{"id":24,"date":"2025-08-28T18:26:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T18:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.liveattraditions.com\/blog\/?p=24"},"modified":"2025-08-28T18:36:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T18:36:54","slug":"btr-is-gaining-ground","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.liveattraditions.com\/blog\/2025\/08\/28\/btr-is-gaining-ground\/","title":{"rendered":"BTR is Gaining Ground"},"content":{"rendered":"

A recent study published by the Kansas City Business Journal (July 2025) revealed a growing challenge in our housing market: nearly 20% of Kansas City homeowners are cost-burdened, meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing. The most affected groups? Younger buyers and older homeowners, both facing rising costs, stagnant wages, and limited affordable inventory.<\/p>\n

It's a tough time to buy-and Sallee Development has another option.<\/p>\n

At Sallee, our focus on build-to-rent (BTR) communities is more than just a trend. It's a strategic response to exactly what this data is showing: today's residents want flexibility, financial breathing room, and the comforts of a home, without the financial strain of ownership.<\/p>\n

Why Build-to-Rent Makes Sense in Today's Market<\/strong><\/p>\n

As traditional homeownership becomes less accessible, professionally managed rental neighborhoods like Chapman Ridge (Blue Springs), Rustic Heights (Oak Grove), and Barry West (Kansas City Northland) offer a compelling alternative. Residents enjoy:<\/p>\n

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• Brand-new construction with two- and three-bedroom homes<\/li>\n
• Private garages and outdoor space<\/li>\n
• Maintenance-free living and professional management<\/li>\n
• Community amenities like playgrounds, pools, and clubhouses<\/li>\n
• Predictable monthly costs-often lower than mortgage + upkeep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Our residents are young professionals, growing families, downsizing couples, and everyone in between, all seeking the comforts of home with the freedom of renting.<\/p>\n

  A Smarter Way to Live<\/strong><\/p>\n

  The rising cost of ownership isn't just a market hiccup, it's a structural shift. According to the KC Biz Journal, inflation and wage stagnation are making it harder for many households to build long-term equity through ownership. Build-to-rent is meeting that moment with a lifestyle built around flexibility, comfort, and security.<\/p>\n

  As Kansas City continues to grow, Sallee Development remains committed to developing purpose-built rental communities that meet today's needs and tomorrow's.<\/p>\n

  Interested in learning more about other communities?<\/strong><\/p>\n

  Explore current and upcoming BTR developments at www.salleedevelopment.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

  A recent study published by the Kansas City Business Journal (July 2025) revealed a growing challenge in our housing market: nearly 20% of Kansas City homeowners are cost-burdened, meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing. The most affected groups? Younger buyers and older homeowners, both facing rising costs, stagnant wages, and… <\/p>\n

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