Smart home devices are very popular and can contribute mightily to satisfaction with multi dwelling unit living, according to a white paper from Parks Associates and Cox Communities.
In July, 2021, Parks Associates found that 40% of MDU renters were interested in having broadband and rent bundled and that 77% of these respondents would pay higher rent to be able to do that.
From the article, "Report: Smart Homes are Home Sweet Home for MDUs" by Carl Weinschenk.
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