South Georgia company plans nearly 100 affordable housing units in Columbus

IDP Properties is in the early stages of development, pending rezoning and tax credit approval

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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A South Georgia construction company, IDP Properties, is in the early stages of planning nearly 100 units of affordable housing along Buena Vista Road in Columbus, Georgia, targeting low-income families. The company was drawn to Columbus after a study identified a need for affordable housing in the area and has a piece of property under contract, currently going through the rezoning process.

Why it matters

The need for affordable housing in Columbus is real, as rent prices have become too high for many residents, especially those who are out of work or not earning enough income. This development could help address the affordable housing shortage in the city.

The details

To apply for housing, applicants must earn below 60 percent of the area's median income. IDP Properties has outlined projected monthly rent ranges, with one-bedrooms starting at $580, two-bedrooms between $700 and $850, and three-bedrooms around $800 to $1,000. After rezoning, the company plans to submit applications for affordable housing tax credits. If awarded in October, construction could begin within six to eight months, with a first phase of 55 to 80 units.

  • IDP Properties has a piece of property under contract and is currently going through the rezoning process.
  • If awarded affordable housing tax credits in October, construction could begin within six to eight months.

The players

IDP Properties

A South Georgia construction company that is planning the affordable housing development in Columbus.

Carter Broun

The Vice President of IDP Properties.

Frances Thomas

A Columbus resident who says the need for affordable housing is real, as rent prices have become too high for many people.

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What they’re saying

“We found a site in Columbus that we think is a good spot for development. So we've got a piece of property under contract and are currently going through the rezoning process.”

— Carter Broun, Vice President, IDP Properties (WTVM)

“Rent is getting too high for a lot of people because we are not getting the kind of money we should be getting. People are out of jobs and stuff like that and they can't afford expensive housing.”

— Frances Thomas, Columbus resident (WTVM)

What’s next

If awarded affordable housing tax credits in October, IDP Properties plans to begin construction on the first phase of 55 to 80 units within six to eight months.

The takeaway

This affordable housing development in Columbus could help address the city's shortage of affordable housing options, particularly for low-income families struggling with high rent prices and job losses. The project highlights the ongoing need for more accessible and attainable housing in the region.