Parks Associates Reports Growth in Property-Wide Wi-Fi Adoption Among Multifamily Communities
According to Parks Associates research presented at the Smart Spaces conference on property connectivity, nearly 60% of multifamily communities offering bulk internet services also provide property-wide Wi-Fi. This trend is particularly strong among larger and mid-rise buildings, highlighting a shift toward managed connectivity as part of broader smart building strategies. The data shows that adoption has increased slightly from Q2 2024 to the current quarter, with 31% of multifamily residents reporting access to property-wide Wi-Fi. The integration of bulk internet services and comprehensive wireless coverage is seen as a way for property owners to enhance resident satisfaction while supporting smart technologies and operational efficiencies. The Smart Spaces event in Plano, Texas brings together industry leaders from real estate, broadband, security, proptech, and connected building sectors to discuss the future of multifamily housing technology. The conference features insights from executives across major companies involved in property management and connectivity solutions.
Topics: connected multifamily strategies property-wide Wi-Fi residential technology