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Clearwater Turns Surplus Properties Into Redevelopment Opportunities
83 Degrees Media highlights how Clearwater is leveraging federal CDBG and HOME funds to expand affordable housing, redevelop key properties, and provide assistance programs like down payment support and rehab loans, helping working families access safe and stable housing.
Clearwater Gardens Nears Completion
A new affordable housing project in Clearwater is nearing completion. Clearwater Gardens, located at 1250 Cleveland Street, is a 4-story building with 81 one and two-bedroom units.
“One of the top priorities here in Clearwater, is to support the development of inclusive housing,” said Dylan Mayeux with the City of Clearwater’s Department of Housing and Economic Development.
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Clearwater Gardens Breaks Ground
Clearwater Gardens, an 81-unit affordable apartment community, is coming to Downtown Clearwater. Developed by Archway Partners, the community is set to welcome its first residents in fall 2025. Pre-leasing is now underway.
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Community Development Block Grant Program
During the 2023-24 fiscal year, Clearwater’s Housing Division closed 33 affordable and workforce housing loans and four multi-family projects totaling approximately $5.175 million.
83 Degrees Media highlights local impact of CDBG, HOME programs for National Community Development Week
The Indigo: 208 Affordable Housing Units Secured for Clearwater Residents Through Strategic Public-Private Partnership
The city of Clearwater is proud to announce a major milestone in its commitment to housing affordability through the successful closing of a transformative agreement with Sunrise Affordable Housing Group. Under this agreement, the 208-unit Indigo Apartments will be preserved and converted into 100% affordable housing, benefiting households earning 30%, 60%, and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
"This is a major win for Clearwater families," said Mayor Bruce Rector. "By partnering with Sunrise, we’re not only preserving existing housing, we’re securing long-term affordability and stability in one of our city's most critical and underserved areas of need."
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