Gallery of Properties
Jacobs Hill
Westchester County
Jacobs Hill consists of three elevator-equipped buildings with 102 rental units for low income elderly and frail elderly, and 58 market rate condos for residents over 55 years of age. Centrally located off Route 6, this new community boasts a shared clubhouse with a pool, community gathering area, computer and TV room, and a lounge. Funding was provided by the Federal Low-Income Housing Credit Program, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, Lend Lease Mortgage Capital, and Westchester County's New Homes Acquisition Fund.
James Varick Affordable Homes
Westchester County
James Varick Affordable Homes in Mount Vernon consists of 16 two-family townhouses. Each home has a three-bedroom owner's unit and a two-bedroom rental unit. A first-time homebuyer family occupies the owner's unit with an income range of 60%-80% of Westchester Area Median Income (AMI). Rental units are occupied by families with incomes up to 60% of the Westchester AMI. Funding sources include DHCR, NYS Affordable Housing Corporation, the City of Mount Vernon, and Westchester County.
Scotts Ridge
Westchester County
Scotts Ridge is the first affordable housing development for seniors in Pound Ridge. Two buildings sit on six acres of natural landscaping and are designed for accessibility to encourage independence. Each floor features a common kitchen and laundry room designed to accommodate residents with wheelchairs and individuals with hearing and sight impairments. Funding was provided by the Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program, Westchester County, Leviticus 25:23 Alternative Fund, the Federal Home Loan Bank and private sources such as the Pound Ridge Community Church, the Abram and Ray Kaplan Foundation, Dorothy Nelson, and the Enterprise Foundation.
Smith-White Senior Residence
Westchester County
The Ida Smith-Margaret White Senior Residence in the Village of Sleepy Hollow is a 65-unit, nine-story building for low and very low-income frail elderly. Funded by the NYS Housing Trust Fund Program, Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program and Westchester County. The development includes an emergency alarm system in each unit, a large community room and a community kitchen. There is also an elevated terrace and striking views of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
West End 2000 Phase 1
Westchester County
West End 2000, Phase 1 in New Rochelle is the new construction of 25 single-family duplex townhouses sold to families at or below 80% of Westchester AMI. Funding was provided by the Affordable Housing Corporation, HUD, NYS HOME Program and Westchester County's New Homes Land Acquisition Fund. An additional 102 assisted living units for seniors was constructed for families at or below 60% of Westchester AMI. Funding was provided by NYS Homes for Working Families Program, 4% as-of-right credit through the Federal Low-Income Housing Credit Program, tax-exempt bond financing from the New Rochelle Industrial Development Agency, HUD Special Grant, NYS Energy Research and Development Authority and McKinney Act funds. Families who were involuntarily displaced will have first preference at this urban renewal site.
Jared Holt Mews Townhouses
Albany, NY
These new two-story townhouses were designed with historically accurate details that meet National Historic District guidelines. Each townhouse features one of seven distinctive facades and has its own private entrance and patio or deck. Units feature Energy Star appliances and high- efficiency HVAC system, windows and lighting.
Pinehurst III
Patchogue, NY
This three-story building contains 140 rental units of mixed income senior housing, a fitness and community center, wireless internet, a homecare facility, and computer lab and library.
Meadow Ridge II Apartments
Beacon, NY
Meadow Ridge II overlooks Meadow Ridge I, an equally beautiful housing complex built for working families. 52 beautiful and affordable rental units for low-income senior citizens in picturesque Dutchess County. Meadow Ridge recently won a "Project of the Year Award" from the New York State Association for Affordable Housing.
Rockville Centre Apartments
Rockville Centre, NY
Residents of this newly renovated complex will enjoy new roofs, heating systems, kitchens, baths, windows, and energy-efficient insulation.
Kembleton
Utica, NY
This beautifully renovated Victorian in the Cornhill section of Utica is an important part of the revitalization and rebuilding of Utica neighborhoods. This home is one of seven refurbished buildings that make up the Kembleton development. Together, they provide 27 affordable apartments for area families.
Kembleton is a partnership between DHCR, the City of Utica and Housing Visions, Inc.
Highland Square
Scotia, NY
This two-story 28 unit residence consists of one-bedroom apartments with beautiful seasonal views, an elevator and community room.
Jenny's Garden II
Marlborough, NY
This rural area that once housed a family farm has been repurposed to accommodate 22 rental housing units for seniors. Residents pride themselves on their vibrant and lush verandas.
Pollack Gardens
West Sayville, NY
Originally the site of a family lodge and hotel, today Pollack Gardens provides supportive housing for 50 individuals with special needs. The development has rejuvenated what was once considered a blighted neighborhood.
Rochester Civic Housing
Norton Village - Rochester, Monroe County, financed by HFA
This $13.5 Million dollar rehabilitation was originally built in the late 1940's as rental housing for returning veterans. Today it consists of 516 units in 54 town houses with new windows, roofs, kitchens and baths.
Bridgewater Apartments
Ballston Spa, Saratoga County, financed by HFA
The 192-unit Bridgewater Apartments have meadow views and a multi-purpose community building.
Brookview Commons - Deer Park
Suffolk County, financed by HFA
Brookview Commons consists of 206 two-level rental units. These 26 garden-style buildings help meet the demand for affordable housing for seniors on Long Island. The complex includes a clubhouse, walking paths and a recreation center.
Cottage Street Homes
Rye, Westchester County, financed by AHC
Located in the Village of Rye, Westchester County, where affordable housing is scarce, this small-scale development of nine attached homes makes homeownership an option for moderate-income families.
Melrose Commons II Partnership Homes
Bronx, NY, financed by AHC
This is the first Green Homeownership Development in the Bronx. A strategic part of Nos Quedomos master Urban Renewal Plan that stresses clean airflow to encourage healthy living. Consisting of 30 Three-family homes, Melrose Commons won the 2003 North East Building award.
Park Drive Manor II
Rome, Oneida County, financed by HFA
This Section 8 multifamily rental development has 24 two-story townhouse apartments. The 168 units all are affordable to families earning 60% or less of the area median income.