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Boutique Apartment Building Development with Katie Neason
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This week we’re talking about something that’s catching a lot of attention lately: boutique apartment developments — and we’ve got the perfect guest to walk us through it.
Fresh off a property tour in Calgary, it’s clear the buzz around real estate development isn’t slowing down. But while the spotlight often lands on massive high-rises or big infill conversions, there’s a quieter strategy gaining serious momentum — and it’s all about building intentionally-designed, small-scale apartment buildings that actually fit into the communities they’re in.
We’re talking about those 6–10 unit apartment builds that are popping up more and more — the kind that solve housing supply issues while still delivering solid returns.
Joining us today is Katie Neason, founder of Rookie Redeveloper — a real estate developer, investor, and educator who’s made a name for herself by building boutique-style multifamily projects that blend smart design, solid numbers, and a deep understanding of what today’s neighborhoods need.
In this episode, we get into:
- What goes into planning and financing a boutique apartment build
- Real timelines you should expect (not just the ones on paper)
- How to analyze whether a site is actually a good fit for development
- Katie’s strategy for deciding when to hold vs. sell
- And why small-scale doesn’t mean small profits
Katie brings a super down-to-earth perspective and breaks down the real steps it takes to move from single-family flips to purpose-built multifamily — without needing to be a big-time developer to get started. If you’re curious about multi-unit infill, want to build smarter in today’s market, or just need a push to look at development differently — this one’s a must-listen.
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