Urban Pathways and The Children’s Village Build New Housing Initiative

Urban Pathways and The Children’s Village today announced a groundbreaking partnership to develop a state-of-the-art housing complex at 834-836 East 147th Street in The Bronx, offering beauty and stability to formerly homeless individuals, young adults transitioning out of foster care and our community.

This innovative $64 million project, spanning approximately eight stories and 83,000 square feet, will provide 123 studio and one-bedroom apartments. Among them are units specifically designated to receive supportive services for individuals in need and units at or below 60% the Area Median Income for qualified New Yorkers. Area median income (or AMI) is the midpoint of a specific area’s income distribution and calculated on an annual basis by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

“We believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home,” said Frederick Shack, CEO of Urban Pathways, which serves as co-developer, property manager and supportive service provider along with The Children’s Village. “Through this partnership with The Children’s Village, we are not just building housing; we are building futures.”

“We are honored to be part of this transformative project, aligning with our mission to support the most marginalized children and families in the New York metropolitan area,” said Jeremy Kohomban, CEO of The Children's Village, which serves as co-developer and supportive service provider. “At The Children's Village, we firmly believe that integrated housing is not just a basic necessity; it's a fundamental building block for a brighter future. This partnership with Urban Pathways represents a significant step forward in our collective efforts to create communities where every individual has the opportunity to succeed.”

Located in the vibrant Mott Haven neighborhood, the development will include essential amenities such as supportive office space, a multi-purpose room with access to a landscaped rear yard, and a spacious lobby. Additionally, the building will feature communal laundry and bicycle storage facilities, ensuring the comfort and convenience of its residents. The location offers convenient access to public transportation at the nearby 6 train and several city bus routes, and residents will also enjoy St. Mary’s Park, a spacious park with a recreation center, just three blocks away.

Developers expect to break ground on the housing development next year and envision completion by 2028.

The project is expected to adhere to rigorous green building standards, incorporating eco-friendly features such as solar panels and healthy living programs. Funding for the project is currently anticipated through various sources, including The New York State Housing Finance Agency, the Homeless Housing Assistance Program, and supportive subsidies from the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative and Section 8.

The project was supported with an early, flexible loan from the Leviticus Fund. The development team includes Urban Quotient, a full-service architecture firm based in New York City, attorney Niki Tsismenakis of Goldstein Hall and attorney Karen Sherman formerly of Reno and Cavanaugh PLLC (formerly Sherman Law).

Founded in 1975, Urban Pathways is a nonprofit organization committed to combatting homelessness through housing and support services while advocating for systemic change. Rooted in compassion and a “housing first” approach, Urban Pathways empowers more than 2,500 individuals every year as they work toward a better quality of life and lasting change. Get involved at www.urbanpathways.org.

The Children’s Village (CV) is committed to the wellbeing of children, teens, and families by advocating for, strengthening, and reuniting families; building community partnerships; creating innovative programs; and connecting people to resources that focus on equity, basic needs, and human rights. Learn more at http://www.childrensvillage.org.