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Kim O'Brien

Real Estate Writer

Since 2006, Kim has worked as a researcher, analyst, and writer for RealPage, developing a deep knowledge of data methodology and application.

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Kim O'Brien

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Modern apartment building with balconies, large windows, and greenery in the foreground, set against a blue sky.

U.S. Logs Seven Quarters of Record Apartment Supply Volumes

Kim O'Brien
January 23, 2025
Line graph comparing annual supply trends from 2014 to 2024 in Boston, Huntsville, and Los Angeles.
Line graph comparing annual supply trends from 2014 to 2024 in Boston, Huntsville, and Los Angeles.

Huntsville Apartment Supply Rivals Much Bigger Markets

Kim O'Brien
January 21, 2025
Line graph depicting annual inventory growth for Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose from Q4 2019 to Q4 2024.
Line graph depicting annual inventory growth for Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose from Q4 2019 to Q4 2024.

San Jose Apartment Supply Picks Up Ahead of San Francisco and Oakland

Kim O'Brien
January 16, 2025
Line graph showing the Consumer Sentiment Index from August 2014 to December 2024 with fluctuating trends.
Line graph showing the Consumer Sentiment Index from August 2014 to December 2024 with fluctuating trends.

Consumer Confidence in the Economy Picks Up in December

Kim O'Brien
January 2, 2025
Bar chart showing Youngstown's annual demand in units from Q3 2019 to Q3 2024, with fluctuations over time.
Bar chart showing Youngstown's annual demand in units from Q3 2019 to Q3 2024, with fluctuations over time.

Youngstown Logs Nation’s Deepest Net Move-Outs

Kim O'Brien
December 26, 2024
A split view of Los Angeles and New York City, showing palm trees and skyscrapers against a sunset sky.
A split view of Los Angeles and New York City, showing palm trees and skyscrapers against a sunset sky.

2025 Supply Increases Notable in New York and Los Angeles

Kim O'Brien
December 18, 2024
Aerial view of Charlotte skyline with skyscrapers and residential areas surrounded by greenery under a bright blue sky.
Aerial view of Charlotte skyline with skyscrapers and residential areas surrounded by greenery under a bright blue sky.

Charlotte Neighborhoods with Sizable Apartment Additions

Kim O'Brien
December 13, 2024
Table listing markets with net move-outs for Q3 2024, showing negative values for each market in units.
Table listing markets with net move-outs for Q3 2024, showing negative values for each market in units.

Apartment Demand Falters in These Nine Small Markets

Kim O'Brien
December 11, 2024
Table displaying annual demand and supply data for various U.S. regions, including units absorbed and delta.
Table displaying annual demand and supply data for various U.S. regions, including units absorbed and delta.

Supply/Demand Delta Smallest in the Desert/Mountains Region

Kim O'Brien
November 25, 2024
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