Construction begins on build-to-rent project in Charleston

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A 71-home build-to-rent community is going up on the Savannah Highway in the West Ashley area of Charleston.

Trilogy Investment Co., an integrated land development company and national provider of build-to-rent housing communities, began vertical construction at Villas at the Creek, a Reve Community on 10 acres of land at 3894 Savannah Highway.  

The development includes, three-bedroom, 2.5-bath mix of townhomes/homes with a single car garage, flex third bedroom/office, nine-foot ceilings, stainless steel appliance package, granite countertops and other features. Located on deep water at Rantowles Creek, the homes have waterfront views, walking trails, gazebo, grilling stations, dog park and a kayak launch, according to a news release from the company.   

“We’re proud to be part of the thriving Charleston community,” Trilogy Investment Co. Chief Development Officer John Boniface said in the news release. “Growing up in Charleston, I have a deep appreciation for the culture, natural beauty and opportunity that makes Charleston one of the most desirable places in America for the individuals and families that we serve.”  

The company said in the news release that it has plans to build other communities in the Charleston area.  

Trilogy has partnered with Charleston-based Center Park Group to manage and perform all townhome and amenity construction, the release said. Center Park Group specializes in the construction management of build-to-Rent communities in the Carolinas, and most recently the Atlanta market, the release said. 

Villas at the Creek will be ready for leasing in second quarter of 2024, the company said.  

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