Invest in purpose-built real estate with tax-free growth
Unlock the power of Opportunity Zone investments with ArtHaus Partners. Delivering tax-advantaged returns while solving California's housing crisis. Target Fund Size: $100M (Cap: $250M)
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Get Access NowProjected fund returns*
*Estimates are based on projections and are not guarantees of future results.
Our track record
Past performance: RTS EBMF Fund I, 2016–2022, net of fees. Distributions across 16 value-add properties, average hold 5.2 years.
Now is the time to
invest in opportunity zones
Rising demand for housing
California’s workforce faces extreme housing shortages, driving rental demand.
Tax-free growth potential
Recent legislation accelerates approvals and increases density, enabling higher returns from new developments.
Access to pro-housing laws
Recent legislation accelerates approvals and increases density, enabling higher returns from new developments.
How we create value in the fund
- Develop workforce and student housing in supply-constrained markets (e.g., Berkeley, San Diego).
- Use tools like density bonus laws to streamline approvals and increase unit counts.
- Lower costs with innovative financing and tax exemptions.
- Reinvest returns from successful projects into new opportunity zone developments.
- Target emerging markets with high growth potential.
- Scale operations to maximize capital efficiency and returns.
- Allocate portion of fund to qualified opportunity fund investments in public markets.
- Leverage tax deferral and reduction benefits across multiple asset classes.
- Balance real estate risk with diversified market exposure.
By combining these strategies, the Fund delivers tax-advantaged growth, synergistic returns, and solutions to California's housing crisis.
The ArtHaus Partners Edge
Acquisitions identified using data, ahead of competition
We identify discounted and distressed acquisition opportunities by analyzing loan databases for early signals of distress, and utilizing our relationships with debt and multifamily brokers.
Track record of using government programs for density and solar
We have leveraged the state Density Bonus Law across 23 buildings and 1900+ units and State ADU legislation enabling up to 25% unit-count increase across 9 ADU projects. Our ~$4MWg solar installations powering 1500 units are designed to tap Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Incentives, which REITs cannot.
Risk mitigation through efficient capital structure
We reduce our cost of capital by up to 170 bps through mission-based rate discounts from federal agencies, which affords us ~$1-2M in debt savings across the life of an average loan. We also underwrite the downside protection and maintain low leverage.
Design innovation & efficient construction
With decades of construction expertise, we efficiently develop small-format housing to add rentable square footage at lower cost. Our cost per residence is $250K vs the Bay Area average of $570K. Our timeline from acquisition to operation is 30 months vs the SF average of 72 months. We add units (ADUs) at a low ~$150K/unit cost.
Tech-enabled marketing & operational efficiency
We leverage technology to reduce leasing and operating costs including an integrated online leasing platform, virtual tours, and keyless entry. We've leased over 200 units without physical tours.
Value-add case studies
Oakbrook: a sucessful value-add strategy
When we acquired Oakbrook Manor at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was an off-market opportunity with 200 units across three buildings. The property was suffering from poor management and had just 63% occupancy.
Key highlights:
Acquired at a discount
~$220K per unit, $9M below pre-pandemic value
Modernized common areas and upgraded amenities
Added 17 new units to boost revenue and density
Our strategy worked. Occupancy jumped to 94%, and net operating income more than doubled. The property was recently appraised at $293K per unit—a 45% increase in value and a clear validation of our value-add approach.
VIEW CASE STUDYAbout ArtHaus Partners
ArtHaus Partners is a Bay Area-based real estate development and asset management company, focused on moderate-income and student housing in California. Operating in the Bay Area since 1977, we've profitably developed housing in California across 160 different residential and multifamily projects.
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FAQs
The fund invests in purpose-built, transit-oriented workforce and student housing developments in Qualified Opportunity Zones.
The fund offers three key tax benefits: (1) Tax deferral - defer capital gains taxes until 2026, (2) Tax reduction - reduce deferred capital gains by 10% after 5 years and another 5% after 7 years, and (3) Tax-free growth - no capital gains tax on appreciation if held for 10+ years.
The minimum investment amount varies by investor type and investment structure. Please contact us for specific minimum investment requirements and qualification details.