After thoughtful consideration, we have selected our grand prize winners, runner-ups, and honorable mentions. Without further ado, here are our 2025 Photo and Video Contest Winners:
 

GRAND PRIZE WINNERS:

Congratulations to Micah M. from Eagle Ranch Apartments in Albuquerque, NM for winning the Grand Prize Photo!

Congratulations to Michael A. from Glen Park Apartments in Smyrna, GA for winning the Grand Prize Video!

RUNNER-UP WINNERS:

Photo – Michael M. from Pinnacle Highland Apartments in Cottonwood Heights, UT

Video – Hozefa B. from Aliso Briar Forest Apartments in Houston, TX

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

Grayson G. from View on Centennial Apartments in Colorado Springs, CO

Marlene N. from Echo Apartments in Dallas, TX

Vincent J. from Lambertson Farms Apartments in Thornton, CO 

Jamie R. from San Tropez Apartments in Scottsdale, AZ

Nikita L. from Upland Flats Apartments in Colorado Springs, CO

Congratulations to all the winners! We appreciate our resident’s participation in our tenth year of our resident photo and video contest and cannot wait for next year.

About NALS Apartment Homes

Headquartered in Santa Barbara, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States, including markets such as Atlanta, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, Seattle, and Albuquerque. To learn more, please visit www.nals.com.

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From breathtaking landscapes to heartwarming moments with loved ones, every submission showcased the unique perspective of our residents and their love for their community. We are beyond inspired by the creativity and talents shared with us throughout the competition.

Today, we will reveal our TWO Grand Prize winners, TWO Runner-Up winners, and FIVE individual category winners!

Contest Description:

We invited all residents to showcase what they love most about their apartment communities. From cozy living spaces and epic amenities to scenic views and lively community events, every submission highlighted the diverse and vibrant lives of our NALS residents.

After careful deliberation, the final decisions in selecting the overall best photos & videos as well as the best category submissions were made. Please join us in congratulating these talented individuals for their exceptional entries!

GRAND PRIZE WINNERS:

Congratulations to Nathan C. from Waterford at Superstition Springs in Mesa, AZ for winning the Grand Prize Video!

Congratulations to Isaac W. from Aliso Briar Forest in Houston, TX for winning the Grand Prize Photo!

RUNNER-UP WINNERS:

Video Category – Keiana M. from Sky Harbor in Salt Lake City, UT

Photo Category – Holly S. from Woodcliffe in Renton, WA

CATEGORY WINNERS:

I Love My Friends & Family – Asia B. from Aliso Briargate in Colorado Springs, CO

I Love My Amenities– Becky G. from Sonoran Terraces in Tucson, AZ

I Love My Apartment Décor – McKenzie P. from The Arbory in Hillsboro, OR

I Love My Neighborhood– Hailey H. from Courtney Downs in Englewood, CO

I Love My Pets– Juliet J. from Pinnacle Highland in Cottonwood Heights, UT

Congratulations to all the winners! We would like to extend a huge thank you to everybody who participated in the 2024 “I Love My Community” Photo & Video Contest and captured the wonderful essence of our NALS communities. None of this would have been possible without you!

Stay tuned for more exciting events in the future! We hope to see everyone participating again in next year’s Photo & Video Contest!

About NALS Apartment Homes

Headquartered in Santa Barbara, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States, including markets such as Atlanta, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, Seattle, and Albuquerque. To learn more, please visit www.nals.com.

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NALS is thrilled to reveal that not one, but TWO Grand Prize winners will enjoy a whole Month of Free Rent each! To add to the excitement, there are also TWO Runner-Up winners, one each for the video and photo categories.

Contest Description:

The theme of the contest was to capture the essence of what makes your rental experience truly awesome. From the comfort of your apartment to the vibrant atmosphere of your community, and the enchanting corners of your neighborhood – the choice was yours to showcase what you love most about living where you live.

Our judges faced a tough challenge with over 2,200 outstanding entries from across the nation. Your favorite places, people, and community activities were beautifully portrayed, exuding not only high quality but also the sheer joy and creativity shared in the photos and videos.

And now, it's time to unveil our deserving Winners!

Grand Prize Winners:

Congratulations to Jaykmer S. for winning the Grand Prize Video!
Community: Vintage at the Lakes Apartments in Las Vegas, NV

Congratulations to Cameryn R. for winning the Grand Prize Photo!
Community: Glen Park Apartments in Smyrna, GA

Runner-Up Winners:

Video Category – Demetre L.
Community: Glen Park Apartments in Smyrna, GA

Photo Category – Jeevan P.
Community: Park Trace Apartments in Norcross, GA

Category Winners:

I Love My Family & Friends – Tom V.
Community: Park Trace Apartments in Norcross, GA

I Love My Amenities – Jacquelyn T.
Community: Echo Apartments in Dallas, TX

I Love My Apartment Décor – Dustin S.
Community: Echo Apartments in Dallas, TX

I Love My Neighborhood – Tay S.
Community: Pinnacle Highland Apartments in Cottonwood Heights, UT

I Love My Pets – Chantell V.
Community: Kielo at Grass Valley in Camas, WA

NALS extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and encouraged their neighbors throughout this fantastic contest. The active involvement from all residents made it a true celebration of community spirit!

Stay tuned for more exciting events in the future. Once again, congratulations to all the winners, and a big thank you to everyone who made the 2023 Photo & Video Contest a resounding success!

About NALS Apartment Homes

Founded in 1989, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States in markets such as Atlanta, Albuquerque, Denver, Phoenix, and Portland, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. For more information about our company and acquisition preferences, please visit www.nals.com.

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Pantone describes Viva Magenta as “a powerful and empowering color that exudes vim and vigor. It's a bold shade rooted in nature, descending from the red family, and expressive of a new signal of strength. It's a boundaryless and electrifying shade that promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative.” This shade is a perfect combination to jumpstart a new beginning or to simply celebrate an existing space.

At first glance, Viva Magenta may seem like a daring color to use in decor. However, when paired with the right colors and textures, it can create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere in any room. Using it as an accent color complimented with neutral shades such as white or gray is a great way to incorporate Pantone’s Color of the Year. For example, Viva Magenta throw pillows or a rug can be added to the living room to liven up the space.

For a bolder approach, Viva Magenta can be used as the main color in a room. A powder room or bedroom can transform into a cozy and intimate space with this rich hue. When paired with soft textures like velvet or fur, Viva Magenta creates a luxurious and inviting atmosphere.

Pantone’s Executive Director, Leatrice Eiseman, explains: “Rooted in the primordial, PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta reconnects us to original matter. Invoking the forces of nature, Viva Magenta galvanizes our spirit, helping us to build our inner strength.” It is a color that welcomes anyone and everyone with the same verve for life and carries a rebellious spirit. Viva Magenta is bright, bold, and playful – it is the perfect color to add to any home in 2023.

About NALS Apartment Homes
Headquartered in Santa Barbara, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States, including markets such as Atlanta, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, Seattle, and Albuquerque. To learn more, please visit www.nals.com.

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Contest Description:

The NALS Summer Photo and Video Contest focuses on what residents love about their communities. Residents were encouraged to express their creativity through photos and videos that depicted the best parts of living at one of the 45 NALS apartment sites. Entries highlighted their decorated spaces, public areas, convenient community amenities, friends, family, and pets which showed genuine glimpses into the lives of residents while they enjoyed their happy homes.

Following the theme of “I Love My Community”, four categories were provided as prompts for creating content. We felt that each of these are great ways to encapsulate the experience of living at an NALS property and celebrate the people that make it a community.

The four categories included:

• I Love My Family and Friends
• I Love My Neighborhood
• I Love My Amenities
• I love My Apartment Décor

With hundreds of submissions, we were truly impressed by the content that our residents entered. We asked you to share the love through this contest, and we received more than we could hope for.

And now, we are proud to announce that the following submissions are our hand-picked winners! You can also view all of these on Instagram @NALSApartmentHomes.

Grand Prize Winners

Congratulations to Aasiyah B. for winning the Grand Prize Video!
Community: The Gardens of East Cobb

Natalie W. won the Grand Prize Photo award perfectly capturing those colorful summer pool vibes. Well done!
Community: San Tropez

Ryan T. earned the Video Runner-Up prize with the best slow-motion cannonball we’ve ever seen:
Community: The Reserve on Cave Creek

Our Photo Runner-Up winner goes to Jessica H. showing us that sometimes fountains are simply fun!
Community: Sonoran Terraces

Category Winners

Our Family and Friends award goes to Jonathan D. and his adorable (and fashionable) children!
Community: Del Rio

Coleman F. took the Neighborhood award and showed us what Alta area is all about:
Community: Pinnacle Highland

Well done to Allyson B. for winning the Amenities category with a slam dunk:
Community: Sky Harbor

And finally, an excellent job by Tanisha B. who clinched the Apartments Décor award with the most stylish Jordans display ever collected at NALS!
Community: City View Vinings

About NALS Apartment Homes
Founded in 1989, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States in markets such as Atlanta, Albuquerque, Denver, Phoenix, and Portland, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. For more information about our company and acquisition preferences, please visit www.nals.com.

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Officially called “Pantone 17-3938 Very Peri”, the color “displays carefree confidence and embraces this altered landscape of possibilities, opening us up to a new vision as we rewrite our lives. Rekindling gratitude for some of the qualities that blue represents complemented by a new perspective that resonates today, Very Peri places the future ahead in a new light.”

Creating the new color for the first time in the 22-year history of Pantone’s Color of the Year reflects the world’s global innovation and transformation taking place today. The institute explains that “as we emerge from an intense period of isolation, our notions and standards are changing, and our physical and digital lives have merged in new ways. Digital design helps us to stretch the limits of reality, opening the door to a dynamic virtual world where we can explore and create new color possibilities.”

Even though this is a new color, the beautiful hue has many appearances in today’s world – in nature, even popular tv-shows, and quite possibly in your home or community already. Here are some examples below where Very Peri animates a creative spirit.

Image Source: Resident Photo by Madeline M., at Ironhorse Apartments

Image Source: ABC ‘Friends’

Image Source: Resident Photo by Austin J.

Image Source: Resident Photo by Shivam G., at The Courts at Preston Oaks

NALS Apartment Homes has embraced the sentiment that Veri Peri embodies. Its apartment communities located across 15 different markets have innovated and grown tremendously in the last year. At the start of the pandemic, NALS created a new perspective on how to better serve its teams and residents by offering video floorplan tours, self-guided tours using QR codes, virtual events to engage residents, and sanitation stations for guests. NALS is proud to welcome the convergence of the physical and digital worlds and will continue to adapt as daily life evolves.

About NALS Apartment Homes

Founded in 1989, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States in markets such as Atlanta, Albuquerque, Denver, Phoenix, and Portland, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. For more information about our company and acquisition preferences, please visit www.nals.com.

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Contest Description:

The NALS Summer Photo and Video Contest is dedicated to celebrating our residents and what they love about their homes. We looked for photos and videos that captured the people, places, pets, and/or things found in residents’ apartment homes, apartment communities, or local neighborhoods that make them feel happy to call their place home!

In addition to the Grand Prize Winners, we also chose five additional Instagram Winners and decided to make them superlative-themed!

The superlatives we landed on were:

• Most Likely to Become a Musician
• Most Likely to Stay Friends Forever
• Most Likely to Be Late to Work
• Most Likely to Make You Laugh
• Most Likely to Become a Travel Blogger

We received entries from across the country, with residents sharing their favorite places, people, and activities in their community. Our panel of judges was impressed by all the heartwarming submissions. It truly was a pleasure to see residents show their love for their community. We would like to thank everyone who participated with entries and words of encouragement for their neighbors. We genuinely had so much fun, and we hope you did too!

And so… without further delay… here are our Winners! You can also view the winning photos and videos on our Instagram!

GRAND PRIZE WINNERS

Congratulations Georgina, on winning the Grand Prize Video and showing us a day in the life with your pup!

Congratulations Jesús, on winning the Grand Prize Photo for showcasing your talent and highlighting
your beautiful community & family!

SUPERLATIVE INSTAGRAM WINNERS

About NALS Apartment Homes
Founded in 1989, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States in markets such as Atlanta, Albuquerque, Denver, Phoenix, and Portland, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. For more information about our company and acquisition preferences, please visit www.nals.com.

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After moving into an NALS Apartment, residents gain access to schedule and automate rent payments on the Resident Portal, a secure online system, from their desktop or mobile device. On a mobile device, users are able to download an app that is available on both iPhone and Androids. Residents can login to their account to view any additional charges they may be responsible for, such as utilities or rented items the property may offer like a garage. If there are any issues or repairs needed within the apartment, residents simply submit an online maintenance request and track the status through the Resident Portal. This streamlines the request process for the maintenance team and allows NALS to deliver on its 24-hour maintenance response guarantee.

The Resident Portal is also a hub of useful information featuring future resident events, quick tips on frequent questions asked by residents, and a Safety and Awareness Newsletter updated quarterly by the NALS Risk Management Team. Offering an online tool allowing residents to stay connected and informed, while being at home is one of the ways NALS provides apartment living made easy.

NALS Apartment Homes utilizes Yardi’s online system which allows “residents the convenience of making payments online with simple, browser-based access and handy mobile apps. Residents can log in, view their account balances and pay rent directly from a bank account or with a credit or debit card. Online payments are entered directly into Yardi Voyager, with automatic deposits and easy bank reconciliation.” The secure online system is not only convenient for residents, but also saves time and energy for the onsite teams as well, eliminating the need to process paper payments. The system also provides a clear and transparent record for residents and onsite staff to keep track of rent payments, other charges, and maintenance requests.

Check out a few recent reviews from NALS residents raving about the ease and convenience of the online leasing process and the secure resident portal:

Learn more about Versante Apartment Homes in Avondale, AZ.

Learn more about Mariner’s Glen Apartment Homes in Port Orchard, WA.

Learn more about The Arbors at Breckinridge Apartment Homes in Duluth, GA.

Learn more about Towne Square Apartment Homes in Chandler, AZ.

About NALS Apartment Homes
Founded in 1989, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States in markets such as Atlanta, Albuquerque, Denver, Phoenix, and Portland, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. For more information about our company and acquisition preferences, please visit www.nals.com.​

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NALS communities nationwide shared a handful of clever virtual and safe social distancing resident events that their residents participated in:

San Tropez Apartment Homes in Scottsdale, Arizona does a tremendous job when it comes to having consistent resident events every week, while practicing social distancing. Their Cares Team goes above and beyond, such as leaving little gifts for the residents that have been at San Tropez for many years. “Terri Hoffman has been a resident at San Tropez for 25 years! We, with the office wanted to celebrate that and Terri! We got her a cake, flowers, and a card! We knocked and left them at her door” shares the San Tropez Cares Team.

They have also coordinated events to support local business like, “Guess How Many,” where residents guess how many items are in the jar using Facebook comments on the post as entries. Whoever guesses the closest number wins a gift card to their favorite local restaurant.

PET-FRIENDLY

For fellow furry-residents, The Park at Mill Plain set up a chalk board outside with complimentary treats and waste bags. Resident’s pets also displayed their ‘model’ skills and participated in a social media photo contest, showcasing how adorable they are. The one picture with the most likes, won a gift card to their favorite local pet store.

Additionally, residents played six games indoors. Employees at NALS Apartment Homes took part in these games with their own pets, take a look by clicking the video below.

FOOD TRUCKS

Many communities have also hosted Food Trucks at their properties. This provided a great way for residents to try a variety of dishes and still practice social distancing. Sage Stone Apartments hosted a Taco Food Truck. Participants ordered on their phone and received a text notification when the food was ready to be picked up. 

While many enjoyed food trucks, other teams around the country delivered food to their residents door to door. The Arbors at Breckinridge in Duluth, Georgia passed out Chick-Fil-A biscuits. The Remington in Killeen, Texas showed their appreciation to long term residents by passing out gift baskets that consisted of small snacks, a coffee mug and biscuits.

AROUND THE COMMUNITY 

The Overlook at Interquest in Colorado Springs, Colorado tapped into their creative side when it came to planning their socially distant events. They hosted a property-wide scavenger hunt, providing participating residents with clues to find rocks painted with The Overlook’s logo. This offered a fun way for residents to enjoy nature while following CDC’s guidelines.   

Similarly, Towne Square Apartments in Chandler, Arizona hosted an event encouraging residents’ creativity. Each apartment home had the option to decorate their front doors with a  seasonal wreath. Afterwards, they took photos of each door and asked fellow residents to vote on which one was their favorite by using their Facebook Page. The winner of the gorgeous wreath was awarded a gift card to the nearest grocery store.

#NALSatHomes Campaign 

NALS Apartment Homes launched a social media campaign, “NALS at Home”, encouraging employees to share how they are staying busy and getting creative while shelter-in-place orders are in effect. Their activities and projects consisted of redecorating, spending time with family and pets, knitting, baking, and even building a mini donation library. Their team would love to hear from residents too! Residents are free to use the hashtag #NALSatHome and tag @NALSApartmentHomes on Facebook or Instagram with their own DIY projects or activities. 

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At NALS Apartment Homes, the same mindset that Classic Blue evokes embodies the management style of our apartment communities located across 15 different markets. Residents are offered online payments, a 24/7 maintenance guarantee, and a professional on-site staff. Since founded in 1984, the dedicated NALS team focuses on providing residents, investors, and business partners steadfast dependability in the industry, as well as stylish apartment rentals worthy of being recognized as “Top-Rated” by ApartmentRatings.com and SatisFacts Research.

This shade compliments others, making it the perfect color to plan your apartment décor palette around. So, in honor of this year’s Color of the Year, here are a few simple and affordable ways you can incorporate Classic Blue into your apartment interior design. These decorating ideas are inspired from entries received from real NALS residents during the 2019 NALS Photo & Video Contest, including the first-place winner in the “I Love My Apartment Décor” category.
 

Not quite yet in love with Classic Blue? Check out our design tips for last year’s Pantone Color of the Year, Living Coral. Are you looking for a new apartment? Take a look at our NALS Communities to find out if there is a perfect fit near you!

About NALS Apartment Homes
Founded in 1989, NALS Apartment Homes is a fully integrated real estate investment firm engaged in the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. NALS owns and manages over 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States in markets such as Atlanta, Albuquerque, Denver, Phoenix, and Portland, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. For more information about our company and acquisition preferences, please visit www.nals.com.

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