06/24/2026
Multifamily continues to stand out as one of commercial real estateβs strongest inflation-resistant sectors.
New research shows that multifamily rent growth had a 63.1% correlation with inflation, ranking among the highest across major CRE property types. The analysis also found that inflation accounted for roughly 40% of multifamily rent growth movement.
Because apartment leases typically renew annually, rents can adjust more frequently than in sectors with longer lease terms, such as office, retail, and industrial.
While no asset class is immune to inflation, the findings support the case for multifamily as a potential long-term strategy in periods of elevated inflation.
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Source: Marcus & Millichap Research Services, June 2026