Mayor Graham Richard and neighborhood leaders today joined Delagrange Homes, Ideal Builders and Lancia Homes to break ground on Renaissance Pointe, a major development that includes plans for nearly 400 new homes and the renovation of more than 100 existing homes near downtown
Area builders Delagrange Homes, Ideal Builders and Lancia Homes have created a variety of home designs and floor plans that match the architectural character of existing homes in the neighborhood. Mansur Real Estate Services, Inc. of
“All of us at Delagrange Homes could not be more pleased to be participating in the Renaissance Pointe project. It gives us a chance to use our developed expertise in homebuilding to help families achieve what is for most of us our most important possession: a home,” said Delagrange Homes co-owner Herb Delagrange. “We care deeply about people and for us to have a chance to help revitalize an important and historical part of our community is a joy.”
“Here at Ideal Builders, we're proud to have a role in bringing quality homes to Renaissance Pointe. This development combines the best of a traditional neighborhood setting with all of the conveniences of modern living right near downtown,” said Kevan Biggs, CEO of Ideal Builders
“Lancia Homes is excited to be a part of this innovative project,” said Jim Lancia, president of Lancia Homes. “Renaissance Pointe gives homebuyers a chance to build a new home in the heart of the city. The scale of this development, with 400 new homes, will allow the neighborhood to regain its character while preserving the front-porch feel.”
National City Bank is financing $900,000 of investment in Renaissance Pointe, including the six model homes that will showcase some of the builders' designs. The model homes are scheduled to be completed by October.
In addition to new and renovated homes, Renaissance Pointe will have a new greenway trail, new street lighting and streetscape enhancements, alley upgrades, curb and sidewalk improvements, traffic calming, and stormwater upgrades. The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne recently announced plans to build a $7 million state-of-the-art center in Renaissance Pointe. The total in private and community investment is estimated at $70 million.
Renaissance Pointe is part of a national trend toward near-downtown living. The targeted housing market includes existing neighborhood residents, young professionals, newcomers to the region, and individuals and families anxious to live close to downtown amenities including dining, shopping, culture, and entertainment.
Special financing incentives are available to qualified new homebuyers in Renaissance Pointe as well as lower-income buyers including downpayment assistance grants, tax abatements and other incentives. National City Bank and Fifth Third Bank are offering lower mortgage rates to qualified buyers. Rehab incentives are also available for current Renaissance Pointe homeowners. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is participating with initial funding assistance for Renaissance Pointe.
A recent study by Zimmerman/Volk Associates, Inc. found a demand for housing in southeast
Renaissance Pointe also features a Smart/Green home that uses technology to enhance home efficiency and improve the environment.
Today's groundbreaking will be followed by a Renaissance Pointe Community Celebration from 3-7 p.m. Friday, June 29 at 2323 Bowser Ave.(across from Phoenix Manor Apartments). The Community Celebration will feature free food, entertainment and additional information about Renaissance Pointe.
For more information, visit www.rpointe.org