Ep. 171 - Multifamily Supply, Demand & 2025 Projections
Release Date: 02/21/2025
Ep. 197 - NMHC 2026 Takeaways
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
We just got back from the largest multifamily conference in the country — and the message from operators, lenders, and brokers was clear: the market is stabilizing, capital is active, and opportunity is shifting. In this episode, we break down: • National market sentiment • Why Phoenix continues to stand out • Where distress is creating buying opportunities • Oversupplied vs. recovering markets • How Neighborhood Ventures is adapting its strategy This isn’t hype — it’s a real on-the-ground snapshot of multifamily heading into 2026. 🎧 Listen now. #MultifamilyInvesting...
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Ep. 196 - Property Updates - January 2026
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this investor update episode of the Neighborhood Ventures Podcast, Bart Diehl sits down with CEO Jamison Manwaring to walk through major progress across several portfolio properties. They break down how operational improvements, smart capital upgrades, and disciplined rent strategies are driving value at Venture on 52nd, Coulter, Country Club, and Lockett — including occupancy milestones, renovation plans, and long-term investment strategy. From washer/dryer value-add math to Flagstaff market insights, this episode gives investors a transparent look at how Neighborhood Ventures is...
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Ep. 195 - Why 2026 Will Be a “Boring” Year for Housing (And Why That’s Good for Investors)
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
Neighborhood Ventures CEO Jason Manwaring joins co-host Kyle Macdonald to break down the biggest housing and multifamily trends heading into 2026. From Phoenix’s shift into a more stable, normalized market to the surge in concessions across major Sun Belt cities, they explore what today’s data is really telling investors. The episode also tackles the renewed debate around rent control—and why history shows it often backfires. If you want a clear, data-driven view of where multifamily is headed, this episode delivers.
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Ep. 194 - Why Wall Street Wants Phoenix: Tech Agglomeration and the New Multifamily Frontier
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this episode of the Neighborhood Ventures Podcast, Bart Diehl sits down with Nick Jackson and Kyle Macdonald to break down why multifamily lending has surged 36% year-over-year and what it means for investors. The team discusses the five consecutive quarters of rising lending activity, greater clarity in pricing, the wave of maturing loans hitting the market, and renewed willingness from lenders to underwrite deals after two years of volatility. They also dive into why out-of-state firms from Chicago, LA, and New York are aggressively buying in Metro Phoenix—spanning value-add properties,...
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Ep. 193 - AZREIA x Neighborhood Ventures: Inside Today’s Phoenix Multifamily Market with Jamison Manwaring
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this special episode, Neighborhood Ventures Co-Founder Jamison Manwaring joins the AZREIA team to break down what’s really happening in the Phoenix multifamily market and why today’s environment is creating rare opportunities for smart investors. Jamison shares: Why many Phoenix properties are trading 20–40% below their 2022 prices How Arizona’s intrastate crowdfunding law empowers everyday residents to invest locally The behind-the-scenes dynamics of “stress vs. distress” in today’s multifamily market Real deal stories, including lender-driven sales and...
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Ep. 192 - From the Arizona State of the Market Conference: Why Phoenix Keeps Winning
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this episode of the Neighborhood Ventures Podcast, Bart Diehl sits down with Neighborhood Ventures Co-Founder Jamison Manwaring and COO Heidi Butler to unpack insights from the Arizona State of the Market Conference and other national industry events. They discuss: Why Phoenix remains one of the fastest-growing metros in the U.S. 🌵 How the city continues to absorb record-breaking multifamily supply When the current oversupply and rent concessions may finally ease The critical role of strong property management and in-house operations Why 2027 may mark a turning point for rent...
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Ep. 191 - Arizona vs. Zillow, Cardinals’ $200M HQ, and ASU’s Big Bet on Tempe
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
From lawsuits to locker rooms — this week’s Neighborhood Ventures Podcast dives into Arizona’s antitrust case against Zillow, the Cardinals’ massive new $200M headquarters in North Scottsdale, and ASU’s $135M athletic upgrade reshaping Tempe’s real estate landscape. We unpack what these moves mean for renters, investors, and the future of Arizona’s growth. 💡 Tune in for real estate insight, local news, and a touch of sports talk. #NeighborhoodVentures #ArizonaRealEstate #Zillow #Cardinals #ASU #Multifamily #InvestInArizona #PhoenixGrowth #TempeDevelopment #Podcast
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Ep. 190 - Innovation, Redevelopment, and Transit: How ASU, Metrocenter, and Light Rail Are Shaping Phoenix
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this episode of the Neighborhood Ventures Podcast, Bart Diehl sits down with the Investor Relations team — Kyle Macdonald and Nick Jackson — to cover three big stories shaping the Valley. We kick off with ASU’s run as the nation’s most innovative university and what that means for talent retention and housing demand in Tempe. Next, we dive into the $850M redevelopment of Metrocenter Mall and its potential to transform the I-17 corridor. Finally, we look at Phoenix’s light rail expansion and why transit-oriented development is key to affordable housing and future multifamily...
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Ep. 189 - Legos, Phoenix Growth, and TSMC’s Ripple Effect on Arizona Real Estate
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this episode, the Investor Relations team—Nick Jackson, Kyle Macdonald, and Bart Diehl—dive into three big topics shaping Arizona’s future. From the nostalgia (and pain) of stepping on Legos to the major news of Lego’s Consumer & Shopper Engagement team moving to Tempe, we explore why global brands keep choosing the Valley. We then break down which Phoenix suburbs are leading the nation in both growth and affordability, and what that means for first-time buyers versus renters. Finally, we tackle the massive ripple effects of TSMC’s $40B chip plant, including the ambitious...
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Ep. 188 - Mesa’s Site 17 Revival & How ASU Sports Fuel Arizona’s Economy
Neighborhood Ventures Podcast
In this episode, we explore two powerful forces shaping the Valley’s future. First, Mesa’s long-vacant Site 17 is finally moving forward with Culdesac’s visionary plans for a walkable, mixed-use community—nearly 1,000 new homes plus retail and lifestyle amenities designed to redefine downtown Mesa. Then we shift to Tempe, where ASU athletics generated nearly $100M in GDP impact last season alone, with football driving more than half. We unpack what that means for local businesses, Tempe’s growth, and the broader Phoenix economy—plus a look at GCU’s rise and how university sports...
info_outlineIn this episode of Multifamily Masterclass, host Bart Diehl is joined by Heidi Butler and Jamison Manwaring to break down the latest trends in multifamily supply and demand.
We analyze market absorption rates, the impact of rising interest rates on rental demand, and why affordable housing remains a critical issue in Arizona.
Looking ahead to 2025, we discuss how the new administration’s economic policies—especially interest rate shifts—will influence multifamily investments and development. With a sharp decline in new supply and steady rent growth on the horizon, we explore why now could be a prime moment for multifamily owners.