Freddie Mac Loans

Freddie Mac Loan Options for Large and Small Properties

As a Freddie Mac Seller/Servicer, Greystone is one of a select number of firms able to originate, underwrite, and close on behalf of Freddie Mac anywhere in the US.

  • Competitive financing and outstanding service
  • Customized, flexible loan solutions for acquisition, renovation, going green, and more
  • Creative solutions for conventional multifamily, targeted affordable housing, small balance, and seniors

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Case Studies
42.4M
Total Closed
Case Studies
237
Units

THE SITUATION

Cortland on the River was a 237-unit, mid-rise multifamily community located in Ada County, Boise, Idaho. Constructed in 2021, the property offered studio, one-, and two-bedroom residences with smart home features and a modern amenity package that included a resort-style pool, fitness center, dog park, outdoor kitchen, and on-site parking. In a capital markets environment marked by rising cap rates, the property continued to demonstrate strong occupancy and solid operating performance. The sponsor sought to refinance existing debt with long-term financing that recognized the asset’s quality and resilient fundamentals.

THE SOLUTION

Greystone provided a $42,400,000 Freddie Mac loan to refinance the property in conjunction with BMO Bank as correspondent. The financing delivered stable, long-term capital structured to support the asset’s ongoing performance and the sponsor’s investment strategy. By leveraging the property’s recent vintage, high-quality construction, and consistent cash flow, the refinancing addressed market volatility while aligning with long-term ownership objectives.

THE RESULTS

The refinance allowed the sponsor to secure long-term financing while preserving flexibility in a shifting market environment. With strong sponsorship and sustained demand in the Boise market, Cortland on the River was positioned for continued operational success. The transaction strengthened the sponsor’s capital structure and mitigated refinancing risk, demonstrating Greystone’s ability to deliver efficient, customized capital solutions for institutional-quality multifamily assets.

Freddie Mac’s index lock provided Cortland with the flexibility to strike in a volatile rate environment while optimizing proceeds
Clint Darby
Senior Managing Director, Greystone
Case Studies
$36.6M
Total Closed
Case Studies
476
Units

THE SITUATION

The property was a 476-unit garden-style multifamily community located in Houston, Texas. Originally developed in 1966, the asset consisted of apartments and townhomes with one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts. After acquiring the community, the sponsor implemented a comprehensive renovation program that included HVAC, roofing, and electrical upgrades, along with interior unit improvements. As capital investments progressed, the sponsor sought to refinance an existing floating-rate bank loan in order to reduce interest rate risk and secure financing that would support the continued execution of the renovation plan.

THE SOLUTION

Greystone provided a $36,595,000 Freddie Mac loan to refinance the property. The loan carried a fixed five-year term and featured full-term interest-only payments, offering predictable debt service and enhanced cash flow flexibility. The financing replaced the prior floating-rate loan and aligned with the sponsor’s strategy to stabilize operations while continuing to invest in the asset.

THE RESULTS

The refinance enabled the sponsor to eliminate floating-rate exposure and lock in fixed-rate financing while continuing property and unit renovations. With a strengthened capital structure and improved cash flow profile, the community was positioned for enhanced operational performance in the Houston market. The transaction highlighted Greystone’s ability to provide customized capital solutions for value-add multifamily properties undergoing significant reinvestment.

This refinance allowed our client to secure long-term, fixed-rate financing while continuing to reinvest in a well-located asset,"
Gill Dolan
Managing Director, Greystone