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Preston Development Company

11–50 employees 4 principals

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Last updated 4w ago

About Preston Development Company

Preston Development Company is a real estate operator. Preston Development Company operates in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (Research Triangle Park - RTP) and Wilmington, North Carolina. Its investment focus is on Marinas, Single-Family Homes and Standalone Retail.

Preston Development Company was founded in 1991 by Tim Smith and Julian “Bubba” Rawl. The business has been operating for over 30 years in the Raleigh-Durham / Research Triangle region of North Carolina. It has developed more than 15,000 lots in the Triangle area. Its residential portfolio includes over 20,000 homes built in projects ranging from single-family homes to townhomes and build-on-your-own lot opportunities. On the commercial side, Preston handles mixed-use, retail, and office developments. Its commercial retail portfolio includes centers such as Southport Marina, The Arboretum at Weston, Preston Walk, Preston Corners, and Penguin Place. One of its largest ongoing projects is the Chatham Park master planned community, expected to feature over 22,000 homes and 22 million square feet of retail and office space when complete.

Principals at Preston Development Company

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Preston Development Company's project portfolio

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Markets and themes

Markets Preston Development Company operates in

  • Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (Research Triangle Park - RTP)
  • Wilmington, North Carolina

Investment themes at Preston Development Company

  • Marinas
  • Single-Family Homes
  • Standalone Retail

Capabilities

  • Asset Management
  • Construction Management
  • Custom Homes
  • Economic Development
  • Mixed Use
  • Public-private partnerships
  • Site Development
  • Sustainability

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Frequently asked questions about Preston Development Company

What does Preston Development Company do?
Preston Development Company was founded in 1991 by Tim Smith and Julian “Bubba” Rawl.
What markets does Preston Development Company operate in?
Preston Development Company is active in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (Research Triangle Park - RTP) and Wilmington, North Carolina.
How many employees does Preston Development Company have?
Preston Development Company has 11–50 employees.
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Preston Development Company at a glance

Tier
Established
Operator type
Developer, Owner
Headcount
11–50
Units owned
10,000-25,000
Units managed
10,000-25,000
Property mgmt
Self-Managed
Markets
2
Principals
4

Contact Preston Development Company

105 Weston Estates Way Cary, NC 27513
www.prestondev.com