Westside Future Fund (WFF) is excited to celebrate a significant achievement with the groundbreaking of its latest affordable multifamily housing development at 646 Echo Street. This event marks a pivotal moment in the organization’s ongoing mission to revitalize and restore the historic Westside.
The 646 Echo Street development represents a significant milestone in WFF’s next chapter, addressing the urgent need for high-quality, affordable housing in the area. This project will feature two three-story buildings, totaling 24 residential units. Among these units, two will be ADA-compliant, ensuring accessibility for all community members. The development’s strategic location, just 1.5 blocks from the Westside Beltline Connector Trail, enhances its appeal by providing easy access to both recreational and commercial amenities.
As a place-based nonprofit, WFF is committed to restoring and preserving the cultural and historical essence of the Westside, ensuring it remains a place where all residents can thrive. This development is a continuation of WFF’s broader strategy, which includes the Westside Land Use Framework Plan—unanimously adopted by the Atlanta City Council in 2017.
The project is a testament to WFF’s commitment to not only enhancing housing options but also fostering community development. It aligns with the organization’s mission to provide quality affordable housing while supporting legacy residents who have long-standing ties to the area. This approach is central to WFF’s Home on the Westside program, which prioritizes residents with essential connections (live, work and learn) to the neighborhood.
646 Echo Street is designed to cater to various income levels: 20% of the units will be available at 30% Area Median Income (AMI), 30% at 60% AMI, and 50% at 80% AMI. This distribution ensures that a broad spectrum of residents will benefit from the new housing options. The projected completion date for the development is September 2025.
This project is generously funded by key philanthropic partners, including Invest Atlanta and the WFF Impact Fund. Additionally, development partners Kronberg Urbanists + Architects and oaksATL are contributing their expertise to bring this transformative project to fruition.
The groundbreaking at 646 Echo Street is not just about constructing buildings; it represents a broader vision for community revitalization. WFF’s efforts are part of a larger campaign, “Our Next Chapter,” which aims to raise $55 million to support various neighborhood revitalization initiatives. The organization is halfway to this ambitious goal, thanks to the support of numerous contributors.
Consider partnering with WFF for Our Next Chapter.