Former William Barton Rogers Middle School now home to 74 mixed-income rental homes
RANDOLPH, MA / ACCESSWIRE / November 7, 2024 / NEI General Contracting, an award-winning general contracting firm, announced today that it has completed construction on The Pryde, creating New England's first LGBTQ-Affirming affordable community for residents 62 years of age and older. Completed with the development team that includes Pennrose, LGBTQ Senior Housing, Inc. and DiMella Shaffer, the community consists of 74 mixed-income rental homes constructed inside the historic former William Barton Rogers Middle School in Hyde Park, offered to households earning less than 30% to less than 100% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
NEI was chosen to oversee the project thanks to its reputation as one of the region's predominant affordable housing builders, with multiple new construction and renovation projects in its portfolio. The company is routinely selected to partner with community organizations and housing authorities to help navigate the affordable housing process, and to ensure the final project reflects the needs of the community.
The Pryde includes studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Several units were set aside for the formerly homeless and 70% of the units give preference to current Boston residents at initial lease-up. It features a 10,000 square foot community center, a learning classroom, a library, and an art exhibition space. There is also a multipurpose space for neighborhood meetings and events, making the Pryde a centerpiece of community activities in Hyde Park.
Renovations also incorporated lounge areas, a fitness center, on-site laundry, an outdoor courtyard, and more. The brand-new apartments feature modern kitchens with a dishwasher and electric cooktop and wall oven and central A/C. The Pryde is conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and a variety of cultural and outdoor amenities, including the Riverside Theatre Works, Menino Arts Center, YMCA, and the public library. The community is also strategically located near two MBTA commuter rail stops serving the Fairmont and Providence lines.
"The Pryde addresses the significant shortfall of affordable housing for our most vulnerable seniors in and around Boston, while also providing a community where everyone can live with dignity" said Josef F. Rettman, President, NEI. "NEI has consistently been one of Massachusetts' strongest supporters of the need for more affordable housing, and we are pleased to see The Pryde come to life and create access to safe and attainable apartments in Hyde Park."
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NEI is a privately held company committed to affordable housing with extensive experience in ground-up, moderate rehab, elderly, veteran, historic rehab, historic tax credit and tax credit projects. The company provides a full spectrum of general contracting and construction management services to clients throughout the United States.
NEI has three regional offices, to help better serve its clients: Boston to serve the Northeast, Florida to serve the Southeast, and Texas to serve the Southwest.
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