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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

Chart showing YoY rent growth and occupancy change across U.S. regions, highlighting variations in rent and occupancy rates.
Chart showing YoY rent growth and occupancy change across U.S. regions, highlighting variations in rent and occupancy rates.

Rents and Occupancy Falling Fast in the Mountains/Desert Region

Kim O'Brien
July 28, 2023
A city skyline featuring modern skyscrapers against a soft, pastel-colored sky.
A city skyline featuring modern skyscrapers against a soft, pastel-colored sky.

Apartment Demand Finally Matching Up with Job and Income Growth

Kim O'Brien
July 20, 2023
Panoramic view of Phoenix, Arizona skyline at dusk, with illuminated buildings and mountains in the background.
Panoramic view of Phoenix, Arizona skyline at dusk, with illuminated buildings and mountains in the background.

Supply Hits a Peak in Four Big Apartment Markets

Kim O'Brien
July 19, 2023
Bar chart depicting Texas job growth and its percentage of total U.S. employment gain from May 2021 to May 2023.
Bar chart depicting Texas job growth and its percentage of total U.S. employment gain from May 2021 to May 2023.

Texas Accounts for Nearly 20% of National Job Gains

Kim O'Brien
July 14, 2023
Table comparing occupancy rates for various markets from December 2022 to June 2023 with differences noted.
Table comparing occupancy rates for various markets from December 2022 to June 2023 with differences noted.

West and Midwest Markets Achieve Occupancy Growth in 2023

Kim O'Brien
July 10, 2023
Bar chart showing Fresno quarterly demand in orange and supply in green from Q1 2018 to Q2 2023.
Bar chart showing Fresno quarterly demand in orange and supply in green from Q1 2018 to Q2 2023.

Net Move-Outs Continue in Fresno

Kim O'Brien
July 5, 2023
View of a cityscape with various buildings, including low-rise and high-rise structures, and greenery in the foreground.
View of a cityscape with various buildings, including low-rise and high-rise structures, and greenery in the foreground.

Ranking U.S. Apartment Rent Growth by Geographic Region

Kim O'Brien
July 3, 2023
Table displaying market occupancy rates for December 2022 and May 2023 with differences in basis points.
Table displaying market occupancy rates for December 2022 and May 2023 with differences in basis points.

Small Apartment Markets with Improved Occupancy

Kim O'Brien
June 28, 2023
Row of three residential buildings in New York City, featuring white, orange, and brick façades.
Row of three residential buildings in New York City, featuring white, orange, and brick façades.

Ranking U.S. Apartment Supply by Geographic Region

Kim O'Brien
June 26, 2023
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