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Cottonwood acquires Mandel Group's assets

PRIVATESep 10, 2026about 3 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Cottonwood Communities

Acquired Company

Mandel Group

Salt Lake CityMilwaukeeResidentialReal EstateReal Estate InvestmentProperty ManagementCommercial Real Estate

Description

Cottonwood Communities is merging with Mandel Group, contributing 13 apartment properties valued at over $600 million. Mandel will receive units in Cottonwood’s operating partnership and cash. The transaction aims to combine their apartment management operations and enhance their portfolio with high-quality properties. Cottonwood will manage an additional 2,346 units post-transaction.

Company Information

Company

Cottonwood Communities

Location

1245 Brickyard Road

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Mandel Group?

Mandel Group was acquired by Cottonwood Communities, based in Salt Lake City. The deal was reported on September 10, 2026. Cottonwood Communities is privately held and operates in Residential.

When did Cottonwood Communities acquire Mandel Group?

Cottonwood Communities's acquisition of Mandel Group was reported on September 10, 2026. Cottonwood Communities is merging with Mandel Group, contributing 13 apartment properties valued at over $600 million. Mandel will receive units in Cottonwood’s operating partnership and cash. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Mandel Group do?

Mandel Group is an independent, privately held real estate development and asset management company. Since its founding in 1991, it has completed over $2.4 billion in residential and commercial real estate development. It is privately held, operating in Real Estate, and is based in Milwaukee.

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