Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Investment Solutions
Sterling Group has been a leader in real estate investment, development, and property management for nearly half a century. Our vertically integrated approach combines investment management, development, construction, and property management to deliver exceptional value to residents, partners, and investors. We specialize in multifamily housing and self-storage facilities, prioritizing customer satisfaction and colleague fulfillment through disciplined market selection, purpose-driven design, and operational excellence. Our team brings decades of experience in ground-up development, complex renovations, and specialized projects across the Midwest and Southeast. We are committed to creating thriving communities through sustainable construction practices, innovative design, and a focus on long-term asset performance.Our proven track record includes executing thousands of multifamily units and millions of square feet of self-storage investments with consistent results. We empower our colleagues through professional development programs and advanced training, ensuring top-tier service delivery. Our culture is rooted in compassion, inclusion, and community impact, supporting both workplace growth and social responsibility. With a focus on disciplined execution and strategic partnerships, we deliver strong, sustainable returns for our investment partners. Our reputation is built on accountability, teamwork, and the consistent delivery of high-quality real estate solutions.
Services
Property Management
Self-Storage Development
Construction Management
Investment Management
Renovation Services
Multifamily Development
Asset Optimization
Market Analysis
Capital Structuring
Community Development
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in real estate investment and management.
- Our vertically integrated platform ensures quality control across all operations.
- We specialize in purpose-driven design for multifamily and self-storage communities.
- Our proven track record includes $3B+ in aggregated property value.
- We prioritize safety and sustainability in all construction and renovation projects.
Services
Property Management
Sterling Group's property management services combine resident-focused operations with data-driven strategies to maximize asset performance. We prioritize responsive service, proactive maintenance, and operational efficiency across multifamily and self-storage communities. Our teams deliver consistent results through advanced training programs and technology-enabled management systems.
Self-Storage Development
Our Mini Storage Depot brand delivers secure, high-efficiency self-storage facilities in strategic locations. We focus on modern design, operational optimization, and market-driven amenities to meet growing storage demands while ensuring long-term investor value through durable construction standards.
Multifamily Development
Sterling develops Class A multifamily communities with purpose-driven design that balances functionality and aesthetics. Our process includes market analysis, strategic site selection, and HUD financing expertise to create communities that meet resident needs and deliver strong financial performance.
Construction Management
Sterling Construction provides end-to-end construction services for multifamily, senior housing, and self-storage projects. Our integrated approach ensures quality control from planning through completion, with specialized expertise in complex renovations and ground-up developments across the Southeast and Midwest.
Investment Management
We offer institutional-quality investment opportunities through targeted funds and equity tranches. Our services include capital structuring, asset optimization, and strategic dispositions, with a focus on delivering strong returns through disciplined market selection and operational expertise.
People
Larry Swank
Founder and Chairman
Industry leader with 50+ years of experience, growing Sterling Group into a $3B+ portfolio enterprise through integrity-driven leadership and Midwest values.
Lance Swank
President and CEO
39-year veteran overseeing 23,000+ units and 4M sq ft of self-storage, recognized as a national multifamily housing authority with industry event speaking experience.
Larry Swank II
COO and President of Construction
Construction executive managing $1B+ in projects, driving technological innovation and community initiatives while overseeing operational strategy across the Sterling platform.
Andrea Vinstra
Executive Vice President
30+ year multifamily leader managing 200+ team members, recognized for asset value growth and leadership development programs that shape future industry professionals.
Joe Scimia
Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Principal legal advisor with decades of real estate law expertise, specializing in acquisitions, development, and complex zoning matters with national industry recognition.
Questions
What types of properties does Sterling Group specialize in?
Sterling Group focuses on multifamily housing and self-storage facilities, offering end-to-end solutions from development to property management.
In which regions does Sterling Group operate?
We primarily operate in the Southeast and Midwest United States, with projects in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Alabama.
How does Sterling Group approach property management?
Our resident-centered service combines responsiveness, proactive communication, and data-driven operations to maximize property performance and resident satisfaction.
What investment opportunities does Sterling Group offer?
We provide opportunities in multifamily development funds, self-storage master funds, and targeted equity tranches with projected IRRs of 16-18%.
How does Sterling Group ensure construction quality?
Our vertically integrated construction division manages all phases from planning to delivery, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality assurance throughout the process.
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