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Transforming Boston’s Student Housing Market Through Strategic Investment

Family-owned. Boston-focused. Vision-driven.

Who We Are

Family-Owned. Boston-Based. Vision-Driven.

CEI Realty, LLC is a privately-owned artisan real estate company specializing in value-add student housing in the Greater Boston area. We identify underutilized properties with untapped potential. Through disciplined, bottom-up investing and precision-driven execution, we transform them into student housing communities that maximize asset value

Our Mission

A Commitment to Excellence.

At CEI Realty, LLC, we are dedicated to:

Revitalizing Boston’s Student Housing: Enhancing student living experiences across the city with thoughtful, innovative solutions.
Maximizing Value: Strategically renovating properties to drive long-term growth and strong returns.
Building Stronger Communities: Strengthening Boston neighborhoods through responsible, impactful investments.

What We Do

Transforming Properties with Purpose.

We specialize in:

Student Housing Investment: Investing in high-potential student housing properties to meet the needs of Boston’s growing student population.
Property Management: Providing hands-on, expert management to enhance tenant satisfaction and optimize property performance.
Strategic Property Acquisition: Identifying and acquiring properties in high-growth areas, leveraging thorough market analysis to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Meet Our Founder

Griffin M. Christian – Building Boston’s Future.

"At CEI, we believe in creating homes that empower students and uplift neighborhoods."

Griffin M. Christian, CEI Realty’s Operating Partner, leads with expertise and a passion for community development.

Education: BS, Providence College
Interests: Architecture, cars, and driving innovation in real estate.

Coming Soon

Success Stories in Student Housing

Team

Griffin

Head of Acquisition

Griffin conducts due diligence, analyzes investments, and leads development.

Kristen

Managing Member

Kristen is the managing member of CEI Realty ultimately responsible for the day-to-day operations, making decisions, and representing the company in legal and contractual matters.

Why Choose CEI Realty, LLC?

Your Trusted Partner in Boston Real Estate.

Local Expertise
Diversity of Team Experience
Data-Driven Decision Making

What Our Clients Say

Testimonials from Property Owners and Students

CEI transformed our property beyond our expectations. Their commitment to quality and the student experience is unmatched.”
— Property Owner, Beacon Hill

As a student, I couldn’t have asked for a better place to live. CEI knows how to balance comfort with practicality.”
— Boston University Student