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Garner Today
By the People, for the People
Center Park Group Breaks Ground on New Build-to-Rent Community in Garner, NC
106-unit rental development underway at 5115 Auburn Church Road
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Center Park Group, a general contractor and home builder, has announced that land development is underway at 5115 Auburn Church Road in Garner, North Carolina, a new build-to-rent community. The 106-unit project is a partnership between Center Park Group and Saxum Real Estate Partners, with Center Park Group serving as the general contractor. The community is scheduled to open in phases starting in the third or fourth quarter of 2026.
Why it matters
The launch of 5115 Auburn Church Road marks Saxum's debut into the build-to-rent (BTR) housing market within the Raleigh-Durham metro area, which has seen strong population and job growth in recent years. The new community aims to address the national housing shortage by providing institutional-quality rental homes in a high-demand suburban market.
The details
The 5115 Auburn Church Road development will feature 106 ranch and two-story duplex homes ranging from 1,450 to 1,785 square feet, with three- and four-bedroom floor plans. Homes will include luxury finishes, large kitchens, spacious bedrooms, and private fenced yards. Each residence will have a one- or two-car garage with electric vehicle charging capabilities. The community will also offer amenities such as a clubhouse, pool, pickleball courts, a pocket park, playground, dog park, and walking trails.
- Land development began in July 2025.
- Vertical construction is expected to start in Spring 2026.
- The community is scheduled to open in phases starting in the third or fourth quarter of 2026.
The players
Center Park Group
A general contractor and home builder that is serving as the general contractor for the 5115 Auburn Church Road project.
Saxum Real Estate Partners
A real estate development firm that is partnering with Center Park Group on the 5115 Auburn Church Road project, marking Saxum's debut into the build-to-rent housing market in the Raleigh-Durham area.
Jason Esposito
The president of Center Park Group.
Daniel Servidio
The development manager at Saxum Real Estate Partners.
What they’re saying
“5115 Auburn Church Road reflects the type of build-to-rent community we're proud to help deliver—one designed for operational efficiency, long-term performance and resident appeal.”
— Jason Esposito, President, Center Park Group (Patch.com)
“The launch of 5115 Auburn Church Road marks a successful debut for Saxum's BTR strategy within our housing platform. We are extremely proud of the best-in-class team we've assembled to execute this deal and the robust pipeline ahead across multiple Southeast and Midwest markets.”
— Daniel Servidio, Development Manager, Saxum Real Estate Partners (Patch.com)
What’s next
The community is expected to open in phases starting in the third or fourth quarter of 2026.
The takeaway
The 5115 Auburn Church Road project represents a strategic expansion of the build-to-rent housing model into the high-growth Raleigh-Durham market, addressing the national housing shortage with institutional-quality rental homes designed for modern living.
