Build-to-rent (BTR)

Build-to-rent (BTR) is a popular model in the real estate industry in which an investor purchases a small portion of homes within a neighborhood to rent or sell them afterward. Thus, built-to-rent homes are specifically designed for long-term rentals. When developers are interested in BTR homes, they build multiple build-to-rent homes in the vicinity, creating a build-to-rent community. These are specially designed for long-term tenants who want to access versatile services and luxury that traditional rental options don't offer. For example, better home maintenance, properly-managed neighborhoods, and aesthetic landscapes. BTR homes require professional management, so the developer must be an expert in this field. Depending on the sizes, styles, and prices, build-to-rent homes can be of different types. The most common ones include:

• Single-family Homes. These are individual homes present in their lots. 
• Duplexes. A BTS duplex consists of two attached residential units.
• Row Homes. These homes are built next to each other, like a row, sharing a common wall. You can spot such build-to-rent homes in your city's urban or downtown areas.
• Small Lot Homes. These are single-family BTR homes constructed on relatively smaller lots of about 600-700 square feet.