United Believers Community Church in Hickman Mills is planning a $19.5 million housing project on its campus, according to the church and city officials. Predevelopment costs in the amount of $1.8 million will be covered by the Kansas City Shared Success Fund after an ordinance was passed on Jan. 29.
Planned for the campus at 5600 E. 112th Terr. is Edwards Estates. The four-story apartment building with 60 units will serve working families who earn between 30% and 60% of the median income, according to pastor Darron Edwards. Current plans show rent costs between $850 and $1,450 per month depending on the unit. Units will range from one to three bedrooms.
The Nash Group (led by former councilman Troy Nash), Alpha Development, Paramount Bank and the Greater Kansas City Local Initiative Support Corporation have been named as partners in the project. Construction is expected to begin by mid-2027 with the first residents moving in by early 2029…