Vine Brook
Vine Brook
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Executive
Summary
As a real estate company focused on affordability, quality, and value of their single-family homes for lease, VineBrook has
demonstrated its commitment to providing a variety of housing options and being a good citizen in the communities where it owns
homes. HR&A was engaged to evaluate and communicate VineBrook’s impacts and contributions in Cincinnati. HR&A’s analysis
focused on four areas to demonstrate VineBrook’s impact in the community and to respond to criticisms. Specifically, HR&A
analyzed housing market dynamics in the study area and VineBrook’s direct investment impact, property quality standards, rental
rates and rent escalation, and local community presence.
HR&A’S APPROACH
14%
At 3,000 properties, VineBrook owns <1% of the
12%
12.81% total housing stock in Hamilton County (approx.
10% 11.59% 320,000 units).
8%
In 2021-22, 75% of these purchases have been from
6% existing investor owners, i.e., these homes were not
4% made available to individual homeowners.
2%
0.28% 0.64% Further, 87% of VineBrook’s properties bought
0% between 2018-2021 were renter-occupied at the
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 time of purchase. These purchases represent a
change in ownership, but not a decrease in the
housing stock available to homeowners.
Note: Single-family rentals (SFRs) are single-family homes that are rented out to residents.
Source: ACS 1-Year Estimates & ACS 5-Year Estimates; Hamilton County Auditor Tax Year Information; 6
VineBrook data
VineBrook Homes Final Presentation | HR&A Advisors
HOUSING MARKET DYNAMICS | HOMEOWNERSHIP RATE
The homeownership rate has risen and outperformed the County in
census tracts where VineBrook owns properties.
8.5 mos.
7,000 $160,294
Housing Inventory
$138,625
Housing Price
6,000 5,643 $150,000
1,600
+24%
Note: Rental assistance provides protection against penalties for nonpayment (such as eviction and late fees) by
temporarily or permanently forgiving rent. VineBrook verifies need for assistance with federal and employer 16
documentation and by contacting nonprofits and local jurisdictions.
VineBrook Homes Final Presentation | HR&A Advisors
VINEBROOK IMPACT | RESIDENT SUPPORT
…and skills training to improve their financial health, paving the
path to long-term stability.
800+
VineBrook residents have received financial
literacy training through Operation Hope
Note: “Rehabilitation” refers to property renovation at the time of purchase; “Repairs, maintenance, and
turnover” refers to ongoing repairs and maintenance. 20
Source: VineBrook Data
VineBrook Homes Final Presentation | HR&A Advisors
VINEBROOK IMPACT | PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Most code violations (99.6%) on VineBrook’s properties are minor
and quickly addressed.
0.2
CODE VIOLATION RESPONSES
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Source: VineBrook data
VineBrook Homes Final Presentation | HR&A Advisors
VINEBROOK IMPACT | PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
VineBrook has a dedicated property management team to respond
to resident complaints and maintain properties.
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dedicated property management staff
ensure quick responses to resident
questions and issues
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VineBrook Homes Resident App
Note: Property management staff covers portfolio management, leasing and retention, and service
management. Rehab staff covers construction admin., management, and inspection. 24
Source: VineBrook Data
VineBrook Homes Final Presentation | HR&A Advisors
VINEBROOK IMPACT | NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION
VineBrook’s long-term presence and ongoing property maintenance
have a positive impact on neighborhood stability.
+125% +75%
2008, VineBrook has rehabilitated and brought back
1,742 previously vacant homes into the housing
market in Hamilton County. Since inception,
VineBrook has invested over $400M in the market.
Note: Neighborhood stabilization includes – (i) the rehabilitation of vacant or foreclosed residential properties,
(ii) long-term presence in the community, and (iii) increase in property values.
‘VineBrook neighborhoods’ refers to neighborhoods where VineBrook owns >10 properties 25
Source: VineBrook data; Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI)
VineBrook Homes Final Presentation | HR&A Advisors
VINEBROOK IMPACT | COMMUNITY SUPPORT
VineBrook works with local nonprofits and supports charitable
organizations with monetary and in-kind donations.
VineBrook team members work on building a new home for Habitat for Humanity, July 2022
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