Chalk Hill Ventures is a real estate investment firm that pursues opportunities across various market segments, including the acquisition of strategic multifamily assets with a compelling value story, as well as ground-up multifamily development. The company also provides third-party construction management services for both residential and commercial projects.
WHAT WE DO
We focus on core Texas markets where our deep historical knowledge isn't just an advantage—it's our strategy.
We are a relationship-driven company, dedicated to building lasting bonds with our partners, clients, and community.
Our data-driven approach ensures that every investment is meticulously evaluated and strategically executed.
Founder & President
Langford founded Chalk Hill Ventures in 2019 after spending 10+ years in the real estate and construction industries at various companies. At Chalk Hill Ventures, Langford is responsible for sourcing new development and acquisition opportunities and oversees capital markets activities.
Partner &
HEad of development
Justin Walker joined Chalk Hill Ventures in 2019 to oversee and lead the Company’s development and investment transaction activities. Prior to joining Chalk Hill Ventures, Justin spent seven years as part of the Real Estate Specialties Group at Bank of the Ozarks (now Bank OZK).
HEAD OF CONSTRUCTION
Robert Baughn joined Chalk Hill Ventures in 2022 and oversees all in-house construction and third-party construction management related activity. Prior to joining Chalk Hill Ventures, Rob was at Square One Consultants and Flintco Construction, after serving nearly 15 years in the U.S. Army.
218-unit active adult development in Hutto, TX.
42-acre mixed-use development set to include multiple phases of apartments, as well as ~7 acres of complementary commercial and retail space.
15.68-acre tract of land for the future development of a 331-unit apartment project.
Dallas Office:
4849 Greenville Ave., Suite 1520
Dallas, TX 75206
Austin Office:
351 CR 260
Liberty Hill, TX 78642
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Development
Chalk Hill Ventures specializes in ground-up multifamily development.
Target Deal Profile:
Product Type: Market-rate and active adult apartments
Construction Type: Predominantly 3 and 4-story garden-style
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin suburban metros
Project Size: 200-350+ units
Investment Strategy: Merchant build, short-term hold
Acquisitions
Chalk Hill Ventures seeks to acquire existing multifamily assets that provide a compelling risk-adjusted return profile.
Target Deal Profile:
Location: Texas, with a focus on Dallas-Fort Worth and surrounding markets
Size: 10-150+ units; single-asset or portfolios
Asset Class: Class B and C
Vintage: 1970’s to early 2000’s
Capex: None to full renovation of units and amenities
Construction Management
Chalk Hill Ventures is dedicated to mitigating risks throughout your construction project. We offer comprehensive management from pre-development to project delivery, ensuring every stage is carefully coordinated—whether it’s development, design, bidding, contractor selection, or field construction management. We adapt our services to meet the specific needs of each client, whether broad or narrow in scope. Our services include:
Langford founded Chalk Hill Ventures in 2019 after spending 10+ years in the real estate and construction industries at various companies.
At Chalk Hill Ventures, Langford is responsible for sourcing new development opportunities and overseeing capital markets activities. Langford was previously a partner at DT Capital Group. Prior to DT Capital Group, he was a Senior Vice President (Originations) in the Real Estate Specialties Group at Bank of the Ozarks (now Bank OZK). Prior to joining Bank OZK, Langford worked for Dominus Commercial in the investment sales group and Walker Engineering as a project engineer. Langford played college baseball at Princeton University, graduating in 2010. He and his wife Leigh have two daughters, ages 3 and 1, and live in University Park.
Justin Walker joined Chalk Hill Ventures in 2019 to oversee and lead the Company’s development and investment transaction activities.
Prior to joining Chalk Hill Ventures, Justin spent seven year as part of the Real Estate Specialties Group at Bank of the Ozarks (now Bank OZK). In his role at Bank OZK, Justin structured and closed more than 150+ commercial construction and bridge lending facilities totaling in excess of $12.5 Billion. Justin played collegiate baseball at Texas A&M University where he graduated with his Bachelor of Arts (Economics) and Master of Science (Real Estate). Justin is a licensed Texas Real Estate Broker and, in his free time, you can find him enjoying golf, hunting and fly fishing.
Rob joined Chalk Hill Ventures in 2022 and oversees all construction related activity. In prior roles at Square One Consultants and Flintco (110 year old full-service construction company operating in 35+ U.S. states), Rob managed a variety of projects, ranging from suburban multifamily developments to complex projects such as Indeed’s Domain Tower and Gateway projects (over 500,000 SF of tech office in Austin, TX) and Seaholm Residences (30-story, 280 unit high-rise condo project in Austin, TX), as well as a wealth of other projects. Prior to entering the construction industry, Rob graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and spent nearly 15 years in the U.S. Army, serving multiple tours in Iraq, and is a recipient of the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Rob also graduated from Baylor University with a Master’s Degree in Business and resides in the Austin area with his wife and two sons.
