University of Pennsylvania Student Housing
Overview
| Deal Type |
Debt Capital Markets |
|---|---|
| Size |
$69 Million Senior Secured Credit Facility |
| Client & Transactional Partners |
University of Pennsylvania Greystar JLC Infrastructure |
| Our Role |
Lead Arranger Hedge Provider |
Summary
On January 9, 2026, KeyBanc Capital Markets closed on the $69 million Senior Secured Credit Facility (the Facility) for Greystar and JLC Infrastructure. The Facility shall be used to finance the redevelopment of a 493-bed property known as Sansom Place West, which is an on-campus graduate student housing facility, and delivered under a long-term ground lease with the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn).
The unit mix emphasizes studio apartments (403 units) – a preference identified by current Accolade residents – plus 45 two-bedroom units. The site consists of two 16-story towers located within walking distance of all 12 of UPenn’s graduate schools and transit options, including SEPTA trolleys, buses, and regional rail. SPW will operate on a 75-year ground lease, with flexibility to lease to undergraduates, students from nearby universities, or the public via a leasing waterfall.
The University of Pennsylvania is a private Ivy League research university founded in 1740 near the western portion of the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. UPenn offers more than 90 undergraduate degrees and 12 master’s and doctorate schools. The university is highly selective, receives over 60,000 first-year applicants annually, and has an acceptance rate of less than 6%, reflecting its academic rigor and competitiveness.
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