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Living

A full-lifecycle platform for maximum value
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The living sector is evolving fast, shaped by a rapid evolution in demographic trends, lifestyle demands and investor appetite. 

We guide developers, investors, and asset managers to find value in every corner of the residential market, from city apartments to student and retirement living. 

Our team is with you for the whole journey, including finding the right site and planning development to managing operations and making a successful sale. We blend sharp financial insight with a solid grasp of Germany's unique regulations. 

With deep market knowledge of both major cities and up-and-coming areas, we help you spot opportunities and create housing that works for everyone.

Ready to advance your multifamily strategy? Contact us today. 

What Sets Us Apart

Full-Lifecycle Expertise

We guide clients through every phase of asset ownership, from development sites and acquisitions to optimising operations and strategic exits. This ensures immediate decisions align with long-term value creation, helping each property reach its full potential.

Living Sector Specialists

Our teams have specialised knowledge across diverse residential categories including build-to-let, student accommodation, micro-living, and retirement housing. We understand the unique requirements of each segment, helping clients stay ahead of shifting demand patterns.

Data-Led, Human-Centered

We combine proprietary research and market intelligence with a focus on resident satisfaction. This blend of analytics and tenant-centric thinking helps clients create environments that drive both strong financial performance and high retention rates.

Invested in Performance

We bring financial discipline and performance-focused strategies to every investment decision. Our focus on operational efficiency and optimal exit timing supports stable cash flows and attractive risk-adjusted returns for our clients' residential portfolios.

Sustainability in Practice

With growing demand for sustainable living, ESG integration is essential to asset value. We help clients implement energy-efficient systems, achieve green certifications, and develop sustainability programs that reduce operating costs and future-proof assets.

Services

Our Services



Capital Markets


Our Capital Markets team connects residential investors with active capital sources across Germany. We structure transactions that align with investor objectives, from portfolio acquisitions to individual asset sales, leveraging our extensive network to optimise your investment strategy.

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Agency Leasing


Our specialists maximise rental income and minimise void periods for residential portfolios. We develop targeted marketing, vet tenants thoroughly, and negotiate terms to ensure strong occupancy and revenue optimisation through all market cycles.

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Asset Services


Our teams deliver expert property management and strategic oversight for residential portfolios. We manage daily operations, tenant relations, and financial reporting while implementing value-add initiatives to improve property performance and tenant satisfaction. 

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Valuation & Advisory


Our professionals provide certified appraisals and strategic advisory for residential assets across Germany. We deliver market-based valuations compliant with German and international standards to support your acquisition, financing, and reporting needs.

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Project & Development Services


Our specialists guide residential development projects from concept to completion. We provide cost management, schedule oversight, and quality control to ensure your development is delivered on time, within budget, and positioned for market success.

Learn more about our project development services

Energy & Sustainability Services


Our consultants help residential owners navigate Germany's energy regulations. We develop decarbonisation roadmaps and implement energy-efficient retrofits to reduce operating costs while meeting tenant expectations and regulatory requirements. 

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Specialisation

Industry Expertise



Multifamily Properties


Germany's multifamily sector is a cornerstone of real estate investment. We help owners and investors optimise performance across diverse portfolios, from landmark urban properties to value-add opportunities in secondary markets. Our services include rent optimisation and operational improvements.

Student Accommodation


Germany's large student population drives demand for purpose-built accommodation. We advise universities, developers, and investors on site selection, development feasibility, and operational strategies that meet student needs and investor objectives.

Senior Living


Germany's ageing population creates demand for retirement housing. We advise on independent living, assisted living, and care facilities. Our services help investors develop and manage properties that deliver quality care while achieving financial sustainability. 

Co-Living


Build-to-let is an emerging opportunity in Germany. We guide investors through site identification, development, and launch for purpose-built rental communities. Our approach drives occupancy and supports premium pricing in competitive markets. 

Team

Jan-Bastian Knod | Cushman & Wakefield
Jan-Bastian Knod

International Partner, Head of Residential Investment Germany, Head of Healthcare Advisory, Capital Markets
Frankfurt am Main, Germany

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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer comprehensive services across the residential real estate spectrum, including investment advisory, property management, lettings, valuation, development consulting, and sustainability services. Our expertise spans multifamily properties, student accommodation, retirement housing, build-to-let developments, and micro-living concepts. We support clients throughout the asset lifecycle, from acquisition strategy and development oversight through operational optimisation and disposal, ensuring each property achieves its performance potential within the regulatory framework in Germany.

Germany's residential sector operates within a framework of tenant protection laws, rent control mechanisms, and energy efficiency requirements. We provide strategic guidance on compliance with Mietpreisbremse, modernisation cost pass-through provisions, and GEG requirements. Our teams monitor regulatory developments across federal and state levels, helping investors structure transactions, manage operations, and implement capital improvements that balance regulatory compliance with financial performance objectives.

The multifamily sector continues to attract institutional capital due to stable demand fundamentals, including urbanisation trends, household formation patterns, and lower homeownership rates compared to other European markets. While regulatory considerations require careful navigation, opportunities exist in value-add repositioning, new development in high-growth markets, and portfolio optimisation. Our market research and transaction experience provide clients with current intelligence on pricing trends and capital flows across diverse residential markets.

We enhance residential portfolio performance through targeted strategies including rent optimisation within regulatory parameters, operational efficiency improvements, tenant retention programmes, strategic capital expenditure planning, and sustainability initiatives. Our approach combines property-level management excellence with portfolio-wide strategic oversight, leveraging data analytics and market intelligence to identify value-creation opportunities. We provide transparent financial reporting and performance benchmarking that supports informed decision-making for residential investors. 

Sustainability has become central to residential asset value, driven by stringent energy regulations, tenant preferences, and investor ESG commitments. We help clients navigate requirements including energy performance certificates (Energieausweis), implement cost-effective efficiency improvements, achieve certification standards, and develop sustainability programmes that enhance marketability. Our energy and sustainability specialists create roadmaps for decarbonisation that balance regulatory compliance, capital investment, and financial returns while positioning assets for long-term competitiveness. 

Our project and development services team provides comprehensive support from initial feasibility analysis through construction completion and let-up. We offer site evaluation, development planning, cost management, contractor selection and oversight, schedule management, quality control, and market positioning strategies. Our approach integrates local market knowledge, regulatory expertise, and construction management capabilities to deliver residential projects on time, within budget, and positioned for operational success in Germany's competitive rental markets.

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