New Properties to Develop
Community Roots Housing currently has over 1,000 units in its active pipeline, the most recently completed projects, the Liberty Bank Building and Station House, combined are well over 200 new units of affordable housing. The organization is seeking additional multifamily development sites in Seattle that meet the following criteria:
Location: Throughout Seattle. Properties near transportation hubs are a priority.
Size: Prefer sites that could accommodate at least 100 units.
Zoning: MF, NC zones
Structure: We will consider development joint ventures with land owners (non-profits and others) who have a desire to redevelop sites to include an affordable housing component.
Learn about the current development projects in our pipeline.
Existing Properties
Community Roots Housing is also actively seeking to purchase existing multifamily buildings. We have access to capital and can offer flexible terms to accommodate seller needs.
Location: Capitol Hill, Central District, Belltown, West Seattle, other Seattle neighborhoods. Especially interested in buildings near transportation hubs.
Size: Focus on properties of at least 100 units, may consider smaller buildings in certain areas. Will consider portfolios and other unique situations.
Affordability: Strong interest in buildings that have an existing Section 8 contract or currently serve residents of limited means.
Contacts: Development sites and properties requiring extensive renovation, please contact Jeremy Wilkening at jwilkening@communityrootshousing.org or (206) 204-3830. Existing operating buildings, please contact Brad Lange at blange@communityrootshousing.org or (206) 204-3846.
Learn about our portfolio of current properties.
