GTIS Partners and RISE Announce Joint Venture to Develop Premium Student Housing Community Near Ole Miss

OXFORD, Miss., Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GTIS Partners LP ("GTIS"), a global real estate investment firm with a focus on residential and industrial/logistics investments, and RISE, a real estate development and management company specialized in student housing, are pleased to announce their joint venture to develop RISE Oxford Farms, a premium student housing community in Oxford, Mississippi, serving students at the University of Mississippi ("Ole Miss").

With sustained enrollment growth at Ole Miss in recent years, the University has faced a tightening housing environment for students, with a substantial deficit of purpose-built student housing. The new development, located just one mile from campus, will feature 216 units comprising 504 beds within a garden-style residential community, and will provide students with modern, fully-amenitized living options within close proximity to campus. The project will offer surface parking, pickleball, a gym, and a pool, as well as direct access to a University-sponsored shuttle stop, ensuring students enjoy convenient, high-quality living accommodations.

"We are excited to partner with RISE on this strategic development, capitalizing on the strength of the Oxford student housing market and the enrollment trends surrounding SEC schools," said Casey Chayet, Acquisitions Vice President at GTIS. "With sustained enrollment growth at Ole Miss and a significant supply-demand imbalance, this project represents an opportunity to deliver a best-in-class student living experience."

RISE, a nationally recognized developer and operator with a track record of over 59,000 student housing beds developed across 26 states, will lead both the development and property management of the community. "Our partnership with GTIS underscores our shared vision of bringing high-quality, modern housing to students in high-demand markets," said Ryan Holmes, CEO. "RISE Oxford Farms will set a new standard for student living in Oxford, offering thoughtfully designed residences and resort-style amenities tailored to the needs of Ole Miss students."

The Project is expected to deliver for the 2026-2027 academic year.

About GTIS Partners

GTIS Partners is a global real estate investment firm in the Americas, headquartered in New York with offices in São Paulo, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Charlotte, Phoenix, Dallas, Houston and Munich. The firm was founded in 2005 and is managed by President and Founder Tom Shapiro and seven other partners. The firm manages $4.7 billion in gross assets and is active across a wide range of real estate sectors including single family and multifamily housing, office, industrial/logistics and hospitality as well as opportunity zone investments. The firm invests at various points in the capital structure including credit, common equity and structured equity. In the US, GTIS has invested in over 223 assets across 45 unique markets including growth areas such as Miami, Phoenix, Dallas, Houston, Denver, Atlanta, Tampa and Charlotte. In Brazil, GTIS is among the largest real estate private equity firms with holdings including office, residential, logistics, and hospitality investments. Marquee assets developed by GTIS Partners in São Paulo include the Infinity office building and Palácio Tangará, a five-star resort style hotel. For more information, please visit www.gtispartners.com.   

About RISE: A Real Estate Company

RISE is a turnkey real estate development, property management, and construction company specializing in student housing, multifamily, active adult, and mixed-use developments. Since its founding in 1995, RISE has successfully developed more than 102 projects nationwide, totaling over 59,000 beds across 26 states. The company is committed to delivering innovative and community-focused developments that enhance the student living experience. For more information, visit www.risere.com.

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GTIS Partners
Mary Beth Grover / Keely Gispan
ASC Advisors
(203) 992-1230
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RISE: A Real Estate Company
Fania Childree
Marketing Manager
229-247-2077
[email protected]

SOURCE GTIS Partners