A Model for Modern Affordable Housing: Brush Park Apartments
- CREA
- Jun 25
- 4 min read
Nestled in the heart of downtown Detroit, Brush Park Apartments offers an impressive blend of affordability, convenience, and community-focused living. Located in the revitalized Brush Park neighborhood, just steps from iconic venues like Ford Field, Comerica Park, and Little Caesars Arena, it's a dream address for sports fans and city enthusiasts alike. Tigers, Lions, Pistons and Red Wings, oh my!
Developed by MHT Housing, Inc., the community features 53 thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments tailored for young professionals, students, and couples. Units are income-restricted, with most offered at an average of 55% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Additionally, eight of the homes benefit from Project-Based Housing Assistance via the Detroit Housing Commission, further ensuring access for residents with diverse financial needs.
Beyond affordability, Brush Park Apartments impresses with contemporary design and premium amenities. Large windows provide attractive views of the historic neighborhood. Over 3,700 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, multiple community rooms, and a well-equipped fitness center contribute to a supportive and connected living environment. With a Walk Score of 81, Transit Score of 78, and Bike Score of 67, the location encourages exploration and easy access to Detroit’s cultural, educational, and professional districts.
“Thanks to our partnership with CREA, we’re proud to bring Brush Park to life in the heart of downtown Detroit — a vibrant, affordable housing community, delivering both long term value and a meaningful impact for the city and its residents.”
-T. Van Fox, President of MHT Housing, Inc.
Yet the real strength of Brush Park Apartments lies in its focus on holistic resident support. MHT Housing extends impact through its M Training Center—a tuition-free vocational school offering career training, safety education, health programs, and employment development resources designed to empower residents.
“CREA has been a long-time friend of MHT Housing, and together we continue
to make a significant impact in Michigan. This is evident in the development of Brush Park Apartments and the residents’ access to their M Training Center vocational school, where hands on experience, opportunities, services and support extend well beyond the walls of the development. With partners like MHT, we are not only creating homes but also empowering a brighter, successful future for residents.”
-Alison Anderson, SVP, Originator at CREA
Adding another dimension of support is the involvement of CVS Health, as the sole equity investor. CVS Health is committed to addressing housing insecurity and health disparities—issues that directly affect resident well-being. In June 2023, the company launched the Workforce Innovation and Talent Center (WITC) at Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit, located just half a mile from Brush Park Apartments. The center features a mock retail store and pharmacy, providing immersive training and job placement services to demonstrate career pathways in healthcare.
“When we make investments in local communities, we’re able to create a meaningful impact and help provide equal opportunity for people to improve their wellbeing and reach their fullest potential. By providing not only affordable housing, but also access to supportive services and health care, we’re ensuring residents of Brush Park have the tools they need to lead healthier, more secure lives. We look forward to continuing to identify future opportunities that will help to support and uplift Detroit residents.”
-Teressa Smith, CEO, Aetna Better Health of Michigan, a CVS Health company
When you combine housing, health services, career development, and community-centered amenities—all in a dynamic, walkable neighborhood—Brush Park Apartments stands as a model for what affordable housing can be: a launchpad for stability, growth, and opportunity.
Financing
In addition to LIHTC equity, Brush Park Apartments is financed with a $8.37MM construction loan from Fifth Third Bank, a $2.18MM permanent loan from MHT Housing, a $1.46MM HOME loan from the City of Detroit, and a $1.5MM Bridge loan from Brush MM, Inc.
Environmental Review
Nova Group, GBC provided comprehensive third-party environmental review of documentation on behalf of CREA. The third-party environmental review ensured standards for environmental due diligence were met. In addition, remedial actions necessary for health and safety were performed in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulatory requirements along with accepted industry standards. Nova’s detailed review of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Baseline Environmental Assessments, and supplemental investigative and remediation documentation provided CREA with assurance that the development of Brush Park Apartments supported transparency and accountability—key pillars in building trust with residents and stakeholders. By integrating environmental responsibility into the foundation of the development, Nova Group, GBC reinforced Brush Park Apartments as a model for modern affordable housing where safety, sustainability, and opportunity converge.
Economic Impact
Based on averages provided by the National Association of Home Builders, in its first year, Brush Park Apartments will generate 67 jobs, $4.3MM in wages and salaries, nearly $2MM in federal revenue and $983K in state and local revenue.
*Source: National Association of Home Builders. Note: Totals are based on national estimates regarding the economic impact of residential construction for the U.S. economy as of April 1, 2020.
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