Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) third-party manager Fresh has been appointed by specialist real estate investor, developer and manager Round Hill Capital to take over the operational management and marketing of its Irish PBSA portfolio. Management has been handed over from the previous operator of the schemes – Nido Living
The partnership with Round Hill Capital will aid Fresh’s expansion in Ireland. In February 2025, the operator was appointed to manage the Alma Place PBSA development in Belfast, which has been ranked within the top ten for student halls in the city by Student Crowd.
Since the contract from Round Hill Capital was awarded, Fresh has successfully onboarded 1,343 student beds since 1 April across four developments in Cork and Dublin.
“We are pleased to announce that we have entrusted Fresh, a leading specialist in residential rental management, with the operational management and marketing of our Irish PBSA Portfolio.
“Fresh’s expertise in the sector distinguished them from competitors and we believe that their management will provide a high-quality living experience for our residents and maximise the value of our assets.”
Kirk Lindstrom, Chief Investment Officer, Round Hill Capital
Located in the centre of Cork, the Broga House scheme provides excellent access to University College Cork, with residents able to take advantage of its brainstorming room, games room and TV lounge.
Curraheen Point comprises a mix of studios and en-suite rooms, with residents benefitting from a group study room, common kitchen and TV lounge.
Ashlin House offers amenities including a gym, games room and cinema, as well as communal kitchen, TV lounge, study room and TULU smart lockers.
Situated in Newmarket within the Liberties area of Dublin, Ardee Point is conveniently located for all the main universities, with amenities including a gym, group study room, TV lounge, cinema and chill out zone.
Residents will also benefit from Fresh’s award-winning ‘Be Wellbeing’ programme, whose dedicated site teams aim to create a sense of belonging and community for all its residents through its four pillars: be active, be connected, be social and be supported.
“We are thrilled to partner with Round Hill Capital, a leading global specialist real estate investor, as we continue to expand our presence in Ireland.
“Taking on these four fantastic properties – our first in Cork and expanding in Dublin – marks an exciting step in growing our portfolio and bringing our market-leading management services to even more students.
“I would like to take the opportunity to thank the Fresh team for their commitment throughout the tender process and their hard work onboarding the properties.
“We are excited to introduce our new residents to all that Fresh has to offer.”
Sam Scott, Managing Director, Fresh
Community engagement and activities are encouraged through the Be calendar of events and a resource hub is available to support residents with both their mental health and wellbeing.
