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How to Prepare for the Prime Day Effect on Multifamily Communities

Amazon Prime Day isn’t just a shopping holiday anymore, it’s a logistical event that reshapes how communities handle deliveries. Not to mention it feels like they add a new Prime event every year! With the October Prime Day approaching, multifamily properties should expect another surge of packages that can rival peak holiday season. For property managers and regional managers, the Prime Day effect on multifamily means crowded lobbies, strained staff, and rising resident expectations for seamless service.

But with the right preparation, you can turn this challenge into an opportunity to boost resident satisfaction and prove your property is ahead of the curve.

The Prime Day Effect by the Numbers

Prime Day has been breaking records year after year, and our delivery data tells a clear story of growing pressure on multifamily communities. Luxer One properties saw a:

📦 26% increase in deliveries the week before to the week after Prime Day (October 2024).
📦 55% increase in deliveries the week before to the week after Prime Day (July 2025).
📦 19% jump in deliveries from September to October 2024.
📦 16% overall increase in deliveries from 2024 to 2025, based on Luxer One system data.

According to reports, U.S. online retail sales during July Prime Day surged 28.4% year-over-year. These numbers don’t just represent online shopping trends, they translate directly into hallways piled with packages and staff scrambling to keep up.

Why It Matters for Multifamily Communities

For multifamily properties, package volume isn’t just a space issue, it’s a resident experience issue. The Prime Day effect on multifamily properties creates:

Overcrowded lobbies that undermine first impressions.
Lost or misplaced packages that increase staff workload and liability.
Strained teams pulled away from leasing and resident support.
Higher risk of theft and frustration, which can impact renewals.

And October’s Prime Day is only the beginning. Once package volume spikes in October, it often doesn’t slow down until after the holiday season in late January. That means communities that struggle during Prime Day will be in for a long, chaotic quarter.

Best Practices to Manage the Surge

The good news? Property managers can take proactive steps now to minimize disruption and improve the resident experience. Here are some quick, practical strategies:

Communicate early with residents about expected delivery surges.
Designate overflow zones or temporary storage areas for package spillover.
Coordinate with carriers to manage high-volume delivery days.
Use technology to automate notifications and streamline pickups.
Encourage timely retrieval by reminding residents of limited space.

For a deeper dive into seasonal strategies, check out our guide: How to Prepare for Holiday Package Piles.

How Luxer One Helps You Stay Ahead

At Luxer One, we’ve seen the Prime Day effect on multifamily firsthand, and we’ve built solutions designed to handle these surges with ease:

Scalable package rooms and smart package lockers to accommodate sudden spikes.
Automation that prevents bottlenecks and reduces staff workload.
Resident-friendly access with 24/7 availability.
Real-time dashboards for staff to track and manage deliveries.
Dedicated support that keeps everything running smoothly, even at peak times.

When Prime Day hits and the holidays roll in, your community can’t afford delivery chaos. Investing in the right package management solution means protecting your staff’s time, securing resident satisfaction, and setting your property apart from the competition.

Don’t Wait Until the Packages Pile Up

The Prime Day surge is just around the corner. Make sure your community is ready. Contact Luxer One today to prepare for the Prime Day effect and prevent holiday delivery chaos before it begins.

Christina Draper

Christina Draper, Marketing Content Manager at Luxer One, creates storytelling-driven content that connects with property management professionals and highlights innovations in multifamily package management. With a marketing background from UNC Charlotte, she develops cross-channel campaigns that showcase how Luxer One is redefining the resident experience.

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