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Student Housing Hits Record $1,120/Bed Rents Ahead of Fall 2026 Leasing

University-adjacent multifamily commands premium rents and 98% pre-lease rates

February 22, 2026|2 min read

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Purpose-built student housing is achieving record rents of $1,120 per bed, with top-tier university markets like Austin, Gainesville, and Tuscaloosa hitting 98% pre-lease rates for Fall 2026 occupancy.

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Student Housing Hits Record $1,120/Bed Rents Ahead of Fall 2026 Leasing

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