It takes some legwork for applicants to get the house keys.

They must meet credit requirements that are determined on a case-by-case basis, said Christina Hewitt, housing manager for Neighborhood Renaissance, a nonprofit organization based in West Palm Beach that’s responsible for matching buyers to homes in Wellington.

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Large 1/1 apartment in quiet neighborhood near shops, resturants, and mass transit in historic Northwood Village.  This apartment includes the free use of a washer/dryer in the utility room.  You only need to bring your dirty clothes and soap!  In the apartment are a full sized refridgerator, stove, and dishwasher.

The rent includes water, curbside recycling, and trash collection.  For more information about this great aparment click here

4/2.5 homes for $140,00 and with many great amenities for first-time homebuyers.  For the price of a short sell you can have a turnkey home with a 1 year warranty and none of the hassles.

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Westgate Duplex

Now taking preconstruction reservations for 3/2 duplexes with CBS constrution.  These homes are affordably priced at $120,000.  Upon completion each home will be green certified for energy efficiency and long-term cost savings for the homeowner.  Each duplex will be owner-occupied.

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Neighborhood Renaissance is now reserving new homes in Westgate for first-time homebuyers.  The prices for these homes are $115,000 to $120,000.  Upon completion of construction, these houses will be green certified as an energy efficient home.

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Westgate Duplex

Now taking pre-construction reservations.  This duplex will consist of a 2/2 on one side and a 3/2 on the other.  Both homes will be owner-occupied and the yard will be divided to ensure access for each owner.

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The grant will be leveraged with additional capital funding from Palm Beach County’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program for multiple efforts we are undertaking to reclaim foreclosed properties as affordable rental and lease-to-purchase homes.  Our first initiative is to acquire and renovate bank-owned properties located in unincorporated West Palm Beach. We are also assisting the Village of Wellington to purchase and rehab bank-owned properties in Wellington’s transitional neighborhoods for lease-to-purchase by low-income families.  Secondly, efforts are underway to increase our capacity to preserve existing rental housing that is at risk of being lost due to disinvestment, market pressure, or expiring affordable housing restrictions. Many of these homes were originally built with public funding. It is our intention to acquire and upgrade these homes and maintain their affordability for future generations.

Founded in 1992, Neighborhood Renaissance is a comprehensive nonprofit community development corporation dedicated to creating and preserving strong neighborhoods and homes within the financial reach of low -and moderate-income working families.  Originally based in West Palm Beach’s North End, the organization expanded its geographic service area county-wide.  We have helped over 65 low-income households to become homeowners, provided housing counseling assistance to over 1,000 individuals and have built 33 affordable homes resulting in an $8 million investment in Northwood’s poorest neighborhoods.  We have also provided small business assistance to over 150 low and moderate income entrepreneurs in the Northwood Village resulting in over 115 jobs.   In addition, in partnership with the Westgate-Belvedere Community Redevelopment Agency we are in the process of developing 13 new affordable homes in the Westgate neighborhood. For more information about Neighborhood Renaissance’s affordable housing opportunities please call (561) 832-6776

The initial planning for this project began in 2007 when the Westgate/Belvedere CRA and Neighborhood Renaissance partnered to apply for Disaster Recovery Initiative funds through Palm Beach County’s allocation from the State of Florida. We applied for funding to build new homes to replace those destroyed or severely damaged by Hurricane Wilma. Our agencies were jointly awarded a $2,058,641 construction grant to make these homes affordable for low-income working families. Florida Community Loan Fund is providing an $850,000 revolving loan for the land acquisition.

The development will include a combination of 4BR/2.5BA and 3BR/2BA single-family homes, plus 2 duplexes with each having a 3BR/2BA and a 2BR/2BA side. All home models include the following:

• Solid block construction
• Spacious master suite
• Fully landscaped yard
• Energy Star appliances
• Quality wood cabinetry
• 1 Year Home Warranty

Prices for these homes are $110,000 to $140,000. Upon completion each house will meet the standards of the

Florida Green Building Coalition for an energy efficient and environmentally conscious home. Click Affordable Homes for information about each model or call Christina Hewitt, Housing Manager at (561) 832-6776, ext. 104 or provide us your contact information.

Please learn more about our project partners by visiting them on the web.

A diverse community growing in population, Westgate is served by the “A” rated West Gate Elementary School and residents enjoy nearby amenities such as the Westgate Community and Recreation Center. The Westgate neighborhood is also conveniently located near major highways, many major employers including the Palm Beach International Airport, Downtown West Palm Beach, the Okeechobee Shopping Corridor, and the West Palm Beach Zoo. 

To encourage the continued development of this community and to replace homes lost during Hurricane Wilma, Palm Beach County awarded Neighborhood Renaissance and the Westgate/Belvedere CRA $2 million to build 13 new homes affordable to first-time homebuyers.

Westgate’s New Affordable Housing