Albany's Calapooia Commons Development Now Complete

New mixed-use buildings replace dilapidated historic homes in Monteith Historic District

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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After an eight-year development process, Albany home builders Mark and Tina Siegner have successfully completed construction of two three-story multipurpose buildings on the northeast corner of Fourth Avenue and Calapooia Street. The new Calapooia Commons development features commercial spaces on the ground floor, including salons and a barbershop, as well as eight upstairs apartments.

Why it matters

The Calapooia Commons project generated some controversy when it began in 2018 due to the demolition of three historic but severely dilapidated houses in the Monteith Historic District. However, the completed development appears to have revitalized the corner and brought new commercial and residential activity to the area.

The details

The Siegners purchased the property in February 2018 and began construction shortly after, despite some initial opposition from historic preservation advocates. The city had previously condemned the three existing houses on the site as dangerous and uninhabitable. The new Calapooia Commons buildings feature commercial spaces on the ground floor and eight upstairs apartments, with at least one apartment already occupied.

  • The Siegners purchased the property in February 2018.
  • Construction on the Calapooia Commons development began shortly after the property was acquired in 2018.
  • The project faced some controversy and opposition in its early stages in 2018 due to the demolition of three historic houses.
  • As of January 2025, the development was still under construction.
  • The Calapooia Commons development was completed as of February 2026.

The players

Mark and Tina Siegner

Albany home builders who purchased the property in 2018 and developed the Calapooia Commons project.

Monteith Historic District

The historic neighborhood in Albany where the Calapooia Commons development is located.

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What they’re saying

“I think the neighborhood has reason to be pleased with the result.”

— Hasso Hering, Local journalist (hh-today.com)

The takeaway

The completion of the Calapooia Commons development demonstrates how new construction can revitalize a historic neighborhood, even when it requires the demolition of some older structures. The project highlights the balance that communities must strike between preserving the past and allowing for responsible development to meet modern needs.