Leonard Senior Apartments

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Leonard Senior Apartments is a new construction, 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) development, consisting of a single residential building with 55 units for senior aged 55 and older in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This development will provide affordable housing to seniors with incomes ranging from 30-60% of the area median income (AMI). It will include 22-units supported by Section 8 project-based vouchers, providing critical rental assistance to low-income seniors who need stable and secure housing.

Rendering of Leonard Senior Apartments in Grand Rapids

Huntington Community Impact Capital (CIC) is proud to provide $8.17 million in construction financing to support the development of this $17.3 million property, helping to expand affordable housing options for seniors in Grand Rapids.

Developed by Genesis Nonprofit Housing, in partnership with Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids Nonprofit Housing Corporation and the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribe of Michigan, Leonard Senior Apartments benefits from the expertise and commitment of a team with a strong history of affordable housing development. Genesis founded in 1998, has successfully developed eight LIHTC properties in Grand Rapids, totaling 315 units and continues to be a leader in providing affordable housing solutions in the area.

Dwelling Place, a community development corporation formed in 1980 brings decades of experience in developing and preserving affordable housing in Michigan. Through 27 LIHTC and government-assisted projects, Dwelling Place has directly developed over 1,195 units, contributing to the stabilization of communities and the improvement of quality of life for low-income residents. Both Genesis and Dwelling Place are long term clients of Huntington Bank, and we are pleased to continue growing our relationship with them on this impactful project.

This development will provide seniors in Grand Rapids with an affordable, welcoming place to call home, ensuring they have access to stable, high-quality housing that supports their long-term well-being.