition in Oklahoma City, OK

Latest multifamily acquisition in Oklahoma City, OK

Investor · Cary, NC · Member since 2017 · 78 posts · 89 votes

I wanted to share the details of our latest multifamily acquisition...

We, along with our partners, acquired a 288 unit / 30 building Class C apartment complex in the Oklahoma City market. Our property is in Midwest City, OK, which is less than 10 miles from downtown OKC. This market has a diversified economy and a population that is growing at 2x the national average. This, along with our conservative underwriting, will allow us to successfully execute our business plan of repositioning the asset from a C-class to a B-class in nearly all market conditions.

The complex was built in 1974 and has very little deferred maintenance. The sellers maintained the property well and took care of any exterior issues. Because the property is in good structural condition, we are going to focus our efforts on interior renovations and improving amenities.

We plan to improve the interiors with new appliance packages, countertops, flooring and refinished bathrooms. Additionally, we plan on taking the existing tennis court and converting it into a pickleball court and a multi-use space for recreation. We also plan on building an outdoor kitchen and dog park. The city is investing heavily in the area as well, including the building of a large park that will be directly connected to our property.

Now that the acquisition is complete, the real work can now begin! We are super excited to provide a beautiful, safe and affordable community to the Midwest City market.

Helping solve the affordable housing crisis continues to be a very fulfilling endeavor.

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Rental Property Investor · Edmond, OK · Member since 2017 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
4y

Congratulations on the deal! I love Midwest City. That's where the majority of my rentals are. 

I think the pickleball court is a great idea! (That is my husband's new favorite sport. Lol.) It's becoming super popular around here. There's a pickleball bar/restaurant in NW OKC and their courts are consistently booked out several weeks in advance.  

I do agree that B class is probably the higher end of what you can push in that market. There are a few A class apartments in the general area that cater to the military crowd at Tinker, but it would be really hard to compete with the cool new construction apartments. I think shooting to become a solid B class apartment is a great place to position yourself. 

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  • Member since 2021 · 1 post · 2 votes
    4y

    Nice work! That epic:)

  • Marc RiceBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus Cleveland Dayton, OH · Member since 2018 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    4y

    Great buy, why a pickleball court? What demographic does that attract?

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  • Rental Property Investor · Boise, ID · Member since 2021 · 5 posts · 3 votes
    4y

    Wow thanks for that breakdown! What exactly will cause it to go from a C to B class property? Is it the addition of amenities? What would take it to an A class?

  • Investor · Cary, NC · Member since 2017 · 78 posts · 89 votes
    4y

    @Nicholas Upton Thank You!

    @Marc Rice Pickleball was originally popular with more of a senior crowd, but now it's getting more popular with all age ranges. Also, the space it will occupy takes up less than a tennis court, so we can do more than what was previously done with the space.

    @Ryan GarantThat is correct. Class has to do with the age of a property as well as the amenities, neighborhood, etc. The reason we are repositioning to a B class is because the area demographics support it. So just because you can offer a B class property doesn't mean you should. This is, after all a business, and we need to ensure there is an ROI on our investment.

  • Rental Property Investor · Oklahoma City, OK · Member since 2020 · 309 posts · 184 votes
    4y

    @Ryan Garant I wouldn't think it will ever be a Class A in Midwest City - @Vinay Kolluru is doing the right thing bringing it to B for the area. What street is it on Vinay? I'd love to go look at it next time I'm in that part of the city.  MWC is a great area for rentals! congrats!!

  • Rental Property Investor · San Antonio, TX · Member since 2016 · 48 posts · 16 votes
    4y

    @Vinay Kolluru Sounds like a great value add opportunity! You're right, now the real work begins as you execute your business plan. Best of luck!

  • Mustang, OK · Member since 2018 · 154 posts · 110 votes
    4y
    Congratulations on the acquisition and plan to reposition the property.
  • Ben ScottPro Member
    Property Manager · Oklahoma City, OK · Member since 2019 · 577 posts · 351 votes
    4y
    Congrats on the deal! How did you fund this deal and structure the ownership?
  • Rental Property Investor · Edmond, OK · Member since 2017 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    4y

    Congratulations on the deal! I love Midwest City. That's where the majority of my rentals are. 

    I think the pickleball court is a great idea! (That is my husband's new favorite sport. Lol.) It's becoming super popular around here. There's a pickleball bar/restaurant in NW OKC and their courts are consistently booked out several weeks in advance.  

    I do agree that B class is probably the higher end of what you can push in that market. There are a few A class apartments in the general area that cater to the military crowd at Tinker, but it would be really hard to compete with the cool new construction apartments. I think shooting to become a solid B class apartment is a great place to position yourself. 

  • Michael JonesPro Member
    Real Estate Agent · Oklahoma City, OK · Member since 2018 · 50 posts · 17 votes
    4y

    I am a local Real Estate Investor in Midwest City and soon to be retired Military after 25+ years.  If there is anything I can do to help your team here in the local area, please let me know.  

  • Investor · Cary, NC · Member since 2017 · 78 posts · 89 votes
    4y

    @Lara WhiteThank You so much! The property is called Huntington Place and is on N Midwest Blvd. We plan on rebranding it to something to something to do with the attached park.

    @Simon Castillo@Simon CastilloI appreciate it, brother! We need all the help we can get :-)

    @Ben ScottThank You! The deal is financed through an 80% Loan to Cost bridge loan. The equity is owned by Limited and General Partners with a 70/30 split. The LPs own Class A shares and are paid on a preferred basis. Please let me know if you need more details on the structure.

    @Cassi JustizI agree that MC is a great rental market! Congrats on your portfolio there. Pickleball is getting super popular - I didn't know there was a pickleball restaurant! And yes, B and C class assets is where I mostly operate. They don't have the shine of an A class, but the returns for investors make much more sense.

    @Michael Jones1st off, thank you for your service! And thank you very much for your offer.

  • Edmond, OK · Member since 2012 · 456 posts · 270 votes
    4y

    @Vinay Kolluru Congratulations Vinay. As others from the Oklahoma City area have offered already in this thread, if there’s something I can help out with, let me know.

  • Realtor · Tampa, FL · Member since 2021 · 18 posts · 15 votes
    4y

    Just wondering how did you guys pick Midwest City, OK. Do you focus on a specific area or is it because of the type of deal you were able to find?  

  • Investor · Detroit, MI · Member since 2014 · 97 posts · 40 votes
    4y

    Congrats on the deal @Vinay Kolluru ! Some people think the work is done once the acquisition is completed. Now the more challenging work comes; as you and your team begins the value add process. 

  • Investor · Cary, NC · Member since 2017 · 78 posts · 89 votes
    4y

    @Jai Reddy Thank You! I am learning more and more that Oklahomans are super friendly and helpful! Makes me even more excited to do business in the state!

    @Rahul PunjThere are a number of reasons:
    -The OKC market is fundamentally strong and is still affordable: strong rental market, growing population, landlord friendly, diverse economy
    -Our asset management team is within driving distance of the property, so we will have constant oversight to ensure our business plan is being executed
    -OKC is still a hidden gem. When you look at the same places everyone else is looking (e.g. Atlanta, Dallas, Raleigh, etc.), it is becoming nearly impossible to find a deal that works in our business model. Our underwriting is based on fundamental cash flow, not market appreciation (even though we invest in strong markets).

    @Nathan - 100% correct!

  • Investor · Durham, NC · Member since 2020 · 1k+ posts · 691 votes
    4y

    Congrats brother! Keep up the great work. 

  • Investor · Cary, NC · Member since 2017 · 78 posts · 89 votes
    4y

    @Jeffrey Donis Thanks brother!

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