Mission & Concept
St. Luke’s stands as a testament to community-driven efforts aimed at preserving and expanding affordable housing in Seattle’s vibrant Ballard neighborhood. This new construction, infill development introduces 84 new affordable family apartments, enriching the area’s amenities.
Guided by a mission to strengthen communities and improve lives, BRIDGE Housing is a leading nonprofit developer, owner, and manager of high-quality affordable housing committed to advancing opportunities in the Pacific Northwest region.
Project Description
St. Luke’s emerged through a Request for Proposal (RFP) initiated by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in 2021. According to The Reverend Canon Britt Olson, St. Luke’s vision for the next century is to create a nurturing community where love thrives. Located in the heart of Ballard, a diversified, urban area known for its exceptional schools, lush green spaces, and robust community institutions, St. Luke’s will provide easy access to numerous amenities, including multiple grocery stores, frequent bus service to downtown and the University of Washington, public parks and libraries, and a forthcoming light rail transit station. This initiative aims to address the pressing need for affordable housing while fostering the wellbeing of Ballard and its neighboring communities.
Site Information
28 studio units, 22 one-bedroom, 14 two-bedroom (includes manager’s unit), and 20 three-bedroom.
Design Features
- Efficient design to incorporate 84 family units on a 0.34 acre site.
- Roof-top amenity area for residents. Community room, shared laundry facilities, on-site resident services.
- Modern, simple, Scandinavian design to fit in with community.
- First project in the City of Seattle to utilize the density bonus on church-owned land.
Sustainability Features
- 25% of common area electricity provided by PV array on roof.
- 75% of construction waste diverted out of landfill.
- 100% drought tolerant and native vegetation.
- Water saving plumbing fixtures.
- Energy Star appliances.
Financials
| Total Cost: | $52,000,000 |
| Construction Lender: | JP Morgan Chase |
| Equity Investor: | National Affordable Housing Trust – UnitedHealth Group |
| Soft Lenders: | Seattle Housing Authority, Seattle Office of Housing |
Project Partners
