Month: September 2019

Newswire – September 30, 2019. Wood Partners, a national leader in multi-family real estate development and acquisition, announced earlier today the grand opening of its new luxury residential community – Alta 289 – in Plano, Texas.

Located at 7950 Preston Road, Alta 289 offers an elevated lifestyle, combining easy access to one of the nation’s fastest-growing job markets with a supremely appointed residential community.

“We are excited to be opening Alta 289 in Plano, one of the most desirable, family-friendly and safest cities in the U.S.,” said Ryan Miller, Managing Director for Wood Partners. “This community has everything you could need within a short drive, including thousands of job opportunities, great schools, numerous restaurants, abundant shopping and tons of outdoor activities.”

Alta 289’s central location gives residents a quiet refuge to recharge, just minutes from several major thoroughfares, including the Sam Rayburn Tollway, the Dallas North Tollway, and the President George Bush Turnpike. Tens of thousands of jobs and a number of major employers, including Liberty Mutual, JP Morgan Chase, FedEx and the new U.S. Headquarters for Toyota, are within a few miles of Alta 289, providing short commute times between home and work. Well-furnished co-working spaces and a private conference room are also available for resident use.

Steps from the new community, Legacy West is a new $2 billion mixed-use development that, when combined with the nearby Stonebriar Center and The Shops at Legacy, offers Alta 289 residents plentiful dining and retail options. Residents will also have quick access to Dr. Pepper Ballpark to watch the Frisco RoughRiders, just two miles away.

With more than an acre of outdoor space, including a large dog park, reserved for Alta 289 residents, the community features the highest finishes available in the submarket. A spacious pool with tanning deck and in-water seating provide a resort-style atmosphere. The large courtyard area, with an outdoor kitchen space and shaded terrace, is primed for entertaining friends and socializing with neighbors. The 24/7 athletic center has top-of-the-line Precor equipment, and Alta 289 is also central to a number of fitness options, including Crossfit, Pilates and Orangetheory locations.

Each home offers upscale finishes, including modern kitchens with quartz countertops, tile backsplashes and Energy Star stainless-steel appliances. Full-size washers and dryers are in each unit, along with premium, wood-style flooring and walk-in closets, in addition to spacious en-suite master bathrooms.

Alta 289 offers 288 units with custom-designed floor one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans. Leasing is currently underway.

Newswire – September 19, 2019. Wood Partners, a national leader in multi-family real estate development and acquisition, announced today that it has begun pre-leasing for a new luxury residential community – Lake House by Alta – in Orlando, Florida.

The new community, located at 7600 Majorca Place, is situated on a 7.38-acre site half-a-mile west of Interstate 4 near the intersection of Sand Lake Road and Turkey Lake Road in the affluent Doctor Phillips suburb of Orlando. Lake House by Alta will introduce 299 new luxury rental units to the area in a five-story residential community, offering a luxurious living experience in an easy-to-access, premier location.

“Lake House by Alta will feature top-of-market unit finishes and best-in-class community amenities in a one-of-a-kind lakefront location,” said Bryan Borland, Managing Director for Wood Partners. “The community was thoughtfully designed to create a comfortable, refined, and unique resident experience.”

Lake House by Alta is nestled among abundant social and professional offerings. Orlando’s famed “Restaurant Row” is just steps away, offering more than 200 restaurants featuring a wide range of cuisines, including Hawaiian-Japanese fusion, traditional Turkish and upscale Italian and Mexican, in addition to premier steakhouses and seafood restaurants.

For those who prefer cooking at home, the site is convenient to Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s, and two Publix locations off Sand Lake Road – all within two miles. Additionally, Sprouts Farmers Market recently announced plans to open a new store on Turkey Lake Road, directly across the street.

Sand Lake Road also features an array of luxury spas, fitness studios and boutique shops in addition to the nearby Mall at Millenia, which offers a go-to place for designer wares.

Future residents working at one of the area’s numerous major employers – including Lockheed Martin, Universal Studios Orlando, and the Orange County Convention Center – will be able to reduce their commute and instead spend their time recharging in the Lake House by Alta amenities. Moreover, the community’s flexible workspaces will give residents comfortable options if they work from home.

The new residences offer cosmopolitan amenities in a community-centered living space. These include high-tech fitness club with a virtual training room; 24/7 Luxer package room with dry cleaning lockers and cold storage for grocery deliveries; three open courtyards featuring a multi-purpose game lawn, putting green, fire pit and hammock grove; plus a leash-free pet park and pet wash.

Additionally, Lake House by Alta features a lakeside saltwater pool with a covered pool pavilion, poolside cabanas, grilling areas, and a pizza oven accompanying spacious outdoor dining and lounge seating areas.

Each open-concept unit features high-end finishes to include low-profile stainless steel kitchen appliances, kitchen tile backsplashes, upgraded granite countertops in kitchens and baths, spacious walk-in closets, soft-close cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting and balconies with picturesque lake views. A resort-style lobby area, covered parking deck, and ride-share waiting area further enhance the Lake House by Alta experience for residents.

Pre-leasing has begun at Lake House by Alta and units will be available in December 2019. The community’s 299 units are a combination of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans. Lake House by Alta is one of three projects currently under construction by Wood Partners in Orlando, with three more slated to start before the end of the year.

Newswire – September 9, 2019. Wood Partners, a national leader in multi-family real estate development and acquisition, announced the grand opening of its newest luxury residential community – Alta Waverly – in Oakland, California.

Providing brand new and contemporary living with street-level retail in Oakland, Alta Waverly is located at 2302 Valdez Street. Located near the Downtown, Uptown, Lake Merritt and Grand Lake districts of Oakland, as well as a short distance to the 19^th Street BART station for quick travel into San Francisco and throughout the Bay Area, Alta Waverly is in the epicenter of Oakland’s most desirable neighborhoods.

“Oakland is in a period of exponential expansion,” said Julia Wilk, Managing Director for Wood Partners. “We are thrilled to bring Alta Waverly online in a strategic neighborhood that provides future renters with not only proximity to Oakland’s vibrant night life and restaurant scene, but in a location that provides endless opportunity for renters to access competitive job opportunities.”

A wide variety of employers in a range of industries nearby give Alta Waverly’s residents access to the economic potential and high profile jobs located in the market, while providing residents with best-in-class amenities. Additionally, the community is part of The Block at Valdez, a 46,500 square-foot offering of walkable retail space on Valdez Street from 23^rd to 24^th Streets, that ties the bustling vibrancy of Uptown to the community-driven charm of the Lake Merritt neighborhood.

Alta Waverly’s impressive rooftop terrace features a TV lounge, barbecue station, dog run, fireplace, heated benches and community garden with view of the Oakland Hills and beyond. Additional community amenities including a DIY Maker Space, clubroom, fitness center with yoga studio and local art programming in partnership with local artists, demonstrate Alta Waverly’s commitment to fostering a unique, modern living experience in Oakland. Residents will also have access to a shared electric car as part of the community’s exclusive programming.

The new residential community is an unrivaled multifamily residence, boasting high-quality interior amenities. All apartment homes include modern cabinetry and fixtures, stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, in-unit washer and dryer, and hard-surface flooring throughout.

Alta Waverly totals 196 units, featuring studios, one- and two-bedroom units. This is the eighth property for Wood Partners in Northern California and the fourth in Oakland.

Newswire – August 27, 2019. Wood Partners, a national leader in multi-family real estate development, announced today the grand opening of its newest luxury residential community – Valentina by Alta – in San Diego, California.

Located at 1919 Pacific Highway, the new community is in the heart of Little Italy, San Diego’s most desirable downtown neighborhood. Valentina by Alta features unobstructed views of the San Diego Bay and sunsets over Point Loma from the luxurious apartment homes and amenities.

“Little Italy is rightfully the chicest neighborhood in San Diego, with upscale restaurants, cocktail lounges and boutiques, in addition to the popular farmers market, filled with artisanal foods and goods, all within walking distance from Valentina,” said Yael Suneson, Vice President for Development for Wood Partners. “Downtown San Diego has seen significant transformation over the past few years, and we are proud to open Valentina by Alta in an unparalleled location.”

Valentina by Alta’s prime setting also offers residents access to outdoor and cultural activities in Waterfront Park and the Embarcadero, just steps from the community’s front door. With San Diego’s well-deserved reputation for sunny weather, the community allows for an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round.

The San Diego Metropolitan Area is experiencing continued economic growth, from high-profile employers in the biotechnology and life sciences, higher education, healthcare, tech and startup, and military and defense fields. Valentina by Alta is poised to offer a five-star experience to residents of the area.

Valentina by Alta is a pet-friendly community, totaling 110 units comprised of studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans and penthouse homes, many with unobstructed views of the bay from expansive private balconies. The open-concept units feature refined, modern finishes in a selection of ‘Surf’ and ‘Sand’ themes that will provide residents with a rejuvenating retreat at the end of each day. The premier apartment homes may also include foyers, gas ranges, oversized kitchen islands, walk-in spa showers, and in-home full-size washer and dryers to provide A-class living.

Valentina’s thoughtful community amenities include a resort-style pool overlooking the bay with a pool house and cabana for socializing and community events, an on-site gym with separate yoga studio and planned group fitness classes, a resident parlor and salon, serving as hubs for residents and their neighbors, and both a bay and sky terrace with sweeping water views. Bike and surfboard storage provide a secure space for residents’ outdoor toys.

Valentina by Alta joins a list of five properties managed or development by Wood Partners in California and is the second community in San Diego.