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CLS Student

A HERITAGE OF EXCELLENCE
A future of results

With decades of experience, multiple SHB Innovator Awards, a foundation in five-star hospitality, and a relentless commitment top performance, we transform properties into high-performing communities that attract, retain, and inspire today’s students—while maximizing long-term value for ownership.

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LEADING AND INNOVATING
At every level

CLS has earned its reputation as a national leader in student housing—delivering elevated service, results-backed strategies, and exceptional performance at every property we touch.

A Trusted Leader in Student Housing Management

ORA Award

A national recognition for exceptional online reputation score.

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Certified Training
in 5-Star Hospitality

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Proven to foster a high-trust, high performance workplace culture.

We deliver through a proven formula of hustle, hospitality, and hands-on management.

Units

10,300+

Beds

32,000+

Markets

37

Combined Leadership Experience

150 Years

A Signature Approach
To elite operations

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The hospitality edge
We’re the only operator in the country built on five-star hospitality training. Our teams are equipped to deliver concierge-level care, vibrant communities, and residence life programming that helps students flourish—inside and outside the classroom.

03
An owner's state of mind
We bring a performance-first mindset to every property, acting as a true investment partner. Our teams are dialed into the details: from maximizing occupancy to uncovering revenue opportunities, we manage like it’s our own.

02
Next-gen strategies for next-gen living
Our approach combines data-driven leasing intelligence, highly targeted digital marketing, on-the-ground execution, and immersive resident programming to create communities that connect—and outperform.

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Introducing CLS’s signature approach to unlocking NOI optimization, operational efficiency, and breakthrough success.

Real Performance.
Real Results.

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We turned to CLS because we knew that they’d bring an owner’s perspective to operations and be our best possible partner in generating value for our investors. I wouldn’t call them third-party managers, but partners in the truest sense of the word.

- Neil Rubler, Founder and CEO My Vessel

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We look for partners with a pedigree in operations coupled with an owner’s mentality. CLS Living is such a partner. We couldn’t be happier, and the results speak for themselves.

- Jason White, SVP Asset Management, William Fideli Investments

Blue quotation mark at CLS Living in Austin, Texas

The CLS team exemplifies professional student housing management. It’s refreshing to work with such seasoned individuals who demonstrate an incredible team approach.

- Steven Walker, RPC Realty Capital

Let's set a new standard
together

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