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Greystar Expands Global Reach: Pioneering U.S. Real Estate Giant Makes Strategic Entry into Korea's Booming Rental Market

Greystar Ventures into Korea with Strategic Leadership and Vision

Greystar, the foremost residential real estate asset management firm in the United States, is setting its sights on the Korean market. The company has recently announced the appointment of Kang Jung-hwan, a seasoned expert formerly at Samsung SRA Asset Management, to lead its Korean operations.

Kang Jung-hwan, representative of Greystar's Korean office

Strategic Expansion and Market Focus

With plans to establish its presence in One Grove, a prominent office building in Magok-dong, Seoul by July, Greystar is poised to make a significant impact. The firm, boasting a global footprint with 63 offices and managing assets worth $76 billion as of 2023, is renowned for its focus on rental housing real estate development and investment.

Korea's Rental Market: A New Frontier

"The Korean rental housing market is experiencing remarkable growth, attracting global asset management firms," stated Representative Kang. Greystar aims to leverage its expertise to develop and invest in rental residential products, aligning with Korea's evolving real estate landscape.