American Campus Communities

American Campus Communities, Inc. is a real estate investment trust focused on student housing. The company engages in various activities, including the acquisition, design, financing, development, construction management, leasing, and management of student housing properties. It operates through four main segments: Wholly-Owned Properties, On-Campus Participating Properties, Development Services, and Property Management Services. American Campus Communities manages a diverse portfolio of properties specifically tailored for students, leasing these assets through short-term agreements. As of late 2012, the company owned 160 properties with approximately 98,800 beds across about 31,800 apartment units, with additional developments underway. Their strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of properties from Campus Acquisitions, have further expanded their portfolio, enabling them to meet the growing demand for student housing.