Sotol Capital

Sotol Capital is a U.S. real estate investment firm based in Denver, Colorado, that focuses on private real estate investment opportunities with a specialization in student housing and value-add residential projects. The company partners with investors to acquire and reposition real estate assets near key university and institutional markets, aiming to generate strong risk-adjusted returns through active asset management and disciplined underwriting.

Founded by Joe Kerley, Sotol Capital blends entrepreneurial real estate experience with targeted investment execution. Kerley began acquiring investment properties at a young age, including a notable value-add student housing acquisition near the University of Denver, where he structured debt and equity to execute a renovation plan with professional construction and property management teams.

The firm’s strategy emphasizes real-world property improvement and cash-flow optimization tailored to markets with stable demand fundamentals.

Sotol Capital’s project portfolio includes multifamily and student housing assets such as Kara Lynn Apartments (University of Denver) and Allen Place Apartments (Baylor University), reflecting its focus on properties serving institutional demand drivers like universities. While relatively young compared with larger sponsors, Sotol aims to create value for its investor base through thoughtful repositioning and operational oversight.