Melbourne in focus for build-to-rent developers

A series of new build-to-rent projects is emerging in Melbourne, as major developers converge on a sector primed for significant growth.

Melbourne-headquartered development giant GURNER recently announced it had linked up with global funds manager Qualitas, with the partnership set to become one of the biggest players in the rapidly evolving Australian build-to-rent scene. 

The partners have a 1,200-plus unit pipeline worth more than $1 billion…