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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

Line and bar graph showing YOY effective rent growth, occupancy rates, and forecasts from Q4 2014 to Q4 2026.
Line and bar graph showing YOY effective rent growth, occupancy rates, and forecasts from Q4 2014 to Q4 2026.

Occupancy and Rents Expected to Grow in Desert/Mountains Region as Construction Wanes

Kim O'Brien
March 31, 2025
Aerial view of a coastal city, showcasing modern skyline, palm trees, and residential areas along waterways.
Aerial view of a coastal city, showcasing modern skyline, palm trees, and residential areas along waterways.

Work-from-Anywhere Trend Pushes Rents Ahead of U.S. Norm in Florida Beach Towns

Kim O'Brien
March 26, 2025
View of the Manhattan Bridge framed by two red brick buildings under a cloudy sky.
View of the Manhattan Bridge framed by two red brick buildings under a cloudy sky.

Manhattan Commuter Submarkets Add Massive Apartment Supply

Kim O'Brien
March 19, 2025
Bar chart showing annual supply peak (units delivered) by market for various quarters, highlighting U.S. total.
Bar chart showing annual supply peak (units delivered) by market for various quarters, highlighting U.S. total.

Apartment Supply Has Yet to Hit a Peak in Several West Coast Markets

Kim O'Brien
March 18, 2025
Table comparing monthly rent, commuter cities, rent difference, and 5-year rent growth for various markets.
Table comparing monthly rent, commuter cities, rent difference, and 5-year rent growth for various markets.

Northeast Commuter Markets Offer Rent Savings

Kim O'Brien
March 14, 2025
Skyline of downtown Austin, Texas, with modern buildings and a river in the foreground during sunset.
Skyline of downtown Austin, Texas, with modern buildings and a river in the foreground during sunset.

Texas Submarkets with Explosive Apartment Inventory Growth

Kim O'Brien
March 13, 2025
Bar graph showing job change percentages from December 2019 to December 2024 for Midwest cities. Indianapolis leads with over 8%.
Bar graph showing job change percentages from December 2019 to December 2024 for Midwest cities. Indianapolis leads with over 8%.

Post-Pandemic Job Recovery Sluggish in Some Midwest Markets

Kim O'Brien
March 12, 2025
Aerial view of downtown Orlando, Florida, featuring a lake surrounded by skyscrapers and lush greenery.
Aerial view of downtown Orlando, Florida, featuring a lake surrounded by skyscrapers and lush greenery.

Orlando’s Kissimmee/Osceola County Logs One of Nation’s Largest Apartment Supply Increases

Kim O'Brien
March 10, 2025
Table showing January 2025 occupancy rates, rent changes, effective asking rents, and existing units for various markets.
Table showing January 2025 occupancy rates, rent changes, effective asking rents, and existing units for various markets.

Apartment Rents in Pittsburgh Trail U.S. Average

Kim O'Brien
February 28, 2025
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