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Our History

The Sterling Group is a privately-held firm that develops, constructs, acquires and manages income producing properties, specializing in multi-family communities and self-storage facilities in the Midwest and select markets throughout the United States. Established in 1976 by founder Larry Swank, Sterling began with a four-unit apartment building in rural Indiana. Since that time, we have evolved into an aspiring and dedicated organization, now managing thousands of multi-family apartment homes and a growing number of self-storage facilities. Our existing portfolio includes multi-family apartment homes, single family homes and duplexes, senior communities and student housing. We are currently pursuing new opportunities throughout the United States through every facet of our business, including fee management and general contracting ventures.

We have broadened our commitment to the industry over the years with the addition of Sterling Management, Sterling Construction, Sterling Development and Sterling Acquisitions. Through our vertical integration, consistent performance and tireless work ethic, we have earned a reputation of credibility and trust. It is that accountability that distinguishes us and attracts investment partners and talented colleagues to our firm.

It is the perception of our customers and colleagues that generates Sterling’s identity; therefore, our company’s vision emphasizes customer loyalty by exceeding their expectations. Because it requires devoted staff members to realize this vision, Sterling is also committed to facilitating personal, as well as professional, colleague achievement and fulfillment. Although we have grown over the past 30 years, our founder’s philosophy remains the same: the overall success of Sterling is, and will always be, its people.


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