VASEO APTS

Modern Living, All Inclusive

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Year:

2011-2021

Category:

Workforce Housing

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VASEO offers 1,222 contemporary rental units—including 489 (40%) affordable homes targeted for essential workers such as teachers, nurses, and first responders. Located at 16220 N. 7th St, the project sits near major highways (US‑101, I‑17) and downtown Phoenix, featuring resort-style amenities, stainless‑steel appliances, washer/dryer, resort pools, fitness center, and an on-site convenience store, all within a 64-acre campus.

“Maati’s expertise and diligence were pivotal to our successful acquisitions, and I’d be fortunate to partner with him again.”

Ali Akbar | Director, Transactions

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Why Partner with SkyRaad

Impact-first, returns-optimized
Long-term asset stability
Regulatory experience
Resident-focused design

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Unlocking Transit Synergies: Mixed-Use & Accessibility
August 14, 2025
How Mixed-Income Developments Foster Resilience
July 14, 2025
The Economic Imperative of Workforce Housing in California
June 14, 2025

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Strategic Housing Solutions

“SkyRaad brought both vision and discipline to our project. Their ability to secure financing while keeping community needs at the center made all the difference.”

— Ali Akbar

Director of Transactions, Invesco

Workforce & Mixed-Income Housing

Income-targeted development strategies
LIHTC + Bond structuring
Needs-based design for diverse households
Strategic site selection near employment zones

Affordable Housing Solutions

Full lifecycle compliance management
Stacked funding structures
Public-private finance innovation

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)

Pedestrian-friendly mixed-use projects
Zoning, density, and transportation alignment
Parking reduction and ridership support

Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)

Efficient deal structuring
Risk management and stakeholder alignment
Ground lease and land value strategies

Holistic, Efficient Design

Constructability-first design coordination
Cross-disciplinary collaboration
Energy efficiency focus

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SkyRaad Partners is a pioneering development and consulting real estate firm dedicated to creating high-quality, sustainable communities that meet the diverse needs of today’s urban populations. Our expertise lies in delivering innovative workforce and mixed-income housing solutions, seamlessly integrated within dynamic, transit-oriented communities.

1. Approach

We go beyond traditional development. With two decades of experience, we combine sharp financial strategy with a social mission to address today’s housing crisis. We believe housing is a foundation for opportunity, and every neighborhood deserves access to quality, well-connected living.

Core Values: Inclusivity, Innovation, Impact.

2. Work

Our work reflects a commitment to revitalization through equitable design and long-term community value. We activate sites others overlook—creating space for families, educators, essential workers, and small businesses to thrive together.

3. History

Our team focuses on solving challenges with impactful solutions. With 20 years of experience in real estate, fund management, and housing finance, we bring strategic insight to complex developments and are committed to addressing the housing shortage with equitable solutions.

4. Leadership

Maati Benmbarek is a leader in affordable and workforce housing. With 20 years of experience in real estate, fund management, and housing finance, he combines financial precision with a strong commitment to equitable housing. His track record includes over $1 billion in assets under management, $900 million in successful realized investments, and over $50 million in tax credit placements within the last decade.

VASEO APTS

Phoenix, AZ

2011-2021

Workforce Housing

“Maati’s expertise and diligence were pivotal to our successful acquisitions, and I’d be fortunate to partner with him again.”

Why Partner with SkyRaad

Insights Hub

Unlocking Transit Synergies: Mixed-Use & Accessibility

How Mixed-Income Developments Foster Resilience

The Economic Imperative of Workforce Housing in California

Tell us about your project

Strategic Housing Solutions

Workforce & Mixed-Income Housing

Affordable Housing Solutions

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)

Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)

Holistic, Efficient Design

1. Approach

2. Work

3. History

4. Leadership

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