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Living Sectors

As a global leader in the Living Sectors, Knight Frank specialises in the provision on end-to-end solutions across Build-to-rent, Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), Co-Living and Affordable Housing for our clients. Leveraging our first-class capital markets platform, we not only offer our clients access to the most competitive capital (debt and equity) but also front-end analytical services, financial structuring and feasibility analysis, property management and valuation advisory.

We are passionately committed to the global expansion of all Living Sector asset classes focused on driving real value for our clients in a dynamic property market. We provide expert local in-market knowledge, sector-specific expertise, access to private and institutional capital (on and off-shore) and ability to execute complex transaction through structured transaction.

Our Specialisations:

  • Build-to-Rent and Purpose built student accommodation
    In the midst of growing demand for high quality rental properties and an evolving preference for flexible and amenity-rich living spaces, Build-to-Rent has emerged as a key solution to address these trends. At Knight Frank we recognise the immense potential of this sector and are committed to capitalising on the opportunities it offers. Our team is equipped with in-depth market knowledge and extensive experience supporting clients at every stage of the development and investment lifecycle.
  • Data Centres
    Data centres are the backbone of modern technology, supporting the storage, processing and distribution of vast amounts of digital information. As the world becomes increasingly connected and data-driven, the demand for robust and reliable data centre facilities continues to grow. At Knight frank, we recognise the unique requirements of data centre operators, technology companies and investors in this specialised field.
  • Self-Storage
  • Single Family Housing
  • Education
  • Agriculture and Renewables

Valuation Advisory

Our national team consisting of specialists across the Living Sectors offer our clients a unique insight in the emerging trends in Build-to-Rent, Purpose Build Student Accommodation (PBSA), Co-Living and Affordable Housing. Whether you are a landowner, developer, investor or banking service we offer tailored best-in-class valuation advisory services focused on facilitating your fundamental objectives.

Structure Transactions and Advisory Services

With the emergence of the Living Sectors in Australia, developers, investors and landowners are seeking more than just brokerage services.  Our team of experts a best placed to provide in-depth market knowledge, feasibility advice, complex development structuring and execution capabilities providing a full-service end-to-end solution for our client. Our team specialise in advising on complex structures such as Forward Funding, Joint Venture, Fund Thorough or Take Out

Acquisitions and Disposals

As the market leader in the acquisition and disposition of Alternative Investment properties, we use deep market intelligence, transaction expertise, trusted relationships and seamless execution to anticipate trends, command capital and maximise returns for our clients.

Capital Markets

With a truly global platform, Knight Frank is a clear leader in the Living Sectors with unmatched access to European, US Middle Eastern and Asian capital markets. Leveraging the strength of our global Residential brand, Knight Frank is best placed to offer our client unique access to the most Active Capital (hyperlink to Active Capital report) and cross-border activity. We are at the forefront of global capital flows in both debt and equity connecting our clients to the right capital focused on sustainable long-term partnerships.