Capital Square Achieves Ninth Consecutive Year on Inc. 5000 List Amid Strategic Expansion
Capital Square's sustained recognition on the Inc. 5000 list underscores its strategic growth in tax-advantaged real estate investments and multifamily development, highlighting its competitive position in a rapidly evolving industry.
Capital Square has secured its position on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies for the ninth consecutive year, reflecting a three-year growth rate of 54% and ranking No. 4,918 nationally. The firm, which specializes in tax-advantaged real estate investments and multifamily development, also placed 271 in Virginia and 118 in the real estate sector nationwide. Founded in 2012, Capital Square first appeared on the Inc. 5000 in 2017, and its repeated inclusion signals resilience and strategic execution in a competitive market.
Louis Rogers, founder and co-chief executive officer, attributed the firm's success to its three-pillar approach: investing in tax-advantaged real estate, developing properties in opportunity zones and other areas, and managing assets. This integrated model has fueled expansion, with the company establishing new divisions in recent years. In 2019, Capital Square launched a development arm that has delivered 979 mixed-use apartment units and is building or planning an additional 1,020 units. Many of these projects are in qualified opportunity zones, positioning the firm as a leading sponsor of qualified opportunity zone funds. Notable developments include Otis, named CoStar's 2024 Multifamily Development of the Year, and Maeve, which received ENR Texas & Southeast's 2025 Award of Merit in Residential/Hospitality.
The firm's growth extends to property management, with the 2023 launch of Capital Square Living, a wholly owned subsidiary managing over 40 apartment communities across the Southeast. Capital Square Living was recognized as one of Multi-Housing News' Top Multifamily Property Management Companies of 2024, ranking No. 71 nationwide in its second year. Whitson Huffman, co-chief executive officer and chief investment officer, emphasized that the Inc. 5000 recognition highlights the team's dedication and the firm's strong industry standing. Capital Square has sponsored more than 140 investment offerings and acquired over 175 real estate assets, with investor distributions exceeding $543 million since inception. In January 2024, the firm earned the AMO® accreditation from IREM®, underscoring its commitment to excellence in real estate management. For more information, visit https://www.capitalsq.com.