Overview
May was another strong month for Ark7’s portfolio, with $ 79,979.97 in total dividends distributed and a 4.42% annualized dividend return rate. Urbana-S11, Dallas-S8, and Dallas-S7 led in dividend yield, delivering returns of 8.22%, 7.04%, and 6.33%. This underscores the ongoing strength of our top-performing assets.
The portfolio’s occupancy rate held steady at a robust 93.24%, supported by 4 new leases signed across Austin, Philadelphia, and Chicago. Strategic lease renewals, including long-term agreements in Austin-S1 and Philadelphia-D2, contributed to overall portfolio stability. Notably, there were no new vacancies or tenant turnovers in May, signaling consistent tenant retention.
Short-term rental properties continued to perform well, with Seattle-D1 (6.10%), Atlanta-C6 (5.39%), and Atlanta-C5 (5.16%) all yielding over 5%.
On the trading side, $101,617 in transactions were processed, with 26 properties (70% of the portfolio) actively trading. Berkeley-M3, Tampa-S10, and Dallas-S9 topped the charts in trading volume and investor activity, while Urbana-S11 led all properties with a 35% price increase, followed by Chicago-C1 and Atlanta-T3.
With strong rental performance, no new vacancies, and key lease renewals secured, Ark7 continues to offer reliable returns and steady growth to our investors.
1. Dividend Summary
💰 Total Dividends Distributed: $ 79,979.97
📈 Portfolio Annualized Dividend Return Rate: 4.42%
🏆 Top Performing Properties by Dividend Yield:
- Urbana-S11 – 8.22%
- Dallas-S8 – 7.04%
- Dallas-S7 – 6.33%
2. Dividend & Performance Trends (Past 12 Months) 📊
3. Portfolio Performance & Rental Updates
Overall Portfolio Snapshot
- Occupancy Rate: 93.24%
- New Leases Signed: 4 (Austin, Philadelphia, Chicago)
- Short-Term Rental Highlights: Seattle-D1 (6.10%), Atlanta-C6 (5.39%), Atlanta-C5 (5.16%)
Key Rental & Lease Updates
🔹 New Lease Renewals 🏡
- Austin-S1: Renewed for 12 months at the same rent, maintaining stability and strong tenant retention.
- Philadelphia-D2 (Unit B): Signed a 12 months lease at $2,000/month, starting 08/01/2025, locking in stable income for the next year.
- Chicago-C1: Extended for 3 more months, from 08/15/2025 to 10/15/2025, at the same rent, ensuring continued occupancy with minimal disruption.
- Chicago-C4: Signed a 12 months lease at $2,300/month, starting 08/18/2025, ensuring stable income for the next year.
🔹 Vacancy & Tenant Turnovers
No new vacancies or tenant turnovers this month, maintaining stable occupancy across our portfolio!
🔹 Operational Events
- Memphis-M4 (Unit 759, 761): Vacant since April 2025. Working with the insurance company for a remodel, ensuring the property is ready for the next tenant.
- DFW-S14: Vacant since early January 2025. Working with the insurance company for a remodel, ensuring the property is ready for the next tenant.
🔹 Notable Short-Term Rental Performance
The short-term rental segment continues demonstrating strong performance, exceeding a 5%+ rental yield.
| Property | Dividend |
|---|---|
| Seattle-D1 | 6.10% |
| Atlanta-C6 | 5.39% |
| Atlanta-C5 | 5.16% |
4. Featured Investment Opportunities 🚀
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- Total Transactions This Month: $ 101,617
- Month-over-Month Growth: –27.4%
- Properties Available for Trading: 26 (70% of portfolio)
Top 3 Properties by Trading Volume:
The following properties saw the highest trading activity this month, reflecting strong investor interest and market liquidity.
| Property | Trading Volume | Price Change | Trading Volume Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley-M3 | $13,705 | -0.88% | -33.59% |
| Tampa-S10 | $11,861 | +1.00% | +23.28% |
| Dallas-S9 | $9,542 | +7.80% | +1.46% |
Top 3 Properties by Performing (Price Change):
These properties experienced the highest price appreciation, demonstrating strong growth potential and investor confidence.
| Property | Price Change |
|---|---|
| Urbana-S11 | +35.00% |
| Chicago-C1 | +14.00% |
| Atlanta-C3 | +12.50% |
