• Student housing community totaling 122 units / 479 beds
• Walkable location directly across from WMU campus
• Two, three, and four bedroom unit mix consisting of four different floor plans with a mix of bed/bath parity and non bed/bath parity
• Built in 2001 with extensive unit renovations in 2019 and amenity space remodel in 2024/25
• Opportunity to acquire an institutional grade student housing community well below replacement cost with a history of occupancy above 90% each year
• With a location directly across from campus and a NIL deal in place with WMU athletics, a new operator has the chance to lean into this niche tenant demographic for Western Michigan Bronco athletes

The Tate on Howard

The Tate on Howard is a premier off-campus student housing community located just steps from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Positioned on the highly desirable west side of campus, the property offers investors the opportunity to acquire a large-scale, institutional-quality asset in one of WMU’s strongest student housing submarkets. The community features a mix of furnished and unfurnished units, each equipped with in-unit washer and dryers and a flat-screen TV for every resident, catering to modern student expectations and supporting strong leasing demand.

Situated in an A+ location, The Tate on Howard delivers a comprehensive amenity package designed to enhance resident experience and retention. Community amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, fully equipped fitness center, dedicated study lounges, coffee bar, dog park, and secured access throughout the property. With its walkable proximity to campus, robust amenity offering, and student-focused design, The Tate on Howard represents a compelling investment opportunity in a stable, high-demand university market.

Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is a major public research university in Kalamazoo, Michigan, known for its commitment to academic excellence, applied learning, and innovation. Serving a student population of more than 17,000, WMU offers over 250 degree programs spanning undergraduate, graduate, and professional disciplines across eight nationally recognized colleges. The university emphasizes experiential education, integrating classroom instruction with research, internships, and industry partnerships that prepare students for careers in a wide range of fields.

WMU’s strong academic reputation is supported by modern facilities, active research initiatives, and close collaboration with regional employers and organizations. The university’s location in Kalamazoo also provides students access to a growing regional economy, cultural amenities, and internship opportunities, reinforcing WMU’s role as a key educational and economic driver in West Michigan.