HOUSING

Sacred Heart at St. Bernard is a revitalized community hub located in the heart of the 7th Ward, built on the foundation of the historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The redevelopment features a blend of residential and commercial spaces, preserving the church's iconic structure while providing much-needed housing in the area. The project includes 53 units, with six apartments housed within the church itself, emphasizing the balance between maintaining historic integrity and modern living needs.

 

The adaptive reuse of the church aims to foster community connections and provide affordable housing options. In addition to residential units, the complex has a communal space that promotes social interaction, featuring a lounge and a coffee bar, making it a gathering place for residents and the local community​.

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This project exemplifies a growing trend in New Orleans, where historic churches are being transformed into functional spaces that serve contemporary community needs. By repurposing such important landmarks, Sacred Heart at St. Bernard contributes to the preservation of local culture while addressing housing shortages in the neighborhood

IN CONSTRUCTION -- Projected Summer 2025

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UNITS -- 51 units set aside for low and moderate income households with market rate units

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Strategically located on St. Bernard Avenue across from the historic Circle Food Store, the St. Bernard Circle Apartments development will provide the citizens of New Orleans with high-quality, affordable and market rate housing units in the historic and culturally significant 7th Ward.

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In partnership with New Orleans Restoration Properties, the St. Bernard Circle Apartment community will consist of 51 residential units in one four-story multifamily building with a three-story façade fronting St. Bernard Avenue that will also include two retail bays for local, minority-owned small businesses. The unit mix will offer a healthy mix across all income spectrums with 16 units for low income households, 24 units for moderate income households, and 11 market rate units. The project will be built in a transformative way for the City of New Orleans by designing with industry-leading sustainability, stormwater management, and disaster resilience features certified by Enterprise Green Communities and FORTIFIED Gold Standard.

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via HRI Properties

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