Condo Conversion

Definition

Converting a rental apartment building into individually owned condos. When a landlord turns renters into homeowners, permanently ending a community.

Example Usage

Our rental building underwent a condo conversion, which forced us to either buy or move out.

Origin

Modern real estate terminology describing the conversion process

Fun Fact

Condo conversions often trigger strict tenant protections and buyout requirements in major cities

Source: Real estate development and ownership terminology

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