Move to the Music

Lincoln Portfolio on Point

By Yardi Blog Staff on Jun 11, 2015 in News

Countless studies examine and relay Millennials’ consumer habits, expectations, needs, wants and way of thinking. But there’s one thing that’s obvious without needing any study to uncover it: Millennials live and breathe music. While iPhone docks, great  sound systems and entertainment lounges are all great amenities to offer, you can’t beat physical proximity to the finest venues for live music acts.

For those looking to catch the best music acts at the most outstanding music venues, Los Angeles and Nashville are the places to be, according to the 26^th annual Pollstar Concert Industry Awards, which celebrates the world of live music. One company that makes sure its music-loving residents are close to the finest music venues is Lincoln Property Company. As the second largest property manager in the United States and with 163,000 units currently under management, it’s easy to find a Lincoln Property-managed apartment near the best live music venues in the country.

• Los Angeles.

Pollstar’s 26^th annual awards show named the Hollywood Bowl Best Major Outdoor Concert Venue, Forum Inglewood the Best New Major Concert Venue, while the Greek Theatre snagged the Red Rocks Award for Best Small Outdoor Venue.

For proximity to the world-famous Hollywood Bowl, it doesn’t get better than Lincoln’s The Avenue Hollywood. Located only 1.1 miles from the Hollywood Bowl, The Avenue sits on the western edge of Hollywood, offering swift access to countless music venues, nightclubs, art galleries, fitness spots, cafes, bars restaurants, shopping and farmers’ markets.

Community amenities include a heated swimming pool, whirlpool, fire pit with high-end BBQ grills, fitness center, courtyard pocket park and a turf dog run. The Avenue also offers such concierge service and a bevy of other residents services ranging from pet grooming to auto detailing. The Avenue Hollywood celebrated its grand opening in April 2012 and features 180 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, including penthouse units of up to 2.373 square feet, and street-level retail space.

While The Avenue Hollywood is also a great location for proximity to the hottest new outdoor venue, The Greek Theatre, Lincoln Property’s upcoming 156-unit Studio 77 project is also well close-by, at a distance of only 8 miles. Set to open in 2015, the community will entice residents with its NoHo arts district location, an outdoor screening lounge, clubroom, pool, spa/hot tub, fitness center, private patios/balconies and gated entrance. Studio 77 will feature 156 units.

Located in the heart of Marina del Rey, Stella is only a quick 15-minute drive away from Forum Inglewood. Not only is Stella close to the swanky new music venue, it’s also only blocks away from the ocean and beaches and sits surrounded by retail, restaurants and bars. The 244-unit, LEED-certified Stella features resort-style amenities such as heated saltwaer pool, cabanas, hot tub, sandy beach, pond, outdoor living area with fire coves, podium lounge, 24-hour fitness facility, spa facility, yoga room, business center, professional conference room, private screening room, dog park, garage and bike facilities.

• Nashville

They don’t call the city on the Cumberland River Music City for nothing. According to Pollstar, Ryman Auditorium is the Theatre of the Year, while Bridgestone Arena is the Arena of the Year.

With only 0.7 miles distance between them, it doesn’t get much closer to Ryman Auditorium than 909 Flats. Set to open in the fourth quarter of 2015, 909 Flats combines eco-friendly living with old-school Nashville. It will offer 232 luxury studio, one- and two-bedroom units and a bevy of high-end amenities including an artist studio, a sound studio with practice lounge, swimming pool, fitness center, dog park, dog spa, bike storage, controlled access parking garage, business center and a sky lounge with views of downtown Nashville.

While 909 Flats is less than a mile from Bridgestone Arena as well, 2100 Acken Flats is also a great option, with a mere 2.3 miles distance from the high-rated arena. For artist types looking for more privacy 2100 Acken Flats will offer only 42 luxury studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Amenities will include ground-level retail, BBQ grills, outdoor lounge with flat screens, fire pit, bike racks and covered parking garage.