GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. — Eastpointe Commons, Hope Network’s $40 million redevelopment of an affordable housing complex in Grand Rapids, held its grand opening May 20. The 118-unit community now is 100 percent occupied.
Located at 1460 E. Fulton St., Eastpointe Commons includes 79 one-bedroom units, 34 two-bedroom units and five three-bedroom units, catering to a variety of income levels.
Construction and renovation of the former Fulton Manor property began in June 2023, led by DeStigter Architecture and Pioneer Construction.
Financing sources for the project include UnitedHealth Group, which provided a $16.5 million equity investment, Cinnaire Corporation, Fifth Third Bank, CPC Financial, HUD CPF Community Grant and the City of Grand Rapids MEDC grant.
According to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, the state is facing a shortage of 140,000 housing units to meet demand.
Social services and case management is available on-site as is access to round-the-clock assistance and security. Nursing services are also offered on-site one day a month. Other amenities include an exercise and multi-purpose room, courtyard, walking paths and barbecues.