CommonBond Communities
Andrew Babula is currently the Director of the Real Estate Program at the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business. Prior to this role, Andrew held positions such as Associate Vice President of Brokerage Services at CommonBond Communities, Advisor of Development and Transactions at Varro Real Estate / ASSEMBLY, and Senior Vice President at JLL. With a background in real estate planning, acquisitions, and development, Andrew has extensive experience in leading various projects, managing real estate portfolios, and advising clients on real estate strategies. Andrew holds an MBA in Real Estate and Strategy from Yale School of Management and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Loyola Marymount University.
CommonBond Communities
Since our beginning in 1971, CommonBond has flourished into one of the Upper Midwest’s premier providers of affordable housing with services. By integrating services and housing, we were the first to offer more than just a quality place to live. Our model has always been about supporting people in achieving their goals. Today we provide homes and services for more than 12,000 people every year. We develop, own, or manage more than 6,000 affordable rental apartments and townhomes throughout 58 cities in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. Our beliefs in dignity, respect, and inclusiveness for all people are the driving forces behind our commitment to CommonBond residents. From high-quality buildings to life-changing support services, we create environments and experiences that help each resident meet their goals and be their best self. We build stable homes, strong futures, and vibrant communities. We are CommonBond.