SAN DIEGO, CA – Affirmed Housing, a leading developer of affordable housing throughout California, announced the completion of The Helm, a new, mixed-income, affordable housing community for households earning 30 – 80 percent of the area median income (AMI). Located in the Cortez Hill neighborhood, The Helm delivers nearly 50,000 sq. ft. of sustainably minded, middle- and low-income workforce housing to Downtown San Diego.
Having an affordable place to call home isn t about just a roof over your head, it s the foundation of a thriving community, said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria. The Helm is proof that we can build exceptional apartment communities that are affordable and integrate seamlessly in our neighborhoods. Partners like Affirmed Housing know what it takes to get projects like this done, and I look forward to even more in the future as we work together to address our housing crisis.
The seven-tale, GreenPoint Rated building features 77 affordable studio apartments for residents and one two-bedroom manager apartment, as well as community space and on-site amenities designed to foster resident interaction and engagement. The studios, which range from 283 to 489 sq. ft., house varying income levels: 32 are set for those earning 30 percent AMI, four set at 60 percent AMI, and the remaining 41 are for households at 80 percent AMI. The 30 percent AMI studios receive project-based vouchers issued by the San Diego Housing Commission. Supporting The Helm s emphasis on green living is a first-floor bicycle shop that opens to Beech Street, taking advantage of the protected cycle tracks running along the street and providing seamless access to several off-site amenities in the area. Situated just steps from Small Italy, The Helm is walking distance to retail, restaurants, grocery stores and access to public transportation.
The Helm helps San Diego fulfill its goals and deliver on commitments that prioritize its core values – fostering the health, economic prosperity and well-being of all citizens, said Affirmed Housing President Jimmy Silverwood. This development not only delivers much needed workforce housing, but it promotes inclusive living and supports a healthy economic ecosystem – and it also happens to be affordable. I m proud of what Affirmed Housing and our partners have accomplished with The Helm.
The Helm is Affirmed Housing s first development serving a majority of residents at 80 percent AMI and its first project to utilize Mixed Income Program funding from CalHFA. The company leveraged various types of funding and credit sources for the project s development, including federal and state equity funds, Mixed Income Program funds from CalHFA, funds from the San Diego Housing Commission, deferred developer fees, bonds issued by the City of San Diego, and conventional loans from U.S. Bank and California Community Reinvestment Corporation.
Affirmed Housing s development partners for The Helm include Carrier Johnson + CULTURE, HA Builder, Kettler Leweck Engineering, form/work Landscape Architecture, NOVA Services, Power Plus, MA Engineers, KPFF Engineers, Elen Consulting, Inc., US Bank, California Community Reinvestment Corporation, California Housing Finance Agency, San Diego Housing Commission, City of San Diego, the California Debt Allocation Committee and the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee.

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RALEIGH, NC – Wood Partners, a leading national multifamily real estate developer, announced the grand opening of its newest high-end residential community, Alta Vale, located in Raleigh, N.C. The property hosted a grand opening celebration for neighbors and residents.
Located at 4710 Mint Leaf Lane, Alta Vale sits just outside the Raleigh Beltline (I-440), with quick access to the Lake Boone medical office corridor, Umstead State Park, and the new Bandwidth headquarters. In addition, residents will benefit from being within minutes of an array of retail and dining options, and having direct, on-site access to Raleigh’s Greenway Trail system.
“Wood Partners is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Alta Vale, an exceptional community that we believe offers a rare combination of fantastic access to major employment hubs within Raleigh, while being surrounded by green space,” said Caitlin Shelby, Managing Director at Wood Partners. “Our motto at Alta Vale is ‘learn how natural city living can be.’ We reckon residents will delight in having a quick commute to work or school, while being able to retreat to nature when the day is done.”
Alta Vale offers 306 unique apartment homes consisting of custom-designed studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans. Each home features high-end fixtures and finishes, including kitchens complete with stainless steel appliances, white quartz countertops, spacious kitchen islands, modern cabinetry, and elegant white subway tile backsplash. Throughout the home, residents will delight in large walk-in closets, spacious balconies, in-unit washer and dryer sets, and USB outlets.
Across the community, Alta Vale offers a variety of amenities for its residents to delight in, such as outdoor lounges featuring a resort-style pool and firepits, comfortable seating areas, outdoor kitchen, hammock grove, and pet park and spa. Inside, residents can take advantage of the community’s spacious indoor/outdoor fitness center, co-working spaces, and game room.

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RIVERSIDE, CA – JPI, a leader in the development of Class A multi-family communities, announced that vertical construction has begun on The Exchange at Riverside, which will bring 482 homes to Riverside, California. The milestone was celebrated with a Golden Hammer ceremony on the jobsite.
The three-tale luxury multi-family development will offer 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom homes to residents as well as several live/work units. The homes will offer energy-efficient stainless-steel appliances and electric ranges, private tiered balconies, 9-foot ceilings, and a full-sized washer and dryer.
Residents will also delight in two resort-style pools accompanied by cabanas and outdoor firepits, an outdoor kitchen, coworking lounges, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a dog park, a bicycle storage and repair room, and electric vehicle charging stations.
“We are very blessed to be welcomed by the Riverside community and are excited about this project,” said Payton Mayes, CEO of JPI. “Every project has a tale, and there are so many people who played a role in the tale of The Exchange at Riverside. We are so grateful for each and every one of you, and are excited to see this project come to life.”
The Exchange at Riverside will provide convenient access to the award-winning downtown Riverside with the Fox Performing Arts Center, Convention Center, UCR Arts, Riverside Plaza, and Mission Inn & Spa. The Exchange at Riverside also offers outstanding access to education, as it is conveniently located close to the University of California Riverside, which boasts over 26,000 students.
Within one mile of The Exchange at Riverside, you can find the historical 209-acre Fairmount Park which includes Lake Evans, Fairmount Lake, and Fairmount Park Golf Course. Also, within 2 miles of the community sits Mount Rubidoux, a 161-acre hill rising above downtown with hiking trails and panoramic views of the city, and the Santa Ana River trail which is being expanded to reach 110 miles from the Pacific Ocean to the mountains in San Bernadino.
The community will be ideal for commuters as the Metrolink Station is located two miles southwest of the property, providing access to various locations in the area including downtown Los Angeles or Irvine in less than 90 minutes. The office for the County of Riverside, the largest employer in the county, is also located 1.5 miles from the community and employs over 23,000 residents.
“This project means so much to the Northside neighborhood,” said Erin Edwards, Councilmember of Ward 1. “I am thrilled that we can celebrate new housing opportunities here in our city. Adding 482 units to our housing inventory does more than just help us reach our housing goals, it shows we have a growing community where neighborhoods can thrive. I look forward to welcoming my neighbors to the community when it’s complete.”

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