Based in Charlotte · Serving the Carolinas

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Boutique Real Estate Investment

Revitalizing Homes
Building Communities

A community-centered boutique real estate investment and revitalization firm that acquires overlooked residential assets, restores them into quality furnished rentals, and creates long-term value for both residents and investors.

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Our Vision

To transform underserved neighborhoods into thriving, inclusive, and sustainable communities through thoughtful real estate investment.

Who We Are

We are a boutique real estate investment company driven by the belief that real estate should do more than generate financial returns—it should create opportunities, restore dignity, and strengthen communities. Our investment strategy focuses on identifying and acquiring vacant, abandoned, and neglected residential properties in underserved neighborhoods and transforming them into beautifully renovated, fully furnished, and professionally managed rental homes.

Our Approach

We believe neighborhood revitalization should benefit the people who already call these communities home. By prioritizing outreach to local residents in our rental strategy, we aim to preserve neighborhood identity, expand access to quality housing, and minimize displacement while bringing neglected properties back to productive use.

Our approach Five pillars around one purpose, restoring homes, empowering residents, and revitalizing communities: community-centered investment, property revitalization, move-in-ready living, local economic empowerment, and responsible long-term ownership. Restoring Homes Empowering Residents Revitalizing Communities Community-centeredinvestment Propertyrevitalization Move-in-readyliving Local economicempowerment Responsible long-termownership

  1. 1 Community-Centered Investment

    Investing in overlooked neighborhoods with strong potential while prioritizing the needs of existing residents.

  2. 2 Property Revitalization

    Restoring abandoned and deteriorating homes through quality renovations, sustainable improvements, and thoughtful design.

  3. 3 Move-In-Ready Living

    Offering fully furnished, comfortable, and well-maintained homes that reduce the upfront burden of furnishing a household.

  4. 4 Local Economic Empowerment

    Engaging local contractors, tradespeople, and service providers so investment contributes directly to neighborhood economies.

  5. 5 Responsible Long-Term Ownership

    Building a sustainable rental portfolio that balances financial performance with affordability, community stability, and lasting neighborhood value.

Our Commitment

We measure success not only through property appreciation and rental income, but also through the positive impact our investments have on residents and neighborhoods. Our goal is to demonstrate that responsible real estate investment and meaningful community development can go hand in hand—creating attractive returns for investors while giving neglected homes a new purpose and helping existing communities flourish.

We don’t just invest in properties. We invest in people, restore neighborhoods, and build communities.

Our Philosophy

Meet our team

We are a team committed to transforming underserved neighborhoods across the Carolinas into thriving, inclusive communities, and to treating every resident and partner with fairness and respect.

Portrait of Gustave Hitimana

Gustave Hitimana

Co-Founder

Portrait of Diane Kayitesi

Diane Kayitesi

Co-Founder

Portrait of Yannick Dushime

Yannick Dushime

Co-Founder

Portrait of Honorine Umukesha

Honorine Umukesha

Co-Founder

Before & After

A vacant, neglected house in the Charlotte area, restored into a beautifully renovated home, ready for the people who will call it home.

Exterior

Painted brick, a new roof and gutters, a refreshed porch, and new landscaping.

A red brick ranch house before renovation, with a worn roof and white porch railings
The same house after renovation: painted white brick, new dark roof and gutters, and black porch railings

Kitchen

The kitchen before renovation: water-damaged walls, no cabinets, and a bare subfloor
Before
The kitchen after renovation: white shaker cabinets, subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances, pendant lights, and new plank flooring
After

Hallway

The hallway before renovation: bright yellow walls and a stained, bare floor
Before
The hallway after renovation: fresh white walls, new trim, and wood-look plank flooring
After

Bathrooms

A bathroom before renovation: dated vanity, stained walls, and a bare floor
Before
A bathroom after renovation: new tub surround, white vanity with black fixtures, round mirror, and tile floor
After
A second renovated bathroom with a glass-enclosed marble-look tile shower, white vanity, and black fixtures
After

A quality home where your family can put down roots

We lease beautifully renovated, fully furnished, and professionally managed homes, and we prioritize outreach to people who already live in the neighborhood.

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  • Fully furnished

    Move in without the upfront cost of furnishing a household.

  • Beautifully renovated

    Quality renovations, sustainable improvements, and thoughtful design.

  • Professionally managed

    Well-maintained homes and a team that responds when you need us.

  • Neighbors first

    We prioritize outreach to residents who already call the neighborhood home.

  • Move-in-ready homes

    Freshly renovated properties suited to shared, supportive living.

  • Long-term leases

    Stable terms so you can focus on your residents, not on moving.

  • Responsive landlord

    Maintenance requests handled promptly by a team that cares.

  • Built around your needs

    Tell us your requirements and we’ll look for the right fit.

A landlord who understands your mission

We lease homes to licensed group home operators and care providers who serve their residents with dignity. Let us know what you’re looking for.

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A Tenant’s Story

Four years ago, we purchased and renovated a house in an underserved community. During that time, we met N., who was working for his brother next door. He approached us with a vision: he wanted to rent the house and turn it into a group home.

At the time, N. had no established credit score or startup capital. What he did have was a strong understanding of the community, valuable connections, and the determination to build his business.

We believed in his potential and worked with him to get started. We furnished the house, signed a letter of intent, and allowed him to pay weekly, understanding that building a client base would take time.

Today, N. is meeting his full rental commitments, has been with us for three years, and is preparing to expand his business.

Watching his progress has been incredibly rewarding. His story reminds us that someone’s starting point does not define their potential. Sometimes, a little flexibility and the opportunity to get started can make a lasting difference.

Frequently asked questions

Where are your homes?

We’re based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and work in underserved communities across the Carolinas.

Who lives in your homes?

We lease our homes to working individuals and families, and to licensed group home providers who operate homes for their residents.

Are your homes furnished?

Yes. Our homes are fully furnished, comfortable, and well maintained, so you can move in without the upfront cost of furnishing a household.

How do I apply to rent a home?

Send us a message using the form below and choose “Renting a home”. We’ll let you know what’s available and walk you through our application.

What do providers need to lease a home?

We work with providers who are properly licensed or certified for their services. Contact us and we’ll walk you through our application.

Can I invest or partner with Akadelices?

We welcome conversations with investors, as well as brokers, contractors, lenders, and other partners who share our mission. Choose “Investing / partnering” in the contact form below.

Let’s talk

Whether you’re looking for a home for your family or your residents, or want to invest or partner with us, we’d love to hear from you.

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