72 Affordable Units Planned Near Greenville's Unity Park

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A 72-unit affordable apartment complex is planned just steps from Greenville's Unity Park, targeting families earning 30%–70% of the area median income with rents starting around $550. The Meadow Street Apartments proposal is now moving through city review and tax-credit applications, joining two nearby senior housing projects as part of the Greenville Housing Fund's growing footprint around Southernside and West Washington Street.

Why it matters

The new affordable housing development near Unity Park aims to provide much-needed housing options for lower-income families in a rapidly gentrifying area of Greenville. As the city continues to see rising rents and home prices, this project could help ensure economic diversity and prevent displacement of long-time residents.

The details

The 72-unit Meadow Street Apartments proposal is being developed by the Greenville Housing Fund, a nonprofit focused on increasing affordable housing options in the city. The apartments will target families earning 30% to 70% of the area median income, with rents starting around $550 per month. The project is now going through the city's review process and applying for tax credits to help finance the development.

• The Meadow Street Apartments proposal is currently moving through city review and tax-credit applications.

What’s next

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