At Heritage Park, the first phase of a major redevelopment is underway. This project will ultimately provide homes for approximately 1,000 residents. The current phase includes 51 new senior housing units supported by City investment, marking a major step forward in a project built on partnership and long-term vision.
That same spirit of partnership is driving smaller, community-focused developments across Raleigh. In Southeast Raleigh, the City joined Southeast Raleigh Promise to break ground on 25 new affordable homes, bringing a mix of housing types including duplexes and accessory dwelling units into established neighborhoods. These homes will serve households between 30% and 80% of the area median income and are designed to fit within the fabric of the community while expanding access to housing near jobs, services, and everyday essentials.
Nearby, another milestone highlights how housing can support residents through life transitions. Leaders, advocates, and community members gathered to break ground on Forward Together, a new recovery housing community for women and families led by Healing Transitions. The development will provide safe, stable homes alongside supportive services, creating space not just for housing, but for healing and long-term stability.
While new projects are breaking ground, others are already opening their doors. Over the last few weeks, the City also celebrated grand openings and ribbon cuttings, including Milner Commons, a new affordable housing community for seniors. This 156-unit community provides high-quality homes for seniors living on fixed incomes, with elevators, a fitness and wellness center, and indoor and outdoor gathering spaces that support aging in place and connection to community.
At Pines at Peach Road and Birch & Branch, nearly 300 new affordable homes are now part of the community, expanding housing choices for families and individuals and building on years of planning, investment, and coordination.