Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer and operator specializing in premier rental communities across the U.S., today announced the groundbreaking of Modera Lacey, a garden-style community spanning 26 acres in suburban Olympia, approximately 60 miles south of Seattle. 

Situated on the backdrop of intricately manicured open space and several walking paths, the expansive community will feature 362 apartment homes across 14 residential buildings and eight carriage buildings. First homes are scheduled to be delivered in early 2023.  

“The Olympia market, and Lacey submarket in particular, are underrated and serve as an attractive destination for many renters,” said Steve Yoon, managing director of development in Seattle for Mill Creek Residential. “The Thurston County population continues to grow, and with its proximity to all major attractions within the south Puget Sound and the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Air Force base, this area is generally regarded among the most desirable places to live within Washington. We look forward to joining the community and offering a first-class living experience.” 

Lacey is located along Interstate 5, between Olympia and Tacoma, and on the western edge of the Cascade Mountains. The city was rated No. 75 by Money Magazine’s 2019 list of Best Places to Live, with high-performing schools, plentiful neighborhood retail, hiking and biking trails, densely-forested parklands and a 3,700-acre wildlife refuge nearby.

Modera Lacey will offer spacious studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes with an average size of 893 square feet. Community amenities will include a resident clubhouse, co-working spaces, outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, game room, theater room, coffee bar, onsite dog park, pet spa and an outdoor deck with picnic tables and barbecue area. The community will also offer an indoor basketball court and a state-of-the-art fitness center with cardio equipment, individual TVs and a yoga/Crossfit studio. Residents will also have access to digital package lockers, onsite carports, dedicated bike storage and additional storage options. 

Apartment interiors will feature wood plank-style flooring, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, upgraded fixtures, pendant lighting, large bedroom closets and private patios or balconies.

Modera Lacey marks Mill Creek’s first development in the Thurston County submarket, although the company has developed several communities in Puget Sound. Past and current developments include Modera Broadway, Modera Overlake, Modera Redmond and Modera South Lake Union. 

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer and operator specializing in premier rental communities across the U.S., was ranked No. 1 in the 2021 edition of the ORA Power Rankings powered by J Turner Research. The rankings are based on the company’s portfolio-wide online reputation assessment (ORA) and serve as the industry standard to measure how a company is perceived online.

Mill Creek accrued an 82.56 ORA score, which was best in J Turner’s wide-ranging Division II tier, which includes operators that oversee 20,000 to 33,107 apartment homes. According to J Turner Research, the average score of companies in this group is 68.93. 

“This honor is a tribute to our wonderful onsite teams, who always aim to provide our residents with a quintessential Mill Creek experience and go beyond traditional service levels,” said William C. MacDonald, chief executive officer and president of Mill Creek Residential. “We are humbled by the recognition, which is even more meaningful after one of the most challenging years ever experienced by the industry and the world in general. We cannot overstate how proud we are of our teams, which often had to work with constricted staffing and resources due to social-distancing measures, and continued to provide support for our residents.” 

Mill Creek finished No. 2 in the rankings last year with an ORA score of 80.58 and increased its score by nearly two points this year to capture the top spot in Division II. The ORA score is an aggregate compilation of a property’s ratings across various review sites and ILSs. As part of the process, J Turner Research monitors the online ratings of more than 123,000 properties nationwide and assigns a single-score ranking of 0 to 100 to each property.

Mill Creek’s top performing community was Modera Framingham (Framingham, Mass.), which boasted an ORA score of 94. Modera Framingham, which features 270 apartment homes and is located in the Central Business District of Framingham, began leasing in 2020. The community was included in J Turner Research’s Elite 1% ORA Properties for 2020, released earlier this year.  

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer and operator specializing in premier rental communities across the U.S., today announced the start of preleasing at Modera Founders Row and Verso Founders Row, two distinct apartment communities that are part of Founders Row, a mixed-use lifestyle center in the heart of Falls Church. 

Modera Founders Row, a luxury market-rate community, features 322 apartment homes and a vast array of contemporary amenities. Verso Founders Row is a 72-home age-restricted community dedicated to individuals 55 years and older and features an exclusive set of amenities, although Verso residents will have access to the amenity spaces at both communities. Situated at the intersection of West Broad and North West Streets about 10 miles west of Washington, D.C., Founders Row also includes 80,000 square feet of luxury retail space. 

Move-ins for Modera Founders Row are anticipated for fall, while first move-ins for Verso Founders Row are slated for winter. 

“The combination of well-appointed apartment homes, boutique onsite retail options and a charismatic location will make Modera Founders Row and Verso Founders Row part of a true destination community,” said Joe Muffler, managing director of development for Mill Creek Residential. “This will be a benchmark development for Mill Creek, and we look forward to welcoming our first residents and offering an unmatched living experience in the area. Founders Row will have a little bit of everything.”

Located at 110 Founders Avenue, the location is anchored in the heart of the City of Falls Church, a charming and bucolic inside-the-Beltway suburb of Washington, D.C. Situated on two square miles of land in northern Virginia, Falls Church features a thriving school system and an active arts and cultural presence, including the Falls Church Farmers Market. 

While Modera and Verso Founders Row residents will be able to enjoy a wide variety of activities onsite and within steps of the community, they will also benefit from direct access to the Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) trail, a paved 45-mile rail trail that extends through northern Virginia and is located directly adjacent the site. The community also sits less than a mile from the Orange Line of the Washington Metro system, and is a short drive from Downtown Washington, D.C. and the vibrant Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor in Arlington, Va.  

Apartment homes at Modera Founders Row include studio, one- and two-bedroom homes with den/office and loft layouts available. Shared community amenities include a resort-inspired pool with sundeck, club-quality fitness center, expansive resident clubhouse with connected work-from-home business center, gourmet coffee bar, outdoor courtyards, private event space with demonstration kitchen, game room, pet spa and dog park and complimentary WIFi in amenity spaces. Residents will also have access to controlled-access garage parking, self-serve package lockers, bike lockers and additional storage units. Verso Founders Row, which offers one- and two-bedroom homes, will feature an additional community room, fitness center and rooftop deck retreat dedicated exclusively to those residents.

Boasting an average size of 940 square feet, Modera Founders Row apartment homes include keyless entry, elevated 9-foot ceilings, wood plank-style flooring, stainless steel Energy Star appliances, quartz countertops, under-cabinet kitchen lighting, moveable kitchen islands and full-size stackable washers and dryers. Select homes will offer private balconies, built-in shelving and upgraded finishes, including wine refrigerators, towel warmers and backlit bathroom mirrors. Homes at Verso Founders Row will be delivered with similar features, and also include a separate wine fridge and heated towel racks in bathrooms. 

The ample retail space at Founders Row includes room for a luxury movie theater, upscale restaurants and boutique shops. To inquire about available retail space, please contact Chris Wilkinson, vice president of retail leasing at JBG Smith. He can be reached at 301-657-7321 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer and operator specializing in premier rental communities across the U.S., today announced the start of preleasing at Modera Founders Row and Verso Founders Row, two distinct apartment communities that are part of Founders Row, a mixed-use lifestyle center in the heart of Falls Church. 

Modera Founders Row, a luxury market-rate community, features 322 apartment homes and a vast array of contemporary amenities. Verso Founders Row is a 72-home age-restricted community dedicated to individuals 55 years and older and features an exclusive set of amenities, although Verso residents will have access to the amenity spaces at both communities. Situated at the intersection of West Broad and North West Streets about 10 miles west of Washington, D.C., Founders Row also includes 80,000 square feet of luxury retail space. 

Move-ins for Modera Founders Row are anticipated for fall, while first move-ins for Verso Founders Row are slated for winter. 

“The combination of well-appointed apartment homes, boutique onsite retail options and a charismatic location will make Modera Founders Row and Verso Founders Row part of a true destination community,” said Joe Muffler, managing director of development for Mill Creek Residential. “This will be a benchmark development for Mill Creek, and we look forward to welcoming our first residents and offering an unmatched living experience in the area. Founders Row will have a little bit of everything.”

Located at 110 Founders Avenue, the location is anchored in the heart of the City of Falls Church, a charming and bucolic inside-the-Beltway suburb of Washington, D.C. Situated on two square miles of land in northern Virginia, Falls Church features a thriving school system and an active arts and cultural presence, including the Falls Church Farmers Market. 

While Modera and Verso Founders Row residents will be able to enjoy a wide variety of activities onsite and within steps of the community, they will also benefit from direct access to the Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) trail, a paved 45-mile rail trail that extends through northern Virginia and is located directly adjacent the site. The community also sits less than a mile from the Orange Line of the Washington Metro system, and is a short drive from Downtown Washington, D.C. and the vibrant Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor in Arlington, Va.  

Apartment homes at Modera Founders Row include studio, one- and two-bedroom homes with den/office and loft layouts available. Shared community amenities include a resort-inspired pool with sundeck, club-quality fitness center, expansive resident clubhouse with connected work-from-home business center, gourmet coffee bar, outdoor courtyards, private event space with demonstration kitchen, game room, pet spa and dog park and complimentary WIFi in amenity spaces. Residents will also have access to controlled-access garage parking, self-serve package lockers, bike lockers and additional storage units. Verso Founders Row, which offers one- and two-bedroom homes, will feature an additional community room, fitness center and rooftop deck retreat dedicated exclusively to those residents.

Boasting an average size of 940 square feet, Modera Founders Row apartment homes include keyless entry, elevated 9-foot ceilings, wood plank-style flooring, stainless steel Energy Star appliances, quartz countertops, under-cabinet kitchen lighting, moveable kitchen islands and full-size stackable washers and dryers. Select homes will offer private balconies, built-in shelving and upgraded finishes, including wine refrigerators, towel warmers and backlit bathroom mirrors. Homes at Verso Founders Row will be delivered with similar features, and also include a separate wine fridge and heated towel racks in bathrooms. 

The ample retail space at Founders Row includes room for a luxury movie theater, upscale restaurants and boutique shops. To inquire about available retail space, please contact Chris Wilkinson, vice president of retail leasing at JBG Smith. He can be reached at 301-657-7321 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer and operator specializing in premier rental communities across the U.S., today announced the start of preleasing at Modera Biscayne Bay, a luxury mixed-use apartment community located at the convergence of Miami’s vibrant Edgewater and Omni Arts and Entertainment neighborhoods.  

Modera Biscayne Bay adds 296 apartment homes and 11,000 square feet of retail space to one of Miami’s most attractive areas. The 27-story high-rise community, which offers stunning views of the city and the shoreline, spans Bayshore Drive and puts residents within the steps of the water every time they access the building. First move-ins are slated for August.

“With its prime location and unimpeded views of the Biscayne Bay, the community represents the magnetic aura of Miami’s waterfront neighborhoods and possesses that relaxing South Florida charm,” said Andrea Rowe, managing director of development for Mill Creek’s South Florida division. “Modera Biscayne Bay will offer a peaceful, retreat-like vibe in the heart of the city, and we look forward to offering our residents an exceptional living experience.”

Located at 2150 North Bayshore Drive, the community sits one block from Margaret Pace Park and within walking distance of Midtown Miami, Miami Design District and the Wynwood district, one of Miami’s most frequented art destinations. Uniquely positioned near many of Miami’s strongest employers, the community is within a short commute of the thriving Brickell Financial District and the Miami Health District.

Situated just east of Biscayne Boulevard between Interstates 195 and 395, highways that connect to the I-95 Express, residents have quick access to the various shopping, dining and entertainment options of the greater metropolitan area, making Modera Biscayne Bay a commuter’s dream. The community maintains a superb Walk Score of 90, and with pedestrian access to many of the area’s well-regarded restaurants and retailers, it is considered to be a “walker’s paradise.” Additionally, Margaret Pace Park sits alongside the community in the Arts & Entertainment District.

Modera Biscayne Bay offers one-, two- and three-bedroom homes with den and penthouse layouts available. Community amenities include a 27th-floor amenity deck, hotel-inspired rooftop pool, barbecue area, club-quality fitness studio, yoga/Pilates studio, resident clubhouse with a catering kitchen and game area, private work-from-home office space, internet lounge, conference room and gourmet coffee bar. Residents also have access to 24-hour self-service package lockers, additional storage areas, bike storage and eight stories of secure structured parking. The pet-friendly community also offers an onsite pet spa.

Apartment interiors are delivered with top-of-market finishes, including Energy Star stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, porcelain tile flooring, upgraded fixtures, tile backsplashes, in-home washers and dryers, walk-in closets and private bay view balconies. Select homes feature 15-foot ceilings, breakfast bars, double vanities, linen closets, built-in shelving and desk areas, wine storage and moveable kitchen islands.

Modera Biscayne Bay is the tenth development community by Mill Creek in Miami. Others include Modera Douglas Station, Modera Metro Dadeland and Modera Edgewater. 

Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer and operator specializing in premier rental communities across the U.S., today announced the start of preleasing at Modera Biscayne Bay, a luxury mixed-use apartment community located at the convergence of Miami’s vibrant Edgewater and Omni Arts and Entertainment neighborhoods.  

Modera Biscayne Bay adds 296 apartment homes and 11,000 square feet of retail space to one of Miami’s most attractive areas. The 27-story high-rise community, which offers stunning views of the city and the shoreline, spans Bayshore Drive and puts residents within the steps of the water every time they access the building. First move-ins are slated for August.

“With its prime location and unimpeded views of the Biscayne Bay, the community represents the magnetic aura of Miami’s waterfront neighborhoods and possesses that relaxing South Florida charm,” said Andrea Rowe, managing director of development for Mill Creek’s South Florida division. “Modera Biscayne Bay will offer a peaceful, retreat-like vibe in the heart of the city, and we look forward to offering our residents an exceptional living experience.”

Located at 2150 North Bayshore Drive, the community sits one block from Margaret Pace Park and within walking distance of Midtown Miami, Miami Design District and the Wynwood district, one of Miami’s most frequented art destinations. Uniquely positioned near many of Miami’s strongest employers, the community is within a short commute of the thriving Brickell Financial District and the Miami Health District.

Situated just east of Biscayne Boulevard between Interstates 195 and 395, highways that connect to the I-95 Express, residents have quick access to the various shopping, dining and entertainment options of the greater metropolitan area, making Modera Biscayne Bay a commuter’s dream. The community maintains a superb Walk Score of 90, and with pedestrian access to many of the area’s well-regarded restaurants and retailers, it is considered to be a “walker’s paradise.” Additionally, Margaret Pace Park sits alongside the community in the Arts & Entertainment District.

Modera Biscayne Bay offers one-, two- and three-bedroom homes with den and penthouse layouts available. Community amenities include a 27th-floor amenity deck, hotel-inspired rooftop pool, barbecue area, club-quality fitness studio, yoga/Pilates studio, resident clubhouse with a catering kitchen and game area, private work-from-home office space, internet lounge, conference room and gourmet coffee bar. Residents also have access to 24-hour self-service package lockers, additional storage areas, bike storage and eight stories of secure structured parking. The pet-friendly community also offers an onsite pet spa.

Apartment interiors are delivered with top-of-market finishes, including Energy Star stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, porcelain tile flooring, upgraded fixtures, tile backsplashes, in-home washers and dryers, walk-in closets and private bay view balconies. Select homes feature 15-foot ceilings, breakfast bars, double vanities, linen closets, built-in shelving and desk areas, wine storage and moveable kitchen islands.

Modera Biscayne Bay is the tenth development community by Mill Creek in Miami. Others include Modera Douglas Station, Modera Metro Dadeland and Modera Edgewater.