From Vacancy to Vibrancy: How Invited Transforms Properties into Connected Communities

Sarah remembers when her property’s lobby looked like a transient hotel—residents passed by staring at their phones. As the property manager of a high-rise apartment complex in a major metropolitan area, she tried almost everything to get her residents to engage–from high-touch events, flyers, emails, and even setting up a resident portal. Yet her residents mostly remained strangers under one roof—polite nods replaced real conversations, and minimal social interaction meant that when leases ended, so did the odds of renewal.

Miles away, Brian, responsible for a sprawling university housing community, faced a similar problem. Even with top-tier amenities and flexible leases, the residence hall felt more like a series of closed doors than a close-knit community. The result? Students complained about being bored, disengaged, and moved out. His residents' experiences negatively impacted their overall student experience, and the university took notice.

Then they both discovered Invited ✨

Why Resident Engagement Matters More Than Ever

In today’s competitive multi-family and student housing markets, resident engagement isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Happy, connected neighbors don’t just renew their leases; they become brand ambassadors, leave positive reviews, and elevate your property’s reputation. High retention means lower marketing costs, increased rental income, and a community where every event, from a weekend brunch to a volunteer day, hums with genuine enthusiasm.

In other words: Build a community, not just a building. Forge connections, not just contracts. Provide a home that’s irreplaceable, not just a roof overhead.

The Limitations of Traditional Tools

Standard Resident Portals

Yardi, RealPage ActiveBuilding, BuildingLink

• Great for rent reminders and maintenance requests

• Terrible at igniting human-to-human connections

Social Channels

Facebook Groups, Slack, Nextdoor

• Familiar but chaotic

• Lacks privacy, structure, and tailored matching

• Residents scroll, but don’t truly connect

Event Platforms

Eventbrite, Meetup, Partiful

• Great for public & ticketed gatherings, but your community isn’t “public”

• Outsiders can join, diluting trust, and intimacy

Feedback Tools

SurveyMonkey, Typeform, Cobu

• Ask questions, get answers—but then what?

• No built-in path to turn insights into community action

Lifestyle Marketplaces

Ultimate Events, Flamingo

• Handy for outsourcing events, but events alone aren’t enough

• One-off perks don’t guarantee long-term bonds

Net Result: A fragmented approach that leaves property managers juggling too many tools with too little synergy, resulting in more busy work than outcomes.

Meet Invited: Your All-in-One Resident Engagement Platform

Invited is the transformative solution Sarah and Brian were seeking. It’s not another portal or bulletin board—it’s a holistic community engagement solution. Designed specifically for apartment communities and student housing, Invited weaves together on-demand events, social group matching, event-based feedback loops, and actionable insights into one intuitive platform.

Core Differentiators:

1. Intelligent Resident Matching

   Invited introduces people who share passions, whether it’s for your community events, weekend yoga, board game marathons, or language exchange. Imagine neighbors bonding over common interests instead of ignoring each other in the elevator.

2. Seamless Events & Activities

   Why labor over RSVPs, reminders, and attendance spreadsheets? Invited’s on-demand event curation engine ensures the right residents see the right events. This turbocharges participation, turning empty lounge spaces into buzzing social hubs.

3. Actionable Insights & Analytics

   Don’t just host events—understand their impact. Invited’s analytics reveal which activities spark friendships, which gatherings fall flat, and what your residents actually crave. These insights guide you to invest wisely in what truly matters: authentic connection.

4. Private & Community-Focused

   Unlike public platforms, Invited keeps it in-house—your residents only. It’s a safe, dedicated environment that nurtures trust and makes newcomers feel instantly at home.

   
   

Transformation in Action: Community Success Stories

Before Invited, Sarah’s building was polite but distant. After implementing Invited, small-group wine tastings and themed potlucks flourished. Lease renewals rose, vacancies dropped, and the property’s reputation skyrocketed. Residents began referring friends, cutting Sarah’s marketing spend and increasing ROI.

Brian had a revolving door of students, each year feeling like starting from scratch. With Invited, he launched culture clubs, weekend outings, and study groups–without having to do any organizing or planning himself. No longer just passing through, residents began planting roots, making friends, and even co-hosting their own events. Feedback flowed freely, retention soared, and prospective residents lined up, lured by genuine stories of community.

How Invited Outperforms

Standard Portals:

Invited isn’t just an announcement board; it’s a relationship catalyst. Operations are important, but relationships are what drive renewals and loyalty.

Social Media Groups:

No algorithmic distractions, no random strangers. Invited focuses on forging meaningful, localized connections in a private environment.

Beyond Eventbrite & Meetup:

Every Invited event is a building block in your community’s social structure. Residents return to familiar faces, deepening trust and continuity.

More Than Feedback Tools Alone:

Feedback without action is wasted. Invited turns opinions into well-attended gatherings, interest groups, and a more fulfilling community life.

Outperforming Lifestyle Marketplaces:

While others deliver a menu of services, Invited is for genuine human bonds and local community, not just fleeting perks and free food.

The ROI of Real Connection

Investing in Invited pays dividends beyond a full events calendar. By increasing resident engagement, you:

1. Lower Turnover: Fewer move-outs mean more stable revenue.

2. Enhance Reputation: Happy residents leave glowing reviews, attracting quality tenants or students year-round.

3. Reduce Marketing Costs: Loyal residents become your best promoters—no expensive ad campaigns needed.

4. Elevate Community Value: A thriving community justifies premium rents and adds tangible value to your portfolio.

Ready to Turn Your Property into a Thriving Community?

You’ve tried piecemeal solutions—now experience Invited’s all-in-one approach.

For Property & Community Managers: Create an authentic neighborhood feel that keeps residents renewing year after year.

For Student Housing Leaders: Transform dorms into friendship incubators that define the college experience, improve retention, and build lifelong loyalty.

For Executives: Maximize ROI by investing in what really matters: people, relationships, and a sense of home.

Your residents deserve more than a place to live; they deserve a place to belong. By weaving real connections into the fabric of your community, you can create an environment that feels like home. Invited ensures every introduction, event, and feedback loop drives richer relationships and stronger loyalty.

Your Next Step: Experience Invited

Don’t settle for a revolving door of residents, weakly-attended events, and passive communities. Take charge and elevate your property’s culture from transactional to transformational.

See how easy it is to get started, how insightful the analytics can be, and how fast you’ll see results. Schedule A Demo Now