Investment Firm of the Year: West Shore
Lee Rosenthal, President
West Shore, a fully integrated real estate investment firm with a specific focus on the acquisition and management of multifamily assets, recently made its landmark 50th acquisition for the fast-growing company that blends an entrepreneurial approach to real estate with institutional investment discipline.
Boston-based West Shore was founded in 2016 and owns and operates a diverse portfolio of of 14,000 units at 46 multifamily properties across seven states, with a total market value of more than $3.5 billion.
The firm is led by Lee Rosenthal. He oversees all aspects of the firm including overall direction and growth, investment strategy, investor relations, property management, development, acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and asset management.
Prior to forming West Shore, Mr. Rosenthal was responsible for the underwriting, analysis, and execution of all acquisitions, dispositions, and financing at Northland Investment Corporation for a multifamily portfolio of 23,000 units. Over the course of six years, he closed on the acquisition of nearly 7,500 units, the disposition of nearly 2,500 units, and the refinancing of over 40 properties contributing to over $2 billion in capital events. Additionally, Lee played an active role in the asset management of the portfolio. He holds an AB from Harvard College. He is a member and active participant in ULI, REFA, NMHC, and Combined Jewish Philanthropies.
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