As the Leading Rental Housing Company Continues its Strategic Expansion, RangeWater’s

Property Management Team Continues to add to its leadership with new position

RangeWater Real Estate, a fully integrated rental housing company with assets across the Sun Belt and Mountain West, promotes Brett Boitano to the firm’s new position of Managing Director of Enterprise Services.  In his new role, Boitano will spearhead the company's centralization efforts, and oversee initiatives to streamline property management efficiencies. He will work collaboratively with executive leadership and internal department heads, to provide innovative products and solutions that meet evolving needs of our clients, residents and team members, and enhance overall process effectiveness. 

“Brett’s strategic leadership, financial acumen, and operational finesse make him a great addition to the leadership team,” says Andrew Wittgen, Executive Managing Director of Property Management for RangeWater. “His proficiency in overseeing portfolios, managing budgets, and cultivating efficient systems underscores his commitment to enhancing and centralizing our operations.”

Previously, Boitano served as Director of Property Management for RangeWater’s Build-to-Rent (BTR) division.  With a robust background across the Build-to-Rent, Single Family Rental, and Global Hospitality sectors, Boitano's experience uniquely positions him to spearhead this new executive role. Before joining RangeWater, he held director and managerial positions at leading property management and hospitality companies such as Progress Residential, Sequoia Equities, and Marriott International.

“I look forward to collaborating closely with our internal departments, executive leadership, and valued clients, to unify our service offerings and identify key areas for efficiency. This collaborative approach will empower us to prioritize initiatives and unlock the full potential for a more streamlined and optimized future,” said Boitano.   

Boitano’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in international business, a Master's in Social Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Psychology & Social Intervention from New York University. Boitano was also involved in the National Apartment Association Diversity & Inclusion Committee, Pretium Partners cross-company Pride Steering Committee, and as a founding member of Marriott International's LGBTQ Initiative, he continues to bring his commitment to inclusivity and community to the forefront.  Outside of the property management realm, Boitano and his partner Ben appreciate globetrotting adventures, exploring new places in and around the Atlanta area, as well as enjoying a serene beach getaway.

With Boitano’s promotion, RangeWater continues to expand its experienced executive team and further its strategic growth focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve greater outcomes in 2024.  Recently appointed executives include Andrew Wittgen, Executive Managing Director of Property Management, who oversees the operational performance of the firm with a focus on business intelligence, strategic growth, and client relations for RangeWater’s Single Family Rental (SFR) business and all third-party management assignments; Alp Kirmizioglu who was promoted to the position of Executive Managing Director of Construction for RangeWater Construction, the firm’s in-house construction division; Franco Minton, the first-ever Chief People Officer who leads the firm’s talent acquisition and employee engagement; and Goldie Bartlett the new Senior Managing Director of Property Management for the Southeast, focusing on maximizing the value of each asset through a collaborative, process-driven, and performance-centric approach.

RangeWater’s continued investment in its property management team has contributed to the following accolades.  Last year, RangeWater earned national recognition by ranking twice on the National Multifamily Housing Council’s (NMHC) 2023 Top 50. This annual list highlights the nation’s largest apartment owners, managers, developers, builders, and syndicators.  RangeWater claimed the #12 spot on the largest managers in the country with 97,072 apartments and build-to-rent homes and ranked #24 among top developers with 2,774 units started in 2022.

In addition, RangeWater ranked #1 on the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 20 Largest Apartment Management Companies.  Jumping from its previous list ranking of #4 in 2022, RangeWater has significantly increased the number of communities under management in Atlanta to 26,572 to date. Furthermore, The Vivian --RangeWater’s third ground-up project along the BeltLine – is the winner of ‘Best in Residential’ for 2024 Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Best in Atlanta Real Estate awards.

Founded in 2006, privately-owned RangeWater acquires, develops, manages, and invests in multifamily communities across the Southeastern and Southwestern United States, with a balanced portfolio that exceeds $6.6 billion. For more information, please visit LiveRangeWater.com.   

Located in One of the Fastest Growing Counties in the Country, Provenza at Old Peachtree Represents the Multifamily Real Estate Leader’s Expanded Presence in the Attractive Suwannee Submarket 

RangeWater Real Estate and Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate (NSKRE) advised by Metzler Real Estate have acquired an expansive upscale garden apartment community in the dynamic Suwanee submarket of Northeast Atlanta.

The joint venture purchased Provenza at Old Peachtree, which will be renamed Echo Ridge Suwanee, located at 1460 Distribution Drive in Suwanee. The acquisition is part of the rental housing industry leader RangeWater’s strategy to continue meeting housing demand by purchasing communities in desirable neighborhoods across the Sun Belt.

“This is our second acquisition in partnership with NSKRE and we are excited to continue expanding our portfolio in burgeoning Gwinnett County, one of the fastest growing and most diverse counties in the state of Georgia,” said RangeWater’s President and CEO Steven Shores. “This location is a fantastic addition to our local portfolio of communities.  We look forward to enhancing the intrinsic value of the Provenza at Old Peachtree community and enriching the lives of our residents who will call Echo Ridge Suwanee home.”

Residents will enjoy proximity to top-tier public schools, upscale shopping destinations at the nearby Gas South District and Simon-owned Sugarloaf Mills mall, cultural venues such as the recently expanded and refreshed Gas South Arena and convention center, a wealth of recreational activities and golf clubs, and convenient access to both I-85 and GA-316. Regarded as one of the Southeast’s leading high-tech hubs, Gwinnett County is also a leading research and development destination for medical device makers and auto firms, as well as home to nearly 25,000 businesses and more than 400,000 employees.

“Our acquisitions team puts extensive research into each acquisition, making sure it is the right fit for RangeWater’s portfolio through careful consideration of market conditions, population growth, proximity to employment hubs, and more,” added Jay Lively, Acquisitions Director at RangeWater Real Estate. “Particularly known for its exceptional demographics, school system, and standard of living, there’s no doubt that Echo Ridge Suwanee represents a unique investment opportunity in one of Atlanta’s most prosperous and sought-after suburban locations.” 

Echo Ridge Suwanee features a wide range of amenities that include poolside grilling stations, an outdoor patio with fireplace, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a stylish residents’ clubroom and catering kitchen, car care center, and a business center with a private meeting space. The property also features a serene community pond with walking trails. As a pet-friendly community, RangeWater is contemplating adding a dog park and pet spa to round out the property’s many sought-after amenities desired by today’s tenants. 

Inside, the apartments, which were built in 2013, feature thoughtful, high-end finishes throughout the one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences. The expansive floorplans include separate dining and living areas; gourmet kitchens featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and oversized pantries; spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs; outdoor balconies in all homes; and storage. RangeWater will invest in improvements to the residence interiors so the property can maintain a competitive advantage amongst surrounding communities in Suwanee.

Founded in 2006, privately-owned RangeWater acquires, develops, manages, and invests in multifamily communities across the Southeastern and Southwestern United States, with a balanced portfolio that exceeds $6.6 billion.

For more information, please visit LiveRangeWater.com.

Located in One of the Fastest Growing Counties in the Country, Provenza at Old Peachtree Represents the Multifamily Real Estate Leader’s Expanded Presence

in the Attractive Suwannee Submarket 

RangeWater Real Estate and Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate (NSKRE) advised by Metzler Real Estate have acquired an expansive upscale garden apartment community in the dynamic Suwanee submarket of Northeast Atlanta.

The joint venture purchased Provenza at Old Peachtree, which will be renamed Echo Ridge Suwanee, located at 1460 Distribution Drive in Suwanee. The acquisition is part of the rental housing industry leader RangeWater’s strategy to continue meeting housing demand by purchasing communities in desirable neighborhoods across the Sun Belt.

“This is our second acquisition in partnership with NSKRE and we are excited to continue expanding our portfolio in burgeoning Gwinnett County, one of the fastest growing and most diverse counties in the state of Georgia,” said RangeWater’s President and CEO Steven Shores. “This location is a fantastic addition to our local portfolio of communities.  We look forward to enhancing the intrinsic value of the Provenza at Old Peachtree community and enriching the lives of our residents who will call Echo Ridge Suwanee home.”

Residents will enjoy proximity to top-tier public schools, upscale shopping destinations at the nearby Gas South District and Simon-owned Sugarloaf Mills mall, cultural venues such as the recently expanded and refreshed Gas South Arena and convention center, a wealth of recreational activities and golf clubs, and convenient access to both I-85 and GA-316. Regarded as one of the Southeast’s leading high-tech hubs, Gwinnett County is also a leading research and development destination for medical device makers and auto firms, as well as home to nearly 25,000 businesses and more than 400,000 employees.

“Our acquisitions team puts extensive research into each acquisition, making sure it is the right fit for RangeWater’s portfolio through careful consideration of market conditions, population growth, proximity to employment hubs, and more,” added Jay Lively, Acquisitions Director at RangeWater Real Estate. “Particularly known for its exceptional demographics, school system, and standard of living, there’s no doubt that Echo Ridge Suwanee represents a unique investment opportunity in one of Atlanta’s most prosperous and sought-after suburban locations.” 

Echo Ridge Suwanee features a wide range of amenities that include poolside grilling stations, an outdoor patio with fireplace, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a stylish residents’ clubroom and catering kitchen, car care center, and a business center with a private meeting space. The property also features a serene community pond with walking trails. As a pet-friendly community, RangeWater is contemplating adding a dog park and pet spa to round out the property’s many sought-after amenities desired by today’s tenants. 

Inside, the apartments, which were built in 2013, feature thoughtful, high-end finishes throughout the one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences. The expansive floorplans include separate dining and living areas; gourmet kitchens featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and oversized pantries; spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs; outdoor balconies in all homes; and storage. RangeWater will invest in improvements to the residence interiors so the property can maintain a competitive advantage amongst surrounding communities in Suwanee.

Founded in 2006, privately-owned RangeWater acquires, develops, manages, and invests in multifamily communities across the Southeastern and Southwestern United States, with a balanced portfolio that exceeds $6.6 billion.

For more information, please visit LiveRangeWater.com.

New Addition Strengthens RangeWater’s Executive Leadership Team as the Rental Housing Company Continues its Strategic Expansion Across the Sun Belt and Mountain West

RangeWater Real Estate, a fully integrated rental housing company with assets across the Sun Belt and Mountain West, welcomes Jim Mauck as the firm’s Chief Financial Officer.  Mauck brings nearly three decades of experience to the RangeWater team.

In his role, Mauck will oversee the optimal capital structure and financing options for the firm, provide strategic direction, drive cash flow and performance, manage the accounting and finance departments, and support RangeWater’s long-term vision and mission.

"Jim is an excellent addition to our executive leadership team," says Chairman and CEO Steven Shores. "His proven track record of spearheading company-wide initiatives and providing sound financial management will elevate our team’s efforts, ensuring we remain diligent in our mission to lead the rental housing industry.”

Mauck’s attention to detail, wide-ranging industry knowledge, and collaborative leadership style have been impactful to his career spanning over 27 years. Most recently, Mauck served as Chief Financial Officer at RPM Living and its predecessor CF Real Estate Services, both full-service multifamily property management, investment, and development companies where he oversaw accounting, finance, risk management, and information technology, among other areas, during his tenure.  He also served as the CFO for Key Property Services, a leader in the institutional single-family rental industry, and as CFO and COO for Miles Properties, a national owner, property manager, and developer of multifamily assets.  Prior to joining Miles, Mauck served as vice president of finance for a division of Pulte Homes where he led the finance and human resources functions.

“I’m thrilled to join a company with a strong reputation, incredible leadership team, and an unwavering commitment to the professional development of their employees,” said Mauck. “RangeWater is a trailblazer in the rental housing industry, and I look forward to supporting the firm’s future endeavors.”

With Mauck as the latest addition, RangeWater continues to expand its tenured executive team as the company furthers its strategic growth into 2024.  Recently appointed executives include Alp Kirmizioglu who was promoted to the position of Executive Managing Director of Construction for RangeWater Construction, the firm’s in-house construction division; Franco Minton, the first-ever Chief People Officer who leads the firm’s talent acquisition and employee engagement and Sherry Freitas who was promoted to Executive Managing Director of Property Management, spearheading the company’s strategic expansion across the Sun Belt and Mountain West Regions. Earlier this year, RangeWater hit a major milestone with 100,000 units under management.

Mauck has a Bachelor of Science in accounting and a double major in finance from Virginia Tech. He also obtained his Certified Public Accountant license in 1997.  Mauck is an avid fan of the Virginia Tech Hokies and enjoys spending his free time with his wife and two children, traveling, running, and playing tennis. 

For more information, please visit LiveRangeWater.com.

RangeWater Real Estate, a fully integrated rental housing company with assets across the Sun Belt and Mountain West, promotes Alp Kirmizioglu to the position of Executive Managing Director of Construction. In this role, Kirmizioglu manages RangeWater Construction, the firm’s in-house construction firm, while also overseeing the Construction Management, Design Management, and Quality Control functions in support of all projects under development.

"We're excited to promote Alp to our executive team," says Steven Shores, RangeWater's Chairman and CEO. "His strong leadership, team-building skills, and global perspective have been invaluable in shaping our construction group to date. This promotion ensures those same qualities are shared across our platform, advancing RangeWater’s collective strategic initiatives."

In the 18 months since its inception, Kirmizioglu has expanded RangeWater Construction to 20 team members and led several projects for the division, including the most recent groundbreaking development, Camino. This development is set to add 303 apartment units and townhomes to the diverse City of Doraville and signifies the Firm’s 26th development in Atlanta. This marks the third project for the in-house construction division with the first homes slated for completion in Summer 2025 and final homes to be delivered that Fall.

“I am thrilled to join RangeWater’s executive leadership team,” says Kirmizioglu.   “I look forward to contributing to the company’s overarching goals in partnership with Development, Acquisitions and Property Management.”

Other development projects built by RangeWater’s in-house construction team include Tortola, a 288-unit residential community in Wesley Chapel, Florida. This multifamily project features three-story, garden-style buildings spanning 20 acres which include several outdoor amenities. Tortola will also feature one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, offering future residents access to walking paths, outdoor green spaces, and a car wash.  Completion of this project is expected in Summer 2024.

RangeWater Construction is also building a beautifully designed community of apartment homes for rent in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The Margot is a multifamily community with 332 apartments located approximately 30 miles northeast of Atlanta.  RangeWater expects the project to be completed in Fall 2024.

With over fifteen years of experience, Kirmizioglu holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, and Construction Management from Middle East Technical University in Turkey, a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and an MBA in Finance & Strategy from the Emory University’s Goizueta Business School. He is an avid fan of Atlanta’s local sports teams, especially Atlanta United and the Falcons. He enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Anna, and three young daughters: Cecilia, Mona, and Leyla.

For more information, please visit LiveRangeWater.com.

Atlanta-based Multifamily and Build-To-Rent Leader Unveils Plans to Develop 304-Unit Community Named Camino Marking 26^th Project in Georgia and first in Doraville

RangeWater Real Estate expands its presence in the Sun Belt with the closing of 7.5 acres inside the I-285 Perimeter along the dynamic Buford Highway Corridor within the city of Doraville, a prominent Atlanta community. Camino will add 304 apartment units and townhomes to the diverse metropolitan area marking the firm’s 26th development in the Atlanta area. This is the fourth project for their recently launched in-house construction company. The community broke ground on September 20. The completion of final homes is expected in Spring 2025.

“Atlanta continues to be a target market for our team to develop, acquire, manage and build,” says Steven Shores, Chairman and CEO of RangeWater. “Doraville stands out as one of the city's most culturally significant neighborhoods, and we feel privileged to collaborate with their team in creating a genuinely inspired rental housing community for residents.”

Set to emerge at the intersection of Buford Highway and Jess Norman Way at 3712 Stewart Road, Camino is within walking distance of Doraville’s City Hall and the new Assembly Yards mega-project, which will be a progressive, adaptive reuse hub for art, technology, recreation, and commerce and serve as an epicenter to the immediate area. RangeWater is installing a new section of the Peachtree Creek Greenway trail that will serve as the front-door for the community along Stewart Road. This segment is part of the City’s continued commitment to expanding the area’s network of trails and will offer future connectivity to City Hall and City Center as well as the Dorville MARTA station.

“The promise of new development is a testament to Doraville’s mission to provide quality services, foster growth and build a vibrant community for our residents and businesses,” says Doraville Mayor Joseph Geierman. “These initiatives are not just about bricks and mortar; they represent the tangible manifestation of our city’s aspirations. The generosity of RangeWater's team in collaborating with us and their commitment to the residents of Doraville leave me feeling truly humbled and exhilarated to watch Camino break ground.”

Buford Highway is a vibrant and diverse corridor that encapsulates Doraville’s rich multicultural fabric. Lined with a plethora of international eateries, markets, and shops, Buford Highway has become a hub where various communities converge to celebrate their respective cuisines, languages, and traditions.

Rob Sucher, Managing Director of Development for RangeWater, states, “Camino is the direct result of a successful partnership between the City of Doraville and RangeWater. The city council and staff have played a crucial role in providing support and guidance, ensuring Camino becomes the high-quality rental housing option that both current and future residents of Doraville deserve. We are thrilled to participate in the ongoing advancement of the area and to contribute to Doraville’s dedication to diversity, vitality, and community.'"

The community will offer a diverse selection of micro, studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes, spanning from 474 to 1,411 square feet. These homes will showcase contemporary features including quartz countertops, luxury vinyl tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, and smart home technology. Camino will also feature various amenities such as a dog park and spa, a pool courtyard, co-working offices with dedicated podcast recording space, an outdoor grilling station, a fitness center, a rooftop lounge, and a private speakeasy.

For more information, please visit LiveRangeWater.com.