Building homes around people
Your Partner in Supported Living Solutions
AREP is a social housing developer which forms long-term partnerships with care providers and housing associations to deliver tailored, sustainable housing solutions that meet real needs - today and for the future
Background
Acorn Real Estate Partners (AREP) was founded by Alex Kellett following a 7 year career in institutional real estate investment for Morgan Stanley and subsequently Crossroads where he managed in excess of €1bn of real estate assets. He recognised the need for a greater offering of people first property solutions in the supported living sector and so launched Acorn Real Estate Partners.
We specialise in sourcing and adapting high-quality homes for supported living and social housing in the Midlands and North of England. We focus on creating sustainable solutions that cater specifically to vulnerable residents, enhancing their living experiences.
From an investor's perspective, this strategy creates high yielding, government backed, passive residential income on long term leases with a positive ESG impact.
Our Process
Listening
Open Communication
Our process begins with understanding the needs and wants of the end user. Every housing situation is different and requires a tailored solution.
Accessible
Purpose Built Housing
Our assistive living spaces are designed to provide the necessary support for residents, enabling them to maintain independence while ensuring their safety and comfort.
Modern
Innovative Designs
Our modern housing designs incorporate sustainable practices and innovative technologies, creating environments that are both efficient and comfortable for all residents.
Compliant
Regulatory Standards
We adhere to all regulatory standards in our developments, ensuring that every project meets the required safety and design specifications for supported living.
AREP in Action
Challenge
A tenant required a 6-bed HMO in the greater Leicester area for single individuals with limited accessibility needs.
Solution
In 2025, AREP sourced an outdated end-terrace house near Loughborough and fully remodelled it. Works included adding an extra bathroom and delivering a rear dormer loft conversion to increase the property footprint.
Outcome
The property was successfully let on a seven-year FRI lease for low-level needs supported housing. AREP is now in the process of sourcing similar properties across the region for this tenant.
Selected Pipeline Examples
5 Bed HMO in Derby
A house in multiple occupation with all ensuite rooms, tailored for young adults with low-level support needs. Well located near public transport and community services to encourage independence.
2 Bed Bungalow near Leicester
An adapted property meeting M4(3) accessibility requirements, with full step-free access and a wet room. Within a 15-minute drive of Leicester city centre for access to services and carers.
6 unit 1 bed apartment cluster in Coventry
A 3 storey commercial property converted into 6x 1 bedroom apartments with the ground floor units M4(3) wheelchair accessible
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AREP continues to selectively expand its network of partnerships with care providers and housing associations needing tenancy solutions. So if you have any active requirements please reach out.
Alternatively, if you are an investor interested in diversifying and expanding your portfolio with high yielding residential real estate, please get in touch to learn more about AREP's current pipeline of opportunities.