Johns Hopkins Completes Major Renovations to Bradford Apartments

Upgrades to undergraduate housing include modern finishes, enhanced community spaces, and sustainability measures.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 7:12am

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Bradford Apartments, an undergraduate residence hall at Johns Hopkins University, has completed a major modernization project in time for the start of the 2025-26 academic year. The renovations focused on improving functionality, comfort, and aesthetics to create a welcoming and supportive living environment for students, including new kitchen appliances, upgraded bathrooms, refreshed common areas, and sustainability features like Energy Star appliances and WaterSense plumbing.

Why it matters

The upgrades to Bradford Apartments reflect Johns Hopkins' continued commitment to enhancing the campus-living experience and meeting the needs of current and future students. The project also aligns with the university's broader sustainability goals by incorporating energy-efficient and water-saving measures.

The details

The renovations at Bradford Apartments were the building's first major upgrades since 1991. The project focused on improving functionality, comfort, and aesthetics, including new kitchen cabinets and appliances, upgraded bathrooms, refreshed common areas, and new and refinished floors. Each apartment also received new bed frames and mattresses, with used beds donated to local nonprofits.

  • The upgrades were carried out during the university's summer break in 2025.
  • Bradford Apartments officially completed the modernization process in time for the start of the 2025-26 academic year.

The players

Johns Hopkins University

A private research university located in Baltimore, Maryland, known for its strong programs in medicine, engineering, and the sciences.

Lisa Freeman

The executive director of On-Campus Living at Johns Hopkins University.

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What they’re saying

“This modernization of Bradford Apartments does more than just provide high-quality residential housing. It also establishes vibrant spaces for students to engage with one another and build community.”

— Lisa Freeman, Executive director of On-Campus Living

What’s next

The university is also planning to replace the AMR I residence hall, further enhancing the campus-living experience for students.

The takeaway

The renovations to Bradford Apartments demonstrate Johns Hopkins' commitment to providing modern, sustainable, and community-focused housing options for its students, ensuring they have a comfortable and engaging living environment to support their academic and personal growth.