New 150-Unit Senior Living Apartment Complex Opens In Somerset County

BRANCHBURG, NJ — A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Monday to celebrate the grand opening of Cornerstone at Branchburg, a LEED®-certified community offering 150 age (55+) and income-restricted housing units, announced Walters.

The event was held at 1000 Cornerstone Drive in Branchburg (at the corner of Old York Road and Route 202).

Branchburg’s Deputy Mayor Anna Columbus, New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) Credit Officer Michael Coe, and Branchburg Police Chief Richard Buck joined the Walters’ team for the ribbon cutting.

"Thanks to all the people that made this happen," said Joseph Del Duca, partner and director of affordable housing for Walters. "We’re extremely grateful to the Township of Branchburg for their support from the start of this project. They’ve been a good partner to work with and we hope it will continue to be a long-term and happy relationship."

Earlier this year some residents began moving into the apartment community with the first building nearly full.

Cornerstone offers seniors access to a community room with a billiards table, a fully equipped kitchen, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a computer center, outdoor areas with gas grills, and a shuttle service. A staffed social services coordinator is available upon request.

"Walters is proud to be delivering a high-quality apartment community where seniors can have access to safe and affordable housing in a supportive environment," Del Duca said.

The two-building development sits on nearly 12 acres in Somerset County and offers one- and two-bedroom apartment homes, ranging from around 700 to 900 square feet. Every unit features a full-size washer and dryer, fully equipped kitchens, window blinds in every room, and secure key fob access.

Cornerstone at Branchburg apartments are available to residents whose incomes are at or below 60 percent of the area’s median income. Rental rates are based on the renter’s gross annual income, according to the rent/income requirements chart.

Applications and inquiries for Cornerstone at Branchburg can be made by calling 908-252-0005, or visiting wgapts.com.