ABOUT US

BUILDING COMMUNITIES THAT LAST

Smarter design, stronger communities, lasting investment.

Who We Are

Koltara Capital is a Madison-based real estate development firm focused on multifamily and mixed-use communities across Dane County and South-Central Wisconsin.

We manage the entire development lifecycle, from acquisition and entitlements through financing, design, construction oversight, and long-term ownership.

Our Vision

We are redefining multifamily development through smarter design, scalable models, and stronger communities.

Our goal is to create housing that is sustainable, accessible, and built to deliver lasting value for residents and investors. This vision comes to life through four core values that guide every Koltara project.

Our Core Values

Integrity icon Integrity — Transparent and disciplined in every deal.

Community icon Community — Designing housing that strengthens neighborhoods.

Sustainability icon Sustainability — Energy-efficient, resilient, future-ready.

Lasting value icon Lasting Value — Building assets that perform long term for both residents and investors.

Our Approach

Every project is guided by a dual focus:

Residents icon For residents — Providing well-designed, attainable housing options.

Investors icon For investors — Structured opportunities in one of the Midwest’s strongest housing markets.

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Meet Our Founder

Craig Koltes, founder of Koltara Capital, a Madison-based real estate development firm focused on multifamily and mixed-use housing across Dane County and South-Central Wisconsin.

At Koltara Capital, we believe housing should work for everyone — residents, neighborhoods, and investors. Based in Madison, we build sustainable, scalable communities that deliver long-term stability and lasting impact.

Founded by Craig Koltes, who has led over $25 million in multifamily development, Koltara combines expertise in real estate, finance, and design to deliver high-quality residential and mixed-use projects.

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WHY KOLTARA

$25M
completed on time
and on budget
100+
units in development
pipeline
$30M
targeted over the
next 24 months