Grace Manor Apartments Opens In North Lawndale, Bringing 65 Affordable Units To Ogden Avenue

Grace Manor Apartments opened in North Lawndale, offering 65 affordable housing units aimed at revitalizing the community. The $40 million project, led by Pastor Marvin Hunter, emphasizes building pride in affordable housing. It features units for households earning up to 60% of the area median income, with 19 units subsidized by the Chicago Housing Authority. Amenities include community rooms, a laundry room, and job training programs, addressing local employment needs. The project aligns with the Invest South/West initiative, which seeks to promote development in historically overlooked areas.

City leaders hope Grace Manor will inspire further investments, fostering a thriving community. Research indicates a significant drop in the Black population in North Lawndale, highlighting the need for such developments. Pastor Hunter stated, “Grace Manor is that vision fulfilled,” emphasizing the project's community-focused mission.