Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner
Since 1916, United Properties has been a leader in commercial real estate ownership, investment, and development. Our century-plus experience is built on honest, quality work delivered by dedicated professionals committed to creating value beyond physical structures. We leverage our strong financial foundation to make strategic, forward-thinking decisions while maintaining a focus on sustainability and community enrichment. Our approach emphasizes long-term relationships with clients, partners, and employees, ensuring alignment with our core values of integrity and excellence. We specialize in multi-family, industrial, senior living, retail, and office property development across Minnesota, Colorado, and Texas.Our commitment to environmental stewardship is evident in every project phase, from planning to post-completion sustainability practices. Through philanthropy and local partnerships, we strive to enhance the communities where we operate. Our financial stability allows us to pursue innovative projects while maintaining a disciplined investment strategy. With over $1 billion in completed projects, we combine institutional expertise with agile decision-making. Our team's deep industry knowledge ensures every development meets evolving market demands while delivering lasting value for stakeholders.
Services
Multi-Family Development
Industrial Real Estate
Senior Living Communities
Retail Properties
Office Space Development
Mixed-Use Projects
Sustainable Development
Property Management
Investment Partnerships
Community Enrichment
Details
- Year established: 1916
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of commercial real estate expertise across five property sectors
- Our value-driven approach prioritizes long-term community impact over short-term gains
- We maintain LEED-certified sustainable development practices in all projects
- Our financial stability enables swift decision-making for time-sensitive opportunities
- We combine institutional expertise with local market knowledge in three key states
Associations and certifications
- LEED
What people say
Award-winning sustainability
Community enrichment
Financial stability
Experienced team
Innovative designs
Services
Multi-Family Development
We create vibrant residential communities across three states, focusing on sustainable design and resident engagement. Our developments feature modern amenities and energy-efficient construction while fostering neighborhood integration. Each project combines market demand with community needs to deliver both financial returns and social value.
Industrial Real Estate
Our industrial developments prioritize strategic locations and flexible design for modern logistics needs. We offer build-to-suit solutions and speculative developments with attention to environmental impact mitigation. Properties feature advanced infrastructure for technology-driven operations while maintaining cost-efficiency for tenants.
Senior Living Communities
The Amira brand provides various senior living options including active adult rentals and care facilities. We focus on creating age-friendly environments with seamless transition between care levels. Properties combine comfort-focused design with sustainability features while maintaining strong operator partnerships for quality assurance.
Office Space Development
We develop modern office spaces tailored to evolving workforce needs, including historic renovations and LEED-certified buildings. Our approach balances functional design with environmental responsibility, offering flexible layouts and premium locations that enhance tenant productivity and satisfaction.
Sustainable Development
Environmental stewardship guides all our projects from initial planning through completion. We implement energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and water conservation measures while maintaining rigorous financial discipline. This approach creates long-term value for both clients and the communities we serve.
People
Matt Van Slooten
Chief Executive Officer
Leading United Properties' strategic direction with decades of real estate experience, focusing on sustainable growth and community impact through innovative development practices.
Chris Pohlad
Chief of Staff
Overseeing organizational effectiveness and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with company values while driving operational excellence across all development sectors.
Karla Carlson
Executive Vice President, Amira Senior Living
Directing senior living strategy with emphasis on quality care standards, brand consistency, and sustainable operations across multiple states.
Connor McCarthy
Senior Vice President, Commercial Development
Managing commercial development projects with focus on industrial and mixed-use properties, leveraging market insights to deliver innovative solutions.
Naomi Ohnstad
Vice President, Senior Living Development
Leading senior living project development with expertise in creating age-friendly communities that combine modern design with environmental responsibility.
Questions
What geographic markets does United Properties focus on?
We concentrate on Minnesota, Colorado, and Texas, with local teams in each region managing development and investment activities.
How does United Properties approach sustainability?
Sustainability guides every project phase through energy-efficient design, water conservation, material selection, and long-term environmental impact considerations.
What property types do you develop?
We specialize in multi-family, industrial, senior living, retail, and office properties, with expertise in mixed-use and sustainable developments.
How long has United Properties been in business?
Since our founding in 1916, we've completed over 200 projects totaling more than 20 million square feet across multiple sectors.
What community initiatives do you support?
We engage in local partnerships, philanthropy, and sustainable development practices that enrich communities where we operate.
How do you ensure quality in senior living communities?
Through regular operator audits, standardized quality controls, and resident-focused design principles across all Amira brand properties.
