Southeast Raleigh Promise Breaks Ground on ‘Promise of Home’ Mixed-Income Housing Project
RALEIGH, NC – A major step toward transforming housing access in Southeast Raleigh is officially underway—but this milestone is about far more than construction. With community leaders, residents, and elected officials gathered on Gregg Street, Southeast Raleigh Promise celebrated a groundbreaking that signals new opportunities for families to live, grow, and thrive.
A Milestone Moment for Southeast Raleigh
On Friday, April 24, Southeast Raleigh Promise officially broke ground on its first mixed-income housing development—bringing its vision of the “Promise of Home” to life.
More than 150 residents, partners, funders, and elected officials gathered at 1131 Gregg Street, one of several sites where new housing will rise.
The event marked a powerful moment for a community-focused initiative that has spent years building toward this day.
What’s Being Built
The project will deliver 25 mixed-income rental homes across nine city-owned lots, including:
- Single-family homes
- Duplexes
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
Construction is already underway at multiple locations, including:
- A single-family home near 1102 S. Person Street
- A duplex at 911 Edenton Street
- Four duplexes and four ADUs at the Gregg and Bragg streets site
These homes are designed to serve residents across a range of income levels, ensuring the community remains inclusive and connected.
More Than Housing—A Community Investment
This initiative is rooted in a broader mission:
building pathways for long-term community success.
Southeast Raleigh Promise continues to invest in:
- Education
- Economic mobility
- Health and wellbeing
- Accessible, mixed-income housing
“This milestone reflects years of partnership, planning, and deep community engagement,” leaders emphasized—highlighting a long-term commitment to sustainable growth.
Local Businesses and Community Voices Take Center Stage
The celebration also spotlighted local entrepreneurship through the Rock Quarry Road Corridor Small Business Alliance.
Vendors showcased a range of products, including:
- Custom apparel featuring phrases like “Southeast Raleigh On Purpose”
- Fresh juices and handmade goods
- Soy candles and all-natural soaps
- Food offerings including Cajun and halal cuisine
Students from Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School also contributed, serving homemade baked goods—adding a personal, community-driven touch to the event.
Leaders and Partners Show Strong Support
The groundbreaking drew support from a wide network of public and private partners, including:
- City of Raleigh
- Wake County
- Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF)
- Purpose Built Communities
- Tom Russell Charitable Foundation
Project partners include Urban Trends, TightLines Designs, RBI, and First Rate Property Management.
Speakers included:
- CEO Yvette Holmes
- Board Chair Sondra Collins (North State Bank)
- Councilman Corey Branch
- Commissioner Cheryl Stallings
- Congresswoman Deborah Ross
- State Sen. Dan Blue
- Rep. Monika Johnson-Hostler
“We’re excited about what’s ahead and the chance to create mixed-income housing solutions that keep our communities connected and accessible,” Holmes said.
A Decade of Impact—and What Comes Next
As Southeast Raleigh Promise celebrates its 10th anniversary as the region’s first Purpose Built Communities model, this groundbreaking represents both a milestone and a momentum shift.
It reflects years of intentional work—and signals a future focused on equity, stability, and opportunity.
Conclusion
What unfolded on Gregg Street was more than a ceremonial groundbreaking—it was a tangible investment in the future of Southeast Raleigh. As construction begins and plans take shape, this project stands as a powerful reminder that when community, vision, and partnership align, meaningful change follows. And by all accounts, this is just the beginning.