Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Property Management Partner in Columbus, OH
Founded in 1998, Metropolitan Holdings has established itself as a leader in multifamily real estate development, construction, and property management. Our team of over 65 professionals brings decades of combined experience to every project, ensuring high-quality communities that benefit residents, investors, and the neighborhoods we serve. With a proven process and unwavering commitment to core values like integrity and accountability, we specialize in transforming underutilized spaces into thriving residential environments. Our services span the full lifecycle of real estate projects, from site acquisition and development to construction oversight and long-term asset management. Backed by $700M+ in completed multifamily transactions, we focus on suburban and urban developments across Ohios major markets.Our technology-driven property management solutions deliver transparency and efficiency for owners, while our construction expertise guarantees timely delivery without compromising safety or quality. Through strategic capital markets operations, weve secured over $650M in private equity and debt for multifamily projects. Our leadership team combines architectural, financial, and operational expertise to maintain our position as a trusted partner in community development. With offices in Columbus, we serve markets including Dayton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Toledo, and Akron, managing 2,000+ residential units through a combination of direct management and innovative technology platforms.
Services
Development
Construction
Property Management
Commercial Brokerage
Asset Management
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years developing $700M+ in multifamily assets across Ohio markets
- 2,000+ units managed with technology-driven property management solutions
- Construction team guarantees on-time delivery with strict safety protocols
- Certified professionals in accounting, architecture, and construction management
- 96% average occupancy rate demonstrating market demand and operational excellence
Services
Development
Our development services focus on creating high-quality multifamily and mixed-use communities. We handle site acquisition, zoning, design coordination, and entitlement processes. With $700M+ in completed transactions since 1998, we specialize in transforming underutilized spaces into thriving residential environments that benefit communities and investors alike.
Construction
We deliver multifamily projects on time and on budget while maintaining strict quality and safety standards. Our pre-construction phase includes comprehensive plan reviews and 75% material procurement at loan closing. Through collaborative subcontractor management and 30-day payment cycles, we ensure smooth execution from groundbreaking to completion across Ohio's major markets.
Property Management
Our property management services cover 2,000+ units across Ohio with 96% average occupancy. We provide financial oversight, maintenance coordination, quarterly inspections, and technology-driven solutions through our online Owner Portal. Our 50+ years of combined experience ensures maximum returns while maintaining property standards aligned with owner expectations.
Commercial Brokerage
We offer commercial real estate brokerage services for property leasing and sales. Our team handles marketing strategies, lease administration, and market analysis tailored to each property's unique characteristics. With deep local market knowledge and a focus on investor returns, we connect commercial property owners with qualified tenants and buyers across Ohio's major metropolitan areas.
Capital Markets
Our capital markets division secures debt and equity financing for multifamily projects. With $650M+ raised for Midwest developments, we manage investor relations, debt sourcing, and tax planning. Our team leverages extensive industry connections and financial expertise to structure optimal capital solutions for both new developments and existing asset portfolios.
People
Matt Vekasy
Founder & CEO
Founder of Metropolitan Holdings with 25+ years in multifamily development. Graduate of Ohio State University's Austin E. Knowlton School of Architecture with experience at Casto Communities before establishing the company in 1998.
Andrew Lemmon
Chief Financial Officer
CFO overseeing financial operations with prior experience at KPMG US. Holds Master of Accounting from Ohio State University and Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Heidelberg College. Manages capital planning and investor relations.
Joe McCabe
Vice President, Development
25+ years in commercial development with expertise in zoning and entitlements. Holds architecture degrees from SUNY Buffalo and specializes in site acquisition and market analysis for multifamily projects across North America.
Allen Pierron
Vice President, Construction
Construction leader with 15 years in multifamily and mixed-use developments. Ohio State University graduate who completed Builders Exchange leadership programs. Oversees preconstruction, field operations, and project management teams.
Ben Cotton
Vice President, Capital Markets
20-year business development expert who has raised $650M+ for multifamily projects. Former North American Sales Director for glass manufacturing company. Holds finance degree from University of Louisville and securities licenses including FINRA Series 22 and 63.
Questions
What services does Metropolitan Holdings offer?
We provide full-cycle real estate services including development, construction, property management, and capital markets solutions for multifamily and mixed-use properties.
Where does Metropolitan Holdings operate?
We focus on major Ohio markets including Columbus, Dayton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Toledo, and Akron.
How experienced is your development team?
Our leadership team has 25+ years of multifamily experience with $700M+ in completed transactions since 1998.
Do you offer commercial brokerage services?
Yes, we provide commercial brokerage through Dave Miller, Realtor, specializing in multifamily property leasing and sales.
What technology platforms do you use?
We utilize our proprietary Owner Portal for financial tracking, document sharing, and maintenance requests with 24/7 mobile access.
Reviews (4)
Benjamin Sobel
Apr 30, 2021
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An absolute nightmare. Just like any of those new-age luxury apartments that are popping up everywhere, Out of Town was built cheaply and quickly, with unqualified, unresponsive, and rude management. You will hear EVERY SINGLE THING your neighbors are doing if you live here - the entire complex has paper thin walls, and you can hear your neighbors from every side, and even multiple apartments down. The management is wholly unhelpful in every regard, and downright disrespectful when they do decide to actually respond to an email. Wildly overpriced to boot. I cannot in good conscious go without
Devon Henry
Nov 24, 2020
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I have had a great experience, over the past two years, living in multiple properties managed by Metropolitan Holdings. Each unit has been clean, well maintained, and a great value in a safe neighborhood. If I continue to rent it will be with this company; I highly recommend their properties for anyone living in the Columbus, Ohio area. Additionally, they have a fantastic leasing/management team. Specifically, Lindsay Herrick has been a tremendous help and enjoyable to work with!
Aaron Childers
Sep 21, 2020
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If you want to spend copious amounts of money to have the landlord charge you for every little thing; if you don't need service requests to come change the cheap light bulbs that are 22ft above the stairs; or if you want all of your friends to park at Kroger when they come over, this is the place you're looking for! There are tons of cheaper places around. This is a place where the landlord isn't relatable and you're going to be paying on everything.
Antonio Bisutti
Aug 06, 2020
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This was the worst leasing experience I have ever had. Management's communication was severely lacking and they failed to remedy situations in a timely fashion. Our A/C unit broke during the hottest period of the year and it took 17 days for it to be serviced and fixed. The apartment was 87 degrees on average during this time and was completely unlivable. We also had a leak over our dining room table and brought it to management's attention at least 3-4 times and submitted two work orders and it was never fixed, only painted over the discoloration spot on the ceiling. And to top it all off, management
