Innovative Multifamily Redevelopments: Insights on Key Projects and Market Trends
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Innovative Multifamily Redevelopments: Insights on Key Projects and Market Trends

E86 • Jul 26, 2025 • 8 mins

In this episode, Sandy MacKay explores recent multifamily real estate developments, starting with Hullmark's acquisition of the Jane Finch Mall and their vision for its redevelopment. The discussion moves to KRP Properties' innovative approach of converting office spaces into residential apartments in Kanata North, offering insights into the potential benefits and challenges of such projects. Sandy also covers the approval of a multifamily housing project in Jamaica Plain, examining its expected impact on the local community and housing market. The episode provides a comprehensive overview of these significant developments in the multifamily sector.

Key Points

  • Hullmark's acquisition of a minority stake in Toronto's Jane Finch Mall property marks the beginning of a significant multi-phased, mixed-use redevelopment that will include housing, retail, and community amenities over a 15 to 20-year period.
  • KRP Properties is converting a 10-storey office tower into approximately 115 residential apartments in Kanata North business park, integrating advanced technology and sustainability features to meet the rising demand for housing.
  • Boston Real Estate Capital's new multifamily housing project on Washington Street in Jamaica Plain will transform an existing auto body shop and gas station into two residential buildings with a focus on sustainability, creating around 235 jobs during construction and 17 permanent positions.
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