900 & 901 S. Alma School Road
Chandler, AZ 85224
256
Units
2014
Year Built
The Opportunity
Casitas at San Marcos presents the opportunity to acquire an institutional-quality horizontal build-to-rent community in Chandler, AZ, one of the most desirable submarkets in the Phoenix MSA. Built in 2014, the property benefits from strong in-place performance supported by stable occupancy, low delinquencies, limited concessions, and a desirable low-density layout with private backyards. New ownership can unlock additional upside through interior modernization, enhanced outdoor living spaces, amenity upgrades, and the implementation of ancillary income programs, all while maintaining durable cash flow throughout the execution of the business plan.
The community is located in Chandler, one of Metro Phoenix’s most sought-after and supply-constrained submarkets, supported by a deep employment base along the Price Road Corridor and Intel’s expanding Ocotillo campus. Proximity to Chandler Fashion Center, which is undergoing continued redevelopment to expand dining and experiential retail, and easy access to Downtown Chandler’s growing restaurant and nightlife scene enhance lifestyle appeal. Strong household incomes, highly rated A-grade schools, and favorable demographics further support sustained renter demand and long-term value appreciation.
Investment Highlights
Meticulously Maintained Class A BTR Asset
Casitas at San Marcos offers 256 apartment homes in a low-density, build-to-rent community with 10-foot ceilings, featuring a distinctive mix of one-bedroom (20%), two-bedroom (43%), and three-bedroom (36%) single-story residences. Enhanced by attractive amenities such as a resort-style pool and spa, picnic area, and putting green. Casitas at San Marcos provides a harmonious blend of privacy and comfort akin to single-family living, without the maintenance and financial commitments of home ownership.
2014-Vintage, Cash-Flowing, Stable BTR Platform with Value-Add Potential
The asset demonstrates strong in-place performance including 94% average occupancy, low delinquencies, limited concessions, and 78% average monthly retention through 2025. With 100% of units in original condition, new ownership can execute a full interior renovation, enhance backyards, repurpose structures into amenities, add a dog park, and roll out ancillary income programs in line with newer BTR product.
High Barriers to Entry and Limited BTR Development
Chandler’s Infill nature, limited land availability, and restrictive zoning create significant barriers to new development, particularly in the BTR sector. Currently, there are currently no BTR units under construction and only one community in lease-up.
High Mortgage Rates and Limited Resales Bolster Build-To-Rent Demand
Elevated mortgage rates and constrained resale inventory are expected to sustain strong demand tailwinds for Casitas at San Marcos’ differentiated build-to-rent offering, which provides an estimated $1,811 monthly savings versus the cost of homeownership in Chandler.
Young and Affluent Resident Demographics Provide Room for Rent Growth
Boasting an average household income over $100,000, Casitas at San Marcos’ affluent resident base promotes long-term rental growth. The current rent-to-income ratio stands at only 23.9%.
Chandler: Exception Demographics with Top-Ranked School District in Arizona
Casitas at San Marcos is situated in the #1 School district in AZ – Chandler Unified School District, offering residents easy access to its highly rated (A) schools. Chandler schools are renowned for their educational excellence, consistently earning accolades and recognition for outstanding performance.
Prime, Infill Southeast Valley Location Near Leading Demand Generators
Casitas at San Marcos is ideally located near major transportation routes, less than 0.5 miles from Loop 202, 1 mile from State Route 87, and 2.5 miles from Loop 101. This strategic positioning ensures quick access to the East Valley’s employment centers, with over 70,000 employers and ±1,084,000 jobs within a 30-minute commute.
Strong Employment & Infrastructure-Driven Demand Supporting Long-Term Value
Located in a prime Chandler location within the Southeast Valley employment corridor, the property benefits from proximity to Intel and the Price Road Corridor, supporting a diversified employment base across advanced manufacturing, technology, & healthcare. Intel’s $20 billion Ocotillo campus expansion and ongoing Chandler Regional Hospital growth further reinforce long-term housing demand from a highly paid workforce and support durable value appreciation.
Location
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Phoenix Office
2425 E. Camelback Road
Suite 960
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Investment Sales
Mark Forrester
Senior Managing Director
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Managing Director
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Associate Director
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Hank Workman
Managing Director
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