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Guardian Doubles Washington Presence with Addition of Nine HUD Communities

original The Olympian in Olympia, WA, Photo Credit: Isaac Colavecchio

The Olympian in Olympia, WA, Photo Credit: Isaac Colavecchio

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Guardian, a leader in Pacific Northwest multifamily property operations, is proud to announce it assumed management of nine HUD-subsidized apartment communities serving low-income seniors and families across Washington.

“This expansion reflects our continued commitment to providing housing for all and strengthens our ability to serve more Washington housing communities with the care and attention they deserve.” Tom Brenneke, President, Guardian

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The transition includes a total of 1,300 apartment homes located in nine counties, spanning from Vancouver to Port Townsend and Spokane to Chehalis, marking a significant expansion of Guardian’s affordable housing management portfolio. These communities provide affordable housing options for seniors and families throughout Washington.

The phased transition took effect on February 1, 2025, for four communities, and April 1, 2025, for the remaining five. With this addition, Guardian doubled its presence in Washington, and the Evergreen State now makes up 20% of its managed portfolio.

“We’re honored to be a trusted partner in preserving housing that helps these communities thrive,” said Tom Brenneke, President of Guardian. “This expansion reflects our continued commitment to providing housing for all and strengthens our ability to serve more Washington housing communities with the care and attention they deserve.”

Guardian brings more than 20 years of experience in the management of affordable housing, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and HUD-subsidized properties. As property manager, Guardian will oversee all operational aspects of the nine communities, including compliance, maintenance, marketing, and resident support, with a focus on supporting long-term housing preservation.

About Guardian

Guardian is a developer, owner, and operator of multifamily properties, providing innovative real estate solutions dedicated to community and housing for all. Based in the Pacific Northwest, our customer-focused team is committed to supporting and lifting the communities we serve. Since 2002, Guardian has developed or acquired 11,000 multifamily units and 350,000 square feet of commercial space. With more than 450 team members, our management portfolio consists of 135 communities across four states. For more information, visit gres.com.

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Kim Gaube, Director of Marketing, Guardian
503-802-3541 | kim.gaube@gres.com

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