Tailwind Group and its partners are pleased to announce the recent acquisition of The Beacon in Auburn, Alabama, marking the fourth student housing acquisition for Tailwind Group in 2025. This property is located less than one mile from Auburn University and consists of 180 units and 576 bedrooms. The asset was purchased from an undisclosed seller, and the deal was brokered by Ryan Lang and his team at Newmark.
In the Fall, the property will undergo a capital improvement plan that includes clubhouse renovations and upgrades to the property’s amenities and exteriors. This property will also be re-branded to The Quarters Auburn.
“We are thrilled to add another property in the SEC market,” said Jake Ouradnik, Tailwind Group’s Chief Financial Officer. “The enrollment has skyrocketed here, and it trends well with the SEC growth we have seen, and we are confident for the future. The premier location to campus and the ability to add value to this property has our team ready to hit the ground running on our business plans.”
Tailwind Group is a top 20 owner and manager of off-campus student housing in the country, with 39 different communities comprising approximately 18,500 bedrooms in their portfolio. Their reach spans 16 states and 23 universities.
Inquiries:
Brandon Smith, President & Chief Executive Officer
Michael Sather, Principal & Chief Investment Officer
Nick Sheak, Director of Investments
