Experts say National Guard housing deal is a ‘drop in the bucket’ for DC rentals

The National Guard awarded a $292 million contract to Placemakr for up to 2,000 apartment-style units in D.C. to house troops stationed there until 2029. Experts like Terry Clower and Yesim Sayin argue the deal will have minimal impact on the local housing market, citing D.C.'s over 250,000 rental units and current vacancy trends.