Alfonso Costa Jr., Executive Vice President at the Falcone Group, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming Connect Apartment 2023 event on November 29th in Key Biscayne, Florida. In an exclusive interview with Connectcre.com, Alfonso shares his insights on how apartment developers are adapting to changing resident demands for amenities.

The multifamily industry has seen a significant shift in amenity offerings and resident preferences over the past few years. Co-working spaces, charging stations, and dog parks have become standard rather than novelty features. When asked about future trends in amenities and any surprises he’s noticed so far, Alfonso responds:

“We’re seeing more outdoor amenities like pickleball courts and fitness areas being added to garden-style communities in suburban markets. The rise of remote work has also increased demand for non-building related amenities that can break up the monotony of a workday.”

In terms of mixed-use multifamily projects, Live/Work/Play continues to be a dominant driver when it comes to siting developments according to Alfonso’s expert opinion. He notes that tenants today are more interested in nearby facilities such as businesses/restaurants/entertainment options than just their own rental units.

“Being able to offer residents a live/work/play lifestyle is crucial for urban infill development,” says Alfonso.”Developers who are willing pay premium prices for land near these recreational offerings have an advantage.”

As one of Florida’s leading power players within multifamily real estate development circles , you won’t want miss out on hearing from experts like Alfonso at Connect Apartments 2023 next month! Register now before tickets sell out!