J. Fisher Companies

What J. Fisher Companies does

J. Fisher Companies is a vertically integrated real estate development firm headquartered in Centerville, Utah, with a regional office in Boise, Idaho. Founded in 2005 and led by CEO and Founder Owen Fisher and CDO/Co-Founder Chad Bessinger, the company operates across the Intermountain West with a team of over 140 professionals and delivers projects spanning affordable and workforce housing (largely through LIHTC and bond financing), market-rate residential, mixed-use developments, townhomes, and — most recently — hospitality.

The company's core platform integrates deal sourcing, entitlements and zoning, in-house design (six designers with 45+ years of combined experience), general contracting via wholly-owned Strategic Builders, and long-term property management via wholly-owned Olive West. Its subsidiary Henry Walker Homes operates as a separately branded residential homebuilder, recognized as one of Utah's most trusted. The firm runs a project pipeline that includes WonderBlock (354 apartments plus office, retail, hotel, and structured parking in Ogden), Dorado Station (212 all-electric affordable units in Boise), Lusk District (514 units with Boise State University), 25th & Quincy (176 LIHTC units in Ogden), The Franklin (205 affordable units in Boise), EngineHouse (123 workforce units in Park City), The Edison (197 market-rate units in Salt Lake City), and 9th Note (110 affordable units in Salt Lake City).

J. Fisher generates revenue through development fees, construction services, owned-asset rental income, recurring property management fees, and direct home sales. Its go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer leasing and home sales with enterprise partnerships — it was named Preferred Affordable Housing Development Partner by the City of Boise in 2022 and works with a tightly held set of institutional capital providers including Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group, Citi Community Capital, Utah Housing Corporation, and the Idaho Housing and Finance Association. In August 2025 the company consolidated its Strategic Builders and Olive West divisions under the J. Fisher Companies parent brand as part of a 20th-anniversary repositioning.

Name

J. Fisher Companies

Legal name

J. Fisher Companies, LLC

Website

https://jfisherco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

J. Fisher Companies is a vertically integrated real estate development firm in the Intermountain West that delivers affordable, workforce, and market-rate housing plus mixed-use projects through in-house design, construction, and property management, serving municipalities, institutional investors, and residents across Utah and Idaho.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Real Estate Development

NAICS

Real Estate Property Managers (53131)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable & Subsidized Housing Property Management (LIHTC, Section 8) (BPAJAFAD)

Keywords

• Real estate development
• Affordable housing
• Commercial construction
• Property management
• Public-private partnerships

Headquarters

HQ city

Centerville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Development Fees: Development fees from identifying high-potential sites, entitlements, zoning, land use, and financial structuring for projects
2. Construction Services: Commercial construction revenue through in-house construction team delivering commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments on time and on budget
3. Property Management: Long-term property management through Olive West subsidiary, generating recurring revenue from managing residential communities
4. Home Building Sales: Henry Walker Homes brand builds and sells single-family homes and townhomes to individual buyers
5. Asset Ownership: Long-term ownership and rental income from developed apartment communities and commercial properties

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

J. Fisher Companies is a vertically integrated real estate development firm that identifies high-potential sites, manages entitlements, designs, constructs, finances, and manages residential and mixed-use properties across Utah and Idaho. The company delivers affordable and workforce housing through LIHTC and bond financing, builds market-rate apartments, mixed-use developments, and townhome communities (via the Henry Walker Homes subsidiary), and provides in-house commercial construction and property management services through Olive West.

Product overview

J. Fisher Companies is a fully integrated real estate development firm operating as a single unified platform. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services including real estate development, commercial construction, property management (through Olive West), and in-house design. The portfolio comprises multiple product lines: residential apartment communities (affordable LIHTC, market-rate, and workforce housing), mixed-use developments, townhome communities (under the Henry Walker Homes brand), commercial office space, and hospitality (The Rumor Hotel). Key current projects include WonderBlock (354-unit mixed-use in Ogden), Dorado Station (212-unit affordable in Boise), 9th Note (110-unit affordable in Salt Lake City), and EngineHouse (123-unit workforce housing in Park City). The company operates across the Intermountain West with offices in Utah and Idaho.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Henry Walker Homes: Homebuilding subsidiary building thoughtfully designed homes with craftsmanship, comfort, and style. Recognized as one of Utah's most trusted homebuilders.

Products and services

• 25th & Quincy 176-unit midrise affordable apartment community in Ogden, Utah, developed under the 4% LIHTC program, featuring 1- and 2-bedroom pet-friendly apartments with premium amenities including a clubroom, fitness center, and two elevated outdoor plazas.
• WonderBlock Transformative mixed-use development in downtown Ogden, Utah, featuring 354 apartment units, 110,000 sq ft Class A office space, a 92-key boutique hotel, 50,000+ sq ft retail and F&B space, a 13,000 sq ft grocery store, and 1,100-stall parking structures.
• EngineHouse 123-unit workforce housing community in Park City, Utah, with 99 deed-restricted affordable units; the largest LIHTC project in Park City limits. Features ski lockers, fitness center, co-working space, clubhouse, and children's play areas.
• Dorado Station 212-unit all-electric, six-story affordable apartment community in Boise, Idaho, with income-averaged units at 60% AMI, modern amenities, EV parking, and high-quality materials. Design inspired by Boise's early electric trolley lines.
• 9th Note 110-unit affordable apartment community in Salt Lake City's NOTE District near the State Fairpark, featuring public workspace, street-level retail, coworking space, fitness center, and clubroom. Opening 2027.
• The Edison 197-unit mixed-use residential project in Salt Lake City's historic 2nd & 2nd neighborhood, featuring ground-floor restaurants, a speakeasy, a midblock walkway, and amenities including golf simulator, pool, spa deck, and whiskey lounge.
• Union Station Neighborhood Long-term 30-acre redevelopment project in Ogden, Utah, revitalizing the historic Union Station into a transit-focused mixed-use district honoring the city's railroad heritage.
• Lusk District 514-unit midrise apartment redevelopment project in Boise, Idaho, partnering with the City of Boise and Boise State University, combining 4% LIHTC and market-rate units with retail space and sustainable design.
• The Parkway 248-unit transit-oriented garden apartment community adjacent to the Layton FrontRunner station, with direct transit access and pedestrian pathways.
• The Franklin 205-unit affordable housing development in Boise, Idaho; Boise's first affordable housing land trust project, with 20 units dedicated to Our Path Home for households exiting homelessness, plus a Giraffe Laugh childcare center.
• Towns at 45th & 5th (Henry Walker Homes) 59-unit townhome community in Millcreek, Utah, with a clubhouse, pool, and gym, located near shopping, restaurants, parks, and I-15 access. Sold under the Henry Walker Homes brand.
• Valencia at Divario (Henry Walker Homes) 81-unit townhome community in St. George, Utah, within the Divario master-planned community, featuring resort-style pool, BBQ pavilion, gym, and pickleball courts. Sold under the Henry Walker Homes brand.
• Towns at 24th (Henry Walker Homes) 26-unit townhome development in Ogden, Utah, at 24th Street and Porter Avenue with walkable access to downtown Ogden. Sold under the Henry Walker Homes brand.
• The Rumor Hotel Planned 92-key Marriott Tribute Portfolio boutique hotel in downtown Ogden, Utah, as part of the WonderBlock development, featuring guest rooms, suites, a restaurant and bar, meeting space, and pedestrian connection to WonderBlock. Expected opening early 2028.
• Henry Walker Homes Residential homebuilding brand of J. Fisher Companies, recognized as one of Utah's most trusted homebuilders, offering a personal homebuying experience with design professional consultation at production pricing.
• Real Estate Development Services In-house real estate development services including deal sourcing, entitlements, zoning, land use, financial structuring, and execution across large-scale master-planned communities, urban infill, and mixed-use developments.
• Commercial Construction Services Construction services across commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments using proven systems and technology-driven project management, delivered on time and on budget with an owner's perspective prioritizing safety, functionality, and durability.
• Property Management Services (Olive West) Property management through the Olive West subsidiary, offering hands-on operations, data-driven performance improvement across leasing, maintenance, and financial reporting, with personalized service for residents.
• Design Services In-house design team with over 45 years of combined experience across architecture, CAD, interiors, exteriors, and furniture, with six designers handling interior and exterior design for communities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 140 professionals delivering developments across the Intermountain West
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• City of BoisecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Long-standing strategic partnership for affordable housing development. Named Preferred Affordable Housing Development Partner by the City of Boise in 2022. Collaborated on multiple projects including The Franklin, Dorado Station, and Lusk District redevelopment.
• Park City Municipal CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst public-private housing partnership for Park City. Park City purchased land and leased to J. Fisher Companies for $1/year for 99 years for EngineHouse development.
• Intermountain HealthsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner providing support for workforce housing. Collaborating with J. Fisher to provide units for healthcare employees at EngineHouse Park City.
• Ada CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty government partnership for affordable housing development including Dorado Station project on Boise's West Bench.
• Idaho PowersecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerUtility partner for Idaho's first electric vehicle carshare program launching at The Franklin development.
• Forth MobilitysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerEV carshare program operator partnering to bring sustainable transportation options to Boise with The Franklin as designated EV hub.
• St. Luke'ssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare system partner in Idaho's first EV carshare program for sustainable transportation access.
• McWhinneycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerColorado-based developer partnering with J. Fisher Companies on Union Station Neighborhood redevelopment project in Ogden.
• Gardner GroupsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on The Frederick wellness-focused apartment community in downtown Salt Lake City.
• HB WorkplacesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInterior design and workplace furnishings partner for The Frederick project, exclusive MillerKnoll dealer for Utah, Nevada, and Idaho.
• Boise State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for Lusk District redevelopment bringing over 300 new apartment homes, retail space, and sustainable design to Boise.
• Charlestowne HotelssecondaryImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHotel operator for The Rumor Hotel development in downtown Ogden as part of WonderBlock.
• Summit CountysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty government partner in EngineHouse Park City affordable housing development.
• Ogden Redevelopment AgencycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity redevelopment agency partner for 25th & Quincy and WonderBlock projects in Ogden, Utah.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wasatch Group: Utah-based vertically integrated real estate firm developing, building, and managing multifamily and mixed-use properties across the Intermountain West. Directly comparable to J. Fisher in geography, vertical integration, and mixed-use/market-rate focus.
• Ivory Homes: Largest homebuilder in Utah, recognized brand producing for-sale single-family and townhome communities. Direct comparable to Henry Walker Homes division of J. Fisher, with overlapping product lines in the same Intermountain West market.
• Woodbury Corporation: Utah-based real estate investment and development firm with multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial properties across the Intermountain West. Similar scope to J. Fisher including commercial, residential, and master-planned community development.
• The NRP Group: National affordable and market-rate multifamily developer specializing in LIHTC-financed communities. Closest direct peer on the affordable housing development side, with similar public-private partnership approach and tax credit financing structure.
• Dominium: One of the largest affordable housing developers in the US, focused on LIHTC, workforce, and market-rate multifamily. Strong comparable on affordable housing expertise, vertical integration, and public-private partnership model.
• The Michaels Organization: National affordable and workforce housing developer with development, construction, and property management under one roof. Closely comparable to J. Fisher's vertically integrated LIHTC development and management model.
• Pennrose: Affordable and market-rate multifamily developer with deep LIHTC and public-private partnership experience. Comparable in development approach, financing structure, and resident demographics served.

Regional players

• McWhinney: Colorado-based real estate developer with mixed-use, multifamily, and commercial projects across the Front Range. Notably a current strategic partner of J. Fisher on the Union Station Neighborhood project, indicating adjacency in approach and scale.
• Gardner Group: Utah-based real estate developer and investor in mixed-use, multifamily, and commercial properties. Existing partner of J. Fisher on The Frederick project, operating in the same Salt Lake City market with similar product types.

Broad incumbents

• Greystar Real Estate Partners: Largest multifamily property management and development company globally, with investment, development, and management services. Broader incumbent that competes with Olive West on property management and overlaps with J. Fisher on multifamily development.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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