NexMetro Direct Access Fund 2026
A top-tier multifamily real estate investment strategy with historically strong returns.*
Private access to an institutional-grade build-to-rent portfolio.
The NexMetro Direct Access Fund 2026 (DAF 2026) is a top-tier multifamily real estate investment strategy with historically strong returns.* Offering investment in annual vintage portfolios of our cottage-style Avilla Homes build-to-rent communities, DAF is strategically positioned to capitalize on housing supply constraints and accelerated rental demand across high-growth U.S. markets.
DAF 2026 combines the income stability of professionally managed BTR communities with the return potential of development-stage equity, delivering a differentiated, tax-advantaged opportunity for sophisticated investors.
* Historical average net IRR shown as “21.x%” in the source and target returns as “15–19%” — figures and sourcing to be confirmed. A DAF-specific unit/asset count is also to be added. Historically strong returns are not a guarantee of future results.
Private Access to Institutional-Grade Build-to-Rent Portfolio
A closed-end equity development fund, DAF portfolios target ground-up, strategically developed cottage-style Avilla BTR communities in high-growth markets. This strategy is oriented toward long-term capital appreciation, with returns driven by development execution, lease-up performance, and eventual stabilization and disposition.
- Gain diversified exposure through a single, streamlined allocation
- Partner with a nationally recognized, institutional grade sponsor
- All projects are fully vetted and entitled
- Transparent and consolidated reporting across vintage year portfolios
DAF Investor Profile & Characteristics
Key Characteristics
- Ground-up equity development exposure
- Defined investment horizon
- Return potential driven by development execution and asset value creation
- Illiquidity aligned with long-term capital appreciation strategy
Typical Investor Profile
Investors seeking long-term capital appreciation, higher-return potential, and willingness to accept development and market-cycle risk with preferred terms and sponsor alignment.
Comfort with sponsor-controlled disposition timing based on optimal market conditions and fund strategy.
Primary Investor Types
- Institutional investors
- Family offices
- Accredited investors
- Qualified purchasers
- Long-term capital allocators comfortable with development risk
Why This Fund. Why Now.
Institutional Access to Proven Build-to-Rent Leadership
Focused on scalable build-to-rent developments in markets benefiting from population growth and housing undersupply.
Capturing Demand in the Expanding Build-to-Rent Housing Sector
Positioned to capitalize on housing supply constraints and accelerating renter demand through strategically developed BTR assets.
A Vertically Integrated Build-to-Rent Investment Platform
Combining acquisition, development, and operational expertise to deliver scalable residential investment opportunities.
Capitalizing on the Rise of Build-to-Rent Housing
Investing in strategically located rental communities benefiting from population growth and housing supply shortages.
A Diversified Build-to-Rent Platform Positioned for Durable Income Growth
Combining disciplined capital allocation, market selection, and operational execution to drive risk-adjusted returns.
Invest Beyond Traditional Multifamily
Gain exposure to NexMetro’s Avilla build-to-rent communities developed to meet evolving housing demand and consumer preferences.
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