Atlanta Wasn't On Anyone's Radar, Now It's #2
Atlanta is projected to rank #2 in the U.S. for multifamily rent growth in 2026. After two years of declines, supply is drying up, vacancy is tightening, and capital is moving.
Six months ago, Atlanta was a punchline. Now it's projected to rank #2 in the country for rent growth.
In this episode, we break down Atlanta's surprising multifamily turnaround and what's driving the shift:
- 4.1% projected rent growth in 2026 — ranking #2 among major U.S. metros
- 8,400 fewer units delivering in 2026 vs. 2025
- Vacancy tightening to 5.2% — the lowest since the post-pandemic recovery
- Lowest apartment pricing among major metros last year
- Hot submarkets: Cumberland, Midtown, Gwinnett County, Clayton County
- 19,000 jobs projected to be added in 2026
Plus Quick Hits:
- CRE CLO issuance picking back up
- Institutional investors preparing to deploy capital
- Phoenix ranked #1 for industrial investment in 2025
- Chicago's 2.8M SF Aon Center sent back to special servicing
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CREIC — November 6-7, 2026 | Miami, FL
500 High Achievers. One Room.
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