New Flats at Fondren Apartment Complex Breaks Ground in Jackson

The 234-unit development aims to revitalize the Fondren district and support local businesses.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:52pm

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A miniature, stylized 3D illustration of the Flats at Fondren apartment complex, featuring a pool, pavilion, and other amenities, set against a soft pastel background to conceptually represent the development's role in enhancing the local community in Jackson, Mississippi.The new Flats at Fondren apartment complex aims to revitalize Jackson's Fondren district with quality rental housing and community-focused amenities.Jackson Today

City officials and developers celebrated the groundbreaking of the Flats at Fondren, a new 234-unit apartment complex in Jackson, Mississippi's Fondren neighborhood. The project, developed by Arlington Properties, is expected to bring new residents, foot traffic, and revenue to the area, which has seen business losses in recent years.

Why it matters

The Flats at Fondren is part of a broader effort to revitalize the Fondren district and attract new investment and residents to Jackson. The new apartment complex is expected to boost the local economy by increasing foot traffic and revenue for nearby businesses.

The details

The Flats at Fondren will feature a range of amenities including a pool, pavilion, fitness center, and game room. The 234-unit complex is being developed by Arlington Properties, which also owns the District Lofts in Jackson. City leaders are touting the Flats as the finest rental housing project in the city. The development is expected to bring new life to the Fondren area, which has seen business losses in recent years.

  • The groundbreaking ceremony for the Flats at Fondren took place on April 16, 2026.

The players

Arlington Properties

The real estate development company building the Flats at Fondren apartment complex.

Tony Smith

Hinds County supervisor for District 2, who highlighted the growth and positive changes happening in Jackson.

Joshua Jefferson

A Jackson native who expressed excitement about the transformation in the Fondren district.

Jeff Washington

The owner of Sweet Tasting, a nearby business that is optimistic about the impact of the new Flats at Fondren complex.

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What they’re saying

“It has stayed full, it has a waiting list, so we know that there is pent-up demand for quality rental housing, and that's why we're here.”

— Dave Arlington, Arlington Properties

“We've been losing businesses, now we're gaining.”

— Tony Smith, Hinds County Supervisor

“It was old buildings, dilapidated buildings, overgrown properties, and now everything looks a lot better.”

— Joshua Jefferson, Jackson Native

“I think that's very exciting. That's more foot traffic here in the Fondren district.”

— Jeff Washington, Owner, Sweet Tasting

“Jackson is rising, and there is a rebirth of Hinds County, so we're becoming a sustainable county again.”

— Tony Smith, Hinds County Supervisor

What’s next

The Flats at Fondren apartment complex is expected to be completed and open for residents in 2027.

The takeaway

The Flats at Fondren development represents a significant investment in revitalizing the Fondren district of Jackson, Mississippi. By adding new housing, amenities, and foot traffic, the project aims to support local businesses and contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the area.