A new affordable housing development has opened its doors in the Coleman Park neighborhood near downtown West Palm Beach. This project, part of the Coleman Renaissance initiative, provides 43 rental units along Tamarind Avenue, aiming to support low-income families, older adults, and individuals with special needs.
Community and Economic Impact
The development was made possible through a partnership between Palm Beach County and the nonprofit Neighborhood Renaissance, which focuses on delivering affordable housing to underserved populations. Carlos Serrano, deputy director of housing and economic development for Palm Beach County, explained that the developer acquired 11 parcels along Tamarind Avenue, assembling them into four different sites to construct the new multifamily rental apartments.
Local resident Shanteral Pickett expressed her approval of the new development, stating, “They are great; they’re nicely built. They should build some more. They improve the neighborhood; it really does. The looks of it, at least when you come here, you’re like, ‘Wow.'”
Ensuring Housing Affordability
As West Palm Beach continues to see redevelopment with luxury high-rise apartments and mixed-use towers, county leaders emphasize the importance of maintaining affordable housing options for current residents. Serrano highlighted the critical role affordable housing plays in the community’s infrastructure, stating, “If we don’t have housing for the folks who live and work here, the economy will overall ultimately suffer.”
The units are available at various income levels, with two-bedroom apartments renting from approximately $600 to $2,000, depending on the income level for which the apartment was set aside. Serrano encouraged those interested in living in one of the units to contact Neighborhood Renaissance to determine income eligibility.
The county is committed to continuing efforts to build more affordable housing projects across Palm Beach County, ensuring that existing neighborhood residents can afford to stay in the area.
Original reporting: WPBF (Treasure Coast / Hearst) — read the source article.
