Sangamon County – and in particular, Springfield’s east side – is about to get a healthy helping of new, single-family, affordable houses thanks to a partnership between the City of Springfield, the state of Illinois, and various community partners.
The construction of Nehemiah Homes RMJ, a new development of 40 two-, three- and four-bedroom single-family homes on Springfield’s East side – initiated by the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church – is the fourth phase of a project dating back to 2006 which has so far created 80 such houses for individuals and families in need.
With financial support from the Illinois Housing Development Authority, the City of Springfield, Carrollton Bank, Hunt Capital, and other local partners, the homes will be built on 21 vacant lots along ten streets near the intersection of Grand Ave. and Wheeler St.
“The City of Springfield is dedicated to supporting a solution to providing new and affordable housing to the underdeveloped areas of our community,” said Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher. “We are excited to partner with IHDA, Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Carrollton Bank, Hunt Capital and State Senator Doris Turner to make a positive impact on our community and help create a brighter future for our city.”
Construction will begin this month and is scheduled to be completed by summer 2024.
