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Great Expectations Overview
Great Expectations LLC is an innovative real estate development firm dedicated to creating sustainable, scalable, and deeply affordable housing across the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 2019, the company builds and manages housing designed to align the interests of residents, investors, and communities—delivering below-market rents while maintaining strong financial performance. With a vertically integrated model and a commitment to data-driven decision-making, Great Expectations develops affordable housing that is environmentally efficient, community-focused, and financially resilient for long-term success.
Beginning with eco-units—compact, transit-connected micro-studios built for the urban workforce—Great Expectations has expanded into a diverse portfolio that includes family-sized residences, mixed-income developments, Opportunity Zone projects, Section 8 acquisitions, and tax-exempt bond initiatives. Today, the firm owns more than 1,200 homes across 15 buildings and manages an additional 42 properties through its subsidiary, Arboreal Management. What differentiates Great Expectations is its ability to take on complex challenges, such as distressed assets and unconventional funding structures, and consistently deliver high-quality, stable, and dignified housing.
Driven by values of partnership, integrity, diversity, and long-term stewardship, Great Expectations operates with the mindset of responsible owners and the agility of a mission-driven startup. The firm fosters strong resident relationships, prioritizes investor trust, and helps shape the next generation of affordable housing leaders through mentorship and community engagement. Guided by a commitment to affordability at scale, Great Expectations continues to push the boundaries of what sustainable, equitable housing can achieve in rapidly changing communities.
Address
Seattle,
Washington
Year Founded
2019
Operates In
Washington
Asset Classes
Affordable Housing
Accepted Investors
Accredited