Baltimore, MD.– Enterprise Community Development was joined by city and state leaders today to celebrate the groundbreakings of Greens at Irvington Mews II and Park Heights Place, located in Baltimore’s Irvington and Park Heights Neighborhoods. The event marks the beginning of the construction and renovation of two projects that are designed to offer energy-efficient and affordable homes for seniors and formerly homeless veterans. The combined investments will introduce 59 new homes at Greens at Irvington Mews II and 84 renovated homes at Park Heights Place. These two projects expand Enterprise’s affordable housing footprint in Baltimore which includes 18 communities serving 2,100 residents.
Those in attendance for the celebration included:
- Jacob R. Day, Secretary, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
- Brandon Scott, Mayor of Baltimore
- Ethan Handelman, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Janine Lind, President, Enterprise Community Development
“We are excited to break ground on two projects that reflect our deep commitment to creating affordable, sustainable homes for an important group of Baltimore residents, seniors and veterans,” said Janine Lind, President of Enterprise Community Development. “Aligned with our mission to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging, as well as platforms for resilience and upward mobility, we celebrate construction kickoff for these beautiful and modern new apartment homes that not only provide much-needed housing, but also help allow the residents to live independently and age in place.”
“Today’s groundbreaking for Irvington Mews II marks more than just the start of construction. It’s a promise to our older adults that we remain dedicated to ensuring they have a safe, affordable place to call home — a place designed with their needs in mind that keeps them in the same communities that they have fought to improve for decades. This project, and the far-reaching partnerships that made it possible, is a celebration of equitable economic development right here in Baltimore City and I could not be more proud to be part of it,” said Mayor Brandon Scott.
Greens at Irvington Mews II, located at 200 S. Woodington Rd., is the second phase of the Greens at Irvington Mews development. The new four-story building will provide 59 apartments for low-to-moderate income independent seniors. This project includes 47 apartments for residents earning up to 50% of the AMI and 12 apartments for those earning up to 30% AMI, which will be prioritized for formerly homeless individuals, with a preference for veterans. It is designed to help seniors to live independently as they age in place.
The new development will offer a range of modern amenities, including a fitness center, a computer room, and a rooftop terrace. In line with Enterprise’s focus on sustainability, the building will use low VOC finishes, green-certified carpets, and other environmentally friendly materials. The $26.6 million project, funded by a combination of public and private sources, including the HUD Section 202 Program for the Elderly and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), is expected to be completed by October 2025.
Originally constructed in 1998, Park Heights Place, located at 5430 Park Heights Avenue will undergo significant renovations to improve energy efficiency, accessibility, and overall living conditions for its residents. The 84-unit apartment building serves seniors, most of whom earn 50% or less of the AMI. The $15.8 million renovation will introduce key improvements, such as energy-efficient windows, modernized kitchens, upgraded accessible bathrooms, and new LED lighting. The installation of an on-grade diesel generator will ensure life-safety during power outages.
Residents will also benefit from modern common areas, upgraded mechanical systems, and clean energy enhancements, including solar energy systems and electric vehicle charging stations. The renovation is expected to be completed by July 2025.
These two communities are part of Enterprise’s larger development momentum in Maryland, where the organization recently secured $116.4 million in financing for the preservation and modernization of 313 affordable apartments across the state, including these two properties along with College Parkway Place. This financing supports the organization’s mission to address housing challenges for families, seniors, and formerly homeless veterans.
Both projects highlight the vital role public-private partnerships play in developing affordable housing. Funding sources include LIHTC, HUD’s Green and Resilient Retrofit Program, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, the Maryland Energy Administration, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation.
Enterprise’s new Clean Energy Program will be rolled out to residents, once construction is complete, offering them 20-50% discounts on electricity. Clean energy features, such as solar systems and battery storage, are also being incorporated into these communities, reflecting the organization's commitment to sustainability.
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Enterprise Community Development is a mission-driven affordable housing provider that specializes in high-impact residential development, preservation, property management and resident services for more than 23,000 people who call our communities home. Our $1.4 billion portfolio includes 116 communities and 13,000 homes, positioning us as the largest nonprofit affordable housing provider in the Mid-Atlantic and the sixth largest nonprofit owner of affordable housing in the United States. We are an affiliate of Enterprise Community Partners. For more information, visit www.enterprisecommunitydevelopment.org.