Nelson Partners Student Housing

About Nelson Partners Student Housing

Nelson Partners Student Housing is a real estate operator. Nelson Partners Student Housing operates in Bozeman, Montana, Denver, Colorado and Eugene-Springfield, Oregon. Its investment focus is on Student Housing.

Nelson Partners Student Housing is a privately held U.S. real estate investment and development firm founded in 2018 by industry veteran Patrick Nelson. Headquartered to specialize exclusively in purpose-built, off-campus student housing, the company operates across major university markets nationwide, providing targeted acquisition, development, and operational oversight. The firm's operating platform encompasses comprehensive asset acquisition, capital structuring, construction management, and institutional-grade property management. Supported by an executive leadership and operations team boasting over 150 combined years of specialized student housing experience, Nelson Partners focuses on high-barrier university submarkets with strong enrollment fundamentals. As of recent portfolio figures, Nelson Partners manages more than 20 purpose-built student housing properties spanning 11 states. The company’s portfolio is tailored to enhance student living experiences through modern amenities, proximity to campus infrastructure, and rigorous on-site asset management designed to maximize long-term investment performance.

Principals at Nelson Partners Student Housing