Emerging technologies will be among the top trends forapartments in 2020. Renters continue to crave convenience throughtechnology, and the demand is fueling the implementation of a hostof new technologies in apartment buildings and in units. Thesetechnologies will take center stage next year.

"The biggest trends will be related to emerging technologies,"Shane Robinson, regional VP at SunriseManagement, tells GlobeSt.com. "With new competition beingconsistently delivered, the need to stand out will continue togrow. Each year new advances in technology—from smart home apps tomobile leasing software—streamline property operations as well asenhance the living experiences of our tenants. Today's residentsare looking for convenience in addition to lifestyle, and operatorswill need to keep up with ever evolving technology to meet theseexpectations."