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NewStar Exchange

Atlanta, GA · Founded 2021 · — AUM

Offerings on the Baker 1031 Platform
Assets Under Management
2021
Founded
Atlanta, GA
Headquarters
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Platform Offerings
Overview

NewStar is a vertically integrated, full-service real estate firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2021 by former executives of Preferred Apartment Communities (NYSE: APTS). Through its NewStar Exchange affiliate it sponsors 1031/DST offerings in income-producing residential communities across fast-growing Southeastern markets. As of February 2026 it manages 15 residential investments totaling more than 1,100 units and roughly $350 million in total cost.

Platform Strengths
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Vertically integrated with in-house investment, asset, property and construction management and development

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Founded and led by former Preferred Apartment Communities (NYSE: APTS) executives

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Focused on fast-growing Southeastern markets (Atlanta, Charlotte, Tampa, Orlando, Nashville)

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Targets income-producing residential: multifamily, townhomes, and single-family build-to-rent

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15 residential investments / 1,100+ units / ~$350M total cost (Feb 2026)

Full-Cycle Track Record

Realized performance

NewStar Exchange is tracked on the Baker 1031 platform but has not yet reported completed (full-cycle) programs, so realized return metrics are not yet available.
Offerings

Current offerings from NewStar Exchange

AvailableNewStar 17 Sweetwater Springs DST — Multifamily
DST · Multifamily 506(c)

NewStar 17 Sweetwater Springs DST

4.40%Current Dist.
8.27%Est. Cap Rate
45%LTV
$100KMin.
SponsorNewStar Exchange
LocationGA
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AUM reflects NewStar Exchange's broader platform, not its DST program alone. Full-cycle metrics are realized, net-to-investor results reported by the sponsor and compiled by Baker 1031; they are not audited and past performance does not guarantee future results. This profile is informational only and is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security, or investment, tax, or legal advice. Securities offered through Aurora Securities, Inc., member FINRA / SIPC; Baker 1031 Investments is independent of Aurora Securities, Inc.