Who We Are

A vertically integrated real estate investment manager

About us

Round Hill Capital Ventures LLC (“Round Hill Capital”) is a leading global specialist in residential real estate, investment, development and management. With a team of over 80 professionals across ten offices worldwide, the company has a strong track record of delivering value on behalf of some of the world’s leading institutions and private investors.  Originally founded in 2002 by Michael Bickford, the Round Hill Capital brand has over 2 decades of history in the living sector.

 

Our track record

Capital managed by Michael Bickford under the Round Hill Capital brand has transacted over $13 billion of real estate and invested in more than 140,000 residential units and student housing beds.

 

100+

Transactions

20%

IRR on realised investments

1.9x

MOIC

Our focus

We aim to identify emerging investment opportunities early, guided by evolving consumer needs in the accommodation sector. Our approach is grounded in research, experience and a commitment to long-term value creation for both investors and partners.  

For over 22 years, we have been delivering investments that have achieved attractive risk-adjusted returns for primarily core, core+ and value-add assets. We continue to seek compelling forward-looking investments. By supporting innovative models and technologies, we strive to create practical solutions that benefit our residents, investors and stakeholders alike.

Our three strategic pillars

Innovation

Driven by expertise

  • Deep sector expertise
  • Strong local footprint
  • Consumer insights
  • Operational insights
  • World-class partners
  • Technology focus

 

Integration

Efficient Deployment with Vertical Integration

  • Investment management
  • Development management
  • Asset management
  • Marketing & leasing
  • Property management
  • In-house technology

Investment

Conviction and Alignment of Interests

  • Incubation of platforms
  • Co-investment 
  • Employee incentive programme
  • Corporate growth share programme

 

Leading global real estate investment manager

Strong performance

Guided by a macroeconomic perspective and a people-centric philosophy, we place individuals at the heart of everything we do - from the communities that live in our buildings, to the partners who invest in our assets, and the teams working together towards a common goal.

By integrating investment management, development and property management under one platform, we are able to take a holistic approach to real estate, which supports strong performance and long-term value creation across our portfolio.

$13BN

Capital managed

10

Offices in major cities in Europe, USA & Asia

>140K

Units owned / managed since 2002

80+

Employees across the globe

100+

Transactions

12000

Units under development

Round Hill Capital Team

22 years of innovation & leadership

Michael Bickford

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Michael established Round Hill Capital in 2002 and has been responsible for the firm's investment activities, which have resulted in the acquisition and management of over $13 billion of real estate investments.

ESG

Responsible real estate investment

Our company values and strategies are intertwined with our approach to ESG, ensuring that we deliver our investment goals, while supporting the issues that are important to our business partners and wider society.

Time to move?

Your career starts here

Time to move?

We are always looking to hear from interesting and dedicated individuals. If you would like to discuss your future at Round Hill, please browse our vacancies on our careers page and get in touch. 

Careers

Time to talk?

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Important Disclosures

Round Hill Capital Ventures LLC (“Round Hill Capital”) was formed in July 2024 as a partnership between entities controlled by Michael Bickford and CIM Group. CIM Group is a leading community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Round Hill Capital acquired both the Round Hill Capital brand and management contracts for certain assets formerly managed under the round hill capital brand.

Track record and performance-related metrics includes the performance of mandates and funds formerly managed under the Round Hill Capital brand prior to the formation of Round Hill Capital Ventures LLC in July 2024. Past performance is not a guarantee or indicator of future results. All figures as of 31 December 2024.