Fairstead

About Fairstead

Fairstead is a real estate operator headquartered in NY, United States.

Fairstead was founded in 2014 and incorporated as an LLC in July 2014 . It is a national, vertically integrated real estate developer. The firm manages over 24,000 residential units across 28 states and impacts more than 40,000 residents . Its operations include acquisitions, development, design, construction, property and asset management, plus in‑house capital markets, sustainability, community impact, leasing, marketing, and resident services . Since inception, Fairstead has acquired, developed or preserved more than $4 billion in multifamily assets and currently maintains a pipeline of approximately $2.3 billion . It recently secured a $500 million equity commitment to expand its portfolio, enhance prop‑tech and sustainability initiatives, and scale its resident community impact programs. Fairstead’s primary focus areas are sustainable, high‑quality housing across affordable, workforce, and market‑rate segments, with a strong emphasis on social, environmental, and technological innovation.

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