Cypress Equity Investments

Cypress Equity Investments (CEI) is a leading real estate investment and development firm founded in 2001 by Michael Sorochinsky, built on over three decades of combined professional experience in real estate strategy and execution. Since its inception, CEI has acquired, developed, and invested in more than 156 projects, encompassing over 21,000 multifamily units and select commercial developments valued at more than $13 billion across the United States.

CEI’s success stems from its disciplined and data-driven approach to market research, acquisition analysis, entitlement execution, construction management, and asset performance. Its primary focus is Class A multifamily and mixed-use developments, including market-rate, affordable, and workforce housing in high-growth markets such as California, Texas, Florida, Chicago, Boston, Portland, and Las Vegas.

The firm’s diverse portfolio showcases signature developments like OnSunset in Los Angeles, The Gallery on Wells in Chicago, Elysian at Tivoli in Las Vegas, and Edge Avenue G in Bayonne, New Jersey—projects recognized for their innovative design, premium amenities, and strong market fundamentals. CEI’s reputation is built on an ability to adapt to evolving economic conditions and deliver consistent, superior risk-adjusted returns for investors.

Led by Founder & CEO Michael Sorochinsky, CEI’s leadership team combines deep expertise in finance, development, and operations to drive forward-thinking strategies in multifamily, commercial, and life science real estate. Beyond profitability, the firm emphasizes sustainability, community integration, and architectural excellence, reflecting its long-term vision to shape vibrant urban environments that enrich the lives of residents and investors alike.