Southernside West Affordable Community Set to Break Ground in Greenville, South Carolina

54-unit senior community to serve low-income residents in Greenville’s emerging Southernside market

Harmony Housing Affordable Development (HHAD), in partnership with the Greenville Housing Fund (GHF), introduces a new affordable housing community, Southernside West, a thoughtfully designed community for seniors located at 846 West Washington Street in Greenville. This four-story development which will bring 54 high-quality apartment homes to residents aged 55 and older, offering a mix of affordability levels serving households earning between 30% and 80% of area median income (AMI), with 10% of units specially reserved for individuals with disabilities.

Set in Greenville’s rapidly evolving Southernside community, Southernside West rises to meet a growing demand for affordable senior housing in an area experiencing significant population growth and limited comparable supply.

Financing for the development includes a loan from CommunityWorks , a Greenville CDFI, along with a construction loan and federal tax credit equity provided by Huntington Bank. Permanent financing will be supported through a 9% Freddie Mac Forward loan arranged through JLL. The City of Greenville contributed to the project through a land donation.

The development will offer a range of modern in-unit features, and community amenities will further enhance daily life, offering spaces to gather, stay active, and connect, including a welcoming community room, fitness center, free on-site parking, and bike racks. Southernside West reflects a strong collaboration between industry leaders, including McMillan Pazdan Smith as architect, Creative Builders as general contractor, and Thomas & Hutton as civil engineer. Each partner brings expertise and vision to create a vibrant and enduring community.

“Southernside West is designed to provide high-quality, affordable housing that supports the health, independence, and well-being of Greenville’s senior population,” said Tanya Eastwood, President and CEO of HHAD. “This development represents not just new housing, but a meaningful investment in the future of the community.”

“HHAD and GHF previously partnered on Southernside East, located a few blocks away, which broke ground last July and is adding 93 affordable apartments for people age 55 and up,” said Deborah McKetty, interim President and CEO of The Greenville Housing Fund. “Partnerships are what make affordable housing a reality in our community, but it also takes vision, leadership and planning. All of these came together to bring us here today.”

Completion of Southernside West is anticipated in October 2027, followed by lease-up through year-end and conversion to permanent financing in April 2028—marking an exciting new chapter in expanding affordable housing opportunities in Greenville.