Comunidad Partners, a vertically-integrated real estate investment firm that specializes in workforce and attainable housing communities in diverse neighborhoods throughout the Sunbelt region, has bolstered its investments platform with the appointment of Ty Barnes as its new Head of Investments.
Ty Barnes, who most recently held senior roles with Tishman Speyer, Taconic Partners, Related, and WinnResidential, says: “Comunidad Partners is an exemplary organization that has become synonymous with quality workforce housing in the Sunbelt market. The firm’s strategy to preserve workforce housing through institutional and mission-based ownership in growth markets aligns with my past experience. I am looking forward to making a difference in communities that need quality housing for their first responders, health care providers, firefighters, police officers, and municipal employees.”
“I’m excited to join the team and look forward to continuing the firm’s strong track record of identifying and acquiring high-value assets that align with our preservation strategy in the Sunbelt market,” adds Barnes. “Comunidad’s mission to preserve quality workforce housing while implementing curated social impact services dovetails well with my background.”
Marquez says: “We’re pleased to welcome Ty to the team and excited to leverage his experience from previous leadership positions at firms like Tishman Speyer and Related. We believe his leadership and experience will bring a unique perspective to the company and help us discover innovative ways to serve our mission and grow our investment platform.”
Comunidad Partners is a vertically integrated real estate investment firm and a registered investment adviser (RIA) focused exclusively on workforce and attainable housing throughout the U.S., with a robust portfolio in the Sunbelt region. Comunidad strategically identifies and pursues investment opportunities that can contribute to the growth and sustainability of culturally diverse communities. The firm is actively growing its presence in Southwest and Southeast, targeting markets including Dallas, Austin, Phoenix, Charlotte, Raleigh, Atlanta, and other markets. A minority- and women-owned firm, Comunidad aims to provide improved opportunities and enriched living experiences for residents who live in communities that the company serves. The firm also employs market-leading impact initiatives focused on driving sustainable social and environmental value for all stakeholders and has earned the firm national recognition for its innovative impact strategies. Comunidad was named a Freddie Mac Impact Sponsor of the Year in 2021, is CORES SAHF certified, a UN PRI Signatory, and is a founding member of the Multifamily Impact Council.
