HOUSING

Exciting progress continues at Foster Senior Lofts!

Phase One of the project is officially complete, including the safe demolition of the former Jefferson School, carried out in full compliance with all environmental and safety standards. With the site prepared, work is now focused on moving the project toward completion.

This location at 610 Bond Street is being transformed into a 46-unit apartment community for residents aged 55 and older, offering safe, modern, and affordable housing designed to support independent living. Foster Senior Lofts is slated for completion in Spring 2026 and represents a meaningful investment in Elyria’s future and in the dignity of our senior residents.

We’re proud to partner with Pivotal Housing Partners on this transformative project and encourage the community to drive by 610 Bond Street to see the progress taking shape.

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One of the most important parts of the work of the Elyria Community Partnership will be to support the housing market in Elyria. Elyria is a city of many neighborhoods some of which qualify as low and moderate income census tracts. The Partnership will focus its efforts related to housing in these neighborhoods and will specifically consider communities that have more severe housing challenges and are adjacent to downtown.

As we continue shaping our housing strategy, we are engaged in a thoughtful planning process to explore how we can best support Elyria’s neighborhoods. Potential program areas under consideration include housing rehabilitation, model block initiatives, and home repair programs—all of which have been successfully implemented by peer community development organizations across the region.

Our goal is to expand access to safe, healthy, and quality housing at all income levels. In partnership with the City of Elyria—and, when possible, with the private sector—we hope to support reinvestment in existing homes and explore opportunities for new housing development on vacant lots, particularly in neighborhoods that are currently underserved.

We also recognize the value of collaboration. When possible, the Elyria Community Partnership seeks to work alongside high-capacity regional organizations like CHN Housing Partners and others that can bring additional resources, expertise, and long-term impact to our community.

Together, we can ensure Elyria remains a place where people not only live—but truly thrive.