What occupancy triggers the refinance from bridge to permanent?

Most CMBS permanent lenders require 90%+ occupancy sustained for 3 to 6 months with NOI supporting 1.25x DSCR at the new loan amount. Some conduits will underwrite with 85%+ if the trend is strong and remaining units are pre leased at market rates.

Can I get non recourse terms on the bridge phase?

Yes. Institutional bridge lenders and debt funds offer non recourse terms for experienced multifamily operators on loans above $5M. Smaller bridge loans ($2 to 5M) may require partial recourse or completion guarantees for the renovation component.

What renovation scope is typical for multifamily value add?

Standard value add scope includes kitchen and bathroom upgrades, flooring replacement, in unit washer/dryer installation, and amenity improvements (clubhouse, pool, fitness center). Budget $10,000 to $25,000 per unit for interior renovations targeting $100 to $300 monthly rent premiums.

Published: March 31, 2026·Last updated: September 7, 2026·By Ed Freeman, Capital Advisor. PeerSense

What is the best financing for multifamily at 75 to 80% (bridge) / 65% (permanent) LTV?

Multifamily bridge loans provide 75 to 80% LTV interest only financing at 8 to 12% for 12 to 36 months, enabling acquisition, unit renovation, and rent stabilization. Once occupancy reaches 90%+ and NOI supports 1.25x DSCR, refinance into permanent CMBS (typically 6.75% to 9%, with the strongest deals reaching 6.25%) or conventional debt with 10 year fixed rate terms and non recourse protection.

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Prime: 6.75% 10 Yr Treasury: 4.78% Est. Bridge Range: 8% to 12% (bridge) / 6.25% to 11%+ typical 6.75 to 9% (permanent)as of Sep 7, 2026

Multifamily

Bridge to Permanent Multifamily Financing

Acquire, renovate, and stabilize multifamily properties with bridge financing at 75 to 80% LTV, then refinance into permanent CMBS or conventional debt. Complete value add execution strategy.

Minimum 30-35% equity required. Experienced multifamily operators with a value add business plan: unit renovations, amenity upgrades, operational improvements.

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KEY TERMS

Deal Parameters at a Glance

LTV Target

75 to 80% (bridge) / 65% (permanent)

Est. Rate Range

8% to 12% (bridge) / 6.25% to 11%+ typical 6.75 to 9% (permanent)

Term

12 to 36 months (bridge) / 5 to 10 years (permanent)

Recourse

Non recourse available for bridge and permanent

DSCR

N/A (bridge) / 1.25x (permanent)

Closing Speed

14 to 30 days (bridge) / 30 to 45 days (permanent)

Min Loan Size

$10 million and up

Loan Products

Bridge, CMBS, Conventional

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FIT ASSESSMENT

When Is This the Right Fit?

Bridge to permanent is the right strategy when you are acquiring or repositioning a multifamily property that needs unit renovations, amenity improvements, or operational turnaround to achieve market rents. The bridge phase (12 to 36 months) provides interest only capital while you renovate units, increase rents, and stabilize occupancy. Once the property achieves 90%+ occupancy at pro forma rents with 12 months trailing NOI, refinance into permanent CMBS (typically 6.75% to 9%, with the strongest deals reaching 6.25%) to lock in long term fixed rate debt. This strategy works best when the renovation budget is 10 to 25% of acquisition cost and the market supports 15%+ rent premiums for renovated units.

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ADVANTAGES

Key Benefits

Bridge phase funds acquisition and renovation with interest only payments

Unit renovation drives 15 to 30% rent premiums that increase NOI for permanent refi

Non recourse bridge available from institutional lenders for experienced sponsors

Clear exit to CMBS permanent debt at 65% LTV locks in long term fixed rates

Value add multifamily creates 20 to 40% equity through forced appreciation

ALTERNATIVES

Strategic Alternatives

Multifamily CMBS Non Recourse

If your multifamily property is already stabilized and does not need a bridge phase

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Private Credit for Value Add CRE

If your value add plan requires more creative or higher leverage structures

Learn more

Mixed Use CMBS 65% LTV

If your multifamily property includes commercial components

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most multifamily value add bridge loans run 18 to 24 months, with two 6 month extension options available. The renovation period (6 to 12 months) plus lease up to stabilization (6 to 12 months) determines the required bridge term. Plan for 24 months minimum to avoid time pressure.

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PeerSense covers the full commercial capital stack. These are indicative levels direct capital sources have been pricing across these programs as of October 1, 2026.

Originator warehouse

$100M a month

Focus $100 million a month. Will look at $10 million a month. $10 million is not the focus.

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Invoice Factoring

0.5 to 3.5% / 30d

B2B invoices from $20 million a month. Advance 80 to 95 percent of face.

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Bridge Loans

9.00 to 14.00%

$10 million and up. Cash in about 35 percent. Name the takeout first.

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Data Center

CRS to 89%

$1 billion to $30 billion plus. Signed or guaranteed hyperscaler lease.

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Contracted revenue sale

Up to 89%

15 year lease signed or guaranteed by a hyperscaler. Size follows the lease.

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Hotel Financing

Hotel financing is search only for $10 million and up, with cash in about 35 percent.

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Private Credit

7.80 to 18.00%

Non bank flexibility for commercial real estate at $10 million and up.

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SBA 7(a) & 504

Search path. Not a growth lane on this desk.

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DSCR Investor

Search path. Portfolio and multi property DSCR of $10 million and up.

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Published by PeerSense Capital Advisory · Written by Ed Freeman, Founder. Updated September 2026.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Rates, terms, and availability are subject to change based on market conditions, property characteristics, and borrower qualifications. The rate ranges cited reflect approximate market pricing as of September 2026 and may not reflect current conditions at the time of reading. PeerSense sources capital through a curated network of commercial lenders and capital sources. All financing is provided by third party lenders subject to their own underwriting criteria and approval processes. Borrowers should consult with qualified financial and legal professionals before making any financing decisions.