BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) – The Doe Fund, a nonprofit organization renowned for its Ready, Willing & Able program, is set to introduce 104 new affordable homes to Canarsie, Brooklyn.
This development, which will be located on Rockaway Avenue, is part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to expand affordable and supportive housing.
The new development will provide 104 permanent and affordable housing units, with prices as low as 30% of the area’s median income.
A grocery store will occupy the ground floor, enhancing residents’ accessibility to essential services.
The project is slated for completion by 2026.
“Every unit counts. Having affordable housing and affordable housing with onsite supportive services is critical for this neighborhood. It’s critical for all of New York,” Christopher Luggiero, Vice President of Communications at the Doe Fund, said.
Residents of the Rockaway Avenue project can look forward to an array of amenities designed to enhance their living experience. These include community spaces, a bike lounge and bike room, laundry facilities, on-site supportive services, a live-in superintendent, and energy-efficient appliances.