Sumter, Nottinghamshire Develop $16M+ Housing Projects on Former School Sites

Several housing development projects are underway to address the growing need for affordable and family-friendly housing. In Sumter, South Carolina, the Magnolia Arbor Apartments are being constructed on the site of an abandoned building, creating 50 affordable units with rents ranging from $115 to $850 per month, supported by state and federal tax credits. Meanwhile, in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, plans have been submitted to build a 95-home estate on the former site of Manton Primary School, featuring a mix of one- to four-bedroom homes, green spaces, and play areas, preserving mature trees and adding new ones. In Plymouth, Connecticut, a historic building is being converted into apartments, preserving architectural integrity while providing about 28 units in the first phase, with townhouses planned for the second phase. These projects emphasize sustainable, community-oriented development to meet housing shortages and support families with below-average incomes, reflecting a broader trend of repurposing defunct or underused properties into livable, affordable neighborhoods.