In The News: Construction Begins at the Lusso Site in Italian Village

Work has officially begun at an eight-acre site on the northern edge of Italian Village. The property will soon transform from an industrial lot to “Lusso”, a 255-unit apartment and townhome community. The project is a collaboration between local development firms Homestead Companies and The Lykens Company.

“Lusso will bring a new energy to Italian Village,” stated Dave Anderson, Founder, and CEO of Homestead. “Residents will be within walking distance to notable dining and nightlife destinations including Budd Dairy, Fox and the Snow, and 7th Son Brewing. It will cater to young professionals but also have offerings for established professionals who want to continue downtown living.”

The developers boast that the project is located on the largest remaining plot of undeveloped land in the neighborhood, and will include the largest clubhouse amenities with over 3/4 of an acre dedicated to interior and exterior community space that includes a fitness center, sauna, pool and lounge.

Lusso was first announced back in September of 2020 and the first phases received conditional approvals in March of 2021. The project is the latest to break ground along Fifth Avenue with several others currently under construction nearby, including 4th & 5th, Crossline, and the second phase of Crossline. Once fully completed, these development projects and others nearby will add over 3,000 new residents to Weinland Park, Italian Village, and the University District along this 1.5-mile stretch of Fifth Avenue.

Leasing at Lusso is expected to begin in early 2023 with the first units available for move-in during the fall of 2023.

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Monthly Trivia - National School Photo Day!

We took a trip down memory lane for National School Photo day! All photos were hung up in the home office for everyone to view and guess who’s who. Winner received a Starbucks gift card!

Congrats to Qian Zheng for winning September’s Trivia!

Left to right: Donna Stage, Doug Falor, Emily Jones, Garry Kimber, Greg Burchwell, Jennifer Radcliffe, Love Proctor, Marykate Kramer, Matt Canterbury, Penny Ritz, Qiletha Caston, Qian Zheng, Ryan McGahan, Steve Wright, Leisha Maynard, Sandra Millwater, Steve Turner, Lisa Mosley, TJ Manfrass, Dave Anderson, Eve Detter, Halle Hunter, Makenzee Green, Megan Williams

OSU Food Truck Tailgate

The Home Office kicked Labor Day weekend off with an Ohio State vs Notre Dame tailgate with the Paddy Wagon food truck, backyard games, and some famous chocolate Buckeyes. We had a great time getting all the departments together for some fun team bonding!

Columbus folks - If you’re hungry for some delicious food, we highly recommend checking out Paddy Wagon!

HU Portfolio Hits a Record 96% Preleased

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It was another successful year for the HU teams! Move-ins are now in the rearview mirror and the teams begin to focus on leasing for 2023.

The portfolio had a 96% preleased average for the fall of 2022.

Shannon Latsko, Regional Manager for HU stated "this was one of the most successful leasing seasons we've had and we owe it all to the onsite teams. Providing a fantastic resident life experience throughout the year has paid off and has set us up for success in 2023."

A few notable communities that hit the 100% Club. Shout-out to...

SkyGarden - Charleston, SC
The View - State College, PA
The Valley - State College, PA
River's Edge - Athens, OH
River Annex - Athens, OH
University Village - Columbus,OH

HU August Champ Chain Winner: Todd Jessup

Please join us in congratulating our August "Turn" Champ: Todd Jessup, University Village, in Columbus, Ohio! Go BUCKS!

"Todd has not only stepped-up during turn to make sure his team is organized in leasing, shuttle, and Maintenace, but he has also stepped up tremendously this past year. He was able to overcome a HANDFUL of changes within all departments. In the midst of move-ins and move-outs this month, Todd and his team were able to hit and exceed budgeted occupancy goals for Fall 2022. They are well on their way to hitting 100% which is PHENOMENAL in the Columbus Ohio market. It has been amazing to watch the way Todd has adapted his leadership style to ensure his team is as successful as possible. I have loved working with Todd over the years and watching him from afar this past month and year and think he is ever so deserving of The August Turn Champ Chain. " - Nominated by Shannon Latsko

We are so happy to have Todd as part of our Homestead Family. He truly illustrates what it means to be a CHAMP!

Employee Spotlight: Cindy Toler

Name: Cindy Toler

Job Title: Community Manager

Community: Helix Starkville

How long have you been with Homestead? Since June 2022

What were you doing before Homestead? I was a Community Manager for a different management group at a property in Oxford, MS.

Where are you originally from? Red Banks, MS

What are your favorite hobbies? Horseback Riding and cruising with the doors off in my Jeep on favorable evenings ❤

What would you most likely tell your 13 old self? Stay future-focused. Don't let any outside people influence your dreams! You got this!

If you could have coffee with three people, dead or alive, who would it be? Jesus Christ, (I mean, who wouldn't wanna chat over coffee with Him?!) Albert Einstein, My Mom's mother - I never had a chance to meet her since she passed away before I was born.

Who is the most famous person you have ever met? Christopher O'Donnell

What is your dream vacation? Bora Bora

What is the one THING, you can't live without? Sweet Tea!!! (NO LEMON!!!)

What is your proudest moment at Homestead? Seeing how well my team really came together at Turn and rallied to me in support during the situations that arose.

What is on your retirement bucket list? Travel! Go scuba diving with my son, be totally debt free by retirement so I can breathe easy and enjoy life with my family.