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multifamily

American  
[muhl-tee-fam-uh-lee, -fam-lee, muhl-tahy-] / ˌmʌl tiˈfæm ə li, -ˈfæm li, ˌmʌl taɪ- /

adjective

  1. designed or suitable for the use of several or many families.

    multifamily apartment buildings.


Etymology

Origin of multifamily

multi- + family

Example Sentences

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It makes sense for developers of conventional multifamily housing to move to building affordable housing, Lee said, because the government supports it through subsidies, zoning reform and the fast-tracking of construction permits.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 30, 2026

“Are these market selloffs normal? I’d argue yes,” said Ron Albahary, chief investment officer of multifamily office LNW.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 24, 2026

The law preempts local control to legalize midrise and high-rise multifamily housing, unlocking zoning for up to 1.5 million new units in major cities, including Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 9, 2026

Their research finds that about $1.5 trillion of newly accumulated wealth is moving to new types of wealth firms, including multifamily offices and wealth “tech” firms, that can offer more tailored experiences.

From Barron's Jun. 4, 2026

Everyone in this neighborhood lives in multifamily buildings.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds

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