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Lawson Companies

201–500 employees 16 principals

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About Lawson Companies

Lawson Companies is a real estate operator. Lawson Companies operates in Lynchburg, Virginia, Richmond, Virginia and Virginia Beach - Norfolk - Hampton Roads, Virginia. Its investment focus is on Affordable Housing, LIHTC and Multifamily - Core.

​The Lawson Companies is a privately held real estate firm based in Norfolk, Virginia, operating since 1972. With over 50 years in the industry, Lawson manages approximately 5,500 apartment units across Virginia and has around 1,200 units currently in development .​ The company specializes in the development, construction, and management of multifamily housing, focusing on affordable housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects, market-rate apartments, and senior housing for individuals aged 55 and older . Lawson's vertically integrated model allows it to oversee projects from land acquisition through to property management.​

Principals at Lawson Companies

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Lawson Companies's project portfolio

9 projects on file · Multifamily (9)

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Markets and themes

Markets Lawson Companies operates in

  • Lynchburg, Virginia
  • Richmond, Virginia
  • Virginia Beach - Norfolk - Hampton Roads, Virginia
  • Washington DC

Investment themes at Lawson Companies

  • Affordable Housing
  • LIHTC
  • Multifamily - Core
  • Multifamily - Ground-up
  • Senior Housing
  • Single-family rental

Capabilities

  • AIM Attendee
  • Asset Management
  • Construction Management
  • Custom Homes
  • Sustainability

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Frequently asked questions about Lawson Companies

What does Lawson Companies do?
​The Lawson Companies is a privately held real estate firm based in Norfolk, Virginia, operating since 1972.
What markets does Lawson Companies operate in?
Lawson Companies is active in Lynchburg, Virginia, Richmond, Virginia, Virginia Beach - Norfolk - Hampton Roads, Virginia, and Washington DC.
How many employees does Lawson Companies have?
Lawson Companies has 201–500 employees.
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Lawson Companies at a glance

Tier
Established
Operator type
Developer, Owner
Headcount
201–500
Units owned
5,000-10,000
Units managed
5,000-10,000
Property mgmt
Self-Managed
Markets
4
Principals
16

Contact Lawson Companies

150 West Main Street, Suite 1650 Norfolk, VA 23510
lawsoncompanies.com