Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Development Solutions
Founded in 1975, we have dedicated over five decades to creating exceptional affordable housing communities across the northeastern United States. Our comprehensive approach integrates development, construction, and property management to deliver high-quality, sustainable living spaces tailored to the needs of families, seniors, and individuals. With a robust pipeline of over 40 projects in progress, we combine innovative design, expert project management, and strategic financing to address critical housing demands. Our commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in green building practices and renewable energy investments, while our community-focused ethos drives partnerships with local stakeholders to revitalize neighborhoods.Recognized for our expertise in navigating complex funding sources, we maintain a portfolio of nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Through continuous staff training and technology integration, we ensure operational excellence in property management. Our guiding valuesRelentless Optimism, Commitment to Quality, and Organizational Agilityanchor every decision. As industry innovators, we leverage 70+ combined years of construction experience through our joint venture, Conifer Realty-LeChase Construction. With a legacy of resilience and adaptability, we remain steadfast in our mission to enhance lives through housing solutions that strengthen communities for generations.
Services
Real Estate Development
Property Management
Construction Services
Affordable Housing
Green Building
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of specialized expertise in affordable housing development
- Our integrated 360-degree approach manages projects from concept to completion
- We implement LEED-certified green building practices across all developments
- Our team maintains strong partnerships with 15+ state housing agencies
- We provide comprehensive property management services for 150+ communities
Services
Real Estate Development
We create high-quality affordable housing communities through comprehensive planning and strategic partnerships. Our expertise spans urban revitalization and suburban development projects. With 50 years of experience, we navigate complex funding sources to deliver tailored solutions that meet community needs while maintaining environmental sustainability standards.
Property Management
Our property management services ensure long-term success for 150+ communities. We provide resident relations, maintenance, budgeting, and regulatory compliance expertise. Through ongoing staff training and technology integration, we maintain operational excellence while fostering vibrant living environments that strengthen neighborhoods through proactive community engagement initiatives.
Construction Services
Through Conifer Realty-LeChase Construction, we deliver full-service construction for affordable housing. With 70+ combined years of experience, our joint venture completes new builds and renovations while maintaining safety standards. We specialize in cost-effective solutions that meet project timelines and budgets, having constructed over 6,000 units across 78 communities with $612M in attributable revenue.
Green Building
We integrate LEED-certified practices and renewable energy systems into all developments. Our green building approach includes energy-efficient designs, eco-friendly materials, and climate-conscious construction methods. These initiatives reduce environmental impact while creating healthier living spaces that lower utility costs for residents through innovative sustainability solutions.
Affordable Housing
We specialize in developing accessible housing solutions for diverse populations. Our affordable housing projects combine modern amenities with cost-effective design. Through strategic financing and partnerships, we address critical housing needs while maintaining quality standards that create thriving communities for families, seniors, and individuals across the northeastern United States.
People
William Gilbane
Chief Executive Officer
William Gilbane leads Conifer Realty with strategic vision, overseeing operations and growth initiatives. With extensive industry experience, he drives the company's mission to create quality affordable housing while maintaining financial sustainability and community impact.
Karrie Simmons
Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer
Karrie Simmons manages financial operations and day-to-day business activities. Her leadership ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting Conifer Realty's expansion and operational efficiency across its 150+ communities and development pipeline.
Lisa M. Kaseman
Executive Vice President, Development
Lisa M. Kaseman leads development efforts, overseeing project acquisition, entitlement, and execution. Her expertise ensures successful implementation of Conifer Realty's 40+ project pipeline while maintaining community-focused development principles.
Charee Russell
Executive Vice President, Property Management
Charee Russell directs property management operations, ensuring exceptional resident experiences across 150+ communities. Her leadership focuses on staff development, operational excellence, and maintaining high standards of community maintenance and resident satisfaction.
Norma Padilla
Executive Vice President, Asset Management
Norma Padilla oversees asset management, optimizing portfolio performance and long-term value. Her strategic approach ensures financial viability while maintaining Conifer Realty's commitment to quality affordable housing and community sustainability.
Questions
What types of housing communities does Conifer Realty Realty develop?
We specialize in affordable housing communities for families, seniors, and individuals across urban and suburban areas.
Do you offer property management services for your developments?
Yes, we provide comprehensive property management services for all our 150+ communities.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
Does Conifer Realty Realty offer construction services?
Yes, through our joint venture Conifer Realty-LeChase Construction, we provide full-service construction.
How does Conifer Realty incorporate sustainability into developments?
We implement LEED-certified practices, renewable energy systems, and green building standards.
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Reviews (7)
Vivian Zeh
Oct 07, 2021
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Feces in washing machines in laundry facility. Maintenance orders on file that are neglected. No enforcement of lease and property violations including smoking drugs only to name two. I literally have a camera. roll of videos and pictures, documentation that I was asked to record against neighbors for the last two years. Personally, I think Conifer just needs and wants subsidies to receive grants from the state and government entities! It helps them; "To run their Drug infested Low Income Housing Communities!"
Monica Torres
Feb 10, 2021
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To whom it may concern: I am writing this as a granddaughter to one of the residents at Linden Lakes apartment complex. I was there this morning to help my grandmother with some paperwork and not only was I. disappointed, but extremely concerned with the state of their parking lot. It snowed a few days ago and there is more snow to happen this evening on February 10. I had issues parking my car and finding a spot available for a guest - not a reserved spot for a resident.
All of the spot numbers are completely covered in sheets of ice and there are sheets of ice and snow between each car parked. Once parked, I myself almost slid and fell on the black ice. It appeared to be extremely.
All of the spot numbers are completely covered in sheets of ice and there are sheets of ice and snow between each car parked. Once parked, I myself almost slid and fell on the black ice. It appeared to be extremely.
Rayfield James Mason Iii
Nov 03, 2020
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I've never written a review, but conifer realty of Maryland would not be a management company I'd give a favorable review. The management office is run by fear. They speak to tenants in a disrespectful and demeaning way. Not once in my 4 years at a conifer managed property, have I ever missed or been late on my rent. In March 0f 2020, during this. covid-19 era, I questioned a $50 court cost, for my first time ever late rent.
When I asked for a copy of this court document, I was told by management, " You don't need to see a court document, just pay the $50 court cost, or else!" I later found out that there was never a junction filed in court under my name. For the next 4 months, management.
When I asked for a copy of this court document, I was told by management, " You don't need to see a court document, just pay the $50 court cost, or else!" I later found out that there was never a junction filed in court under my name. For the next 4 months, management.
Scott Gregg
Oct 05, 2020
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You can start by having someone in the office during regular business hours. Now start cleaning the laundry room and common areas that you should have been doing all along, but now with Covid19 you should be much more diligent. Clean the laundry room!
Cherie McPherson
Jul 07, 2020
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Conifer Maryland is not a place I would recommend if you have other options. I landed here because I needed affordable housing. It was ok but the leasing office had a revolving door, maintenance requests were ignored for months-years, the office didn't make tenants abide by the lease rules which made the rest of us miserable and our building had a. water/sewage backup that was only taken care of because we finally got a maintenance guy that cares and begged for it to be cleaned up.
As soon as i had the opportunity to get out of there, I did. I upheld my agreement giving my 60 day notice, i paid for the two months rent, did my walk through and left a clean undamaged unit, I'm wondering why they are holding my security deposit. I'm unhappy about that. They didn't uphold their responsibility to me as a tenant yet i still paid my rent on time but they make me wait so they can continue to collect interest on my money? I'm not ok with that. Again, it wasn't completely awful but i don't recommend it unless you have no other options. It's stressful.
As soon as i had the opportunity to get out of there, I did. I upheld my agreement giving my 60 day notice, i paid for the two months rent, did my walk through and left a clean undamaged unit, I'm wondering why they are holding my security deposit. I'm unhappy about that. They didn't uphold their responsibility to me as a tenant yet i still paid my rent on time but they make me wait so they can continue to collect interest on my money? I'm not ok with that. Again, it wasn't completely awful but i don't recommend it unless you have no other options. It's stressful.
Woodard Helena Fearnone
Sep 14, 2019
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Hire competent /honest people (and contractors) who understand that it's the residents who suffer in the end. Stop taking advantage of Senior Citizens
Joseph R. Matteo
Sep 12, 2019
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Great place. clean apartments an townhomes. office personnel is great. an maintenance is great. was great to work for. I went down on medical an Corp released me 26 weeks later. no one get well from Corp. only get well an still is the tenants of property I maintain
