2023 Ones to Watch – Industry Leaders: Lee Rosenthal of West Shore

November 24, 2023

West Shore President Lee Rosenthal was recognized in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Ones to Watch Industry Leaders Spotlight.

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What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?  West Shore celebrated its landmark 50 th  acquisition earlier this year with the addition of Atlas Bluewood Apartments, located in the rapidly growing North Dallas region of Texas, to its portfolio of diverse multifamily real estate assets throughout the United States. This milestone demonstrates West Shore’s strategy of blending an entrepreneurial approach to real estate with institutional investment discipline. Our fast-growing company leverages its local market expertise and management experience to identify unique investment opportunities and create value.

What makes this nominee an Industry Leader?  “Under Lee’s leadership, West Shore continues to grow our presence in key markets throughout the southeastern and southwestern United States. His expertise plays a pivotal role in advancing our dynamic and entrepreneurial approach, enabling West Shore to provide exceptional experiences and achieve meaningful results for our properties, residents, and investors.” – Courtney Retzky Wolf , Vice President of Marketing at West Shore.

About West Shore


West Shore is a fully integrated real estate investment firm with a specific focus on the acquisition and management of multifamily assets. It is a dynamic, fast-growing company that blends an entrepreneurial approach to real estate with institutional investment discipline. Its principals are experienced management and real estate private equity executives. Boston-based West Shore was founded in 2016 and owns and operates a diverse portfolio of 52 multifamily properties in seven states, totaling over 16,500 units with a total market value of more than $4.0 billion. For more information about West Shore, please visit the company’s website at www.west-shore.com. 

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