An Alternative Living Sector Specialist.

We develop and operate residential platforms that are redefining rental living across Australia.

Our Approach

Through our sector-specific residential strategies, we adopt an integrated model that spans the entire lifecycle of each asset — from acquisition, planning and development through to leasing and operations.

With proven experience in residential management and a focus on data-driven execution, we aim to elevate the rental experience with a hospitality-led mindset. Our commitment to operational excellence underpins every community we create and manage.

Two young men standing outdoors near a brick wall, smiling and holding coffee cups, engaged in conversation.
Two women sitting on a couch, smiling and engaging in conversation indoors.
A woman standing on a city sidewalk holding two brown paper grocery bags, one filled with fresh vegetables and produce, and the other with leafy greens and pineapple, with a busy street and cars in the background.
Two young men standing on a staircase, smiling and looking at a smartphone. One is holding a water bottle, the other has a gym bag.
Smiling woman holding a disposable coffee cup and a tablet outdoors in an urban setting.
Two people riding electric scooters indoors, smiling and holding coffee cups.
Person riding a yellow bicycle with a woven basket filled with fresh produce like red peppers, bananas, lettuce, and other vegetables.
A man resting on a sofa with a laptop on his lap, talking to a woman sitting nearby holding a pink notebook.
Three women sitting together indoors, smiling and laughing during a casual conversation.

Expertise

Development Management

We manage the full development lifecycle — from acquisition and planning to design and delivery. With deep expertise in site analysis and residential design, we are focused on delivering the next generation of purpose-built rental housing.

Design Management

We work with leading consultants to deliver purpose-built rental housing that balances asset performance with resident experience. Unit mix and amenity design are shaped by a focus on liveability, functionality, and asset performance.

Property Management

We operate residential assets with an end-to-end capability across leasing, facilities management, finance, and resident services — focused on driving operating income and enhancing resident engagement across all residential strategies.

Investment Management

We structure and manage investment opportunities across our residential platforms, partnering with private and institutional investors through shared ownership models designed to align interests and support long-term value creation.

Team

 

Chrystan Paul
Chief Executive Officer

  • Chrystan Paul is the CEO and co-founder of Alt Living Group.

    Chrystan leads the strategic direction, platform development, and delivery of purpose-built rental communities across all residential strategies.

    Before Alt Living, Chrystan co-founded and scaled a residential living platform in 2017 that became one of the largest specialist operators in New South Wales.

    Chrystan holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) from the University of New South Wales.

Jessen O’Sullivan
Executive Director

  • Jessen O’Sullivan is Executive Director at Alt Living Group.

    Jessen leads the growth of the Group’s residential platform strategies. He also established Alt Residential, which manages a growing portfolio of rental assets in key urban markets.

    Previously, Jessen held senior capital markets roles at Knight Frank, JLL, and CBRE, overseeing more than AUD $800 million in transactions across New South Wales. His experience spans investment sales, site acquisitions, and asset strategy.

    He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of New England.